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Perry J. Greenbaum 🇨🇦 🦜's avatar

Arya and I are so pleased to read so much good news, including that Finnegan took his first solo flight. We are more than sure it was a joyous flight of freedom. To take to the air without any need to care.

Arya, who works as a flying instructor, says if Finnegan needs any flying instruction and tips, he is ready to help. Happy holidays to everyone at the condo. It seems, though, that rest and relaxation might be short lived. Another case, from across the pond, requires their attention.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Perry & Arya! Happy Holidays! You've made the detective story a better story because of your support and especially because of Arya's Avian expertise. We will relay the offer of flying instructions and tips to Finnegan and his freedom in the Farallones. The Critters are recharging their batteries for their next Big Case. You're right, it won't be long now!

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SquizzRadical's avatar

THE DEGUS AND CAPTAIN KANGAROO RAT!!! They started an organic garden! This really sounds like something my degus would do, if they didn’t keep eating my current garden! What a wonderful end to a fab story!!

Waiting very patiently for #2. :)

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Squizz! You and your wonderful degus have definitely made this a better story. Thank you for all of your input! It’s very encouraging to know that you enjoyed the ending. That’s a wrap. The Critters are furiously at work on #2, so please stay tuned for Jan 7! Happy New Year to you & the degus!

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April Whalley's avatar

Such a great series Heidi. I really loved it - thank you!

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The glossy postcards

reveal such happy endings

Tied up so neatly.

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Will the critter sleuths

head to me across the pond?

England welcomes you

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, April! You have helped make the series what it is and we have an incredible Haiku series! Thank you very much. The Critters are on their way, landing at LHR as we speak!

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April Whalley's avatar

Can't wait ❤️ hope I can provide Cultural. Clarification.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

We’re all ears if there’s anything you want us to know!

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Louise Haynes's avatar

This was so much fun, Heidi! Wishing you and all the critters a happy holiday and an adventurous 2025!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Louise! Thank you very much for reading! Happy New Year! Looking forward to more writing and songs in 2025!

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Kimber S Prewit's avatar

I went ahead and read this and soon I'll be going back to read the chapters I've missed. Great work Jasper Kitten, Chris, Star, and Jojo💜Looking forward to your next adventure!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Happy Holidays, Kimber & Kitties! Enjoy the whole novel and adventure! Thank you very much for reading and being here with us at Critters! Have a wonderful New Year!

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The Black Knight's avatar

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year my friend!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Knight! Wishing the a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Peace on Earth my friend and looking forward to more Terran adventures in 2025!

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The Black Knight's avatar

I pray 2025 is a grand year for Terran adventures :D

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Lois Thomson Bowersock's avatar

Hello Critters and Miss Heidi, This is Emily. The Bowersock Hounds and Cats here at Hound Hollow have chosen me to be their official k9 reporter. We are so thrilled that your Case of the Misplaced Priority Envelope has been solved and you helped so many other critters along your journey. We are strong advocates in helping other critters.

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a safe and healthy 2025.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Lois & The Bowersock Hounds & Cats! Merry Christmas one and all! Emily, thank you very much for your most excellent reportage. We look forward to providing you with more adventures and mysteries in 2025 and find your comments and insights completely and utterly invaluable. On behalf of the J Kitten, Sleuth & Purveyor of Bright Shiny Objects Detective Agency we wish you Happy Holidays and Peace On Earth!

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James Freitas's avatar

A wonderful ending, Heidi! I hope you and the critters have a merry Christmas

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, James! Merry Christmas and looking forward to more writing with you in 2025!

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Diana van Eyk's avatar

Aw, the wrap up -- and some foreshadowing of what is to come.

Thanks, Heidi and critters, for this engaging and fast paced story, and in advance for the story to come.

Have a lovely Christmas tomorrow, and all the best in 2025!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Diana! We very much appreciate that you have enjoyed the story and have read it all the way through as we wrote it! Lots more to come in 2025! Have a wonderful and safe holiday and may we find peace in the New Year.

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Diana van Eyk's avatar

You too, Heidi.

And yes, yes to peace.🌷

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mitch's avatar

Not reading it yet because of health i am two chapters behind .Just stopping in to say Merry Christmas to all Heidi and the critters . once i read will comment . hugs and peace to all

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Mitch! We've been sending healing vibes and are relieved to see you check in here. Merry Christmas to you and Lucy! Peace on Earth.

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Neil Barker's avatar

Excellent ending Heidi. Looking forward to learning more about the air-mail envelope! Book 2? ;)

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Neil! It means so much to us that you read along for the whole story! Definitely moving forward with Book 2 from the J Kitten, Sleuth & Purveyor of Bright Shiny Objects Detective Agency! They'll be back in January. Happy Holidays!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you so much, Kristin! I hope this Christmas has been incredible for you and your family. We are starting the deep deep dive into the next mystery! You’re entirely welcome for all of the interactions here, I’ve so enjoyed getting to know you this year and am looking forward to more exchange in 2025. I also want to say how proud I am for your growth as a writer and your willingness to try new forms. Well done, my friend.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

That is truly humbling, my friend. As for the xmas tree, ours is outdoors only.:)

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