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…

A serial about the people of Middle Valley in the tradition of daytime soap operas
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…
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Ladies and Gentlemen, Your gossip steward is returning. After being sidelined for some time in writing and editing purgatory, I’m managing to wile my way back into Middle Valley society…
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.…
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…
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 –…
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…
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…
Take two with Dr. Menchy today, I realize as I open my eyes. My breakfast arrives under the locked door, per usual. It’s hot cereal day, though by the time…
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…