Bump In The Road...

On the road to Zapp Hall Antique Show,

there have been some bumps in the road.

We just had a major bump this week.

I am playing catch up here,

so I don't have time to explain right now.

How about a quick scenario?

Sick dog

Lurch takes dog to vet

Lurch and sick dog gone long time

Daughter-in-law goes to vet

Finds Lurch and dog in car

Lurch in diabetic coma

Car doors are locked

Emergency workers everywhere

Break out car window

Blood sugar 29

Tubes, IVs, injections

Very shaken daughter-in-law

Very breezy car

Very upset dog

Very lucky husband

So, as you can see, life has been busy here.

Yet, there is life.

And a new car window.

And a husband and dog in recovery.

Yes, we are continuing down the road.

We are a few days behind in our travel plans.

We make adjustments and keep on route.

Our next three days will be extremely busy

playing catch up...

but we will get there!

Can't wait to see all my wonderful friends!

Be There!

September 24-October 2

Be There or Be Square!

You Are Invited To A Blog Party!

Listen, I don't know about you,

but I listen to Debbie of Trash Talk!

I do what she tells me!

I suggest you do the same!

You know what she is telling

you right now?

(Hi, Cher, Mindy and Debbie!)

Debbie is telling you...

yes, you...

she's pointing right at you...

that you better be coming to the

BLOG PARTY at Zapp Hall!

When Debbie points that finger at you,

I suggest you do it!

When is the BLOG PARTY?

It is Sunday, September 26 at 6pm.

Where is the BLOG PARTY?

Right in front of ZAPP HALL...

which is THE PLACE TO BE

duringTexas Antique Week in

Round Top and Warrenton.

What is a BLOG PARTY?

It is a fun opportunity for bloggers

to finally meet face to face!

Some wonderful friendships

started right at this BLOG PARTY!

Do I need to bring anything to

the BLOG PARTY?

Hostess Theresa (more about her later)

has asked party goers to bring

a finger food for the party.

Theresa (I'm gettin' to her, be patient)

has issued a fun challenge to us junkers.

The challenge?

Bring your snack in a fun junk container!

The most creative food container WINS A PRIZE!

Sounds like fun, huh?

I just have one word of warning....

Look out for these two women!

They may look innocent,

but don't be fooled!

Mindy and Debbie will be out to win...

and they are two creative souls!

Finally...

now who is the BLOG PARTY

hostess with the mostest?

This pretty woman...

Theresa Cano of

Garden Antiques Vintage!

Yes, the BLOG PARTY is the brain child

of this creative woman.

The BLOG PARTY is held at her tent

which is right in front of Zapp Hall.

Theresa has hosted this event for years now

and she does a bang up job of it!

You don't have to register to come

to the party...just come!

However, if you would like to register,

go HERE.

Theresa always has wonderful surprise guests

for her partying bloggers!

Wonder who we will get to meet

this year?

Just look for her lovely face,

introduce yourself

and enjoy her fantastic party!

You might even walk away with

the big prize!

So, come on out to Theresa's BLOG PARTY...

at party central!

And while you are there with your

bestest blogging buddies,

take a dozen steps over to

Pent-Up Photos

and have your group photos made!

We will put you and your friends

"over the moon"...

literally!

Pent-Up Prom Photos!

You are headed to the

Zapp Hall Antique Show

...aren't you?

If you have ever attended this show,

I know you will be back!

It is totally addictive!

It is not just about the antiques,

it is about

The Experience!

Don't forget to circle

September 30th

on your calendar!

Why?

The Junk Gypsy

Junkorama Prom!

Do you have your dress ready?

Or maybe you prefer to go in

full cowgirl style!

It doesn't matter how you go...

just go!

And when you are at the prom,

get your prom photo made...

at Pent-Up Photos!

The Pent-Up Tent is just

a few steps away from the prom.

We are located outside Zapp Hall.

Dance your way over for a photo!

You can carry your photo away with you

or we will mail it to you!

We will be open LATE on prom night

for your convenience.

Stop by and share a cold beverage!

Let us make your junkorama prom

photo a Texas tradition!

Al Broussard - Back Door Blues

Got lots of work to do today,

so gonna leave you with

one of my favorite musicians...

the late, great

Al Broussard

of New Orleans!

Dove Hunting in Texas

I know that some of you may be shocked

that this post is about hunting.

Do I agree with the sport of hunting?

No.

However, being raised in Texas makes

many members of my family hunters.

Here are some photos of the grandkids

on a dove hunt with their Daddy last weekend.

Tango is making sure that the

dove is dead...

really, really dead.

Nice looking double barrel shotgun, Tango!

