Sunday, August 31, 2025

SUNDAY BASEBALL

 It was an exciting game for the Red Sox! Everything went the way of Boston with an Inside the park homerun by Darren Jaren. The final score was 5-2 Boston. Earlier I drove the Allante' to Country Corner where a fill-up cost me $44.00. As I looked down at the right floor mat a mouse scurried for help! Maybe the mouse has found a new home? Spoke with sons Ben & Josh. Ben & Allison are planning to purchase a new automobile! I encourage them. Dick Fuller gave me advice many years ago: Buyers buy color and a dealer. Don't forget to change your calendars to September 1. 2025 tomorrow!!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Saturday, August 30, 2025

WEEKEND OF CELEBRATIONS

 The highlight of this Saturday was the celebration of Evie's 12th Birthday at Birch Hill. It was an event of family & friends. The spirit was high as I pulled up in my red Cadillac Allante.' Much preparation was done by Heidi & Josh. I sat by the fire in a rocker enjoying shrimp & other foodstuffs. The big disappointment came with the Sox losing to the Pirates 10-3.  Tomorrow will be the finale at 1:30 PM. Tomorrow is son Ben & Allison's anniversary! The weather couldn't be better. Tonight, will see cooler temperatures. I plan on watching Joel Osteen on Daystar at 10:00 AM.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Friday, August 29, 2025

A BIG FRIDAY

 This Friday has taken all of my energy!  My first challenge was renewing my plate renewal on the Honda which I did .to begin with I did my banking and paid Josh for my rent at the Poodle. He invited me to go to Ware to Lowe's which I did. Tomorrow we will celebrate Evie's 12th Birthday. Preparation has begun. Tonight's loss by the Red Sox to Pittsburgh 0f 4-2 was a disappointing.  The Legion was booming. I had a BLT and a nice visit with Carol Slater. Jeff Nickerson was in a hurry and Richard Kemp came by to shake hands. We had two torrential rain pours today. Gold was bid at $3,475.60.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Thursday, August 28, 2025

ENJOYABLE THURSDAY

 My Thursday gave me many pleasures! The first one was my weight coming in at 150.2 pounds The next was the afternoon game between the Sox & Orioles. The Sox won 3-2! Now they can return to Fenway for tomorrow nights against the Padres. The next pleasure came with my getting the mail. I drove the Allante' and a "Return to Sender" from the Mass Dot. Tomorrow I must call with my Renewal of $60 for my plate 2HJZ18. Friday will be busy as I have banking to do. I don't know if all allotments will be posted. Must got a $50 bill for Evie's 12 Birthday gift. Plan on going to the Legin at 4:15 PM. Haven't decided what meal I will get? The price of Gold was bid a $3,459.50.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Wednesday, August 27, 2025

RED SOX WEDNESDAY

 The incredible Red Sox come again with a 3-2 victory over the Orioles. It happened in the Ninth with a 2-run homer by Cezanne. Tomorrow will see the Sox play the Orioles in an afternoon game for a sweep. This Wednesday saw rain about 4:00 PM. I parked the Honda outside with the driver's side window down just to alert me of my error. Tonight, the Honda is asleep in the garage with locked windows. Chase Robert came by with a souvenir for me from Greece. I like all of his accounts of travels around the world! Iceland, Cancun, Paris, Denver and more. Tomorrow, I weigh myself and fetch the Mail from 01585.The Red Sox have the momentum to keep winning! Go Sox!!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Tuesday, August 26, 2025

TUESDAY OF VICTORIES

 My Tuesday had many victories! The Mass General blood test revealed I'm heading in the right direction. No need for a transfusion. come back in one week. Chase Robert called in the afternoon advising me today was Joshua's birthday! I called him wishing him well. JBP is 51 today and Evie is 11 tomorrow. We'll celebrate Evie with a party Saturday afternoon at Birch Hill, and I'm invited. Came back from Boston and drove my Red Allante' to Hannaford NB and spent $79.97 on food stuffs. Did receive a $4.18 5% Senior Discount. The last victory of this Tuesday came in Baltimore where the Red Sox defeated the Orioles 5-0! Gold was bid at $3,426.30. Tomorrow I must put away all of my "clean" laundry left by Josh this morning.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN\

