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Does ANYBODY Know What Time It Is? (When the nearby Time Zone Boundary Line confuses your clocks…)

Published on August 12, 2021

Does ANYBODY Know What Time It Is? (When the nearby Time Zone Boundary Line confuses your clocks…)

When we first moved here, a contractor who was coming at a certain time of day asked me, "Eastern or Central?" Duh, dude! Eastern. It didn't take me long to figure out why he asked me that...…

A VERY Intelligent Wasp Sends Me to Urgent Care

Published on August 6, 2021

A VERY Intelligent Wasp Sends Me to Urgent Care

As I continued to scrape my fingernails deeply and repeatedly across my entire foot, I responded, "Sure! A shot. A serrated knife. Whatever you can grab is fine. But please do it really fast because I AM GOING INSANE!" She gave me a funny look, and...…

The Monday From HELL

Published on July 29, 2021

The Monday From HELL

Three disturbing phone calls in a period of 10 minutes...…

How I Survived Covid-19 with Home Remedies PROVEN BY SCIENCE

Published on July 22, 2021

How I Survived Covid-19 with Home Remedies PROVEN BY SCIENCE

The antibody test came back this week. POSITIVE. It started one afternoon with a tickle in my throat. I thought it was allergies...…

The Monster Hiding in Our Garden…

Published on July 15, 2021

The Monster Hiding in Our Garden…

A monster that grows to monstrous proportions AND BITES!…

Wait Just a Dadgum Minute! Tornadoes Travel on Mountains?!

Published on July 8, 2021

Wait Just a Dadgum Minute! Tornadoes Travel on Mountains?!

He continued, "When them twisters hit, you come RIGHT HERE! Got that? Southwest Corner. Underground. Safe space!" He turned, and went back to work. GAH!!!…

It’s Pretty Obvious That the Hurricane Gods are FOLLOWING US

Published on July 1, 2021

It’s Pretty Obvious That the Hurricane Gods are FOLLOWING US

We've lived in the far northwest corner of Georgia all of six weeks and we've already had...…

Blew Out My Ribs Coughing…

Published on June 24, 2021

Blew Out My Ribs Coughing…

I woke up one morning last week with awful pain between two of my ribs on my front, left side...…

NEED GREEN THUMB ADVICE, PLEASE – Best Seeds to Plant Late in the Season?

Published on June 18, 2021

NEED GREEN THUMB ADVICE, PLEASE – Best Seeds to Plant Late in the Season?

Since we moved here late in the planting season, and since we were then sick for two weeks, we're VERY late in getting seeds in the ground. We have planted giant pumpkins (not for eating - for FUN!), sweet onions, green onions, and herbs. But, that's all so far. My question is...what can we plant this late in the season that we can still harvest before the first freeze in October?…

Down With a BAD Flu

Published on June 11, 2021

Down With a BAD Flu

Once I started feeling better, I made the mistake of watering the garden, planting some onions, doing three loads of laundry...…

Play “Name the Scary Bug” and you might win a free book publishing package from Booklocker!

Published on June 2, 2021

Play “Name the Scary Bug” and you might win a free book publishing package from Booklocker!

Georgia has a seemingly infinite variety of scary creepy crawly things. We've been taking lots of pictures of what we've discovered (not only outdoors, but INSIDE as well), and we thought it would be super fun to have a contest today...…

Rear-Ended by Leadfoot Leona in Alabama!

Published on May 26, 2021

Rear-Ended by Leadfoot Leona in Alabama!

I jumped into the road in front of her truck, waving my arms, and yelling, "OH NO NO NO NO NO! You are NOT LEAVING!!"…

Move is On Hold Because WE CAN’T BUY GAS!

Published on May 13, 2021

Move is On Hold Because WE CAN’T BUY GAS!

I texted our daughter. It was after midnight but she called me immediately, saying, "Mom, it's really bad." She lives in a very small town in Georgia and...…

The Smell of Sharpies is STUCK in My Nose and Brain

Published on May 5, 2021

The Smell of Sharpies is STUCK in My Nose and Brain

They all looked kinda scared when I started pulling random things out of the pantry and fridge. Each night, I tell them, "We gotta eat it all! Waste not, want not!! Isn't this fun?!" They don't think so...…

For the First Time in 24 Years, I’m About to….

Published on April 29, 2021

For the First Time in 24 Years, I’m About to….

