Today’s unclaimed‑mail haul was a journey. We started with see‑through pants in a whole rainbow of colors. Then we pulled out a lacey shirt, which wasn’t bad compared to what came next.
Because next we got another used fingernail clipper WITH the nails still in it.
I wish I were kidding. I am not. Ew doesn’t even begin to cover it.
Thankfully, the universe redeemed itself with the final boxes: two full‑body red jumpers that look exactly like they came straight off the set of Squid Game. They’re creepy and iconic. Stay tuned tomorrow for Part 2 to watch Spencer and Gabby model the Squid Game suits!
Meet Micaela Harper, the brand‑new narrator for my Dark Musicals series. Right now, she’s deep into Phantom (Book 1), and she’s not just narrating it. She’s transforming it.
Micaela has officially signed on to narrate all 16 books in the series, and after hearing Chapter 1, I knew I’d found the perfect creative partner for this musical‑mystery universe.
🎶 She Brought the Music
One of my biggest fears about adapting the Dark Musicals to audio was losing the musical element that defines the series. I write original “lyrics” into the books that echo the spirit of the songs that inspired them, but of course we can’t use copyrighted music in the audio. Micaela solved that problem
She took my original lyrics and composed her own unique music, creating a sound that captures the heart of the series without violating any copyrights. It’s fresh, emotional, atmospheric, and perfect for the Dark Musicals. Her performance captures the drama, the romance, the tension, and the theatricality. As a real musical theater performer, she understands the tone of the series.
🎬 A Journey Begins
This collaboration is going to be an incredible ride, and I can’t wait for you to hear what she’s creating. If you want a taste of her talent, check out her YouTube video below where she sings If Somebody Love Me from Toy Story.
Book 1 should be ready by mid‑June, and trust me, it’s worth the wait.
Stay tuned! The Dark Musicals are about to sing louder than ever. Check out the whole series on Amazon.
Today’s queen is Donna, the real‑life inspiration behind the character of the same name in Wish on a Star. In the book, Donna works for the Make‑A‑Wish Foundation, but in the real world she does hospital billing with me, and today she stepped into the unclaimed‑mail arena with full Queen energy.
Her first box revealed a car cover, which had us imagining her trying to wrangle it in the parking lot. Next up, she opened two shelves. Then came the dud: a single piece of a fan. Not a whole fan. Not even half a fan. Just…a part.
Since the fan piece was a flop, I gave her a bonus package. and of course, it turned out to be a pack of thongs. And OF COURSE I accidentally stopped recording right before she opened it. The universe robbed us of iconic footage. Truly a tragedy.
Donna handled it all like the queen she is. Teens, take notes.
The teens are back, this time with Spencer, Gabby, and Andrew.
Andrew kicked things off with a bicentennial bottle and a pair of shamrock jeans. They’re loud and they’re perfect for St. Patrick’s Day.
Then Gabby dove into her boxes and pulled out five iPhone holders followed by two denim jackets, one black and one green. The green denim jacket matches Andrew’s shamrock jeans PERFECTLY.
Congratulations to me, because I now have my official St. Patrick’s Day outfit 11 months in advance.
Finally, Spencer opened a car scratch remover and sponges which is perfect timing since he just got his permit. The universe said, “Congrats on driving. Now clean your car.”
Another day, another round of teen‑powered fashion and holiday coordination.
Our next queen in the Teens vs. Queens showdown is Heather, the real‑life inspiration behind beautiful Mama Heather in my Dark Musicals series. And true to form, she brought charm, humor, and a little prehistoric flair to her unclaimed‑mail haul.
Her first box revealed a garlic press, which earned a round of applause from the grown‑ups in the room. Practical gifts hit different once you’ve lived a little.
Next up, she opened two “6 7” sweatshirts, and while we may be the older generation, don’t worry, we get the lingo.
The grand finale was a blue dress with black stripes that looked straight out of The Flintstones. Heather slipped it on, and suddenly we were front row at a stone‑age fashion show. Betty Rubble could never.
The Queens continue to bring personality, practicality, and pure entertainment. Teens, the bar has been raised.
Abandoned as an infant, Morrigan spent years shuffled around the foster system, never finding a permanent home. People either bullied or avoided her, sensing she was different. She does her best to keep her abilities hidden: the power to move objects with her mind, control fire, and glimpse the future. Believing her dreams of mystical creatures and castles are her imagination, it isn’t until Filtiarn appears, the dark knight of her fantasies and the man tasked with guiding her to the magical land of TÃr na NÓg, that she realizes her true identity. Once reunited with her mother and grandmother, will their triad be able to save the forgotten land of magic from being devoured by an ancient evil?
While I was out running errands, Spencer and Gabby got sneaky and helped themselves to a stack of unclaimed‑mail boxes. By the time I got home, they were already knee‑deep in mystery items.
Gabby kicked things off by unboxing a rug. Spencer followed with a set of storage bags. Next, Gabby pulled a jacket that fit her perfectly. Spencer then opened two phone magnifiers.
Gabby’s next box revealed two kids’ hoodies. Spencer’s final box was broken canister which was a disappointment
But the highlight of the entire heist was when Gabby sneezed and then blessed herself. Peak teen energy.
The Queens better watch their backs. The teens are sneaky.
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