Everybody loves Mr. Grinch!

By David F. Rooney

It’s Christmas and everywhere you go there are wreathes, holly, candles, angles, snowflakes and other seasonal symbols. There are also plenty of Santa Clauses but so far, there is only one Mr. Grinch and he made an appearance at the Modern Bakery early Friday morning with close friend Arrow Heights Elementary teacher Laurel Russell.

“Hi David!” she said in an e-mail to The Revelstoke Current. “I was in the Modern Cafe this morning with my pal, Mr. Grinch. He created quite a sensation and a few photos. I thought you might enjoy them… I got everyone’s permission to send them to you! Laurel :)”

And here, without any further ado, are Laurel’t photos:

Who knew The Grinch was politically connected. Here he is hanging out with Whoville Mayor — uh better make that Revelstoke Mayor — David Raven. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
Who knew The Grinch was politically connected? Here he is hanging out with Whoville Mayor — uh better make that Revelstoke Mayor — David Raven. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
The Grinchster also appears to have good culinary taste, witness his friendship with Revelstoke Mountain Resort Chef Matthew. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
The Grinchster also appears to have good culinary taste, witness his friendship with Chef Matthew of the new Rockford Wok/Bar/Grill at Revelstoke Mountain Resort's Nelsen Lodge. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
Lucky Mr. Grinch — not only does he get a hug from Krista Cadieux he gets to hang out with Kevan McCroy. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
Lucky Mr. Grinch — not only does he get a hug from Krista Cadieux he gets to hang out with Kevan McCroy. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
Oh! The Grinch gets a couple of smackers from Heather Duchman and Chris McMillan. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
Oh my! The Grinch gets a couple of smackers from Heather Duchman and Chris McMillan. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
And last, but by no means least even though we don;t know who they are, Mr. Grinch brought a smile to the faces of this mother and child. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell
And last, but by no means least even though we don;t know who they are, Mr. Grinch brought a smile to the faces of this mother and child. Photo courtesy of Laurel Russell