Jan Pierce, Freelance Writer

Finalist in Oregon Christian Writers 2014 Cascade Awards for a published article.

WELCOME TO THE EXPLOITS OF EDNA AND GERTIE
Edna and Gertie, two women of “a certain age” have been friends for over fifty years. But they couldn’t be more different in temperament. Edna is brash and sassy; Gertie is quiet and genteel.

Edna, now single after her rat of a second husband dumped her for a young floozy, is looking for a man. Gertie, widowed, is finding her way as a single. Edna is on a mission to get them “back in the game.”

Exploit One: Edna and Gertie Do Vegas
When Edna receives a phone call with the fabulous news that she’s won a trip for two to Las Vegas, she signs up, no questions asked. Gertie, the sensible one, smells trouble, but who can deter Edna when she’s ready for some fun?

“The whole trip, free to seniors, what’s not to like? Trust me, you won’t miss your Hallmark movies. We’re going to Vegas, Baby!”

Exploit Two: A Seniors Cruise to Nowhere
Gertie has a birthday coming up and boy, does Edna have a surprise in store for her! Edna’s Uncle Louie has died, leaving her a little something, so she’s shooting the wad on a surprise birthday party and an even bigger surprise trip for the both of them. The girls are going on a senior singles cruise to … nowhere.

Will our favorite ladies find love on the high seas?

Exploit Three: Edna and Gertie Ride the Range
The Seniors Cruise had been a bust in terms of love. The good news? It resulted in new friendships and the formation of the Posse—Edna and Gertie, the Osterman twins and Marvin. The whole posse has been invited by Marvin’s cousin, Bert, to a free weekend at Colorado Pines Dude Ranch. There will be tall, handsome cowboys and a chance for the Posse to reunite.

Join the girls for great grub, songs around the campfire and some surprising turns of events.