What's So Funny?
Russell Gayer, author speaker
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The Sinking of U.S.S. Mother-In-Law
Mother’s Day is Sunday and it’s only fitting that we pause and pay homage to the women who have made our lives heaven, hell, or some combination thereof. My own dear mother was a sweet Christian woman, naïve to the ways of the world,… Continue Reading “The Sinking of U.S.S. Mother-In-Law”
If You Can’t Stand the Heat . . .
On Tuesday I fulfilled my civic duty by serving on a jury in a civil trial. One party was suing another over medical expenses related to a vehicle accident. I was hoping go get some good writing material from this experience for a future… Continue Reading “If You Can’t Stand the Heat . . .”
G-String Boogie
One of the interesting things about playing in a band is the people (and behavior) you see on the dance floor. Mix one part pounding beat with four parts alcohol and inhibitions waltz right out the door. What’s left resembles the mating ritual of… Continue Reading “G-String Boogie”
Diving for Dollars
Everybody has a favorite uncle. Mine was Uncle Harry. He and Aunt Elsie couldn’t have children of their own, so he showered his nieces and nephews with extra attention. Their house was within walking distance of the city dump. In those days, the gate… Continue Reading “Diving for Dollars”
Career Change
Most people fear Change. Some even prefer to stay in a bad situation rather than take a chance on something new. But in today’s world, Change doesn’t sit around and wait for volunteers, it moves right along whether we get on the bus or… Continue Reading “Career Change”
Lost in the Hood
It’s good to be back for Friday Flash Fiction—the place where even guys like me and Cooter (not exactly giants in the literary world) can post 100 word stories without being completely and totally ignored. I’ve spent most of the last week in a… Continue Reading “Lost in the Hood”
We’re Gettin’ Close
I won’t be particpating in Friday Flash Fiction this week, so I’m hoping someone will pick up the slack and come up with a creative name for Ms. You-know-Who. Pen-L Publishing sent me a proof copy of The Perils of Heavy Thinking to review and edit. This… Continue Reading “We’re Gettin’ Close”
Bored Walk
After repeated problems with our internet air card (AT&T MiFi), we decided to part company. It was an amiable divorce, they kept the money and internet access and we get to stare at a blank screen. Connie is going through Facebook withdrawal and my… Continue Reading “Bored Walk”
How Russell Writes
My Writing Process – Blog Tour I agreed to be a part of a Blog Tour where writers share a little bit about their writing process and introduce you to other writers whose work you might also enjoy. First, a big thank you to… Continue Reading “How Russell Writes”
Mount Acne
I hurt my heel last weekend and have been limping around like a one-legged boss at a butt kickin’ contest. My co-workers have enjoyed mocking me by dragging one leg as they hobble down the hall toward the break room. When I accepted this… Continue Reading “Mount Acne”
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What's So Funny? 