Monday, August 25, 2025

MASS GENERAL TOMORROW 9;00 AM

Tomorrow will be a busy day for Josh & me. He will pick me up at 9:00AM not knowing for what's in   store? Another transfusion? Hopefully my numbers will be positive! Today saw me busy driving Jodh for a rental. He came back and took my "Dirty" Laundry and trash. Today's Red Sox victory over the Orioles was a great day to end my Monday. The Sox prevailed 4-3. The price of Gold was bid at $3,412.80.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Sunday, August 24, 2025

YANKEES DEFEAT RED SOX

It just wasn't in the cards for the Red Sox. The Sox lost 7-2 to the Yankees who had 5 home runs! This Sunday has been long for me. I enjoyed Joel Osteen's message about his late Mother. Heard from Josh who called on his way home. More tomorrow. Must attend my Pills tomorrow.  That's all folks!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Saturday, August 23, 2025

TREMENDOUS SATURDAY

This Saturday had an interesting beginning! As I was ready to drive my Allante' for the newspaper Son Ben called offering two hours of his time before leaving for Belmont, NC. I agreed and Ben drove the Honda around Long Hill Rd. into Warren. then onto New Braintree and North Brookfield. Ben knew the Sox - Yankee game was coming on at 1:05 PM. We said our Goodbye then I settled into watching the game on NESN. I didn't know what to expect. The Red Sox came alive with 17 hits and scoring 12 runs to the Yankee's 1 run! Tomorrow's game can be seen as the feature game tomorrow night. Stay tuned! I plan on watching Joel Osteen on Daystar at 10:00 AM. My Saturday was truly "Tremendous!"

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Friday, August 22, 2025

FABULOUS FRIDAY

My Friday was fabulous! From the beginning with beautiful weather, I drove the Allante' for my newspapers. The day unfolded with the usual big breakfast. Son Ben drove me to the Legion where he was greeted by all of my friends: Carol Slater and Jeff Nickerson and others. The response was wonderful to see how Ben was received. Music was played on the jukebox i.e. Johnny Cash & The Eagles. . Ben drove me back home in anticipation of the Red Sox - Yankee game. It was another game to remember with Bello holding the Yankees to just a few hits. no runs! . Son Ben leaves for Belmont, NC tomorrow at noon. His stay with me was indeed fabulous!!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Thursday, August 21, 2025

PERFECT THURSDAY INDEED!

 My Thursday was perfect. My weight came in at 151.8 pounds. Steady. I got the two newspapers as usual then it was calling for my mail. Nothing important. Son Ben arrived at 4:10 PM and drove me to Hannaford NB for my prescription which has been waiting for me. Ben drove the Honda to Longview Farm to reminisce about the Rolling Stones visit in1981.The highlight of this perfect Thursday came with the Red Sox defeating the Yankees 6-3. Roman Anthony homered in the Eighth. Ben returns tomorrow for a visit to the Legion with me at 4:10 PM for some Mozzarella Sticks. Today as perfect indeed!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Wednesday, August 20, 2025

WEDNESDAY WITH SON BEN

 My Wednesday was highlighted spending time with Ben! He drove the Honda in a driving the Honda in a driving rain to Walmart-Ware. The Walmart-Ware is truly impressive. I replenished my supply Ensure +  We had hopes of going to the Steaming Tender for supper, but it was closed. We ate at Krazy Jake's i Wilbraham to our satisfaction. I enjoyed a bowl and a half of Clam Chowder while Ben enjoyed a Caprese Burger. The toral came to $35.25 + a$7.00 tip. We did stop at Country Corner for my New York Times and USA Today. Tomorrow, I plan on weighing myself and getting my mail. Ben will drive me to Hannaford NB for a prescription renewal. The agreed time will be 4:05 PM for Ben's for Ben's return. The price of Gold was bid at $3,387.30.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Tuesday, August 19, 2025

