by Diana Orgain | Jun 14, 2021 | Roundup Crew, Sneak Peek, Uncategorized
From Trigger Yappy Chapter One “The wine is smooth, right?” the stubbled face in front me asked. At the moment, it was difficult to discern any qualities the wine might have to offer. In a few days, I would report for my very first bookkeeper/purser assignment with Soleado Mexican Riviera Cruise Line. Last night had been my going away party and, regrettably, I’d over indulged. But this morning my sister, Rachel, owner of the Wine and Bark—a wine bar that catered to dog owners and their beloved beasts—had confessed that she had also indulged a bit too much. She wasn’t even able to get out of bed. She’d begged me to meet Hendrick, the proprietor of Verdant Vines, and select a few varieties to feature at the Wine and Bark. I suppose the feeling of guilt at abandoning my sister and Pacific Cove in favor of the Mexican Riviera was too much to bear, so I’d agree to meet Hendrick and taste test. I tapped on the laminated sheet of prices that lay between the wine vendor and myself. “I can’t make any money at these prices.” Hendrick shrugged. “I can knock a dollar off for you.” I nearly gagged on the, admittedly getting smoother by the sip, Merlot. A dollar off would barely put a dent in the price. Hendrick ignored my expression and carried on with his sales pitch. “We specialize in green energy. Verdant Vines owns a wind turbine that harnesses the power of the unique air currents that run through the Central Valley.” “Someone would need to be made of green to fork over the...