Madisyn carried her "pretty little bird"

around for hours.

She even tried putting a

band-aid on its wing.

That is so sweet...

and so, so sad.

Cash was just working on trying

to stand up...

so he could get in on the action!

Most of my readers from Texas

will totally understand these photos.

If you are opposed to hunting, like I am,

just look at my cute babies!

Two, Two... Two Stories in One!

I'm so far behind, I thought I was first!

I have been playing hooky.

I admit it.

Shoot me...

please.

I am in the middle of preparing

for a new adventure in life

and have not used my time wisely...

what a surprise.

Okay, I skipped last week

and I feel terribly guilty,

so I am posting two stories today...

last week's assignment

and this week's assignment.

For those of you who are joining us

for the first time, you may be wondering

about Saturday Centus.

What is Saturday Centus?

It is a themed writing meme.

Each Saturday, Ms. Matlock will give

a writing prompt.

Your assignment...

if you choose to accept it...

is to write a 100 word story.

Yes, 100 words or less...

not including the "prompt words".

Oh, and the prompt words can

be used anywhere in your story!

Sounds like fun, doesn't it?

The writing prompt is good for the entire week,

so you can join in at any time!

Since I haven't had enough time

to post on Saturday Centus,

I certainly don't have enough time

for a clever introduction.

So here they are.

________________________________________________________

THIS WEEK'S PROMPT:

It was a dark and stormy night.

His survival instinct kicked in. He knew his life was on the line. One slip of the tongue could result in fiery hell.

The interrogator showed no mercy. Answer or die. It was as simple as that.

His mind was blank. He mustn’t let confusion show.

“Do you even remember that day?” the interrogator asked through clenched teeth.

“Yes, I do!” he sputtered. “It was a dark and stormy night.”

The minute he uttered those words, he knew it was over.

The interrogator smirked and turned out the lights.

“If you ever forget our anniversary again, I will hurt you.”

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LAST WEEK'S ASSIGNMENT:

Take any other SC stories (yours or someone elses) and using ANOTHER 100 WORDS...tell us the "rest of the story".

Please copy and paste the first story so we can read both entries easily.
So...
A 100 word story that tells the rest of any previous Saturday Centus!

"Case Solved"

Part One

I had never been more tired. I couldn’t relax. I couldn’t sleep. If I closed my eyes, I saw the horror of the most gruesome crime scene I had ever investigated. What kind of animal could do those perverted, sadistic things to women? I knew I should be out looking for him, but my investigation was at a dead end. My mind needed a break. My feet needed some rest.

I settled into the comfortable movie theatre seat with awkward 3D glasses perched on my nose, a small tub of popcorn on my lap, and a bottle of water lodged into the cup holder, and I felt my body begin to relax. It felt like my exhausted body was melting in the chair.

Then I felt his hot breath on the back of my neck.

Part Two

“Excuse me, mam, did you drop these?” he whispered into my ear.

I froze in place moving only my eyes to see the recognizable object in his hand.

I tried to slow my breathing to hide my emotions.

“Those are not mine,” I replied without ever turning my head to meet his eyes.

Had he followed me here?

I jumped as he slowly teased the object across the back of my neck.

“Give me my panties!” I said as I snatched them from his hand.

“Then don’t leave them on my floor,” he laughed as he kissed my cheek and put a sheltering arm around my shoulder.

Breaking News!

Part Two...

Yes, I'm talking on the

party line!

I'm telling you, my friend...

I'm letting the cat

out of the bag!

I am going to have a booth

at Warrenton/Round Top

for Texas Antique Week!

I know, I know...

even I am surprised!

You got a problem with it?

Don't be scared for me...

even though I must admit

that I am a bit scared myself!

You think I'm in danger?

Could be.

I have been known to

live my life on the edge.

Remember that post about taking

the safe path or the path to freedom?

I'm not taking the safe path,

but, at least, I picked some good friends

to make me feel safer...

Yep, I will be located with the

great people of Zapp Hall

for the Zapp Hall Antique Show!

I will be in a tent space right

outside the main hall.

Well, I won't be in this tent because

that is Theresa's tent,

but you will have to visit her too!

I also hope to be close to this

Zapp Hall landmark!

You know what this landmark has?

Cold beer and great food

and Mindy, Robelyn

and Debbie for neighbors!

(Yes, it is true that Debbie will be AWOL

for the Fall Show but she will be back

with a vengeance for the Spring Show!)

Want to know more about my booth?

It will be different!

Stay tuned for part three...

Big Announcement!

May I have your

attention for the

following

announcement?

Drum roll,

please...

Stay tuned for part two...