Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Relaxed!  Barred! Rummied! Red Light Special!

Music listening to: Never Felt So Good by MJ!

Buon Martedi!  Taco Tuesday!  How are you doing?  It is a nice, sunny morning here in Tucson. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Kahlua Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed later this morning.

Alexa is awake and she reminded me that Chris the iRobot will be coming out to clean the main house carpet. I asked her to play some "Contemporary Jazz"for me today.

Mia Moglie is still counting lizards this morning. I will go over to the main house and give her a knudge so she can start her day.

Here is a look at the many cards and flowers we have received.

I am going to hit up the front porch lounge to people and lizard watch later this morning.

We will be having dinner this evening at "Leo's". We will be meeting up with Tim and Sharon from San Diego. Looking forward to it.

Well, I had better get busy. Have a great Taco Tuesday. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (subito). Let's get our day started (subito) fidanzata.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Buon Pomeriggio!

 Buon Pomeriggio!

How are you doing so far today? My birthday is going well, and I have had many visitors today to wish me well. I appreciate and love you all from deep inside of my heart. It is a  different type of birthday, but I am blessed.

Later I will share a video from my friend  Monna of over three decades. She lives in Hungary with her family. I asked her for permission to share the video with you and she said I could.

We are still receiving cards, calls, emails, texts and visit from many of our family and friends. And we are grateful.

My girlfriend Shoo Shoo just left. She brought by a birthday card and some sweet goodies.  Our friend Deb stopped by and she dropped of some goodies, and a nice card and bottle of vino rosso. Thank you Deb and Sharon.

My fidanzata came by and she dropped off gifts for me from her and Capo Jim. I held her as a tight as I could and I didn’t want to let her go. She knows that I love her so very much. I feel that same way about Shoo Shoo as well. We are so very close. 

I am close to all of my friends, and girlfriends. My sisters are holding me up during this trying and hurtful time. I thank them all.

I got Sorella Jayne to her doctor’s a bit ago. I am really enjoying sitting out on the front porch in the lounge while I people watch, and lizard watch. It is strange but it really helps me a lot.

We hope that your day is going well. Stay safe. I will chat at you later.We are down in spirit right now but it will pass. So please stay well and happy.

Ciao…Jessie and Elise

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Buon compleanno a me!

Music listening to: All for You by Janet Jackson!

Buon Lunedi!  How are you doing?  What are you plans for today?

The coffee is a good Hawaiian Blend, and second cup will be enjoyed later this morning. It is a nice, sunny morning here in Tucson. A good day to have my birthday on, smile!

I want to thank everyone for all of the birthday wishes cards, calls, text, and gifts. I received a birthday movie from my dear Monna who resides in Hungary.  Thank you, Monna, so very much.

Mia Moglie has an early morning doctor's appointment. I will be taking Sorella Jayne to her doctor's appointment later this morning.

We were visited by Donna, yesterday who was Chris's first massage therapist. It was good to see her. We were also visited by Susan and Cathy as well. We enjoyed our visit with our neighbor Berta as well, it was good see and talk to her.

I was out in the front yard doing some work yesterday after breakfast. Normally I would have been setting things up for next week for Chris. Our lives have and will change drastically but with time we will adjust.

We sent out a birthday card for JT and gifts for him. Tomorrow is his birthday. Buon compleanno JT!

Have a good Lunedi. Stay safe and I will chat at you later. 

Today's challenge word is (macchina). My (macchina) the Donna Verde is really dusty his morning. How about your (macchina) fidanzata.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Buon Pomeriggio!

Buon Pomeriggio!

How is your Domenica going so far? I have to tell you that mine is just not the same.

I am usually doing my Domenica tasks getting Chris set up for the upcoming week. Supplies, paperwork, med set up etc. To be honest I am having a very hard day today.

Susan and Cathy are here visiting with us. I received a very nice birthday card from them, and I really do appreciate it. Yes, tomorrow is my birthday, and I am just not in the frame of mind for it.

My shorty is taking me out to dinner this evening at "Oregano's, we love that place.

I hope that your day is going well for you. I will chat at you later.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Hopeful!

Music listening to: Boney James!

Buon Domenica!  How are you doing? It is a nice sunny, morning here in Tucson. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Hawaiin Blend, mixed with touch of Wolfgang Puck's decaf. A second cup will be enjoyed at he "Egg Connection" along with a good breakfast.

