Category Archives: Humor

Hamster Dance

Posted on October 20, 2018 by Sheila Moss

Ever since he was been old enough to walk, my grandson has wanted a hamster. He was drawn to the hamster cages in pet stores like a moth to the light. We had to pry him loose with promises. “When … Continue reading →

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Greased Lightning

Posted on October 16, 2018 by Sheila Moss

I was asked to watch my year-and-a-half-old granddaughter for only a few hours while my son and his wife were out. Of course, I was thrilled at a chance to have my sweet little granddaughter all to myself and spoil … Continue reading →

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The Worry Wart

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Sheila Moss

What is it that makes people worry way out of proportion to the reason for their concern? Some call it being obsessive. Some call it maternal instinct. I don’t really know how to define it; however, I think all mothers … Continue reading →

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The Pizza Place

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Sheila Moss

My partner likes to eat out. He is supposed to be on a diet, so I suspect that he just likes to eat out as an excuse to eat food he is not supposed to have. One night, as usual, … Continue reading →

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Self-Service World

Posted on October 5, 2018 by Sheila Moss

An acquaintance of mine mentioned how much he hated standing in line at the convenience market to pay for gas. Invariably there is someone buying lottery tickets and three packs of cigarettes — and then scratching off the tickets before … Continue reading →

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Storytelling Festival

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Sheila Moss

On one weekend each fall, the National Story Telling Festival is held in the mountains of East Tennessee. It is in a tiny town called Jonesborough, also known as the oldest city in Tennessee. It is a quaint little village … Continue reading →

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Bringing In Fall

Posted on September 29, 2018 by Sheila Moss

Are you in the mood for fall yet? I begin to start thinking autumn when the leaves need to be raked, and the days get a little nippy. It is “sweater weather.” Soon it will be time for cleaning out … Continue reading →

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The Walking Horses

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Sheila Moss

Several years ago we decided to go to Shelbyville to see the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration. Just like country music stars, these horses have their own award shows, and a following of enthusiasts, most of who drive campers and … Continue reading →

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The Hardware Hike

Posted on September 22, 2018 by Sheila Moss

In case you’ve missed me, I’ve been lost at a big box hardware store for three days. Why do they make those stores so big? I know they need a lot of room for their lumber, lawnmowers, and ceiling fans, … Continue reading →

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Citation from the Fashion Police

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Sheila Moss

NOTE FROM AUTHOR: I received a warning from the Fashion Police this week. Apparently, I am not up to codes with my fashion choices. I really must shape up before the Fashion Police drag me away. ———- Greetings: This is … Continue reading →

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