Natalie, 17, was recently diagnosed as having mononucleosis with hepatitis.

Two weeks into the miserable infliction, Natalie is resting uncomfortably at home. Her liver is enlarged and tender, throat swollen and inflamed. The high fever comes and goes and the headache is so painful that she couldn't tolerate having her hair combed. All in all, possibly the hardest part, according to Natalie, is having to refrain from pizza and spaghetti. She reports that she is currently living for the day when her Grandma makes her a cheese omelette, preferably with toast. "Grandma knows just how I like my omelettes", Natalie boasted. Her spirits are good and she is looking forward to grocery shopping when she recovers. In the meantime, Natalie is on leave from her job and plans to return to work in about a month.

DONUT GIRL JELLIED

Belle, 18, is relieved to be working more reasonable hours than required for donut duty. As the new semi-permanent day hours person, Belle will be making pizzas over the lunch period from 10 to 2.

BOTTOM BRACES INSTALLED; CHEWING CONTINUES

It is with great pride that I announce the successful masticulation of Samantha, 16, despite the installation of enough wire to bring in four satellite channels to a 1956 RCA Victor black and white TV. Samantha did decline the offer of a Charleston Chew, however she can still make short work of a slice of pizza. And that's what really counts!

NISSWA NEWS

OUT-OF-TOWN VISITORS

This Nisswa News reporter recently learned of a week-long family visit to the home of Aunt Jo by her cousin and his wife, Pete and Naomi, from Illinois. It was also reported that at the end of the visit Jo's house evidenced several modifications, including a new lamp and emptier closets. Pete is known to be a very capable electrician and repair man. Pete and Naomi have vacationed in the area during previous summers and their company is always enjoyed.

GARAGE SALE SELL OUT

A multi-family garage sale was held at the home of Aunt Jo this month. With the help of friends and relatives, Jo's sale was a roaring success. What wasn't bought up at ticket price was bartered away by Jo's cousin Pete.

NEW CAR SPOTTED

A brand new 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass sedan was spotted emerging from Aunt Jo's driveway by one of our alert young snoops last week. It is suspected that jo may be harboring two Cutlass sedans, but this has not yet been confirmed. Full story next issue.