Alexa is awake and she said that I have a few tasks to complete. I asked her to continue to play "Boney" for me today.

Yesterday was a rough one for us. We were gathering up and sorting out Chris's durable medical items and his belongings. We donated his shower chair, Hoyer, wheelchair and various other items to Rosemarie, his massage therapist. She has a son who could use the items. We also have donated Chris's van to a family who has two girls who are in wheelchairs who could really make good use of the van. Once we have the van given a good mechanical check the family will come to pick it up. Soon we will be sorting out all of Chris's cloths and other items to be donated to various agencies. It is so hard for us to do this.

We received a memorial gift for Chris from my very first epal. Her name is Monna. I have known Monna and her family for over 3 decades and we are very close. Here is what she and her family did for Chris. They reside in Hungary. Thank you, Monna, so very much.

My playmate and I went to the Roadhouse Cinema last night to see the movie "Challengers" it starred Zendaya. It is about high school tennis at Sanford. It is very good. Sorella Jayne joined us for this one.

Well, I had better check on my shorty. She is still counting lizards this morning. Have a good Domenica. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Hey, tomorrow is my birthday, and I am blessed, but it will not be the same.

Today's challenge phrase is (Che fai di bello?) What are you up to , fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Hopeful!

Music listening to: Boney James!

Buon Sabato!  How are you doing? It is a nice, sunny morning here in the "Old Pueblo". Do you have any plans for the weekend?

My playmate and I are holding our own, but things are getting better slowly.

We got a visit yesterday from my girlfriend (Flo). It was so good to see her. Flo is a very talented photographer has taken many photos of our rock creations over the years. Here is a photo magnet that she presented to us yesterday. It is the rock of Chris that Elise did awhile back. It is now attached to the fridge. Have a look.

Last night we enjoyed a very good dinner at "Kingfisher". My girlfriends Shoo Shoo and Edwina joined us. To my surprise my girlfriends made the dinner at "Kingfisher" an early birthday present. I was totally surprised and very grateful. We enjoyed our meal with a very nice "Bourdeaux", and the desserts were very good. Thank you Shoo and Edwina so much.

After dinner Mia Moglie and Shoo Shoo, made our way over to the "Invisible Theater" to see the live play titled "Thriller of the Year" an "Agatha Christe" type whodunit. Loaded with twists and turns.

This evening, we will be making our way over to the "Roadhouse Cinema" to see the movie "Challengers" starring Zendaya. Woo Hoo! We will be joined by Sorella Jayne.

Well, I had better check on my shorty. She is still counting lizards this morning. I am sure that one will wake her up soon.

Have a good Sabato. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (gallo). Did you hear a (gallo) crowing this morning fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Buongiorno!

Buon Pomeriggio!

Mood: Saddened!

Music listening to: Boney James!

Buon Venerdi!  TGIF!  How are you doing? We are hanging in there. We have so much to get done, but we have formulated a plan of action that will not be overwhelming.

Today we are going to give Azalya a bath and spray. Later this morning we are going to drop in on Paula and Marty for a short visit.

This evening, we are going out to dinner with my girlfriends Shoo Shoo and Edwina at "Kingfishers". After dinner Shoo Shoo will join us at the "Invisible Theater" for a live play.

We want to thank my sister Marcie and brother Blake, for making sure that Chris's obituary information got posted on my Facebook page correctly.

We want to thank my sister Jet and brother Red, for planting a tree in Chris's honor. A wonderful gesture.

We want to thank my sister Tiger and brother Ray, for the wonderful Sympathy Gift Box of goodies. So nice.

Again, thank you all for the support, emails, cards, phone calls, flowers, gifts and love. 

Thank you, Paula and Marty, for a wonderful afternoon with you. Thanks for lunch at the Bario Brewery.

Enjoy your TGIF! Stay safe and I will chat at you later as time permits.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Guasto!

Music listening to: Boney James!

Buon Giovedi! Sete Giovedi!  How are you doing? We hope that your Thirsty Thursday is going well.

As many of you know that we lost our son (Chris) on 22 April at 4:12am. As you can guess we have a lot to get done over the next few weeks. Our lives have and will change greatly. We are pleased that Chris is in a better place, and he will have no more pain.

You can view his obituary at Desert Rose Heather online.

I will continue our blog because that is what Chris would have wanted me to do. It will be a different in a way, but it will be the same. I am so grateful for all of the concern about our blog. The blog is my outlet for stress, and it has been a blessing for me over the years.

