Ginger the cat is the centerpiece of a lucrative entertainment and merchandising empire. A blue Christmas seems certain when his owner Katherine passes away right before Thanksgiving.<br><br>Katherine’s will appoints her loving and loyal groundskeeper Baily as executor, leaving estranged grandson Del livid. Since Del wasn’t around, it’s stipulated he must spend thirty days under the same roof as Ginger and Baily to get to know the cat as a loving companion, not just a commodity, in order to share in any inheritance.<br><br>As the men bond over the weeks leading into Christmas, Baily is unaware Scrooge-like Del is sneaking around, searching out cash and other valuables. Will they be able to make nice once Baily discovers Del’s naughtiness? Which list does Ginger end up on? And what will Katherine’s last gift to each man mean to their future?

Ginger Bread

“I’m asking you politely not to be in here.” Not quite as tall as Baily, and nowhere near as handsome, friendly, or soft spoken, he was fairer in coloring, with a shade of hair close to mine, though not as thick and lustrous. Maybe he needed a bath and a brushing. “All guests should be in the front room only.” 


When he motioned for Baily and me to move it along, I thought, Forget my image. Who the eff do you think you are?


“Yes. I’m Baily Hammond. I take care of Mrs. Swann…Took care of her and the estate.”


“Your services will no longer be required.


“I can’t just leave,” Baily said.


Chapter 3