The day off

I had the day off, and in a fit of virtue decided I’d walk to the grocery store. The afternoon was sunny, and though there was a hint of a breeze it was starting to heat up. I’d vaguely noticed that someone had bought the old neighborhood bar and had been doing some work on […]

The first day

I expected it to be slow the first day, and my expectations were fully met. The only customer I had all morning was Boss, and I served up what She ordered — a taste of cream in Her bowl and a short scritch behind Her right ear. She was still busy exploring the locker rooms […]