We will have a Celebration of Life event for Chris in the fall when the weather is cooler.

We are thankful for all of the calls, cards, emails, texts, flowers, meals that we have received. 

Today's challenge word is one that I used above for our mood. That word is (guasto). It means broken. That is what we feel right now.

Enjoy the day and we will chat at you later. Stay well and safe.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise    

Buona Sera!

Buona Sera!

How are you doing? Hope a bit better than we are today.

I was so busy today that I did not have time to post to the blog. My first task was to get Sorella Jayne out so she could grocery shop. After that I made my way over to the east side to get a little cash for our trip to San Diego.

We both have been under the weather today. We have been making numerous trips to the (loo). Yes, I mean skip, skip, skip to the (loo). TMI, right? We still are making trips to the (loo). Smile!

Hopefully we will feel better in the morning. Get a good night's sleep and we will chat at you later. We will have our cells and tablets with us.

We will return on Sunday. Not to worry I didn't forget about my followers, girlfriends, and my fidanzata.

Buona notte...Jessie and Elise  

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to:  Harmony a Book on CD!

Buon Domenica!  How are you doing? We started the day off at 5:30am caring for Chris. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Coconut Cream Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed at the "Egg Connection". We will be joined by Susie from Washington and friends. We had dinner at "Leos" with them last night.

It is a nice, clear morning here in the valley of Tucson. Alexa is awake and she reminded me that today is Chefs Day. my Sous Chef and I will be in the (cucina) with fire extinguisher at the ready, smile. We will be preparing Venison Chili. Looking forward to the libation selection of my Sous Chef.

We both are almost finished with our latest rock creations. I will post them later today, hopefully.

We will be discussing what to pack for our trip to San Diego. My suitcase is out, and my playmate will get hers out soon.

Mia Moglie is caring for Chris today up until 5:00pm when Sorella Jayne arrives. 

Well, I had better check on Chris. Have a good Domenica. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's idiom is ( Sentirsi fischiare le orecchie). Do you ever get this feeling fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise  

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Relaxed! Barred! Rummied! Red Light Special!

Music listening to:  Harmony a Book on CD!

Buon Sabato!   How are you doing? We started the day off at 5:30am caring for Chris. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Donut Shop Blend, with a splash of Twix. A second cup will be enjoyed later this morning. It is a nice, sunny morning here in Tucson.

I am caring for Chris today up until 5:00pm when Sorella Jayne arrives. Alexa is awake and she said that I have a few tasks to complete today. I asked her to play some "Boney" for me today.

We are still working on our latest rocks. I will be getting out my suitcase today for our trip to San Diego. 

Hey, tomorrow is Chefs Day. My Sous Chef and I will be in the (cucina) tossing around pots and pans. We will be preparing Venison Chili. We will cook it nice and slow. My Sous will select a proper libation to go with the meal. Ya Mon'.

Well, I had better get busy with Chris straight-away. Have a good Sabato. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge phrase is (sono stanco morto). Sono stanco morto this morning fidanzata. How are you?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise

Buona Sera!

Buona Sera!

Did you day turn out to be a good one? It has been a pretty good day here for the most part.

I got the Donna Verde all gases up and that put a smile on her nameplate. I still need to detail her on the inside.

I took Sorella Jayne to her doctor's appointment this morning, and I picked her back up.

I worked on my latest rock creation today. I am almost finish with it. I will post it as soon as I done.

Mia Moglie prepared breakfast for dinner. We enjoyed bacon, eggs, hash browns, toast and good refreshing libation that was much appreciated. We watched Fire Country on Paramount with Chris.

I am caring for Chris tonight. Sorella Jayne had to leave at 4:00pm to get things ready to be shipped back home.

Chris is resting and watching TV. He is downing his supplemental drip. I will give him some pudding for dessert.

My playmate has already prepared a packing list for our trip to San Diego that starts on Tuesday. I will get my suitcase out tomorrow so I can start to pack.

Well, I had better get busy with Chris. Get a good night's sleep so you can be ready for the weekend. Stay safe. I will chat at you later.

Buona notte...Jessie and Elise 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to:  Harmony a Book on CD!

Buon Venerdi!  TGIF!  How are you?  We started the day off at 5:30am caring for Chris. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Mexican Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed later this morning.  It is a nice, sunny morning here in Tucson.