We stocked up on groceries (including microwave popcorn and Milk Duds), cleaned the townhouse, bought some new books, and researched some good movies to watch...…

Driving Backwards Down the Freeway…and Bionic Bumblebees

Published on April 23, 2021

Driving Backwards Down the Freeway…and Bionic Bumblebees

The driver of an 18-wheeler to my right laid on his horn, and waved wildly at us. What the HECK?!?!…

24 Hours in HELL! Are the Sellers Moving Out or NOT?!?!

Published on April 14, 2021

24 Hours in HELL! Are the Sellers Moving Out or NOT?!?!

We kept laughing about that April Fool's joke until Saturday morning, when I received a REAL email from our realtor that was eerily similar to the fake one Brian had created...…

Lowly Renters Get No Respect!

Published on April 7, 2021

Lowly Renters Get No Respect!

I just don't understand people... In fact, I'd far prefer to socialize with a "lowly renter" than a snotty, big-headed homeowner any day!…

Best April Fool’s Joke EVER!! – by Angela Hoy and Brian Whiddon

Published on April 1, 2021

Best April Fool’s Joke EVER!! – by Angela Hoy and Brian Whiddon

This was when we picked up the phone to Facetime with her. My face was red and my eyes and cheeks were wet from laughing so hard. She thinks I've been crying! …

Almost Water Blasted Right Out of Bed + A TORNADO!!

Published on March 25, 2021

Almost Water Blasted Right Out of Bed + A TORNADO!!

It only took a nanosecond for me to realize there was a guy standing ON THE ROOF outside of the bedroom window, holding...…

We Got the House We Wanted!

Published on March 18, 2021

We Got the House We Wanted!

After those disappointments, one night, when I was up way past my bedtime, I accidentally changed the search parameters in realtor.com and...…

Moving is EXHAUSTING!

Published on March 4, 2021

Moving is EXHAUSTING!

Since my broken toe (from November) still throbs on occasion (when it's about to rain), I volunteered to watch the two grandbabies in the office. To be completely honest, my toe didn't hurt a all that day. (Sssshhh! Don't tell!!) I got the BEST job of the day!!!…

To Georgia and Back…in Only Four Days!

Published on February 26, 2021

To Georgia and Back…in Only Four Days!

When we took a walk the first evening, we heard no traffic noise, no sirens...no nothing! Well, there was a flock of geese flying overhead that made quite a racket. At dusk, the frogs in a nearby pond started up a grand chorus.…

Things are Crazy Nuts Here!

Published on February 19, 2021

Things are Crazy Nuts Here!

Yesterday, we made an offer on a house in far northwest Georgia, in the mountains, and the offer was accepted today. Now, we are drowning in paperwork...…

Let It Snow…and Snow…and Snow… Enough Already!!!

Published on February 5, 2021

Let It Snow…and Snow…and Snow… Enough Already!!!

We woke up in the morning, and it was 9 DEGREES!!!…

What Do You Do When Your Florida Kid Asks for “Snow” for Christmas?

Published on January 28, 2021

What Do You Do When Your Florida Kid Asks for “Snow” for Christmas?

After reading yesterday morning that a snowstorm was predicted to hit Beech Mountain on the day of our arrival, we scrambled, and managed to leave Florida two days early. We'll be all settled in by tomorrow afternoon. The snow will begin on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday, the snow is supposed to turn to ice...…

When Your Vehicle Starts Dropping Metal Chunks on the Road, But It STILL RUNS!

Published on January 20, 2021

When Your Vehicle Starts Dropping Metal Chunks on the Road, But It STILL RUNS!

The bubbling became cracking. And, the cracking eventually turned into metal chunks falling off the sides of the bottom. No kidding! Yet, it kept running!!…

House Hunting Kinda Sucks!

Published on January 14, 2021

House Hunting Kinda Sucks!

The house hunting has begun. We originally planned to move to Tennessee but that idea was nixed when I discovered that they require...…

I Had a Cold. It was NOT Covid.

Published on January 7, 2021

I Had a Cold. It was NOT Covid.

