Ink Spots

Stories from a small town in the Midwest
by Molly MacDonald

Having the flu is not much fun

By Molly MacDonald   I have arisen from my sickbed to write this. I have the flu, it is no fun, but I’m being very brave. I did a Covid test, but it was negative, thank heavens. Presumably, by the time you read this, I will be back to my usual bouncy self. If I’m not,...

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The Return of Christopher Robbins

By: Molly MacDonald For those of you who read my last column, you’ll remember I sadly announced that Christopher Robin, my beloved stray cat whom I have been feeding for several years, had disappeared. Well - huzzah - I am sad no more. The day after I sent that column...

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On the Arrival of Vincent, his Nana’s newest grandchild

By Molly MacDonald     Wade, the baby of our family, has had a baby! Okay, technically his wife, Jackie, gave birth to the baby, but  being technical was never my long suit. They have named him Vincent, a lovely name he shares with the Green Bay Packers sainted coach,...

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