Dilly and Dally are adorable! I bet the store doesn’t have a problem with mice. That’s funny that your cat tears up boxes. My cats just sit in them. If there’s only one box, they will take turns. If there

I love stores like that! It gets your imagination going about how to dress up your yard and garden. Is the tall hairy guy someone’ interpretation of Big Foot?

Thank you for the great explanation of your creative process, @litguru! That's very inspirational. I love to hear how different writers approach the craft.

I love this story so much, @litguru. Or should I say "novella"? I have to say, it hums along beautifully. Your masterful use of action and dialogue keeps the reader moving forward, and a therefore

The mushrooms love the rain! Wow, those delivery people are dim bulbs. Nothing fares well when left in a puddle or unprotected in a rainstorm.

Wow, that is a lot of rain. I hope you get a respite soon

I once helped to harvest olives on the island of Crete. I was in college, and this was on a trip with a group of students. The host family was so gracious and wonderful. I will never forget the amazing

This is an amusing and entertaining post! You are a good brother and you should be proud of your acts of generosity. And hooray $mdash; the end result was beer! The image of the toy octopus on your head

Thank you for the kind wishes!

The oil helps to maintain the integrity of the herbs. Otherwise they will dry out and get "freezer burn." Look for info online when you get a chance, @seki1. You can also butter.

Thank you, @silvertop! Yes it's a great way to deal with herbs that will otherwise spoil.

Yes, you're exactly right! Women are constantly refreshing their wardrobes for different seasons, events, and activities — from professional to casual to out on the town. It's very expensive. So these

Ooh! How fun. I love to think of my photos providing an inspirational color palette! I will check out the post you linked to. Thanks @shanibeer.

Me too! So silly. I adore Halloween decorations!

Thanks!

It's too bad I couldn't get out earlier in the day when the sun was lighting the trees on fire and the colors blaze so bright they hurt your eyes! Now it's Saturday and I have time, but it's cloudy!

Thank you so much for laughing, @itsostylish. I knew it would cause mixed emotions, but hoped at least a few people would see the humor in it! Listing on Etsy is a great idea. I may do that. But I just

I had to contribute a story for this one!

Thanks so much, @agmoore. I have to admit, it was cathartic to write this! If I was really feeling vindictive, I would have used the real business names. But I just wanted to vent it (pretty much giggling

Oh my gosh, @litguru, thank you for feeling my pain! I actually find the whole thing as amusing as it is annoying. But writing this made me realize that I am absolutely done with these businesses. In no