Cassie & Bitsy Reach a Decision
Gunnar Olafsson I am used to making decisions myself, in my own time. Being partners with Bitsy disallows such action. We have reviewed and discussed the contractor proposals in detail several times.…
Gunnar Olafsson
John Runs Into an Old “Friend”
I’ve officially moved into an apartment in Middle Valley. Nothing special, I looked long and hard for something convenient and inexpensive, and there wasn’t much available for a cheapskate, or…
Twenty-Four Hours with Mercury
EDITOR’S NOTE: RiverRoadToday may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you purchase through links in this episode. I’m almost settled into my new apartment, progressing…
Wanda Dodges a Hornet’s Nest
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.…
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…