Jay B. R. Wokky Ch 27 — Fritter is Astonished

CH. 27 -- Fritter squawked. Jay and Janine looked up from their breakfast of just-baked waffles with strawberries and whipped cream. Jay held a giant teacup in his claws, but he paused and looked over at Fritter. The gnome stared at the newspaper. His eyes were round, his expression astonished. “What is it, Fritter?” asked Janine.…

Merry Christmas to All…

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In Remembrance

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