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.

Going Crazy

Posted on March 20, 2016 by Sheila Moss

There’s a crazy woman loose who is an accident waiting to happen and a menace to society. Sadly, I must report that I am that crazy woman. It’s true. I’ve departed my senses and am waiting for the men with … Continue reading →

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Twelve Steps for Becoming Southern

Posted on March 19, 2016 by Sheila Moss

According to studies by Vanderbilt University and the University of North Carolina, only 70% of the people living in the South consider themselves Southerners. Sociologists attribute this to increased immigration and urbanization of the South. What do the newcomers think … Continue reading →

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Alpha Betta

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Sheila Moss

When my grandson was a small tike, we acquired a new pet at my house. After much discussion, my daughter had managed to talk my grandson out of a hamster – as long as he could have a fish instead. … Continue reading →

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Irish for a Day

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Sheila Moss

I had a feeling something was going on this morning when I looked in the mirror and my eyes were trying to smile. Then I remembered, it is St. Patrick’s Day. As I slip into my green outfit, I think, … Continue reading →

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Cat Fight

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Some people have to go to the wilds of the woods, explore nature trails, or go on camping trips to encounter wild animals. Around my place, we need go no further than the back door. Two neighborhood cats were fighting … Continue reading →

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Going to the Mountains

Posted on March 15, 2016 by Sheila Moss

When I was a child, our weekends were often spent “going to the mountains.” Daddy would say, “Let’s go to the mountains this weekend.” We kids would go outside and hide behind the garage. Mom would pack a picnic lunch, … Continue reading →

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Daylight Saving Time

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Sheila Moss

How do you know when it’s Daylight Saving Time, USA? You’re so sleepy that you can’t wake up and you jump out of bed thinking you have overslept! You stagger to the bathroom and fall over the dog that is … Continue reading →

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Want to Color?

Posted on March 12, 2016 by Sheila Moss

Remember when you were a kid and loved to color pictures of animals, trees, flowers or favorite story characters? Kids spent many happy hours coloring between the lines. It was fun to decide which color to use or to color … Continue reading →

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Are You Ready for a Red Corvette?

Posted on March 11, 2016 by Sheila Moss

  Since the first Corvette rolled off the assembly line in 1953, it has starred in TV shows, such as “Route 66,” received mention in songs (Beach Boys, Jan & Dean, Prince) and is glorified in it’s very own museum. It … Continue reading →

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The Interview

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Sheila Moss

I read with interest the notice in the office newsletter about a vacancy. I hadn’t been promoted in years. Although, I already had a great job where I was chained to a computer and forced to drink black coffee all … Continue reading →

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