Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Brigid's Flame is FREE on Amazon


River is a struggling author who is depressed about his failing career and his strained relationship with his girlfriend. On the sacred night of Imbolc, he looks to the Gods for inspiration. The goddess Brigid answers his prayers. In her arms, his passion is rekindled. 

Also included with this short story is a sneak peek at Falling Star, A Jersey Girl Novel.


Available exclusively on Amazon.

Stylin Boxes Mini Mystery Box

Today I unboxed a mini mystery box from Stylin Boxes. This little bonus box was free with the purchase of two full‑size boxes. There was just one item inside, but it was a good one.

Check out the video to see what it was.

@authorlauradeluca @stylinboxes Mini Mystery Box #starwars #mysterybox #darthvader ♬ original sound - Laura Deluca


This tiny teaser definitely did its job, because now I’m even more excited for what’s coming next. I still have a Rocky Horror mystery box and a Labyrinth mystery box waiting to be opened, and you know those are going to be wild.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Walmart Electronics Mystery Box

 Today I unboxed a Walmart Electronics Mystery Box, which you can grab on their website for about $25. They promise anywhere from 3 to 15 items, and the photo online makes the box look pretty big… so when mine arrived and it was tiny, I braced myself for disappointment.

But this little box proved that size doesn’t matter in the mystery‑box world.


Inside were only three items, but every single one was a winner:

  • A smart watch — sleek, functional, and perfect for one of the kids.

  • A speaker — surprisingly good quality for a mystery‑box pull.

  • Real Apple AirPods — the kind of surprise that makes the whole box worth it.

My kids were definitely happy with this one, and honestly, so was I. Sometimes the smallest boxes pack the biggest surprises.



@authorlauradeluca Walmart Electronics Mystery Box #airpods #mysterybox #eletronics ♬ original sound - Laura Deluca

Monday, May 11, 2026

Unclaimed Mail - Pretty in Pink


First up in today's return mail was a pink winter jacket, super cute and surprisingly good quality.

Next, we pulled out a glasses holder. And
finally, the wildcard of the day was a long brown wig. Heather and I both tried it on. Just another day in the world of unclaimed mail. Always random, and always entertaining.


@authorlauradeluca Unclaimed Mail - Pretty in Pink #prettyinpink #wigs #unclaimedmail ♬ original sound - Laura Deluca

Saturday, May 9, 2026

Unclaimed Mail: Priscilla’s Picks — Drones, Pac‑Man & a Red Hot Sweatshirt

Today’s batch of unclaimed mail was opened by Priscilla, my friend Heather’s daughter, and the real‑life inspiration for Priscilla in the Dark Musicals. Like Nicky, she didn’t want to be on video, but we documented her top picks.



First up was a drone which made my kids pretty jealous because they were opening for one.



Next, she pulled out an adorable Pac‑Man bag which is bright, retro, and perfect for anyone who grew up dodging ghosts and chasing fruit.


And finally, a red sweatshirt that Heather modeled for us like a proud runway mom. Priscilla may have stayed off‑camera, but her unclaimed‑mail energy still delivered.

Star Trek Comic Haul — Thrift Store Win or Warp‑Speed Ripoff?

 Today’s thrift‑store treasure hunt turned into a full‑on Star Trek score for Spencer. We found a set of 36 vintage Star Trek comics, ranging from the early eighties to the early nineties, all in surprisingly good condition for their age.

They were marked at $2 each, but we grabbed the whole set for $50, which felt like a steal. The video below shows all the covers, and the artwork alone is worth flipping through.

@authorlauradeluca Star Trek Comics - We’re these worth $50 #startrek #dccomics #comictok ♬ original sound - Laura Deluca


Now here’s where I need your input: Did we get a good deal or get ripped off? I already have my opinion, but I love hearing what other collectors, fans, and bargain hunters think. Whether you’re a Trekkie, a comic nerd, or just someone who loves a good thrift‑store find, let me know your thoughts.


Live long and comment boldly.

Friday, May 8, 2026

Unclaimed Mail - Bearclaw & Stinky Shoes

 Today Beautiful Mama Heather came back for another round of unclaimed mail, and the boxes did not disappoint. She unboxed a blue Bearclaw jacket worth $250, a pair of shoes that smelled aggressively like cat pee, and a t‑shirt dress that may or may not have been folded by someone in a hurry. Another day, another mystery, another questionable scent.



@authorlauradeluca Unclaimed Mail - Bearclaw & Stinky Shoes #bearclaw #whatsthatsmell #unclaimedmail ♬ A Day in My Life - Soft boy