Category Archives: Rants

Strongly worded, aggressive opinion

Adopting a Wildcat: Two Weeks from Hell

Posted on August 28, 2025 by Sheila Moss

I wanted a cat and I got one. I named him Shadow but should have named him Satan. He is a holy terror, a wildcat, part panther, I think. “He will settle down,” everyone says. It has been two weeks … Continue reading →

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Buzzwords We Love to Hate

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Sheila Moss

The post reflects on the impact of certain buzzwords that evoke strong reactions. The author critiques terms like “baby bump,” “photo bomb,” “BOGO sale,” “twerking,” “black ice,” and “bucket list” for their lack of clarity or humor. Ultimately, the author invites readers to share their own pet peeve expressions. Continue reading →

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Chasing the Sandman

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Sheila Moss

“Why, why,” I ask. “Why can’t I sleep like any normal person?” It’s natural. I’m tired. I need some good old restful sleep. Like 40 million other people, I have been cursed with insomnia. I either cannot go to sleep … Continue reading →

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When it rains it pours

Posted on August 4, 2023 by Sheila Moss

You have probably heard the old idiom “When it rains it pours.” meaning when something bad happens, other bad things usually happen at the same time. Well, this idiom has been stalking me for several months. It can’t possibly be … Continue reading →

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If I Had More Time

Posted on June 10, 2023 by Sheila Moss

If I had more time, I could chase dust bunnies under the bed and polish furniture until it shines. I would not have to hope no one comes by to visit because the floors are dirty, and I can’t remember … Continue reading →

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Bouncy, Bouncy

Posted on April 11, 2023 by Sheila Moss

Life is one painful day after another, or actually one painful night after another. I am unable to sleep more than a few hours at a time and have to keep the head of the bed raised to sleep at … Continue reading →

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How to Burn Down the House

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Sheila Moss

[Life is, shall we say, “interesting” at my house. In this little scenario, I am the mentioned mom. The narrator is almost anyone else in the house.] Burning down the house seems to be more of a potential possibility at … Continue reading →

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I Am Old

Posted on February 12, 2023 by Sheila Moss

I am old. I have fought the good fight for eternal youth, but sooner or later the clock catches up. My wrinkle cream no longer works except to moisturize my drying skin. My cosmetic surgery has begun to slide. Celebrities … Continue reading →

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Get Out of Dodge

Posted on November 5, 2022 by Sheila Moss

Usually I try ti stick to humor, but once in a while, I have to have my say. Agree or disagree if you want. I know there are many who think otherwise, but for Pete’s sake, people, it’s time to … Continue reading →

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The Winter Storm that Wasn’t

Posted on February 4, 2022 by Sheila Moss

I suppose I should be thankful that we dodged the bullet and did not get the ice storm that hit much of the South from Texas to Kentucky. I am thankful, but I am not thankful for all the panic … Continue reading →

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