New Year's Day, Francesco posted a photo of himself in his hometown of Florence. Happy New Year to Francesco and Florence's Ponte Vecchio bridge!
My brother Peter and his wife Terry texted a photo of them celebrating 2026.
Preston and I went to the Agility Dog Park at 3:00 p.m. Mark, the owner of doodle Mackie, had his golf cart set-up for "Yappy Hour." Nothing like having adult beverages and watching your dogs run and play.
The morning of January 2nd, there were some clouds and sunlight dancing around them.
At 3:00 p.m., Preston and I went to the Dog park gathering. This is a highlight of Preston's day.
That evening was the first full moon of 2026. It was a super moon called Wolf Moon.
The Campbell Brothers Band played at Palm Creek --- in the ballroom --- Saturday night. Tom and I had tickets.
On Sunday, Preston and I enjoyed another 3:00 p.m. visit to the Dog park.
That evening, Tom and I had an early dinner at The Olive Garden. I had a $17 gift card that paid for the drinks.
Tuesday, I took Preston for a nice long walk. He posed for a photo by the 10th hole.
Of course, there was another Dog park "Meet and Greet."
Later in the day, Tom and I went to the Pickleball Club "Welcome Back" Party in the Ballroom. The gifted band, Silver Scorpions, provided excellent music. Tom and I danced a few songs.
I had a massage with Heather early Thursday afternoon.
Tom found an upholsterer here in Casa Grande. Domingo came over to our trailer to look at the damaged recliner. He felt confident that he could repair several pieces.
Thursday night, Williams received snow. Several of my cameras captured the snow early Friday.
Preston and I went to the Dog Park for the 3:00 p.m. "meet up."
At 4:30 p.m., Tom and I went to the "Ross Talk." Ross Holcomb always has an interesting and thought provoking presentation.
On Saturday, upholsterer Domingo came to pick up the pieces of the recliner that needed to be repaired. He said that he would bring the pieces back on Monday. Impressive!
Sunday, I reached out to Mike McCrady --- the son of Richard's best friend. My Christmas card to him came back undeliverable. Mike gave me his new Chico address and he sent a photo of his family.
Sunday afternoon, Preston and I went to the Dog Park. It is a highlight of his day!
That evening, Tom and I went to a Johnny Cash Tribute Show presented by James Garner. It was an excellent show!
Monday, Jon invited his Dad and me to lunch at Buffalo Wild Wings. One of Jon's friends, Sue Cherewyk, also joined us.
That evening, there was a gorgeous sunset.
Tuesday morning, January 13, there were helium balloons flying over Palm Creek.
Thursday, I played a pickleball Round Robin. I asked two friends, Kendel and Cheryl, to join me for a poise.
That evening, Tom and I went to Angry Crab Shack for raw oysters. Yummy, yummy, yummy!
Barbara Coad is on a South American adventure to Antarctica. Her first stop was Buenos Aires, Argentina. That city is one of my favorites! I have been there at least three times.
My hairdresser, Shawna Ritter, posted photos of her recent marriage to Alicia. I knew that they were planning an early 2026 event. Congratulations to you both! 💕
On Friday morning, Preston and I enjoyed some helium balloon flights.
That Saturday was the Palm Creek Patio Sale from 8:00 a.m. to noon. I found a nice tri-cycle bike for Tom. He has not been riding his bike because he is concerned about loosing his balance.
Tom and I also installed the new stove top that I purchased from EBay. We were fortunate to find something that fit!
This day is also the seven year anniversary of the death of my brother John. My sisters Wendy and Carrie are always on top of this date.
Sunday, January 18 is the 2nd birthday of my great nephew Colter. What a cutie! He is going to become a big brother in April.
That morning, another helium balloon was launched in the lot across the street from Palm Creek Resort.
The January 19 Collegiate Champion Football Game was the Indiana Hoosiers vs the Miami Hurricanes. Tom and I routed for Indiana and they won! Yes!
I had my monthly 90 minute massage with friend Cathy Kelly. It is so convenient to have a massage therapist living in Palm Creek Resort.
On Tuesday, Tom had a nurse come to our trailer to draw blood for his Vital Tears. It was convenient that she lives in Casa Grande.
Later that afternoon, Preston enjoyed one of the love seats in the living room
Preston and I went to the large dog park Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 p.m.
Noon on Thursday, January 22, there was a Park-wide Car Show with live music and food trucks. The live music was excellent --- songs of Billy Joel and Elton John.
There were some nice cars in the show.
