Monday, October 13, 2025

Wolfe’s Woofers

Wolfe’s Woofer: Retirement Gift

“The church board gave me a two-week vacation here in Belize as part of the retirement package.” “That’s a good retirement gift,” I said.

Wolfe’s Woofer: Eight Ball

Every Saturday evening at six o’clock I meet Mario, Juan and Vernon at the bar for our weekly Eight Ball challenge.

Wolfe’s Woofer: Don, The Mechanic

“It was some guy calling to know if I know where Don, the mechanic is.”

Wolfe’s Woofer: Lottery Winner

“What a beautiful day!” said the man at the next table. “Is the weather this nice the whole year around?” “Usually,” I told him. I was...

Wolfe’s Woofer: Funeral

At the church I met up with Mario and his old auntie Lela. Mario is my handyman (when he wants to work) and also my good friend. I sat next to him and the widow for the funeral service.

Wolfe’s Woofer: Pooper Scooper

“She went to hang clothes on the line and the neighbor’s dog had been in the yard. He pooped under the clothesline and she stepped all up in it. Ma sure can get some cursing done.”

Wolfe’s Woofer: Big Magic

“Wait!” I told the group. “I have big magic.” I reached into my pocket and pulled out a box of Toucan matches.

Wolfe’s Woofer: Body Double

“You were a drug runner?” Mario asked. “No. I don’t have that kind of nerve. I was a body double.”