Here we are at Central Blends (and no, The KlatschMeister -- who is old and is losing his mind -- did not get confused and go to the wrong one this time). I thought I'd widen the view a little in order to get the young gentleman just down the bench from us in the shot. Kind of lends a cosmopolitan ambience if I may say. Dr. Smith swung by in the midst of looking for a particular kind of wood at Windsor Plywood in Bowness. The Mayor unloaded an old Gunter Grass novel in his continuing Bookcrossing campaign. We all talked about the relative merits of Pacific vs. Atlantic salmon. And Lawrence advised that Tom Skinner will be taking over the newsletter-writing duties for SAIT's Alive. He'll have some big newsletter-writing shoes to fill. Lawrence's newsletters were great; they were always engaging and lighthearted (except for the obits) and the Gallimaufry section never failed to enlighten and amuse. Kudos, Mr. Scribe and enjoy your latest retirement.