A Gregor Ga-Ga-Ga-Ghost?!?

Noah Conrad: Shoot, these plans require a left-handed light bulb wrench.

I don't have one of those.

?: Here, Noah, I think you'll find this tool will work in a pinch.

Noah: Why, yes, it will.  That's perf--

Waitaminnit...who was that??

Later...

Diego Luis: Putting together this Lego flower is giving us

good practice for the Christmas advent calendar.

Chance Victor: It's important to train before any event, ha!

Diego: ¡Ay Chihuahua!  We are almost done and there are two pieces missing!

Chance: >Sigh< Isn't that always the case?

?: Hi guys, I found these pieces on the floor.  Are they yours?

Diego: ¡Gracias!  They are part of our build here!

Chance: Hey, the flower is complete and we....hang on...

Diego: ¡Dios mío, who was that?? ¿Un fantasma?

And later still, after word has spread through the house...

Kirwan Mahoney: So, your theory is what?

Tyler: He's the ghost of a Gregor who died 

 a hundred years ago tragically --

Mikko: -- yet hilariously--

Tyler: -- after being run over by an escalator.

?: That's the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard!!

Kirwan: I know, right?

Kirwan: Um, who was that?

Tyler: And where did he go?

Mikko: >Gulp< My head hurts.

Can we go trick-or-treating now?

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Raffle Outfits, Part 4

 Daddy John: In 2024 I won the Sasha Festival Seed Money Raffle.  The prize was a Gregor, whom I named Chance Victor, and 36 separate outfits representing different U.S. states.

At first, I had planned on dressing only Chance Victor in the outfits but as I redress my boys maybe twice a year, I realized it would take me forever to get through even half of the raffle clothes.  

I've finally shared the outfits out amongst my Gregors (nicknamed the 'Terrific Ten') and will present them across the occasional blog post.  Today, we have the fourth set of 5.

Philip Guy has talked Stephen Orange away from his aquariums and into the great outdoors to observe native wildlife, like birds, rather than fish.

Philip's North Carolina ensemble is perfect for birding and hiking!  Peggy L. and Ellen C. included the necessary accessories of a walking stick, bird guide, neckerchief, and binoculars.

Meanwhile, Stephen Orange wears this Vermont combo of Autumn leaves pattern turtleneck and denim overalls.  It included a bright red duffle coat, which we didn't need as it was 85° in Minneapolis today! That Sheila F. must be chained to her sewing machine.

Here's BR (and Annabelle) with a white t-shirt supporting the University of Arkansas Razorbacks!  Also included is a pair of khaki cargo pants.  Outfit by Miss Tree (say it fast).

Cowboy-wannabe Pete Dakota grabbed this Montana rancher's collection by JoAnn 🌟.  A cowboy hat, sheepskin vest, plaid button-down shirt, jeans, and boots.  What every rancher needs to round up his little doggies.

Pete Dakota: Howdy, pardners!

Okay, in all honesty each outfit is my favorite, but this next one has to be one of the coolest.

Chance Victor is dressed as Beverly Cleary's young hero, Henry Huggins from Oregon.  He's got a canvas bucket hat, orange-striped shirt, and dark blue pants.  Additionally, there's Henry's newspaper pouch, some newspapers, and....Henry's very own dog, Ribsy!  This fantastic set is by Erin H.  Impressive!

Raffle Outfits, Part 3

  Daddy John: In 2024 I won the Sasha Festival Seed Money Raffle.  The prize was a Gregor, whom I named Chance Victor, and 36 separate outfits representing different U.S. states.

At first, I had planned on dressing only Chance Victor in the outfits but as I redress my boys maybe twice a year, I realized it would take me forever to get through even half of the raffle clothes.  

I've finally shared the outfits out amongst my Gregors (nicknamed the 'Terrific Ten') and will present them across the occasional blog post.  Today, we have the third set of 5.

I was able to talk Noah Conrad into something other than his usual overalls. Here he is modeling the outfit for South Carolina:  A red t-shirt from world famous Señor Frog's Mexican restaurant chain and sea-shell patterned shorts donated by Sheila F.  Perfect for wandering the beach.  ¡Olé!  

Diego Luis is dressed in this rather fine Gilded Age inspired collection for Rhode Island, as donated by Cynthia H.  It came with a very cute pair of knit booties.

It's bedtime and Nicholas Sahara and Scot-Michael are wearing these Alabama pajamas by Pamela Jo T.  Nicholas is wearing pjs with an elephant pattern, while Scot-Michael's are red gingham.  Once again, Cynthia H. knitted some slippers to accompany.  Sweet dreams!

Rounding out this week's fashion show, Kirwan Mahoney looks bovine in this t-shirt and pants combo that can only represent Wisconsin!  Outfit made by JoAnn ⭐.

