It’s Saturday, and it has been 92°f (33°c) for the past two days. David and I are definitely in the mood for a cold adult beverage. We’re going to sit inside where Cheryl is tending bar (and where it’s air conditioned). I’ll see what we can do about working in Linda G. Hill’s Stream of Consciousness Saturday prompt while here:
“Your Friday prompt for Stream of Consciousness Saturday is ‘starts with mono.’ Find a word that starts with ‘mono’ and use it in your post. Enjoy!”
If we were having a beer, you’d be having a beer.
“Cheryl, it’s good to see you again. Please bring Dan and me one of those draft beers he likes.”
“Modelo?”
“Yes.”
“David. Joining me in a beer, instead of bourbon. Have you been out in the heat?”
“I have, Dan and I think a nice cold beer will rectify the effect of that situation. I’ll move on to bourbon later.”
“Here you go, boys. Two ice-cold Modelo Especials”
“I have to admit, Dan. This is a nice beer.”
“I’m glad you like it David. Were you working outside today?”
“No, I had to park down the street and walk up here. Some little white car took the last spot in the lower lot. The upper lot is full. Where did you park.”
“I, um…”
“Just for the record, he drives a little white car, David.”
“Cheryl!”
“Sorry, Dan. I know you don’t want to lie to him. I thought I’d make it easier.”
“Thanks, Cheryl. I’m sure.”
“I have a couple items to take up with you, Dan.”
“Such as?”
“Let’s start with your next book. You gave us an important clue on Wednesday.”
“I did?”
“Yes. Your little grammar rant revealed that Zach and Abbie are in the next book. Another adventure in dreamland?”
“Not so much. They’re in the book, but they don’t hold a monopoly on the plot or the action.”
“Reduced to background characters?”
“I wouldn’t go that far. It’s just that other characters are involved, including several new faces in the crowd.”
“Is the action still taking place in Pittsburgh?”
“Yes.”
“OK, topic number two. How is that writing challenge of yours coming?”
“It’s coming along nicely. We have about sixteen doors, and several people are committed to writing or at least interested,”
“What about you?”
“I’ll toss in a few doors.”
“Are you going to write something?”
“Probably. I’ve seen some interesting doors and I need a break from editing this book.”
“David, are you ready for a break from that beer?”
“I do think I’ll switch to some John Howell’s Bourbon, Cheryl, but put another beer for Dan on my tab.”
“Thanks. Are you done with your list?”
“Yeah. Anything new with you?”
“Yes. We’re going to have a special guest next week.”
“Really, Who?”
“Willow Willers.”
“Willow? That’s great. I remember when she was here before. That was fun.”
“She’s going to tell us about a new poetry anthology. She has several poems in it.”
“That’s cool who else is in it. More people than I can list today, but I’ll send you a link where you can pre-order Poetry Treasures 3: Passions. The poets have been guests of Roberta Eaton Cheadle’s ‘Treasuring Poetry’ blog series.”
“I’ve read Robbie’s blog. Those are good people.”
“They are. We’ll hear more about this from Willow next week.”
“That sounds good, Dan. I’ll see you next week.”
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