Flip-Flop

My northeast Ohio city has not yet experienced a frost. I am still picking cherry tomatoes, and my tropical, annual, and perennial plants are still blooming well. We had a wet spring and a dry fall with Tuesday being a record high also. Southern Ohio has been getting more weather problems from the jet streams than us, for the last few years. Wild and unusual here also.

Dare I mention climate change? Weather disasters are increasing worldwide. My retirement dreams of spending winters in Florida, like my parents, grandparents, and brother enjoyed, are now a scary thought. 🤔 I had changed my thinking to possibly moving to the Carolina's, scratch that also. A recent realtor's survey declared my Ohio city this safest city in the USA from weather disasters. Our winters have been very mild for the last decade, but that too could change quickly by mother nature. I wish safety for all and decided to just stay put.

If the popper can create copies, what would stop him from doing that again? I agree with Max. I think that I will sleep on that also.

🤔 I think he must be a speed reader also! He seems to appear in story comments, almost everywhere.

That pretty much tells us what to expect,

Enjoyed this interview. It contained all the questions that L was curious about. I found the USA connection answer very interesting, because he has an excellent take on us without ever visiting.

Get your rest Geron. I also could use more rest because I have stayed up too late many times in the last week, in order to read your excellent tale. I have had much bigger disappointments tonight anyway, I feel like I will need about 4 years of sweet dreams now.

It appears the group enjoyed a typical tourist day out. What stood out for me, was the purchase of the"Ra protection rings''. They may come into play as our adventure continues? The big reveal was the appearance of the map that the scarab produced. A starting point for their future adventures. The fact that they were being followed, adds to the excitement of the mystery, and the wisdom of having Omar and Kareem looking out for their safety. Another well done and possible foretelling chapter.

Wow! I feel exhausted after that scuffle. Quite shocking, fast paced, and very intense, to say the least.

Are you suggesting a boggeywoman is the boss of it all?

Could time actually become their unknown prison? I am looking forward to see what Esmerelda has to say. Are there many more active popper ghost hives? If so, are they aware, or could they also become aware, of Earth's existence. @Geron Kees has opened a real can of worms, with this popper planet destroying, parasite of a race.

Charlie and his "band" of co-hearts,now properly attired and equipped, are off to Alaska where they first discovered this mystery. They need to to talk to Will, and find out what he, and possibly his people, knows or are able to do, to help in this very important challenge that lies ahead of them. This appears to be an "all hands on deck" moment for all inhabitants of the planet and possibly beyond. Yep no pressure no pressure at all. After all they have dealt with ghosts before. How different could this turn out to be??????

This story is a paradise for us Charlie Boone nerds. It sometimes shocks me that I have very few problems following the flow of these stories. There are now so many characters, abilities, and past experiences flowing in their conversations and story plots. 🤔 I have to credit @Geron Kees on his unique ability to weave all this information into a delightful and fun reader's experience!

Quote from @weinerdog You better not stir up more trouble and cast doubt about Nicholaas!!!! ☹️

I had the same thought about that.

Boy, I love picture books! 🥰 The stranger who had sold them the original scarab beetle, makes his appearance again. He now regrets his earlier sale? Omar quickly dashes his feeble hopes, of a buy back, and makes it clear that will never happen. Yes, my intrigue about the scarab has increased, and I could also easily get used to having Omar and Kareem very close by ❣️ Our band of brothers is now complete, and it is time for this mystery to move forward. Well done.

This Boogeyman investigation is gaining a lot of interest among Charlie's fellow co-hearts, and many theories have been raised and discussed. A Boogeyman or is Boogeymen a better term for the unique visitors that also are featured on book covers? I think there is much more investigating to do before we jump to any quick assumptions. It is proven that Charlie and his friends have many resources that they can turn to for help, with this mystery. Is it Ironic that Boogeyman is all about the "BOO" factor? 😇

Yay, our dear Charlie Boone friends are back for Halloween❣️ There is a soft spot in my heart for Charlie and his growing band of co-hearts. It is like visiting old friends and catching up on "what is new". A new adventure, new abilities, new mysteries, 😃 What more could you desire? Thanks, @Geron Kees!

I saw the early reports and pictures and the updates today are very sad. After recent similar flooding in the USA, we understand that help in the recovery to reach those who need it, will be very difficult. Our hearts go out to all affected. Anything you feel you want to share about your local area, please do. 💔

Many years ago, I visited a Dali Museum in the Tampa Fla. area. It has since expanded its collections greatly and is in a newer unique building in St. Petersburg Fla. It appears to be well deserving of a return visit. I have always loved his works!

Reggie and Alex continued their Egyptian journey in Cairo surrounded by the luxury and elegance of their hotel accommodations. A perfect setting for them to share their affections and declare love of one, another. They travel to the museum in their carriage that was summoned by hotel staff and viewed the vibrant city from its comfort. The museum contained countless treasures and magnificent artifacts from Egypt's past that had been discovered by countless digs, over long periods of time and great effort. Mystery is the key to me. I believe this city is a hotbed of mysteries and shady characters, with so many valuables changing hands over hundreds of years. If I was there I would surely observe this gorgeous couple, but is there much more at play here? I am just waiting for this mystery to start to unravel. ❣️ You definitely have my attention @Albert1434.

I really enjoyed reading your story, it was a sweet heart warming gem ❣️ Thanks for sharing this.

This chapter reinforces a couple of things. Reggie and Alex's exploring is being done totally in a first-class way. Transportation, accommodations, food and spending all reflect Reggie's great wealth. The other point are the mysteries that surround the scarab. Who sold it? Who was searching for it, and why? I am thinking they will learn more about it in Cairo. Was Mr. Selden just a curious fellow traveler, or is he more involved? 🤔 We shall see if they learn anything about the scarab in their exploring around the capital city. 🙂

Sadly. this can be the best result, for any loved one with need of end of life care. Being the last last of my family still here, I have had my own emotional experiences with similar situations. You and your brother did good that he had his last days in a home environment. This is not an easy thing to do, and there are no perfect outcomes, but you try to do your best.

Quote from story listing; It means that there are others to meet, and more to learn, before this tale starts to reveal itself ❣️