I have done business with the man in the green shirt before. Take my advice; he's nothing but a snake when it comes to money.

Harley, out family pooche, was out in his doghouse sound asleep when I was trying to find him.

When Mom discovered that Dad had forgotten to take out the trash, and Bruno, our huge boxer, had rummaged through it all day, Dad found himself in the doghouse with Mom.

My husband is at home sick. Sadly, he tested positive for the flu this morning.

After attending one of Shaun White's skateboarding clinics for two days, I learned several sick new tricks to add to my repertoire.

The child's face glowed with pride as she approached the podium to receive the championship trophy.

The embers in the fireplace continued to glow long after the party had ended.

I was so excited to find a matching chair for my dinette set at the Salvation Army Store. It was really cheap, which made the find even better!

My brother is so tight and cheap, Mom says, "That kid squeaks when he walks".

I wanted to paint my room in the new house a light shade of blue to match my bed set and rug.

When Whitney had to move from her hometown and leave all her classmates behind, she felt blue for weeks.

The large, black bear rummaged through the trash then pushed in the screen on the kitchen window to reach a loaf of bread on the counter.

As soon as Daddy watched the financial report on the news and saw the stock market had dropped to an all-time low this year, he immediately became a grumpy, old bear.

The twinkle in Millie's eyes says all there is to say about her feelings for the boy next door.

It was such a relaxing evening watching the stars twinkle overhead and listening to the band performing for the outdoor concert last night.

The sandpaper was coarse and gritty, just what we needed to smooth down the finish.

To those who don't know him well, Grandpa can sometimes come across as a bit gruff and gritty.

The meek dove sat on the power line all alone after its mate failed to return.

After watching Mrs. Wilkins with her neighbor's rowdy kids, I can honestly say that woman is a dove at heart.