People are still getting the flu, colds, stomach bugs, etc. However, getting a tickle in your throat these days brings on a bit more concern than it did a year ago...…

21 Things I Am DEMANDING in 2021!!!

Published on December 31, 2020

21 Things I Am DEMANDING in 2021!!!

I think we can all agree that 2021 sucked cheese balls. I am a firm believer in "The Secret" philosophy - "whatever consumes your thoughts is what you will eventually get in life." With that in mind, I have 21 specific demands for the year 2021 that will be "consuming my thoughts" for the next 12 months...…

Brian Shares Another Holiday Sing-a-long! Come Sing With Us to the Tune of Deck the Halls!! (WARNING: RATED R)

Published on December 23, 2020

Brian Shares Another Holiday Sing-a-long! Come Sing With Us to the Tune of Deck the Halls!! (WARNING: RATED R)

We hope you enjoy this poetic masterpiece!…

Update on Our Neighbor, Nosy Nancy

Published on December 18, 2020

Update on Our Neighbor, Nosy Nancy

I opened the door, mustered up my biggest fake smile, and said, "Hello, Nancy! How are you?" She stood there, hunched over with that perpetual scowl on her face, and said...…

My Dad Died on Black Friday – but NOT from Covid

Published on December 10, 2020

My Dad Died on Black Friday – but NOT from Covid

I talked to my younger brother that evening, and asked him if there was any way I could talk to Dad before they pulled the plug. Despite being on a ventilator (something my dad never wanted done to him), the doctors said he could still hear us...…

WE NEED YOUR HELP! How Should We Deal with Our Neighbor, Nosy Nancy?

Published on November 25, 2020

WE NEED YOUR HELP! How Should We Deal with Our Neighbor, Nosy Nancy?

Two days later, Capt. Brian was getting out of his truck and Nosy Nancy confronted him. She proceeded to shout at him and...…

Yes, It’s True. We’re Selling the Boat :(

Published on November 19, 2020

Yes, It’s True. We’re Selling the Boat :(

Well, it was loads of fun but, after only 3 1/2 years, I had to wave the white flag. Here's why...…

ANOTHER Falling-Off-the-Boat Accident Lands Me in the E.R.!

Published on November 11, 2020

ANOTHER Falling-Off-the-Boat Accident Lands Me in the E.R.!

I quickly stood up, saying, "I'm fine! I'm fine!" My lower left shin was bleeding, but not badly. That hurt. I didn't really have any other pain. I looked down and that's when I noticed...…

Call Me Paranoid But We’re Holed Up in the Woods for Election Week!

Published on November 5, 2020

Call Me Paranoid But We’re Holed Up in the Woods for Election Week!

Several weeks ago, we made the decision to take a trip to the sticks during election week. Since protests in St. Petersburg, Florida have been off and on over the past several months, we didn't want to take any chances in case...…

I Made My Kid Sick!

Published on October 29, 2020

I Made My Kid Sick!

I made two batches of jerky in the dehydrator last week and they came out like black tree bark. Sure, they taste good but I'm not sure they're worth getting a broken tooth or two...…

Be Prepared to BE SCARED!!!

Published on October 23, 2020

Be Prepared to BE SCARED!!!

We met at Spirit Halloween last week to "push all of the buttons." Those of you who have been there know what I mean...…

How I Spent $2,000…When I Only Needed to Spend $28

Published on October 15, 2020

How I Spent $2,000…When I Only Needed to Spend $28

He showed me something that I knew wasn't as powerful as I needed so I asked him, "Why are you under-selling me? Upsell! Upsell!!"…

Do YOU Make Your Bed Every Morning?

Published on October 9, 2020

Do YOU Make Your Bed Every Morning?

We are all crazy-nuts busy here. It's our "AAAACK!!!" season at BookLocker and we're all working double-time (literally) to get our new authors' books on the market by Christmas. I realized yesterday that we've ordered food delivery more in the past two weeks than we have in the past eight months and...…

Wanna Know What We Were REALLY Doing in the Woods Last Weekend???

Published on October 1, 2020

Wanna Know What We Were REALLY Doing in the Woods Last Weekend???

I never announce my location ahead of time when traveling. Why? Because, over the years, I have received direct threats from people who we exposed on WritersWeekly as scammers...…

Abbreviated Issue Because We’re Camping in the Boonies!

Published on September 24, 2020

Abbreviated Issue Because We’re Camping in the Boonies!

We are in the mountains of North Carolina "on vacation" right now so...…

No More Single Points of Failure!

Published on September 17, 2020

No More Single Points of Failure!

I have to admit it's a relief that, if I get the virus, get mauled by rioters, drown in a hurricane, burned in a forest fire, or die in a meteor strike, a nuke, an earthquake, etc. (none of these things seems unbelievable this year!) that the business will survive and thrive without me...…

HUMPH!!! No Camping Trip for US This Weekend!!

Published on September 10, 2020

Forecast for several inches of rain ruined our trip. What will I be doing instead?!…

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SELF-PUBLISHING IN 2021? – How Many Book Sales Needed to Recoup Your Investment?

