My niece, a different one than in the Reba the Mail Lady story, and her husband are expecting their first baby in the Fall. I wanted to buy a unique handmade baby gift so I went to the seaside market where all the local crafters sold their wares. Now that I think about it, ‘sold…
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Fool of Herself
I stopped into a store the other day hoping to find a bathing suit that covers everything it needs to and a little more. My family is getting together for the July 4th holiday and I don’t want to ruin their picnic due to my attire or lack thereof. I was worried about finding something that…
It’s About the Customer
Back in the day, my dad owned and operated a gas station that had a small grocery store in the back. It was the prototype for today’s Sheetz stores. My sister and I would go to work with him and hang out in the back with my grandma. While at work we learned to dust…
Causing a Stir with my Package
I am at the age where I’m starting to see the next generation birth their babies-well, not literally. A niece and her husband were the first to extend their family. They welcomed a new baby girl and as customary, I wanted to send a few little girly things to mark the occasion. Who knew that…
Consignment Kitty Call
I don’t own a pet. Our family had a dog, Buster, for 16 years. He filled a deep void and brought a lot of joy to our family but when he passed, we decided to remain petless. Well, I decided we would remain petless. An empty nest meant I would have to do all of…
Talk Deli to Me
My husband and I were having people over a few weeks ago for a house concert by the Steel Blossoms. I didn’t have time to make hors d’oeuvres so I decided to order them from the local chain grocery store deli. I picked up the catering brochure a week before, filled out the order form,…
My Fruit of the Womb 