Category Archives: New Mexico Living

Only interested in #Water conservation. Never mind I hate #lawns

Posted on 2015-06-13 by Chuck Ayers

For the sake of water conservation. I’d rather roll over a hill of ants than to waste time and money on a lawn. Mowing, weeding, fertilizing, and fretting over a green patch of Bermuda is what I hate most. Caring … Continue reading →

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#Sixties Rock and Roll. #Intergenerational and loved by all

Posted on 2015-06-06 by Chuck Ayers

Music appreciation. I am proud of granddaughter K.7. She is fully submerged in Sixties rock and roll. Her music of choice. Loud and rocking. A music foundation that will stay with her and help form her musical sensibility. None of … Continue reading →

Posted in Facebook, Grandkids, Land of Enchantment, Los Alamos New Mexico, New Mexico Living, Okie craziness, Pop Culture, Twitter | Tagged Brenda Lee, Chuck Berry, Connie Francis, Elvis, ThE Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Everly Brothers | Leave a comment

Baby of the family

Posted on 2015-03-16 by Chuck Ayers

My Monday morning prayer: Thank you God for my two youngest granddaughters. And thank you for my older granddaughter. And, while we are at it, thanks for my oldest grandson. And furthermore, thank you for my oldest wife. And of … Continue reading →

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Pass the #15 and hand me my sunglasses

Posted on 2015-03-04 by Chuck Ayers

Becoming weary of warm weather. Had just a glorious but somewhat simple day today. The wind was calm with an occasional southern breeze, temp was 82-degrees, and we were out back lying about our swimming pool. A pool surrounded with … Continue reading →

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I need more better English

Posted on 2015-02-27 by Chuck Ayers

Writing doesnt come easy. At age 71 it is still a struggle for me to write anything that makes sense. Grammar are nonexistent. Spelling is pertty dadgum bad. English is almost a second language. If I could only write more … Continue reading →

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Shine that light over here please

Posted on 2015-02-26 by Chuck Ayers

I need some light therapy. Bright, warm, and filled with renewable energy. The kind you find on Maui and mixed with warm sandy beaches and tropical breezes. All with friendly local people bringing tropical drinks in tall frosty glasses. And, … Continue reading →

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What a grind!

Posted on 2015-02-25 by Chuck Ayers

Now looky here. This is what my lovely daughters gave me for my birthday. A status symbol beyond compare. Handcrafted mahogany wood with stainless steel hopper with steel grinding handle. The crown jewel of coffee snobbery. A coveted icon of … Continue reading →

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Well maybe not so great. But okay

Posted on 2015-02-23 by Chuck Ayers

Those of you who know me surely think of me as lovable and easy going. Always trying to please. Just a kind humble soul. Right? However, I dont want to burst anyones bubble. But, I have noticed a gross over … Continue reading →

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Obligatory, sort of

Posted on 2015-02-19 by Chuck Ayers

The Grandpapa responsibility and job contract. I am responsible for teaching my grandkidlings. Teaching them a sense of fun and rhythm and fun. How you ask. Its easy. Go buy a harmonica and play Mary Had a Little Lamb and … Continue reading →

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I am the Trash Man

Posted on 2015-02-06 by Chuck Ayers

How did my sisters escape this? Included on my current professional resume is years of college study and a little college related extracurricular activities. Not to be discussed here. Also listed on my never ending resume is many years of … Continue reading →

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