A TUESDAY TO REMEMBER

 My Tuesday has been interesting! From losing my Smart Phone to Son Ben finding it in my Alante' the successful day was complete. My day at Hannaford NB saw me spend $126.09 with a Senion Discount of $6.56. Saw Carol Slater several times. Son Ben came back to watch the Red Sox -Oriole game. It's the 5th Inning with Baltimore leading 3-1. Tomorrow, Ben & I will travel to Walmart in Ware to purchase supplies.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Monday, August 18, 2025

DELIGHTFUL MONDAY

This Monday began with a good night's sleep! The fan and open window in the bathroom made my night special. Son Ben called at 4:15PM and came over and visited for about an hour. We always have a spirited conversation be it music or sports. Ben removes my trash and newspapers. Today I have made a list of foodstuffs for my Tuesday at Hannaford NB. The Red Sox are trailing the Orioles 6 -3 in the Ninth. Seem the Sox have lost their competitive spirit!! Gold was bid at $3,388.90.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN



Sunday, August 17, 2025

SATISFYING SUNDAY

My Sunday was highlighted by a visit from Son Ben! He came to watch the Red Sox Marlin game which ended up in a defeat with the Marlin's winning 5-3. During the game Ben said he wanted some ice cream, so he walked across the street to Howard's. and came back with a big bowl of Coffee Ice cream for me! It was delicious. After the Sox loss we watched a Billy Joel special for over an hour. Ben took away my Trash bag. We agreed for us to connect after 4:13 tomorrow. afternoon. Everything was satisfying for me on this Sunday! I did watch Joel Osteen to start my Sunday.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN

 

Saturday, August 16, 2025

RED SOX SATURDAY

 It was another victory for the Boston Red Sox! The final score was 7-5 Boston!  Son Ben arrived to enjoy watching the game and was happy to take the wheel of the Honda. We traveled to North Brookfield to take another peek of famous Long View Farm. It was agreed to return to the Clam Box where I enjoyed a bowl of Clam Chowder and Diet Pepsi. Ben Paid. LOL. I agreed to pay on our next visit. We returned to watch the Final out. Tomorrow, I plan on watching Joel Osteen at 10:00 AM on Daystar. Ben & I agreed to my daily routine of my calling at 4:15 PM and I am closely as my phone. Today was a total success for the both of us!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Friday, August 15, 2025

RED SOX FRIDAY

 This Friday was all about the Boston Red Sox! The walk-off victory of 2-1 over the Marlins was truly the highlight of my Friday. Earlier I fetched my mail in my Honda. Got bills which I paid i.e. Spectrum and VA prescription drugs. My visit to the Legion was highlighted by my taking the Cadillac Alante.' Had a nice visit with Carol Slater. No Jeff Nickerson. Earlier in the day saw Chase Robert. Bring back my clean laundry which was put away. Gold was bid at $3,381.00. 

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Thursday, August 14, 2025

GOOD LUCK THURSDAY

 My Thursday was full of Good Luck! Josh drove Maddie's VW to Mass General Hospital. The blood draw revealed an improvement in all counts which brought smiles to everyone's faces. Th results meant "No Transfusions.". The attending  physician came in for a brief visit. Earlier in the day my weight was recorded at 150.3 lbs.  It was confirmed at MGH at 153lbs. My Honda was returned having driven over 800 Miles. Tomorrow I plan on going to the Legion and picking up my mail. Josh took my "Dirty" laundry promising to return it tomorrow. 

