Category Archives: Crafts/Hobbies

The Giant-Sized Pumpkin

Posted on October 26, 2022 by Sheila Moss

My granddaughter was visiting and, as usual, moping around that she had nothing to do. Since computers came along, kids have the idea that they should be entertained 24/7, but even computer games become boring after a while. Kids need … Continue reading →

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The Tomato Festival

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Sheila Moss

“I’m tired of doing nothing,” I said. “We never do anything anymore except sleep, do chores, do errands, watch TV and go back to sleep. We need to do some fun things. We are in a rut.” “I’m ready what … Continue reading →

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A Writer’s Life

Posted on July 16, 2021 by Sheila Moss

A blog? Of course, I’m going to write in my blog. I always blog a few times a week. But first, I have to check my email. My inbox is overflowing, and I really need to delete the SPAM. I … Continue reading →

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Rubber Bands Fad

Posted on January 7, 2021 by Sheila Moss

Not too long ago, a fad among the elementary school set was — would you believe — the rubber band. Now the rubber bands they were going gaga over are not the ordinary brownish ones that probably come to mind … Continue reading →

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Great Pumpkin Test

Posted on October 26, 2019 by Sheila Moss

Most people don’t know this, but when my kids were small, I became rather adept at carving jack-o-lanterns. I thought that I could put away the carving tools when I became older and just make pumpkin pies or pumpkin bread, … Continue reading →

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The Starving Artist Art Sale

Posted on August 6, 2019 by Sheila Moss

“Starving Artist Art Sale this weekend. Real oil paintings at bargain prices!” Okay, I’ll admit it. I was sucked in by a television commercial. Usually, I just ignore this stuff. I know the art isn’t really “art,” just cheap imitations. … Continue reading →

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Hand Painted

Posted on March 9, 2019 by Sheila Moss

It must be my age. After I finish one project, I can’t seem to remember how much trouble it was. I look only at the results and next thing I know, I’m planning another. I’ve had my eye on our … Continue reading →

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On Writing Humor

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Sheila Moss

Recently I’ve received a number of requests from high school students about how to write humor. I only seem to receive such fan mail when it is time for term papers. I’ve concluded that a high school teacher somewhere is … Continue reading →

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HumorScope for Today

Posted on February 25, 2018 by Sheila Moss

What’s in the stars for today? While we admit our zodiac is bit cracked, we have nevertheless consulted the stars to deliver a personalized astrological prediction just for the readers of this blog. Any resemblance to an actual horoscope reading … Continue reading →

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Twelve Easy Steps for Wrapping Perfect Gifts

Posted on December 10, 2017 by Sheila Moss

You too can have beautifully wrapped holiday gifts without paying department store gift- wrapping prices. Wrapping gifts is not that difficult and is something anyone can learn with a small amount of effort. 1. Get a sturdy box for the … Continue reading →

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