Sunday, December 28, 2025

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!


THANK YOU, MARY,

Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to:  Blood Game a Book on CD!

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

The coffee is a good Caribou Blend, and a second cup will be downed at the "Egg Connection" along with a cup breakfast. Alexa is awake and she said that today is going to be very busy. I asked her to play some "Ramsey Lewis" for me today.

I am still reviewing the staycation photos. Here are a few from the 24th in Bisbee. Enjoy!


24 DEC CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER


ARTURO AND ALMA IN THE SWEATERS VISIT FROM MEXICO

We dined on takeaway from "Leos" for dinner last night. It was delicious and so were the margaritas. The dinner was a gift from my girlfriend Shoo Shoo. Thank you Shoo.




TAKEAWAY DINNER GIFT FROM MY GIRLFRIEND SHOO SHOO!

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

Today's challenge word is (pace). I wish my fidanzata and my loyal girlfriends (pace) on this Domenica.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise

 

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Ciao!

Ciao!

How are you doing on this rainy-day desert dwellers? Are you liking the rain? We are for sure. If it were a bit warmer, I would put on my flip flops and run over to my fidanzata's home in the altogether, smile!

I just finished off the Tomahawk Steak leftovers from last night's dinner at "Sullivan". It was delicious.

Here are the photos from our evening with our daughter Tangye and Dave. Thank you again for making Mia Moglie's birthday so special.


Calamari





Tomahawk Steak and Lobster Tails

Asparagus Risoto 

Lobster Tails

Key Lime Pie

Raspberry Torte

Dave

Tangye

Mia Moglie (birthday girl)
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Well, I had better check my packing and get the "Bellezza Nera" loaded up. I also need to make sure that Azalya has all that she needs as well.

Merry Christmas all, Buon Natale!

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!


Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to: Blood Game a Book on CD!

Buon Mercoledi! Hump Day!  How are you doing? It is a nice, rainy, cloudy day here in Tucson. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Intelligent Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed later this morning. Alexa is awake and she said that I don't have any tasks to complete, but I do have to gas up the "Bellezza Nera". I asked her to play some "Down Home Blues" for me today.

Today is Mia Moglie's birthday. I gave her, her gift this morning. 

We enjoyed our evening at "Sullivans" last night. Our daughter Tangye and Dave treated us to a Birthday Dinner for Elise. The dinner was delicious. We also got a huge surprise. Adam Sandler and his wife, and mother were at Sullivans. He came by our table, and he said enjoy your meal. Wow, that was excellent.

Thank you Tangye and Dave for a great birthday gift for Elise. I will post pictures as soon as I review them.

We will be making our way to Bisbee this afternoon for the usual family gathering. We will return on Friday. Hopefully there will be no drama this year, like it always is. It is going to be very different with (Eddie) not being here.

Well, I had better get to it. Have a good Mercoledi! Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (vigilia di natale). Enjoy your (vigilia di natale), fidanzata.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!




THANK YOU, DONNA,

Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to:  Blood Game a Book on CD!

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

The coffee is a good Morning Blend, and a second cup will be downed later this morning. Alexa is awake and she said that I don't have any tasks to complete today. I asked her to play some "Smooth Jazz" for me today.

We will be getting out our suitcases for our staycation in Bisbee. We will leave tomorrow afternoon and return on Friday.

Tomorrow is Mia Moglie birthday. We will be joining our daughter Tangye and Dave at "Flemings" for a gifted birthday dinner for Mia Moglie. I am sure that Mia Moglie will have a (filet). Smile!

Well, I had better get this day started. Have a good Martedi. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (Babbo Natale). Has (Babbo Natale) visited you yet fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Monday, December 22, 2025

Ciao!

Ciao!

Hey, I just got back from taking the "Bellezza Nera" to the car wash to be cleaned inside and out. She has a huge smile on her nameplate, and she gave me a quick wink in appreciation.

My girlfriend Shoo Shoo paid me a visit a bit ago and it was so good to see her. She dropped off a gift for Mia Moglie and I. she said that we were thinking alike today because I missed her earlier this morning at her house. Now that is what a (girlfriend) does. She makes me feel very special indeed.

Mia Nipote, Cognata and Nils are here visiting for a bit. It is always a pleasure to see them.

Well, I had better see what kind of trouble I can get into. Enjoy your Lunedi!

Ciao...Jessie 

Buon Pomeriggio!

Buon Pomeriggio!

How is you Lunedi going so far? I just got back from running my errands.

Mia Moglie, is out and about getting her errands taken care of to include getting her froyo fix for the day.

I still have to take "Bellezza Nera" to the car wash. I will get that done shortly. She has a huge frown on her nameplate right now.

I am going to have to look for something to eat, I am starving for some reason.

Well, I had better check on Azalya to see if she needs anything, like water and food. She always needs food, smile!

Stay safe and I will chat at you later. I dropped in on my girlfriend Shoo Shoo, but she was not at home, so I left her a little something, something.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!



THANK YOU, MARY,

Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to:  Blood Game a Book on CD!

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

The coffee is a good Dolcevita Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed later this morning. Alexa is awake and she said that I have a busy day today. I asked her to play some "Down Home Blues" for me today.

I will be searching for "New Years" rock ideas today.