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN



Wednesday, August 13, 2025

QUIET WEDNESDAY

 My Wednesday has been quiet. Aside of a call from the VA scheduling a Video on Nov. 20 with Ghione my Wednesday has been quiet. I relayed the message with Josh who advised me to assemble my "Dirty" laundry witch I did. Tomorrow I'll weigh myself then travel to MGH with Josh who'll pick me up at 12;30 PM. I have no idea what to expect! Transfusion? The Red Sox lost to the Astros 4-1! The price of Gold was bid @ $3,411.70.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


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Tuesday, August 12, 2025

BUSY TUESDAY

 My Tuesday was busy from the get-go! I traveled to Hannaford NB for food supplies in my 1991 Cadillac Allante' and got questions from two men "What kind or what mileage?" Naturally I liked the questions. My purchase's totaled $127.17 including the 5% Senior Discount of $6.63 Did see Carol Slater while shopping.  My purchases were loaded in the trunk of my car and unloaded before "Johnson" arrived in his Chevrolet bearing the plate OZONE! Dick walks with a cane and we were interrupted by  knock on the front door by a National Grid employee requesting to replace our Meter with a Smart Meter. Josh came by and mowed the lawn then contacted the VA on a Video Call with Dr. Ghione. The Sox are Leding the Astros 2-0 in the bottom of the 5th. The price of Gold was bid at $3,399.20.  Now I must get ready for a MGH visit on Thursday when Josh will pick me up at 12:30 PM. 

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Monday, August 11, 2025

DISAPPOINTING MONDAY

 My Monday was disappointing because of how Crochet was pitching! The Sox are trailing the Astros 5-2 in the Fifth. The day has been long. I put away my clean laundry before Josh came by trying to get technical support. He'll come back at 2:30PM  tomorrow. The price of gold was bid at $3,405.10.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Sunday, August 10, 2025

SUNDAY BASEBALL

This Sunday was concentrated with baseball! I had high- hopes the Sox would prevail over the Padres.  6-2 in the Eighth Inning with the bases loaded Boston faulted. It was a disappointing loss. Now it's onto to Texas. Josh came by with my "clean" laundry sporting a new haircut! Tonight, Sunday Night Baseball was from Saint Louis with the Cardinals leading the Cubs 2-0.  Tomorrow I'll do some banking and put away my laundry. The fair weather will prevail all week... hotter than hell!!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Saturday, August 9, 2025

DELAYED SATURDAY

 This Saturday had some delays! I stripped my bed of sheets for Josh, and they didn't come back until 8:30PM! No excuses as he made my bed. I took the Allante' out for a brief spin later in the day. The day was beautiful. Warm. Sunshine. Tonight, the Sox lead the Padres 3-2 in the fifth inning. I have no intentions of staying up for the entire game. 

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Friday, August 8, 2025

FRIDAY FRENZY

This Friday saw me return to Hannaford NB for two supplies of DEPEND ON Diapers!  I ran out and needed to replenish my supply. I drove the Allante' and it was an attraction of a lady taking pictures of the car. Her son would be interested in the auto. Fast forward to the Legion where somebody took my parking place! Robin Tebo and Carol Slater assisted me in the long journey. I enjoyed Mozzarella Sticks and Ginger Ale.  Coming back Josh came by with the Honda. I was listening to Jimmy Sturr's Polka Music t the time. He seemed amused and took my trash. The "dirty "laundry will be picked up tomorrow with the sheets from my bed. THE Sox-Padres game comes on at 9:40 PM.  No interest in staying up. Gold was bis at $3,486.60.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Thursday, August 7, 2025

SUCCESSFUL THURSDAY

My Thursday was good! Got the mail with the help of my friends. I drove the Allante' in the absence of the Honda which Josh has. He called mid-afternoon saying he was going to get a rental in the next few days. The weather today was sunshine and mild. The price of gold was bid at $3,461.60. My weight came in at 151lbs up from 147! Tomorrow, I plan on going to the Legion as usual. Don't know what meal I will have??

