Author Archives: Sheila Moss

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.

The Gas NON Crisis

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Previously published 2008-2016. Here we go again, folks. “An oil pipeline outage and fear of a gas shortage in Middle Tennessee,” media reported. Everyone was urged to maintain normal driving and fuel purchases to prevent unavailability. PANIC! Immediately phones started … Continue reading →

Posted in Automotive, Humor, News & Current Events | Tagged Don't panic, Drivers, Fill up gas tank, Gas Crisis, Gas lines, Gas panic, Gas shortage, Gas stations, Gasoline, Motorists, Panic, Price gouging | 3 Comments

I Want to go to Hershey

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Sheila Moss

I want to go to Hershey. Do you know where it is? If you can’t find it, just follow your nose. The whole town smells like chocolate and even the street lights look like chocolate kisses. What I really want, is … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Travel | Tagged Amusement parks, Conquering fear, Hershey Park, Racing coasters, Roller Coasters, Theme parks, Upside down, Wooden coasters, Woody | 12 Comments

Ery Ya Ready fer Sum Football?

Posted on September 15, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Many years ago, Nashville opened a new football stadium and became a major league city with a REAL football team and a REAL stadium. My son, gave his pre-purchased ticket to me saying that a pre-season game wasn’t worth worrying about, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Humor, Sports | Tagged Are you ready?, Cheerleaders, Coliseum, Fireworks, Football, Football fans, Football stadiums, Major league football, Show biz, Tennessee, Tennessee Titans, Well staged show | 3 Comments

Invasion of the Dandelions

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Once again it is time for chemical warfare. The dandelions arrived in my lawn and are joyfully celebrating with a spurt of growth ecstasy. I don’t know what it is about a dandelion that freezes my blood and turns me into … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Plants/Gardening | Tagged Dandelions, Flowers, Invasive species, Kill weeds, Lawn, Lawn care, Life in suburbs, Roots, Spray weeds, Weeds, Wildflowers, Yard, Yardwork | 7 Comments

New Girl at the Office

Posted on September 13, 2016 by Sheila Moss

There’s a new girl at the office. Her name is Janet Simons. Seems the boss hired her from a resume she sent out on the Internet. The boss really liked her assertiveness and thought she would be a great asset … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Technology, Work Humor | Tagged Anti-virus Software, Computer Programs, Computer Virus, Computer Worms, computers, Email Virus, Hackers, Infection, Information Systems, Janet Simons, Melissa, System Files | 4 Comments

Rocks Create a Tiny Art Movement

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Just when you thought it was safe to venture out of your house without being run down by the herds of Pokemon chasers, along comes a new fad. You will be relieved to know that this one does not involve … Continue reading →

Posted in Crafts/Hobbies, Entertainment, Humor | Tagged art, Art movement, crafts, Creating art, Designs, Fads, Free Art, Fun, hobbies, Painted rocks, Painted stones, Relieve stress, Rocks | 1 Comment

In Tribute – 9/11

Posted on September 11, 2016 by Sheila Moss

After the tragic events in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania on 9/11/2001, my column was suspended and replaced by this non-humor tribute written during the day of terror. In Tribute The world changed today. In a city far away planes … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays, Humor, News & Current Events | Tagged 2001, 9/11, America, God Bless, New York, Pentagon, Rememberances, September 11, Terrorism, Tributes, World Trade Centers | 5 Comments

Climbing Dunn River Falls

Posted on September 10, 2016 by Sheila Moss

I will never forget the last time I was in Jamaica. Yeah, it’s true – nobody believes me – but I’ve actually been there. I can hardly contain my enthusiasm at the thought of going back. Is that the Caribbean Island … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Travel | Tagged Adventures, American tourists, Caribbean, Climb waterfall, Climbing shoes, Dunn River Falls, Jamica, Rock climbing, Swift water, Tourist attraction, Tours, Waterfalls | 8 Comments

Graceland

Posted on September 9, 2016 by Sheila Moss

“I’m tired of staying home all the time,” I proclaimed. “I wanna do something this weekend.” “Well, what do you want to do?” “I want to go to Memphis and see Graceland,” I said. “I’ve never been there.” I was … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Humor, Travel | Tagged 1950's, Blue Suede Shoes, Elvis Presley, Gold Records, Graceland, Lisa Marie, Memphis, Music, Pink Cadillac, Rock and Roll, The King, Top Hit Songs | 9 Comments

The Ten-Hour Oil Change

Posted on September 8, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Drat! Just my luck! Getting ready to go out of town and the odometer in my car is on that 15,000 mile mark that means it’s time to change the oil. I’ve got a million other better things to do. … Continue reading →