Day: January 18, 2025

My Inventions

If you could un-invent something, what would it be?

I have invented a few nifty things. Sadly, some smart-alec always beat me to it. I invented a nesting meatloaf pan with holes in the bottom to drain into its companion pan below. Next, I invented a counter-top kitchen computer for recipes and all kinds of cooking information. Ditto!

Finally, I got smart and started looking on Amazon before putting too much effort into my inventive plans. Most of the time my items are already on there and can be delivered tomorrow.

I need to sue Amazon for idea theft.

The Dead Pony, the Warped Kid, and the World’s Most Horrible Mother

horse_puns_aglore____by_alexandrabirchmoreThe phone rang one day.  Without introduction, I heard the familiar, deep voice of one of my son’s friends.  “Miss Linda, is that story about the pony true?”

“Yep!”  The last thing I heard was gales of laughter as I hung up.

If you are the sensitive type, skip this story.

Many years ago when my son was young, we were hauling a load of tree trimmings to the landfill.  As my husband backed the truck up to unload, I spotted a dead pony, bloated with all four legs stuck up in the air.  Without thinking, I said, “Hey, John.  Do you want a pony?”

Of course he said, “Yes!”

“Well, there’s one right over there!”

“Wahhh!!!!!”

I swear it was not intentional.  Sometimes I think there is a disconnect between my brain and my mouth!

This is for you, Lee Perkins