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Wednesday, August 6, 2025

HONDA WEDNESDAY

 Today saw lots of activity for me! Son Ben & Family stopped by as they headed for home in Belmont, NC. Savvy was given a $100 bill and was shown my Presidential Dollar collection. I encouraged her to learn more Presidents. She smiled. Chase Robert called saying he was going to return my Honda. I gave him a $20 bill for gas. The car was returned but not for long. Josh returned from the Mets neat no hitter saying he was going to take the Honda as he was without a vehicle. I obliged. Tonight's Red Sox game against Kansas City was a disaster. The Sox hit 5 batsmen and lost 7-3. Now they head for San Diego for a Friday night's game. I'll have to drive my Allante' again. Must fetch my mail tomorrow. Plan of weighing myself tomorrow. The price of Gold was bid at $3,427.30. 

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Tuesday, August 5, 2025

RED SOX TUESDAY

 This was an important victory Sox 6-2 over the Royals.)(s Uncle Ben and Chase Robert were at the game!!Both visited me at Mass General Hospital along with Heidi & Josh. Karen Ward, RN was the attending nurse. I received a blood transfusion and other shots. The morale support of Family makes it all worthwhile. My visit to Hannaford NB saw me spend $166.13 with the Senior Discount of $8.54. I drove the Cadillac Allante' as Josh had my Honda which was switched to Ben. The traffic as light and all went well. Don't forget the Concert on the Common tomorrow night! Don't know who is playing? Ben and Allison and Savvy head ack to Belmont, NC tomorrow. I will see them off with a cash donation to Savvy! Gold was bid at $3,417.40.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Monday, August 4, 2025

RED SOX MONDAY

 Today has been a busy Monday for me! Son Ben picked me up with Savvy, Evie along with Allison. We observed Savvy at her best at Twisters in E. Brookfield. Then we enjoyed a lunch at the Clam Box.  place was crowded and everyone enjoyed their meal on Pops!  tomorrow will be busy too. I have made a list of food for Hannaford NB then I'll then Son Ben will pick me up at 1:45 PM for a trip to MGH for a blood transfusion then will meet with Heidi & Dr. Macafee. Tonight, the Sox beat the Royals 8-5! There was a Feature article on Gold in today's USA Today. It was a positive article with a historic bent. Today gold was bid at $3,420.50.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Sunday, August 3, 2025

RED SOX SUNDAY

 It was disappointing not to see the Red Sox-Astro's game on TV. As it was the Sox prevailed over the Astro's 6-1. The highlight of my Sunday came with Son Ben taking for a spin to North Brookfield in his spiffy new rental! We traveled all around town reminiscing of times past. Tomorrow Ben will pick me up at 10:45 AM. We'll go to watch Savvy ply her gymnastic prowess in Brookfield then to the Clam Box in East Brookfield for lunch. I'll pay! I plan on paying my RMV Registration of $60. MY Sunday was good indeed!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN



Saturday, August 2, 2025

RED SOX SATURDAY

 The Boston Red Sox keep winning! Last night's 10th inning victory combined with today's 7-3 victory over the Astros now places the Sox in second place!! Today has been busy, first with Josh mowing my lawn then doing domestic duties inside. He vacuumed then washed the floors. took away my trash and "dirty" laundry. Much obliged my son! Son Ben came in from Belmont, NC in a delayed flight. He visited me with Savvy and Allison. Good to see everybody! Tomorrow, I plan on watching Joel Osteen on Daystar then spending time with Ben. The Sox play the Astros at 11:30 AM at Fenway hopeful of a Sweep!!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN


Friday, August 1, 2025

FRUSTRATING FRIDAY

Today lead to frustrations on my part! Josh was late for my 3:00 pm appointment.at the VA. He handled the call nicely telling the doctor of our situation at MGH. The doctor backed down. I gave Josh the monthly rent for the Poodle plus a small bonus! The Legion was fine. I enjoyed a BLT at Josh's suggestion. Tonight, in the absence of Apple+ TV I have been following the Red Sox -Astro on my screen. It is now in the Tenth Inning. Tomorrow, son Ben & family arrive from NC. Hope to greet everyone in the PM. Today's gold was bid at $3,395. The weather has cleared, and the next few days look spectacular

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN