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.

The Vacuum Cleaner

What can I do? What can I do? The vacuum cleaner is sitting there waiting for me. I hate to vacuum. It is one of the best “bad” inventions ever. I’ve tried all kinds of vacuum cleaners, but it doesn’t … Continue reading

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The Magic Watch

I made a complete fool of myself today. . . not that it is anything new. Usually, however, I do so with some notion that such an outcome is a possibility. Let me explain what happened. On my very first … Continue reading

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Senior Discounts

Ever since I hit about 55, I’ve been getting mail from AARP wanting me to join. No, absolutely not! I have this theory that if I don’t admit to being old, it will stop the clock from ticking. Anyhow, I don’t … Continue reading

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The Star Party

Some of my friends are highly educated and intellectual. They enjoy activities like going to lectures at the local university. For some time, they have talked excitedly about going to a “Star Party.” In the interest of keeping up with … Continue reading

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Hooked on eBay

I’m so tired I can’t hold my eyes open, but I can’t fall asleep. I might miss my final bid on eBay. It all started about a week ago when I decided that a turquoise and silver necklace would be … Continue reading

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A Love Gift

It’s Valentine’s and love is in the air. Dazzle your Valentine with love, wine and roses. But, face it, is that reality? ……Can we talk? You guys spent last weekend watching the SuperBowl, didn’t you? And the weekend before that, it was … Continue reading

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To the Complaint Department (With Love)

Dear Sir or Madam: I am writing in regard to the delay in shipment of my order for 14 dozen Olympic quality, ultra accurate, gold tip arrows. Perhaps you do not understand the urgency of the situation. I realize that … Continue reading

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Death by Taxes

I’ve managed to get things ready before April 15th without killing anyone. There is nothing I love better than doing my income taxes — unless it is getting a wisdom tooth extracted. The IRS doesn’t pull wisdom teeth, but it … Continue reading

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Car Talk

Of 2,000 people surveyed, half talk to their cars. A survey by British International Motor Sports found that nearly half of the 2000 people they surveyed talk to their cars. That wouldn’t be too bad, but forty percent believe that cars … Continue reading

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A Boy’s First Frog

My grandson stood in the open garage door looking out at the summer rain that had spoiled his plans to stretch the day by playing outside in the dark and maybe even chasing fireflies. Just as he was about to … Continue reading

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