Today's illustrious band:

Mold Nuggets

Today's band name is a public service announcement brought to you by Ralph & Jody.

For an upcoming issue of the Award-Winning Publication, I'm writing a brief story on mold in houses and how it can make people sick. I visited Ralph & Jody this morning to see their damp, jucky basement and hear their tale of woe. Gross? Let's just say I'm glad we're cellar-free over at Sensational Acres. R&J's mold problem is a result of a larger moisture/water leakage problem that went untended by the home's previous owners, and now they're stuck with huge headaches — literally, as mold can cause cold- and flu-like symptoms in people who are exposed to it for long periods.

So go downstairs right now and check for dampness, water stains, dark patches on walls or ceilings or carpets, musty smells, and mushy drywall. Get rid of the stuff! Dry it out, clean it up and make sure your house doesn't leak from the outside or prevent moisture from escaping from the inside. The complete expose will appear in our Jan/Feb issue, but I thought I'd give you-all a heads-up.

Thanks to all who have shared their Cube game stories with me. They've been interesting and enlightening. Most players seem to have viewed the exercise as reasonably positive and mildly entertaining. If you didn't, well, it's only a game. And if you see a magnificent black stallion out roaming around, send him back over to me where he belongs, OK? Thanks.