Short Story Sunday Peril No. 2: "Bored Tom", from - Strange Happenings: Five Tales of Transformation by Avi

It's a VERY good thing that my Nana taught me that those who say they're bored are boring; as a consequence, I NEVER say I'm bored; in fact, I rarely am! Who wants to be thought of as boring? Of course, some people might think it of me anyway, but that's their problem.

Basically, this short story is a caution to children...be careful what you wish for...and also, enjoy life! Find SOMETHING you enjoy...anything...*shudder*

This was also the message of the movie, Harold and Maude...but I digress.

I just read and reviewed this book for the R.I.P. challenge. I thought "Bored Tom" was funny, but my favorite story was "Babette the Beautiful."

im so out of the reading loop.......

Oooh, Harold and Maude! This sounds like an interesting story.

I was always told never to say that I'm bored. Luckily, I never am as I'm so self-entertaining. :-)

Your Nana was a very wise woman! I've never heard that but it's very true.

Michele sent me today. Hope you're having a great day.

I've had this book on my wish list since Carl reviewed it, last year. I'm so incredibly patient. But, not bored. LOL Someone taught me that, too, but I can't remember who. I think it's a good philosophy.