Author Archives: Sheila Moss

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About Sheila Moss

My stories are about daily life and the funny things that happen to all of us. My columns have been published in numerous newspapers, magazines, anthologies, and websites.

Where There’s Smoke…

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Sheila Moss

It was a dark and stormy night. At least I think it was a dark and stormy night. At this point I can’t be sure. The only thing I can be sure of is that I am lucky to be … Continue reading →

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Survivor South

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Sheila Moss

After watching Survivor’s umpteenth episode on television the other night, it occurred to me that if these folks think they are survivors, they ought to live in the South where surviving has been more than a game; it’s a way … Continue reading →

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Eat Your Broccoli

Posted on October 23, 2017 by Sheila Moss

Once when he was on a state visit to Mexico, George W. Bush was taken to visit the ranch of the Mexican President. Seemed only natural to visit a ranch with George W. being from Texas and all. Wouldn’t you just … Continue reading →

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The Grocery Store Police

Posted on October 18, 2017 by Sheila Moss

We here at the Grocery Store Police are writing this letter to warn you. You probably have never heard of us and didn’t even know that we existed. Yes, we do exist! It is our job to watch shoppers and … Continue reading →

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Just Suppose

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Sheila Moss

Suppose the impossible became the possible. Suppose every daydream you have ever dreamed came true.  Suppose the boss said you are much to valuable to be doing the job you have; you deserve an immediate promotion and raise! Would you … Continue reading →

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Friday 13th… Pushing Your Luck

Posted on October 13, 2017 by Sheila Moss

Photo by Sašo Tušar on Unsplash Have you looked at the calendar today? It’s Friday, the thirteenth! You are NOT superstitious, of course, are you?  So, why miss an opportunity to prove it? Having an unreasonable fear of something for … Continue reading →

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The Redneck Kosher Hotdog

Posted on October 7, 2017 by Sheila Moss

The other day I was down in the “Boro” and decided to stop in at the Home Improvement Warehouse on the parkway to check for a light fixture. The light fixture in the bathroom has been blinking and winking for … Continue reading →

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The Scenic Train Ride

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Sheila Moss

While we were on vacation in Colorado, my sister was looking through travel brochures and found a narrow gauge train trip. “This should be fun,” she said, “Let’s do it.” I was already tired of sight-seeing. But anything would be … Continue reading →

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Rocks and More Rocks

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Sheila Moss

Last year I went on an auto trip to the state of Colorado. After crossing the flat nothingness of Kansas, we had our first glimpse of the Rocky Mountains, which seemed to spring up out of the plains like a blue … Continue reading →

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Table for Two

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Sheila Moss

Ever notice how obnoxious people do not know that they are being obnoxious? The other evening my honey and I were dining at this great little Italian place we know about. Good food, good service, reasonable prices, you know the … Continue reading →

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