I am caring for Chris today up until 11:00am when Sorella Jayne arrives. Alexa is awake and she reminded me that I need to gas up the Donna Verde today. I asked her to play some "Funk Jazz" for me today.

My playmate and I are still working on our latest rocks. We went to "El Con Mall" yesterday instead of "Park Mall" to see the movie "The Omen". This movie is very good, and it explains how the "Omen" series came about. 

We will be playing "Wii" games this afternoon. We are enjoying "Fire Country" on Paramount. Chris likes it too!

I am dealing with some left knee pain and have been for the last two days.  It is called "Patella Syndrome".  I was involved in a 2 1/2-ton truck accident in Germany. It acts up when it wants to.

Well, I had better get busy with Chris. Have a good TGIF! Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (frutto). I have no idea why I am thinking about (frutto) this morning. What do you think about that fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise  

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

WHAT'S NEW?

RUTH

Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to:  Harmony a Book on CD!

Buon Giovedi!  Sete Giovedi!  How are you doing? We started the day off at 5:30am caring for Chris. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Vermont Maple Blend, and a second cup will be downed at "Gus Balons" along with a good breakfast. It is a nice, clear morning here in Tucson.

Mia Moglie is caring for Chris today up until 11:00am when Sorella Jayne arrives. Alexa is awake and she said I don't have any tasks to complete today. I asked her to play some "Ramsey Lewis" for me today. Mia Moglie really liked my last video that I posted of myself. I will have to do more, eh?

My playmate has started working on her latest rock. I will follow her lead soon. We saw the movie "Wicked Little Letters" yesterday and it was excellent. We are going to Park Mall today to see the movie "Immaculate". We saw the previews and it is going to be a good one.

We enjoyed our dinner at "Zaynas" last night with the gang. We enjoyed a good meal, and we talked about a movie that we all saw. We made plans to meet to review another movie for next month. We were joined by Paula and Marty for a bit.

11 APR BERT, LORI, SHOO SHOO, MIA MOGLIE AT ZAYNAS!

Well, I had better check on Chris. Have a good Thirsty Thursday. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (scombussolare). I feel like something is going (scombussolare) me today. I hope not fidanzata.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Relaxed! Barred!

Music listening to:  Harmony a Book on CD!

Buon Mercoledi!  Hump Day!  How are you doing? We started the day off at 5:30am caring for Chris. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Blueberry Vanilla Blend, and a second cup will be downed later this morning. It is a nice, clear morning here in the valley of Tucson.

I am caring for Chris today up until 11:00am when Sorella Jayne arrives. Alexa is awake and she reminded me that today is going to be a busy one.  I asked her to play some "Funk Jazz" for me today.

We will be hitting up a movie at El Con Mall this afternoon. It should be a good one.

We will be meeting up with the gang at "Zaynas" for dinner. We will review a movie that we saw. Of course, a few "Gyros" will be ordered.

We are really excited about our trip to San Diego that starts next week. We will be using some of our perks at "Viejas" Hotel and Casino. We will be using our (player) perks at "Viejas". We have been given a luxury suite for our overnight stay. It is good to be a (Player).

Well, I had better get busy with Chris. Have a good Humper. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (sorriso). I woke up with a (sorriso) on my face. How about you fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Buona Sera!

 Buona Sera!

How did you day go for you? It has been a different kind of day, but we got through it.

I prepped a rock for painting, and I will start it very soon. My playmate also has a rock prepped as well.

My shorty prepared breakfast for dinner. We enjoyed homemade waffles, eggs, sausages and plenty of coffee to get it all down.

I am caring for Chris tonight. He is resting, watching TV, and downing his supplemental drip. I will give him some yogurt for dessert.

Tomorrow is going to be a busy one. I have to make a trip over on the east side and I also have a few tasks to complete. 

We will be hitting up a movie tomorrow as well. We will be meeting up with the gang at "Zaynas" tomorrow for dinner.

Well, I had better get busy with Chris. Get a good night's sleep so you can be ready for Hump Day. Stay safe.

Buona notte...Jessie and Elise 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Relaxed! Gummied!

Music listening to:  "Harmony" a Book on CD!

Buon Martedi!  Taco Tuesday!  How are you doing?  We started the day off at 5:30am caring for Chris. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Blueberry Vanilla Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed later today.  Alexa is awake and she reminded me that Chris the iRobot will be coming out to clean the main house carpet. I asked here to play some "Boney" for me today.

