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    The Helpful Neighbor
    The Helpful Neighbor
    The Helpful Neighbor
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    The Helpful Neighbor

    By David R. Stookey

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    Ever had to deal with that friend or neighbor who insists on "helping" you with a project? No problem if he's actually competent and knowledgeable, but what if he isn't? It's an awkward predicament, ending anywhere between hurt feelings and extensive property damage. This short story takes a humorous look at this scenario from the skewed perspective of the "Helpful Expert" himself...

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDavid R. Stookey
    Release dateMay 4, 2016
    ISBN9781311012722
    The Helpful Neighbor
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    David R. Stookey

    For my day job, I'm an engineer at a digital printer manufacturing company in western New York. I'm also a husband, the father of two fantastic girls and a neurotic little dachshund named "Misty." As an undergraduate, my focus was primarily mathematics and physics. I guess I ultimately needed the "nerdy stuff" for my career, but the class I enjoyed the most was an "Introduction to Writing Fiction." Not only did I learn the basics for my own writing; I got to hear a wide variety of perspectives and techniques from other students. I still have a great deal to learn, and e-publishing seems like the perfect way to get started. When I'm not writing, I enjoy flying, skiing and backpacking with my girls. Thanks for taking the time to visit my page, and I hope you enjoy the stories.

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