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.…

A serial about the people of Middle Valley in the tradition of daytime soap operas
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.…
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…
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,…
The election is growing closer and I’m getting nervous. We have a debate in two days. I’ve not really begun to prepare. A discussion of some issues here and there…
So, how was my night at the Riverside, you may ask? I received the call from Bitsy – urgent, as usual. (Why is everything always urgent with her? My goodness.)…
It’s been a long day for Cassie. I’m surprised she’s still on her feet. From what I can piece together, most of what happened today would not have happened if…
The crowd continues to grow, not enough seating, but that doesn’t seem to bother anyone. If anyone in the crowd is not in favor of removing Mick’s statue from Middle…
Your divine Miss Comportment coming to you live via digital recording on my phone as I luxuriate on the banks of our beautiful Chickotee River and on the boat of…
Mayor Charlotte Granger Thirty minutes here and Mrs. McMurtry had yet to let go of my ear. “Mayor Charlotte, so glad you could be here! My son-in-law was so pleased…
As the sun begins to set along the banks of the Chickotee, my stomach begins to flutter. “Big night!” Mom hollers as I leave the house. Big night indeed. It’s…