Innkeeper Life

Mr. Ray, the orange tabby mascot of Main Street Inn, relaxes on the sunny patio for his summer edition of the Bow-Tie Dispatch, "Rules for Public Displays of Affection."

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Bow-Tie Dispatch No. 3

Guests think they're checking into a quiet bed and breakfast. What they don't realize is they're also agreeing to my Rules for Public Displays of Affection.

July 15, 2026July 6, 2026by MainStreetInnIn Bow-Tied Dispatch, Guest Favorites, Innkeeper Life

Two mugs raised in a toast at the Main Street Inn with overlay text reading “Still Going” reflecting on one year of stories and journaling.

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Journal Entry No. 13

We started with a simple idea. One year later, we’ve learned a lot about stories, guests, and why the little things matter.

June 1, 2026June 25, 2026by MainStreetInnIn Innkeeper Life, Mr. Ray, Porch Chats

Mr. Ray Parkville guide — orange tabby cat in bow-tie napping in sunny porch spot at Main Street Inn

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Journal Entry No. 5

A First-Paw Guide from Yours Truly... Mr. Ray
Parkville, According to Me (The One Who Runs This Place)

October 1, 2025March 31, 2026by MainStreetInnIn Guest Favorites, Innkeeper Life, Local Love, Mr. Ray

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