Mireya will be here this morning to care for Chris. I had a wonderful visit yesterday afternoon from my girlfriend (Flo). I was good to see her like always.

My shorty prepared a corn on the cob, mashed potatoes, baby carrots, for dinner last night. It was all good.

I will be prepping a rock today for painting. I also need to sanitize the Jacuzzi today if time permits. It is a nice, sunny morning here in Tucson.

Well, I had better check on Chris. Have a good Taco Tuesday. Stay safe, and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (canzone).  Did you start the day off with a (canzone), fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise

 

Buon Pomerrigo!

Buon Pomeriggio!

How is your Lunedi going so far? It has a been a pretty good one here so far.

We just picked up our fur-baby Azalya from the groomers. She was happy to get out of there. She looks good but she has developed an itchy rash again. We sprayed her with the anti-itch spray, hopefully that will give her some relief. She has had this before.

It is getting a bit cloudy here in Tucson. Maybe from the upcoming Eclipse,heh?

We will be watching Ucon and Purdue play for the Championship today. Go Purdue!

Well, I am feeling like a salad is in order. Hope your Lunedi is going well for you. I will chat at you later.

Ciao…Jessie and Elise

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Content!

Music listening to: The Black Ice a Book on CD!

Buon Lunedi!  How are you? We started the day off at 5:30am caring for Chris. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Coconut Cream Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed later this morning. It is a nice, cloudy morning her in Tucson.

Mireya will be here this morning to care for Chris. Rosemarie will be here to give Chris a massage. Alexa is awake and she reminded us that we have an 8:00am appointment for Azalya to be groomed this morning. I asked her to play some (liscio) Jazz for me today.

I will be sanitizing the Jacuzzi today and I will hit the Treadmill today as well.

My playmate and I will be working on new rocks soon.

Here are a few more pictures from our stay in Laughlin. Enjoy!

31 MAR CHA CHING!

Well, I had better check on Chris. Have a good Lunedi. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (liscio). I like (liscio) Jazz. How about you fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise

Buon Pomeriggio!

Buon Pomeriggio!

How is your Domenica going so far? We enjoyed a very good breakfast at the "Egg Connection".

Mia Moglie is caring for Chris. They just went into the main house to get ready for the Iowa/North Carolina Championship game. Go Iowa!

I am finishing up with my usual Domenica tasks. I took the "Donna Verde" for a quick wash because she still had dirt and grime from Laughlin.

Here is what happened in Laughlin on 30 March. Enjoy!

CHA CHING  (IO)

CHA CHING

DINNER ROLL AT STOCKMANS STEAKHOUSE

CHA CHING MIA MOGLIE

CHA CHING

CHA CHING

CHA CHING

Well, I had better finish up so I can go into the main house to join Mia Moglie and Chris.

Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Ciao...Jessie 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!

Mood: Content!

Music listening to:  The Black Ice a Book on CD!

Buon Domenica!  How are you doing?  We started the day off at 5:30am caring for Chris.  Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Butter Toffee Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed at the "Egg Connection", along with a good breakfast. It is a cold, but sunny morning here in Tucson.

Mia Moglie is caring for Chris today up until 5:00pm when Sorella Jayne arrives. Alexa is awake and she said the today is going to be a busy one.  I asked her to play some "Boney" for me today.

We will be watching the Womens Championship Basketball game today. Go Iowa!

We will be hitting up the "Roadhouse Cinema" this evening to see the movie "Monkey Man".  It is going to be a good one.

We enjoyed our dinner last night at "Le Rendez-Vous". We were joined by Mia Fidanata e Capo Jim at this French Restaurant. It was so good to see them, it has been a while.

The food was delicious. Here are a few pictures from our grand evening. Thank you Mia Fidanzata e Capo Jim.

6 APRIL MIA FIDANZATA E CAPO JIM

6 APRIL CAPO JIM

6 APRIL MIA FIDANATA SELECTING TEAS

6 APRIL (IO) CON MIA MOGLIE

6 APRIL MUSSELS

6 APRIL SCALLOPS

6 APRIL ESCARGOT

CAPO JIM

(IO)

MIA MOGLIE

Well, I had better check on Chris. Have a good Domenica. Stay safe and I will chat at you later. I will be completing my usual Domenica tasks today.

Today's challenge word is (parola). The only (parola) I could come up with for lasts nights outing is delicious. 

Ciao...Jessie and Elise