Lost 'Wild and Domestic' in Chattanooga
Description
On Friday around 6:20 pm I realized my copy of Wild and Domestic was missing. I was by the Walnut Street Bridge in downtown Chattanooga, after the sunset washed the river in orange. I had tucked the book into the front pocket of my jacket, but it slipped out as I paused to photograph a mural near the bridge. I retraced along Riverfront Parkway, calling out and checking benches and the grassy knoll where I sat for a moment. The pages are dog-eared and some margins contain quick sketches and notes that matter to me more than anything. It’s irreplaceable, and I’m hoping someone picked it up and kept it safe until I can get it back.
Approximate last-seen location
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How to safely get your item back
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