Wanda Dodges a Hornet’s Nest
Gunnar Olafsson Bitsy is seated at the bar as I walk in. “Light day?” I ask. I hadn’t heard from her in a few days and I was not upset about it.…
Gunnar Olafsson
Cassie & Bitsy are Working Well Together?
The postman makes his usual stop, but before he can place today’s mail on the bar, I anxiously snatch it right out of his hand. I’m delighted to find responses…
Change is in the Air at the Riverside
Bitsy and I are meeting with the first contractor, Steve Burton, before opening today. I’m struck at the sight of his hands. These are the hands of a contractor –…
Cassie Calls on Albert for Advice – to His Surprise
I find a two-mile walk around the paths near Hilltop a fine way to start a Fall day in these parts. The leaves are turning, and I can sense a…
Wanda’s First Staff Meeting: Bitsy Crashes, Bentley Chows Down & New-Sheriff Henry Weeps
I’m quickly getting settled into my new role as mayor (and I love it!). The crisp Fall-like air has me in a very … oxygenated mood. No clouds overhead. I’m…
Cassie and Jill Conspire on Construction
I’ve been on a permanent high about the Riverside renovation project ever since Bitsy and I met with the contractors, and the sun outside my doorstep this morning isn’t hurting…
The Peacock in Bitsy Rears its Head
I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about the Riverside and our ideas about revitalizing it. Cassie and I both have ideas about how to go forward. I don’t usually…
Bentley Clears the Air with Thornton
I decide on a whim to show up at Thornton’s office in the historical building unannounced. My intention is to inform Thornton of the change in my employment status, and…
Bentley’s Big-Time Bargain
In recent days, I have been feeling a little antsy about my situation – frankly, what camp I was in. On one hand, there’s Albert – paying me well, letting…
A Moment of Zen for the New Mayor
It’s evening, most people are long gone for the day. I’m still here in the office, the first evening of what I am sure will be a regular occurrence. Enjoyable,…