UPDATED: 03/04/2021 EDITOR’S NOTE: Please also see the Self-Publishing Price Comparison HERE. Considering self-publishing? Are you wondering how many books you will need to sell to recoup your investment? LISTED IN ORDER …
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POD SECRETS REVEALED: Book Contests for a Publisher’s Authors? Pppfffttt!!! By Angela Hoy

Playing on an author’s vanity is one of the most common marketing ploys used in the publishing services industry. From promises of wealth and fame to ridiculous “your book can …
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POD SECRETS REVEALED: “Free Publishing Guides” Are Used To Harvest Your Email Address, Phone Number, And More!

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RIDICULOUS RED TAPE!! When POD Publishers Charge WAY Too Much to Make Changes, and Take WAY Too Long to Make Them! by Angela Hoy

We often hear from authors who are upset with their current POD Publisher. One in particular is currently moving his AuthorHouse book to BookLocker, which is never a surprise. We …
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POD SECRETS REVEALED! – “100% Royalties?!” Don’t Be Fooled! By Angela Hoy

What are royalties? According to the I.R.S.: “Royalties from copyrights on literary, musical, or artistic works, and similar property, or from patents on inventions, are amounts paid to you for …
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P.O.D. SECRETS REVEALED: “Free” P.O.D. Services Can Be Very Expensive!

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P.O.D. SECRETS REVEALED: Ridiculous Contract Clauses!

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  • Guess the Weight of Mason’s Yard Long Bean Harvest, and Win a Free Book Publishing Package from BookLocker! (Plus, see who won last week’s tater contest!)

    July 2, 2022 4:39 pm

    By: By Angela Hoy - Publisher of WritersWeekly.com

    7 responses

    See who won the "guess the tater harvest weight" from last week, and get another chance at winning this week by guessing the weight of Mason's Yard Long Bean harvest! Read more →

    PLEASE READ THE RULES! NOT EVERYBODY DID LAST WEEK AND MANY WERE DISQUALIFIED. YOU MUST USE THE RIGHT FORM TO SUBMIT YOUR ANSWER. THIS MAKES IT MUCH EASIER FOR ANGELA TO HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS IN ONE PLACE. 

    RULES

    Only one guess per household.

    Deadline to guess is midnight on Tuesday, 07/05/22.

    You must submit your guess using the form at the bottom of THIS PAGE.

    THE FINE PRINT: The winner’s guess must be closest to the actual weight of the harvest, which will be announced next week. In the event of a tie, the person who submitted the correct answer first will be the winner. The prize is the “At Your Service” publishing package at BookLocker valued at $975.00. Only black and white interior books qualify for that particular package. The winner’s book manuscript must be ready for review and formatting within three months of notification by WritersWeekly that he or she has won. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A MANUSCRIPT READY, OR ALMOST READY, PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THIS CONTEST. GIVE OTHERS WHO DO HAVE MANUSCRIPTS THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN THIS PRIZE. The manuscript must first be approved for publication by BookLocker. (BookLocker.com will not publish books with bad writing or poor editing, nor ones that violate laws, contain libel or invasion of privacy, or that teach people how to perform illegal acts.) If BookLocker can’t publish the winner’s book for any of these reasons, his or her prize will instead be a free print book of his or her choice from BookLocker.com.

    Last week, we gave everyone the chance to guess the weight of Mason’s Tater Harvest! You can see a picture of all those taters at that link.

    After the contest was announced, the guesses were coming in fast and furious!! We are thrilled to announce that Antaeus Balevre is the winner of an At Your Service Publishing Package from BookLocker!

    Antaeus Balevre’s guess was 33 pounds.

    The correct weight of the taters was 32.7 pounds!!

    Excellent job, Antaeus!!!

    For all of you who are disappointed with not winning, we’re giving you ONE MORE CHANCE to win a free publishing package!

    Below is a picture of Mason’s Taiwan Yard Long Beans. He planted the seeds for those in the community garden several weeks ago. The community garden produce is harvested weekly, and donated to local food banks, a senior center, and to needy families through local schools. While Mason will be pulling these enormous beans from the community garden for the next couple of months (or more!) this was his first harvest.


    How many pounds of beans do you think he’s holding in this picture? DON’T FORGET TO USE THIS FORM TO SUBMIT YOUR ANSWER!!!

    Mason has QUITE the green thumb, eh? Our pastor said they’re going start calling him Mr. Green Bean. I told him that’s better than Mr. Potato Head! 😉

    PPSSSSTTT!! The Summer, 2022 24-Hour Short Story Contest is only 2 weeks away!!

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