Time to lay aside the beer, pop, and chocolate malt (oh, no!) and pour yourself a snifter of brandy or scotch, because this has been a somber week in Lost Forest, and you may need serious drink to get through it. For one thing, it was a week without zany actions, goofball characters, and posturing dialog.

The week began as a happy Monday morning when Cherry pulled into Planet Pancake to share coffee and a gabfest with fellow underground gardener, Georgia <no-last-name>. After the requisite lame jokes came a question from Cherry about the status of the bees they rescued a while ago. Georgia was sorry to report that the bees suffered a near total loss due to Colony Collapse Disorder—possibly from varroa mites—which happens now and then for various reasons.

Cherry initially became despondent and looked like she was ready to drink the rest of that bottle of single malt scotch you have your hand around. I’d hide it, quick.  But Cherry then rallied and declared herself ready to assist Georgia in saving the remaining bees of Lost Forest. However, I’m not sure if Georgia had that on her mind. (thank you, if you caught this one)

Land bridges for animals is a good enough idea. At the same time, I can’t help but notice Mark’s remarks about animal-train accidents causing rail delays. Seems like we might see this excuse coming up.