Monthly Archives: December 2020

Salesman of the Years

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Sheila N

“I want to return this year.” “Why?” “It’s defective,” she replied. The salesman picked it up, shook it, checked the plug, then set it down on the showroom floor. “Why, what’s wrong with it?” he asked. “What’s wrong with it? … Continue reading →

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Auld Acquaintance(s)

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Sheila N

‘Tis the season to think of old friends. Which means long-serving, though we’re all in our 60s now. Which I know is no longer middle-aged, but to me is hardly elderly. Of course, I’m biased. I’m writing this whilst I … Continue reading →

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And to All a Good Night

Posted on December 23, 2020 by Sheila N

The turkey was stuffed, as were its final destinations. Enough white meat remained for Dolly to take some home to Leeds in a Tupperware box, and turn it into a curry for one on Boxing Day. That would still leave … Continue reading →

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Happy Bloody Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2020 by Sheila N

By noon on Christmas Eve, Millie Hubbard had lost her mobile, her shopping list, and her mind. She was still awaiting five Amazon packages; her husband Jason, who was supposed to be back from a face to face meeting after … Continue reading →

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Joe Bloggs and the Christmas Quest Moth

Posted on December 13, 2020 by Sheila N

The letter arrived on Sunday, 23 December. That was my first tip-off that something was wrong. Sunday post? Sure, it was nearly Christmas, but still … It had definitely been posted, rather than hand delivered. It had a stamp: an … Continue reading →

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