Grand Fenwick and The Gay Pride Festival

On April 22, 2011, in Grand Fenwick Massachusetts, by Wilfried F. Voss

The idea of a Gay Pride Parade marching through the streets of Grand Fenwick, Massachusetts might not sit well with some of its residents, but a less accepting setting may be exactly what the organizers had in mind when they developed the proposal.

Grand Fenwick, Massachusetts and the Business World

On February 27, 2011, in Grand Fenwick Massachusetts, by Wilfried F. Voss

We are a business that is not in business to make business.

Grand Fenwick, Massachusetts and the Political Life

On January 27, 2011, in Grand Fenwick Massachusetts, by Wilfried F. Voss

Just the other day I drove my new BMW down on Main Street when a car, apparently operated by a woman, cut me off and continued to annoy me by driving about ten miles under the posted speed limit. I must admit, I have no solid evidence the driver was, in fact, of the female sort, but the erratic driving style was a dead give-away. It is my firm belief, that it would improve driving conditions in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts immensely if we were to deny drivers’ licenses to women.

Grand Fenwick, Massachusetts and the Meaning of Life

On November 28, 2010, in Grand Fenwick Massachusetts, by Wilfried F. Voss

Grand Fenwick had some potential for greatness during the first half of the last century, but with several large employers leaving town, the hope for a better life vanished quickly. As a matter of fact, Grand Fenwick is too far away from the next Interstate to have its own exit including the obligatory “Attractions” sign, and, honestly, if there were such a sign, it would be empty. Living in Grand Fenwick requires a strong stomach.

Grand Fenwick, Massachusetts and the Last Farewell

On November 9, 2010, in Grand Fenwick Massachusetts, by Wilfried F. Voss

Living in Grand Fenwick involves maintaining a love-hate relationship, but that is a story that shall be told another time. During the last ten years we had received, accepted and then rejected numerous offers for our house, wasted seven real estate agents on the way, until, finally, we had enough.

Greenfield, Massachusetts: Voting Is Schtunk!

On November 9, 2010, in Greenfield, MA, Politics in Greenfield, Massachusetts, by Wilfried F. Voss

Life in this little town of Greenfield, Massachusetts never ceases to amaze me! For a while, I analyzed Mr. Yarmac’s writing to find a hint of humor or sarcasm and categorize it as a bad joke. Unfortunately, that is not the case.

Don’t Bury My Heart In Greenfield, Massachusetts

On October 15, 2010, in Greenfield, MA, Neurotica, The C.A.V.E. people of Greenfield, Massachusetts, by Wilfried F. Voss

Coming back to my own mortality, when the time comes you may keep my brain if it helps in any conceivable way with keeping up the average IQ, but, please, do not bury my heart in Greenfield, Massachusetts.

75 Things Every New Englander Should Do

On September 15, 2010, in Life in New England, Lifestyle, by Wilfried F. Voss

Living in the heart of New England, without being a native New Englander, comes with a number of surprises, including some cultural clashes. In this case it doesn’t matter whether you came from Europe (like yours truly) or from California. I never imagined I would live in an American equivalent of Leonard Wibberly’s Duchy of Grand Fenwick, or even that a Chevy Chase movie like Funny Farm was not based on mere fantasy, but careful observation. Don’t get me wrong. I am thrilled to live here, and I am looking forward to all future twists and turns that will change my life to resemble that of the people of the Duchy of Grand Fenwick. See also my Life in Greenfield, Massachusetts section.

The CAVE People Of Greenfield And Their Politburo

We are now able to identify the C.A.V.E. people (C.A.V.E. = Citizens Against Virtually Everything) of Greenfield, Massachusetts. The C.A.V.E. people are a very aggressive minority of the population, thriving to preserve their established lifestyle. The term ‘politburo’ comes to mind due to the methods they use to reach their goal, which include harassment, distribution of falsified information, and turning a blind eye toward the low-income majority.

Greenfield, Massachusetts: Can The FCCMP Accept Checks From Walmart?

On September 8, 2010, in Greenfield, MA, Politics in Greenfield, Massachusetts, by Wilfried F. Voss

A check for $250 from Walmart was received by Cliff Fournier, coordinator of the Orange meal-site of the Franklin County Community Meals program. It was presented by store manager Ty Hapworth and Santa Lajole.