Monthly Archives: August 2016

Opry at the Ryman

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Well, I did it again. I went to the Grand Ole Opry. Just shut up about it – this is Nashville, after all. Cheapest entertainment in town – they really give your money’s worth with a long continuous show. Ticket … Continue reading →

Painting the Town Green

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Sheila Moss

In the continuing saga of home ownership, it becomes obvious from time to time that certain menial tasks are necessary for maintenance and often such tasks are not worth the time and expense of hiring a professional. Such was the … Continue reading →

Posted in Home, Humor | Tagged Decorating, home maintenance, Latex, Oil-based paint, paint, Painting, Refinish, semi-gloss, Soap & water, Sticky paint, Turpentine, Wrought iron furniture | 4 Comments

NFL Fever

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Sheila Moss

A severe affliction is sweeping the nation. It manifests itself in the fall of the year in a mysterious syndrome which usually lasts until about February, although in a few especially vulnerable people, it has been known to continue in … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Sports | Tagged Football, Football funny, football games, football humor, Football on TV, Football season, Football teams, NFL, Sports, Sports fan, Sports talk, Super Bowl, Touchdown | 2 Comments

Election-Go-Round

Posted on August 27, 2016 by Sheila Moss

I want this election to be over. I’m tired of an election circus that continues to drag on and on. I want to be able to see the news on TV without having to hear all the accusations, denials, and just plain … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, News & Current Events, Rants | Tagged Democracy, Donald Trump, Election, Election polls, Emails, Hackers, Hillary Clinton, Key states, Mexican border, Politics, Presidential election, Voting | 10 Comments

Ode to Cigarettes

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Sheila Moss

I hate being a non-smoker. It is so boring! It occurred to me the other day that I really would be a lot happier if I smoked. When someone says “good morning” to me, I cannot just ignore him … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Humor, Work Humor | Tagged addictions, Behaviors, Cigarettes, excuses, Habits, Jitters, Nicotine, Smokers, Smoking, Stimulants, Tobacco use | 7 Comments

Bless the IRS

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Sheila Moss

There it was in my mailbox. The dreaded official looking envelope with the hateful return address, “Internal Revenue Service.” What could this be, I wondered? A thank you letter from my Uncle Sam? No, he doesn’t send thank you notes … Continue reading →

Posted in Finance, Humor | Tagged CPA, Deductions, Income taxes, IRS, Quarterly payments, Receipts, Self-employment, Tax audit, Tax payer, Tax preparer | 9 Comments

A Yankee in Nashville

Posted on August 24, 2016 by Sheila Moss

A fellow humorist and writer always looking for a easy pun, made an interesting comment the other day: We would love to go visit my niece in Nashville, but I’m afraid we probably wouldn’t all fit in her apartment and we’re … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Southern Humor, Travel | Tagged 2nd Street Nashville, Country music, Grand Ol' Opry, mobile homes, Nashville, Opryland Hotel, Tennessee, Titans' Stadium, Tootsies Orchid Lounge, Tourism, trailers, Wild Horse Saloon | 2 Comments

Dollywood Dolly

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Hooray for Dollywood! Okay, I got that out of the way. Just had to say it. I did it, went to the Mecca of Tennessee tourism, the redneck Disney World, Dollywood, number two tourist attraction in the state in be-u-ti-ful … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Southern Humor, Travel | Tagged Disney World, Dixie Stampede, Dolly Parton, Dollywood, Family entertainment, Family shows, Rollercoasters, Sevierville TN, Smoky Mountain National Park, Tennessee, Themeparks, Tourish attractions | 2 Comments

Brand New Woman

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Everybody could use less stress, so I’ve formulated a plan. Yes, I’m gonna get the stress outta my life. I’m gonna be a brand new woman in 12 easy steps: Before I can take care of anyone else, I have to be … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Humor | Tagged Compliments, Control freak, Fixing people, Flexibility, Giving praise, Self-medication, Setting Goals, stress, stress relief, Taking a break, Under pressure, Unwinding, Worrying | 2 Comments

The Brown Bag Crisis

Posted on August 21, 2016 by Sheila Moss

My honey was on a diet. He was doing pretty good, losing weight, and wasn’t too cranky any more since he got used to it. It was a nutritionally planned and balanced sort of thing, not a crash diet. He … Continue reading →