We enjoyed a fantastic evening at Bucky and Dena's home. A fine meal was prepared, and Bucky was true to form with his (cucina) skills. After dinner we played two rounds of "Wizard".

I have to tell you that Mia Moglie got spanked in the first game and I got spanked in the second. Thank you, Bucky and Dena, for a wonderful evening.

THE LOVELY DENA

BUCKY


 

MIA MOGLIE



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

Today's challenge word (cena di compleanno). Our daughter Tangye and David will be treating Mia Moglie for her birthday tomorrow evening. (Carino), right fidanzata? At Flemings Steakhouse.

Ciao...Jessie and Elise  

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!




Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to:  Blood Game a Book on CD!

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

We just got back from having a good breakfast at the "Egg Connection.

Mia Moglie is out in the front yard watering the plants and trees.

We will be making a trip to the "Roadhouse Cinema" to pick up a few items.

This evening, we will be visiting Bucky and Dena for an evening of "Wizard". It has been a while since we have played "Wizard".

Well, Chefs Day was delicious. We enjoyed Deep Fried Catfish and French Fries. Of course, plenty of Jack Daniels on hand, smile!










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

Today's challenge proverb is (Natale con I tuoi, Pasqua con chi vuoi. What do you think fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Buon Pomeriggio!

Buon Pomeriggio!

How are you doing so far on this nice Sabato?

I just got back from running my errands. My shorty is out swimming and later she will go grocery shopping.

I am going to go over into the main house to we what football games are on today.

I am getting things set up for Chefs Day. We love Deep Fried Catfish and Fries.

Here is my playmates latest rock. Enjoy!



Enjoy your day.

Jessie 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!



THANK YOU, DONNA,

Mood: Relaxed! Gingerbread Cookied! Midnight Special! Rummied! Giggles! Rummied!

Music listening to:  Drop Spot a Book on CD!

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

The coffee is a good "Mr. Brightside Blend, and a second cup will be enjoyed later this morning.  Alexa is awake and she reminded me that today is going to be busy.  I asked her to play some "Funk Jazz" for me today.

Today is "Chefs Day", my Sous Chef and I will be back in the (cucina) again. We will be preparing "Deep Fried Catfish Filets and French Fries. My Sous will select the proper libation to go along with the meal.

We saw the movie "Avatar" in 3D yesterday and it was very good, and the graphics were outstanding.

I will be making my way out to the airbase this morning to pick up a few items and pay my bill.

After we returned from the movies yesterday, someone surprised us with a Christmas Wreath that they left on our front porch. For some reason the security cameras didn't pick it up. Thank you very much to whomever delivered it.

Well, I had better get this day moving forward. Have a good Sabato. Stay safe and I will have a chinwag with you later.

Today's challenge word is (ghiacciolo). I woke up feeling like a (ghiacciolo), because I had a shortage of covers, but Mia Moglie had plenty. What do you think fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Friday, December 19, 2025

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!



THANK YOU, DONNA,

Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to:  Drop Shot a Book on CD!

Buon Venerdi!  TGIF!  How are you doing? It is a chilly, clear morning here in Tucson. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a Mr. Brightside 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 of his cradle to clean the main house carpet. I asked her to play some "Down Home Blues" for me today.

We saw the movie "Tina" yesterday at the "Loft". This movie is excellent and the acting fantastic. We recommend this one for sure.


A POTENTIAL GIRLFRIEND AT THE LOFT!

We will be hitting up Park Place Mall to see the movie "Avatar" in 3D.

We enjoyed our evening at "Kintara" with Bev and David. The food was delicious, and the place was super packed. Have a look!



BEV AND DAVID







Well, I had better get to it post haste. Have a good TGIF! Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge phrase is (il natale e alle porte!) Are you all set fidanzata?

Ciao...Jessie and Elise 

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno!



THANK YOU, MARY,

Mood: Cautious!

Music listening to: Drop Shot a Book on CD!

Buon Giovedi! Sete Giovedi!  How are you doing? It is a chilly, clear morning here in Tucson. Any plans for today?

The coffee is a good Verona Blend, and a second cup will be downed at "Gus Balons" along with a good breakfast. Alexa is awake and she said that today is going to be a busy one for us. I asked her to play some "Four Play" for me today.

Well, our staycation at "Casino Del Sol" was fun and relaxing. Have a look.


OUR ROOM AT CASINO DEL SOL






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DINNER AT "UME" AT DEL SOL






 



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This evening will we be meeting up with Bev and David at "Kintaro" a new Japanese Restaurant". Can you say "Sushi"?

My playmate and I will be going to the "Loft" to see the movie "Tina". The previews looked very good.

This evening, we will be watching "Thursday Night Football.

Here is the latest rock in the hood.




Here is a gift given to me by my girlfriend Shoo Shoo. My girlfriends always take care of me, smile! Thank you Shoo!




Well, I had better get busy. Have a good Thirsty Thursday. Stay safe and I will chat at you later.

Today's challenge word is (pantaloncini). Hey, fidanzata is it still warm enough to wear (pantaloncini)? Smile!

Ciao...Jessie and Elise

 

Buongiorno!

Buongiorno! THANK YOU, MARY, Mood: Cautious! Music listening to:  Blood Game a Book on CD! Buon Domenica !  How are you doing? It is a nice,...