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Bye-Bye Bulimia
Bulimia gives Lorraine the stink eye Lorraine had her first successful, peaceful visit with her sister Bulimia ever. She and Mia agreed not to discuss politics, and Lorraine cast a fond eye on her sister and Bubba, her husband, as she now saw them as gay. She was...
Such a Surprise for Lorraine!
Insulated Wine Cup (says it all!!) Lorraine hadn’t visited her sister Bulimia in years and consequently had trouble finding her house. Her sister’s neighborhood was a Monopoly board of mini-mansions that spiraled around each other on short streets that terminated in...
A Touchdown in Texas
Roomy handmade boho purse by Sheila Martin $150 True to his word, the emissary from El Chapo drove Lorraine in air conditioned comfort across the border into Texas. He was not kidding when he declared that his boss had an agreement with US Immigration to go back and...
Ransom of Red Chief
Unique Jewelry, just for fun. Necklaces and Earrings Lorraine’s companions were better at hiding than she was. First of all they were accustomed to running away from threats, while Lorraine had always lived in a bubble of privilege. Second, however, they were more...
Wandering in the Desert
The small troop of campesinos trudged onward across the desert approaching the US border. They were hot as hell, hungry, and thirsty. Lorraine was doing her best to keep up, but the blisters on her feet were the size of walnuts. Every muscle in her body ached. She...
OOH Boy! Is She HOT!
Portrait of Lorraine by Ellen Phillips Lorraine sat in the corner of the Mexican cafe with the rest of the group who would be attempting to sneak across the US border with her. She was in the habit of comparing herself to others around her to make sure she was “the...
Lorraine Primps
@44 Cherry Street Moroccan Rugs and Turkish Pillows...All handmade The day had finally come for Lorraine’s departure. She was ready to begin the difficult journey back across the border to the US. It was insane, she thought, that she, an American citizen and tax...
Lorraine Dresses for Success
“Walk around in these boots to be sure they done’ give you blisters,” ordered the greasy backwards cap guy. “I can tell already just by looking at them that these boots are too wide. Didn’t I tell you that I have unusually narrow feet? I have to order…” began...
What to Wear on the Road?
This scary sculpture is by Amy Sanders. About 12" tall. $75 Lorraine ate her tacos and still felt hungry, so she ordered a dozen more and another cerveza and thought ahead to her trip back to Black Mountain. She had come to a decision and she motioned for the swarthy...
Running from El Chapo
Lorraine is on the road back towards Black Mt. Pearl is enjoying Curtis Creek Lorraine was exhausted from the long ride on the donkey cart that had brought her to this cantina in a dusty Mexican pueblo. She was a little drunk from passing the wine skin back and forth...
What an ASS!
LATEST LAUREL Lorraine was on the road! She had felt a leading to leave the splendor of the hacienda of El Chapo to return to the States to rescue dogs from the danger of Covid-19. She had seen a news report on her cell phone where the cutest pug had contracted the...
Lorraine Hits the Road
towards 44 Cherry Street All Lorraine could think about were the poor dogs in the US who were quarantined with their neurotic owners because of the Corona Virus. There wasn’t a solid block of time in their days when they were left in peace to sneak up on the couch to...
Love in the Time of Corn Teen
The residents of 44 Cherry Street were suffering the effects of the corona virus shared by many Americans. It was harder and harder to find fresh food, and the line at Bounty and Soul with its gifts of produce and flowers went on for a mile down State Street. The...
Aside from Brad and Jennifer back together, what else is new in the US?
Lorraine gets her news from Us Magazine Lorraine was sitting beside the pool sipping a fruity cocktail and gazing admiringly at her home-done pedicure. She thought nostalgically about Black Mountain and her previous pedicures at Cyndee’s Nails on Broadway. She did a...
Stir Crazy at 44 Cherry Street
Let me know if you want anything you see! I'll send or deliver it. The residents of 44 Cherry Street were obeying the “Stay in Place” order brought about because of the Covid-19 crisis, and each one was inventing ways to stay sane. It was unusual for everyone to be...
Sheltering in Place at 44 Cherry Street
Linen Duster in Red, Grey, and Khaki. One size. $64 The weather on Cherry Street was perfect. The sun was shining and birds singing, and the temperature was climbing into the eighties. The trees were all in bloom and spring flowers were out in all their glory. So why...
Avoiding Corona Beer…just in case.
Mixed Metal handmade necklace with tiny beads by Asheville's Olivia de Soria Fear came to 44 Cherry Street with the outbreak of the Corona Virus. Ellie set up a lab in her apartment and using essential oils crafted a whole line of sanitizers. On Guard was used as the...
Betsy’s Hand Made Home
Betsy Davis lives in a comfortable Hand Made Home
Vacation for Lorraine
Lorraine and Chappie go on a beach vacation. Problem is that Lorraine is used to a more elevated level of luxury.
Getting Ready for Miriam at 44 Cherry St.
Elrod has lots of sprucing up to do before the arrival of his heart-throb, Miriam from Russia. But will she measure up?
Elrod Could be a Chippendale, with some work. 44 Cherry Street.
Elrod and Neetu were at the Marshall Arts event before Elrod got an unexpected text that changed everything.
Adding Color to Your Hand Made Home
Listen to your gut when you choose colors for your hand made home.
Living things in the Hand Made Home
How to beautify your hand made home Big antique wash bowl with blooming primroses Maybe it’s because I am a Cancer or maybe it’s the influence of my childhood with my mother, but I am a homebody. I love nesting and fluffing, and I constantly tweak my home decor to...
Elrod Scores on Super Bowl Sunday
Charming hand made paper kites from India By Super Bowl Sunday Elrod had moved in with Neetu. He enjoyed the diaphanous curtains in the window, the sweet cinnamon-scented treats she fed him, the neatness of her apartment, and the smell of incense that filled the...
Frederick in Disguise at 44 Cherry St.
Frederick tries going in disguise to avoid unwelcome questions about Lorraine.
Decorating the Unique Hand Made Home
Wonderful book on ways to create a unique hand made home About the Book While browsing at Mr. K’s Used Bookstore in Asheville recently, I came across a book I have loved. Unlike most of the books I buy it is not literary fiction, but it is sort of a coffee table book...
Who’s Making the bed springs shriek?
Neetu and Elrod have lots to talk about.
Frederick? In bed with whom?
Last we saw Frederick he had awakened in the bed of his across the hall neighbor, Ellie. The night before as he had calmed his jangled nerves with a few stiff drinks poured by Ellie. He had just watched the departure of the Black Mountain police to whom he had...
So Where the Heck is Lorraine?
Antique Santero Figure Lorraine was stretched out on a comfortable, floral-print chaise lounge beside El Chapo’s massive swimming pool enjoying the sunshine. She was wearing a modest black bathing suit and a wide-brimmed black hat the size of a large pizza. She...
Celebrating Everything at 44 Cherry St.
December is a month filled with joy and celebration as the darkness begins to recede and the light grows stronger each day. No matter your religious beliefs, you can find a reason to light up your home and celebrate. For most of the residents of 44 Cherry Street the...
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Black Mountain, NC 28711
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