Kirwan Mahoney: Knock-knock!

Noah Conrad: >Sigh< Who's there?

Kirwan: Interrupting cow.

Noah: Interrup--

Kirwan: MOOOOOO!!!!

International Gregor of Mystery

 BR and Pete Dakota are outside, practicing their soccer moves.

BR: Arrrrgh!  I don't know how those guys in Liverpool do it!

Pete Dakota: I know!  They make it look so easy.

I can't look down the field and kick the ball at the same time.

?: It's called the pitch, Pete.  Always scan the pitch.

Look around before you receive the ball to find space to pass to your teammate.

Pete: That's a good tip.  I'll try that.

?: And BR, you want to use the inside of your foot with your toes

pointing up for close passes.  Like this.

BR: Like this?

?: Perfect! And keep your back leg solid on the ground.

BR: Who was that guy?

Pete: I've never seen him before!

The next morning...

Nicholas Sahara: ♫♫ Dum-dum-dum-dummmm ♫♫

Nicholas: Good morning, Scout!  Fancy a cuppa?

Scot-Michael: >Yawn< Best idea all day.

Nicholas: Bother...where did I put the creamer?

?: Here it is.  Allow me.

Nicholas: Lovely. There's a good chap.

?: Also, we're out of marmalade.  Might I suggest grape jelly for your toast?

The sweetness of the jelly will pair well with the Earl Grey.

Nicholas: Oooh, scrummy!

Scot-Michael: Lay on some toast, Nickels!

Scot-Michael: Who the heck...?

Nicholas: Haven't the foggiest!

Just WHO is that helpful, knowledgeable boy?

STAY TUNED!

School For the Sneaky

 

Holly Belle: Don't you just love this new dress?  I think it looks stunning on me!

Harriet: How on earth did she snatch that up so fast?

It literally just arrived in the mail!

Pamela: I've heard that she's been getting some instruction from Frank.

Harriet: Frank??  What does he know about fashion?

Pamela: Oh, nothing, obviously, but he's very good at getting things he wants.

Just substitute a dress for a cheeseburger and you'll understand what I mean.

EARLIER...

Frank: It's very important to keep your eyes peeled for incoming loot.

I use binoculars to watch for Daddies John and Steve on their way back from grocery shopping.

You'll also need to keep a lookout for the postie.

Holly Belle: Oooh, good point.

Frank: Sometimes you need to create a distraction.

Just say, loudly, that someone's at the door and they'll all go running.

Everybody's extremely nosy in this house.

Holly Belle: Aren't nosy people just the worst?

Frank: You can always go over to the fuse box and pull out one of these.  

Say that there's been a power cut, and in the ensuing chaos you can grab anything you want.

If you're questioned later on, just say you didn't want anything in the fridge to spoil.

Holly Belle: Not sure that would work for a dress or shoes, but I'll keep it in mind.

Meghan: I've got to hand it to you on scoring that new dress.

I'm actually a bit envious.

Holly Belle: It was all due to Frank.  That boy's a genius, in a devious sort of way.

He only looks dumb.

Meghan: Who would have guessed?

Gregoropolis Bio: Pete Dakota

 Daddies John and Steve are pleased to present the second entry in an occasional biographical series.  You follow their adventures, now get to know a little more about the Gregoropolis residents themselves!

Full name: Pete Dakota Gregor.  (Only Nicholas Sahara ever calls him 'Peter')

Birthday: 16 April

Daddy: John

Style: 1970-71 Brunette Turtleneck

Best Friend (Human): BR

Best Friend (Canine): Denali

with puppy Denali

Favorite Outdoors Game: Hide & Seek (is always the last to be found)

'Me Time' Activities: Painting and Reading

Favorite Artist: Gonzalo Endara Crow

Favorite Books: The Big Bug Mesa western series by Randolph L. Tumbleweed

Dressed as his literary hero, cowboy Monterey Jack

Biggest Fear: That the Christmas Elf will get him

Ever feel like you were being watched???

Proudest of: His Scottish heritage

Role within the Terrific Ten: Everybody's favorite little brother

Role within Gregoropolis: Zen Master

Pete Dakota was originally adopted by Daddy Steve, but Daddy John gave him his name and consequently took over his adoption.

Pete is the youngest of the Terrific Ten and normally quiet and shy but woe to anyone who interrupts him while he's in the middle of a painting project!  When life in Gregoropolis gets too loud, he will retreat to the western world of Big Bug Mesa and the adventures of his hero, cowboy Monterey Jack. He enjoys taking walks with his dog Denali, who is completely devoted to Pete--they can often be found out strolling with BR and his dog Annabelle.  Pete will pop up now and then with sometimes head-scratching bon mots of Zen wisdom.  

On the other hand, you have different fingers.