First before we get to the funny stuff, let’s get the writer stuff out of the way. I submitted my first contemporary to my editor and am shaking in my books. Contemporary romance didn’t seem to flow from my fingers to the keyboard like paranormal does, but I got this idea in my head and had to put it to paper. So, we’ll see…
Second, SHELLEY GOT A KICK-A$$ REVIEW on FANCY FREE from Ellora’s Cave. In fact, it’s been Joyfully Recommended. Visit Joyfully Reviewed to read the review.
Now, for the Idiot Sightings:
Beware, They Walk Among Us! (This was at the Ford dealership in Canton , Mississippi) When my husband and I arrived at an automobile dealership to pick up our car, we were told the keys had been locked in it. We went to the service department and found a mechanic working feverishly to unlock the drivers side door. As I watched from the passenger side, I instinctively tried the
door handle and discovered that it was unlocked. ‘Hey,’ I announced to the technician, ‘its open!’ His reply, ‘I know. I already got that side.’
They Walk Among Us!
I walked into a Starbucks with a buy-one-get- one-free coupon for a Grande Latte. I handed it to the girl and she looked over at a little chalkboard that said ‘buy one-get one free.’ ‘They’re already buy-one- get-one-free, ‘ she said, ’so I guess they’re both free’. She handed me my free Lattes and I walked out the door.
They Walk Among Us!
One day I was walking down the beach with some Friends when one of them shouted, ‘Look at that dead bird!’ Someone looked up at the sky and said, ‘Where?’
They Walk Among Us!
While looking at a house, my brother asked the real estate agent which direction was north because, he explained, he didn’t want the sun waking him up every morning. She asked, ‘Does the sun rise in the North?’ When my brother explained that the sun rises in the East, and has for sometime, she shook her head and said, ‘Oh I don’t keep up with all that stuff.’
They Walk Among Us!!
I used to work in technical support for a 24/7 call center. One day I got a call from an individual who asked what hours the call center was open. I told him, ‘The number you dialed is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.’ He responded, ‘Is that Eastern or Pacific time?’ Wanting to end the call quickly, I said, ‘Uh, Pacific.’
They Walk Among Us!
My sister has a lifesaving tool in her car designed to cut through a seat belt if she gets trapped. She keeps it in the trunk.
They Walk Among Us!
My friends and I were on a beer run and noticed that the cases were discounted 10%. Since it was a big party, we bought 2 cases. The cashier multiplied 2 times 10% and gave us a 20% discount.
They Walk Among Us!
I couldn’t find my luggage at the airport baggage area, so I went to the lost luggage office and told the woman there that my bags never showed up. She smiled and told me not to worry because she was a trained professional and I was in good hands. ‘Now,’ she asked me, has your plane arrived yet?’
They Walk Among Us!
While working at a pizza parlor I observed a man ordering a small pizza to go. He appeared to be alone and the cook asked him if he would like it cut into 4 pieces or 6. He thought about it for some time before responding. ‘Just cut it into 4 pieces; I don’t think I’m hungry enough to eat 6 pieces.’
and they Reproduce,
and Worst of all
…..they Vote!












Oh, TJ, your idiot sightings totally cracked me up. Love the airport one. As for your contemporary, I bet it’s awesome, and will keep my finger’s crossed for you.
by Cathy M April 2nd, 2008 at 3:24 pmAw, thanks sweet pea ;D
TJ
by TJ Michaels April 2nd, 2008 at 5:14 pmI love contemporary. I’m sure yours will be great. Good luck.
The idiots….really cute. I know some of those people.
by Janet H April 2nd, 2008 at 6:02 pmGood luck with your submission.
by Kris April 3rd, 2008 at 8:59 amLOL those were too funny (and sad at the same time)
Hey Janet,
Girlfriend, ain’t it the truth! I know some of those people, too. In fact, I’m sure I I’m related to at least few of ‘em ;D
TJ
by TJ April 3rd, 2008 at 11:21 amAw, thanks, TJ! I was thrilled with my recommended read.
LOL - at least they keep the rest of us amused.
I’m sure you’re being hard on yourself TJ. I bet your contemporary story will kick butt
by Shelley Munro April 4th, 2008 at 12:26 am