My neighbor Sharon is ridiculously competitive, even about Christmas lights. After she tried to outdo my modest decorations for the HOA’s “Best Yard” contest, I ended up winning with just a few string lights and candy canes.
Sharon was furious, but karma struck when she vandalized my yard, leaving a muddy mess with “BEST YARD” written in the dirt. As I cleaned up, Sharon desperately searched for her lost engagement ring in the mud.
I enjoyed every minute of it, watching her dig through trash while the neighbors looked on. The next morning, Sharon’s elaborate display was gone, and the neighborhood buzzed with rumors about her humiliation. In the end, my simple decorations were the true highlight.
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