The Unexpected Tenants

Don Powell was checking his mail one day when he discovered something strange - two dolls sitting on a tiny loveseat inside his mailbox. Next to them was a simple sticky note that read, "We've decided to live here, Mary and Shelley."

You can understand why Mary and Shelley chose this spot. The Powells have a custom mailbox designed to look like an actual house, making it quite a cozy dwelling for two small dolls.

From Confusion to Acceptance

At first, Don was confused by these uninvited guests. He nearly tossed them in the trash. But something made him pause and reconsider. Instead of evicting the tiny tenants, he decided to let them stay.

Home Sweet Mailbox

Since moving in, Mary and Shelley have been busy making themselves at home. They've upgraded their furniture and even added a pet dog to their little family.

The dolls change with the seasons too. During Halloween, they transformed into spooky skeletons. When Christmas arrived, they set up their own tree with plenty of tiny presents underneath it.

Community Entertainment

These mailbox residents have become local celebrities. Neighbors and passersby often stop to see what Mary and Shelley are up to now. Their constant changes and seasonal decorations bring smiles to many faces in the community.

Don has become so attached to his mailbox tenants that he's considering writing a children's book about their adventures.

The Ongoing Mystery

What makes this story even more interesting is that nobody knows who's behind it. Don and his wife have asked around the neighborhood, but no one has come forward as the mastermind behind Mary and Shelley.

Someone is secretly updating the dolls' setup, adding seasonal decorations, and bringing new tiny furniture - all without being spotted.

For now, the Powells are happy to play along with the mystery, enjoying the whimsy and joy these unexpected tenants bring to their daily mail collection.