It was Jimmy’s turn to be the Kite. Light butcher’s twine from the award winning kitchen of the Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa was tied to his legs. A good length was played out then he swooped and soared. the Face of Everyman recalled his early days of competition kite flying. In his own mind he introduced the sport to the folks at Weifang, China.
Intern Error
An unsupervised Security Intern unwittingly released an image proving to dispel the long held myth of the Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa as a magical place. Instead it reveals that it is no more than half an old whiskey barrel, an Italian terracotta planter base and an artfully carved chunk of basalt revered by all as the Face of Everyman. The grainy imaged was quickly removed from public exposure and denounced by the kindly ol’ pensioner as “fake news”.
Panther
Panther returned to her old hunting grounds. She was wary. She knew that the Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa was now a UNESCO World Heritage Avian Sanctuary. One misstep and “they” would put a bell on her neck. She pretended to be civil to the Face of Everyman but she couldn’t quite pull it off.
Catch and Release
Instead of watching Romper Room in the morning, Ripley watched The Nature Channel. Strangely he imprinted on Eagles. Seen hovering above the turbulent waters of the Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa; he is poised to catch the first fish to appear. the Face of Everyman wondered if he should call Fish & Wildlife and request that a modest amount of minnows be stocked. “Catch and Release” of course.
Spring Migration
Spring migration of song birds was increasing. Word of the fabulous Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa had spread far and wide. the Face of Everyman was starting to lack the skills to properly ID migrants who were not yet in spring mating colors. The gnome in the background is of no help; he appears to be sleeping off last nights festivities.
Barnstorming
Spring like weather brought the return to the Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa of daredevil flyers known as Barnstormers. This fearless aeronaut is probably here to join the famous Bergdorf Flying Circus. the Face of Everyman gave a forecast of good weekend weather. The nearby meadow would be busy with airplane rides, concessions, and of course “E”s signature brand Bulgarian Hot Dogs with Sauerkraut.
Aqua Olympics
Percy was going to try out for the Summer Aqua Olympics to be held at the Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa. the Face of Everyman quickly stopped him from attempting a backward somersault into a half inch of water and suggested he go to the deep end. Seeing the dangers involved in amateur athletics Percy took up Quoits and became district champion.
Phalanx
Cheeky pretended to ignore the solid phalanx of songbirds advancing slowly towards his position. Could a small group of rag tag sparrows defend their territory and food supply from this huge rodent? He probably didn’t even like the stuff that came Oppenheimer’s Deluxe Patio Mix. the Face of Everyman tried to put the kibosh every squabble at the Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa. He enforced an eleventh hour treaty.
Toastmasters
Seen above in an archived image are the founding fathers of the Foggy Bottom Resort and Spa Toastmasters Club. Organizational suggestions offered by the Face of Everyman went unheeded. In the end the noontime Club disbanded and returned their charter. The two main reasons given: the catered road kill servings were small and the speeches were to be given in Esperanto.
Security Analyst
Sheldon had an inquiring mind but he wasn’t sure he wanted to be a security analyst here at the Foggy Bottoms Resort and Spa. The job was more that of a research assistant to the Face of Everyman. It required checking leg bands and colored rings worn by guests. The venerable sage never revealed why migration data was important. Who even knew the location of this remote spot along the Pacific Flyway? Most folks just stumbled upon it. http://brdbander.blogspot.com/
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