The Commish & Mrs. Commish, and Pastor Brian, who has been our family pastor for 40 plus years... and he's officiated many of our weddings Hey Chroniclers! We’re in Vegas! The HB’s oldest brother, the Commish, is celebrating 50 years of marriage to his bride. Holy Toledo! FIFTY YEARS! Married to the Commish. I hear Mrs. Commish is up for sainthood. Most of us showed up to the party just to catch a glimpse of the first American Pope. Sadly, we were disappointed; apparently, he

Hello Chroniclers. I’m unashamedly looking for sympathy from all of you.  Today marks our 37th wedding anniversary 💕 I'm still looking to meet my parole officer.  In the past, I know you’ve heard me lament the fact that the HB is an NFL football superfan. You remember: the fantasy team(s), the sprint out of church to catch the early games, the four games at once on TV in the kitchen, her tablet with a game along with her computer following all the games and tabulating her fa

Happy New Year Coffe Drinkers! Hey Chroniclers!  Happy New Year! Yes, it is Year – not Years or Year’s. It is Year. Please stop making your 7th-grade English teacher’s ears bleed by adding an “s” to it. It is only one year, and there is no need to show possession. Geez!   Okay, rant over. The HB and I tried a little something different this year. We’re out in the mobile coffeehouse with some friends who also brought their land yachts out in Temecula. You may not know this, bu

Our good friends will soon be expats. They're heading off to Spain. Before Anthony and Carrie Welsh trade in their wheels for a villa in sunny Spain, I sat down and had a conversation with them about their decision to take their RV on one last "Great American Lap." It wasn’t just a nine-month trip; it was a rolling classroom, a hug-filled festival, and a masterclass in how to find family in the middle of a parking lot. Cynthia, with a heart that's bigger than her smile. Their

We're off to see the Wizard! Hello, Chroniclers. Got yer cup? Let’s go. The HB and I are out and about with our camping club, The Cruisers, this weekend. Much like always, the cast of characters remains the same; absent are the Doc & Mrs. Mayor. They had a bigger name on the other line. Turns out they’re cruising with The New Guy and his beautiful wife, Mrs. New Guy (Dee-Nice). We’ll miss them, but we’re counting on photos so we can live vicariously through those while the re

That's Ryan wishing he was retired like Your Hero Hey Chroniclers! Have you recovered from Thanksgiving? Or are you still in a gravy-induced coma, clutching a turkey leg like it’s a life preserver? Oh my, apparently I struck a nerve last week when I shared the nicknames of my family and friends-that-are-family. A certain individual took umbrage at his nickname and threatened Your Hero with bodily injury. I suppose his resorting to physical violence shouldn’t surprise anyone—b

Check out the Jr Associates jumpin' off the porch, tryin' to run with the big dogs Floyd showing off one of the birds, this one didn't get a presidential pardon. Happy Thanksgiving, Chroniclers! Picture this: the backyard transformed into a culinary battlefield, where menfolk gather around a pot of fiercely hot oil like philosophers pondering the mysteries of life—except the only mystery is whether the turkey will explode.  Pretty Boy Floyd and I started this tradition last y

If you’ve ever wondered why I toss around nicknames like confetti, here’s the deal: they’re earned. These aren’t random labels—they’re badges of honor in the most chaotic, caffeine-fueled club you’ll ever meet. Welcome to the Coffeehouse Chronicles, where family, friends, and camping buddies collide in a swirl of inside jokes and personality quirks. HB – Head Barista:  Everyone already knows who that is; she’s the queen of caffeine and CEO of our household coffee empire. HB r

Good Monday morning!  I know that many of you are starting your work week and I’m sorry, but I just had to tell you about yesterday. A busy Sunday this time of year is pretty unusual at the Coffeehouse, because as fans of the Chronicles, you all know that at this time of year, Sundays are for football. We don’t travel far from the TV because ...well, need I remind how much a football fan the HB is?  At our house, on Sunday, one of the TVs is on at a high volume, and on it, th

Ready? Let's Go!! The other day, I was watching the Dodgers’ game when the phone rang. It was my old—I’m sorry... former partner, she hates when I call her “old,” Dot. Dot is the same partner I trusted to watch my back way back in the hot years, but was, in all honesty, of ZERO help when, if you'll remember, I struggled with my breakfast order and a cashier at the East LA McDonald’s; all I wanted was a couple of breakfast burritos. Also, the same partner who found herself ena

...is he thinking about some Crocs? Hey! Whaddup Peeps? Monday was a pretty big day. Ask Cmdr. McCroc. He'll tell you. It was his birthday. If you ask him, it's McCroc-apalooza, and it's all about him. On Sunday night, a few of us got together and went out to celebrate him . Me & the HB, Panda & Teddi from the Block, Moe & Winnie, and John & Tina. John & Tina are new, so I haven't been able to "nick" them yet. They seem nice, but they probably need to pick a better class of f

Me & Mr Jones, looking very dapper in our Cruiser swag Hey there! Happy Sunday, peeps! Yeah, it’s just as they say, “All good things...

Hey y’all! Got’cher cup? Yep, we’re still enjoying whine country. Yesterday, started with a four-mile, or so, bike ride. I say “or so”...

In preparation for the cornhole tournament Hey Chroniclers! It’s Fri-yay! We’re still in Paso, and the campout is in full swing. Our club...

Nighttime at Paso ...it's dark and we can see stars G’morning, Chroniclers!  Paso has not disappointed! The Whine fest is on! The First...

Happy Tuesday, Chroniclers! The HB & I are always amused when we’re at home and the caller on the phone or via text asks, “So where are...

Let's go flying! Well, hello there, Chroniclers! Busy weekend! On Saturday, the HB and her Junior spent most of the day making gumbo, and...

Three former Explorers made good. Papi Churro is the guy in the middle. Guess which one is Your Hero. Here, we stopped by Papi's parents'...

Me trying to explain to Cmdr McCroc the value of baseball Good Sunday Morning, Chroniclers! The HB and I have been out with our club this...

Cruisers hanging Whaddup Chroniclers? The HB and I are out in the mobile coffeehouse again, roughing it with 35 other rigs this week. ...