Sometimes understanding the inner workings of the coffee machine is difficult, given its expressionless exterior. The machine certainly has inner quirks that show up as a lack of performance. For example, this morning everything looked normal as the machine was powered up. Then this message appeared briefly on the touchscreen. The normal screen appears, but […]
Today’s good news comes from Vogue magazine and was sent to me by a reporter-at-large, Noelle Granger Meet the Women Leading Norway’s Seaweed Revolution By Stephanie Gavan It’s still dark as I pick my way down a rocky path toward the sea. The air is as cold as you’d expect from a Norwegian winter, but […]
“Tempeste. What are you doing over there?” “I’m thinking there was some kind of wild animal that came through here.” “Wild animal? What kind of wild animal?” “I’m picking essence of rhinoceros.” “You have gotta be kidding me.” “No, I’m quite serious.” “The last time I looked, there have been no Rhinos here.” “How can […]
Today I randomly opened The Last Drive to page 181. With my eyes closed, I pointed to the page. The word closest to my finger is “Shines.” That is our prompt today. Shines by John W. Howell © 2026 “Look how the lowering sun shines on the water.” “I know. It makes the surface look […]
This post was published on September 9th, 2019. Since we still take elevators, I think it might be useful Top Ten Things Not to Do in an Elevator 10 If you are in an elevator after inspecting the inspection document, do not mention that the inspection date is overdue. If you do, at best, you […]
“Today we are going back to Friday night. The Lakeway Arts Committee organized a Friday Night Fever Street Dance. Here is what they said: Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, snacks, drinks and dancing shoes for an evening of live music under the stars! This FREE, family-friendly concert is the perfect way to enjoy a night […]
The cofee (whoops. A typo) machine stands like a beacon in the post-apocalyptic world of my head during caffeine withdrawal. The steady flow of soothing elixir brings appetizer-like aromas that promise relief. The first sip stops the zombie moans in my brain. The second is accompanied by the combination of the Westminster Chimes of the […]
Today’s good news story comes from the BBC and was sent to me by our world-at-large reporter, Noelle Granger. Thanks, Noelle Rare duck breeding success gives hope for species Emily Johns, Channel Islands Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust The Madagascar pochard is one of the world’s most threatened waterbirds Six of the world’s rarest ducks have reached […]
“What is that thing, Twiggy?” “It’s a window Bot.” A window bot? What kind of crazy is that?” “Dad-kind of crazy. He’s tired of paying to have windows done.” “So he’s allowed another bot into the house? AI is going to take over.” “Yep. I don’t know about takeover. Right now it is most annoying.” […]
Today, I randomly opened Eternal Road – The final stop to page 111. With eyes closed, I pointed to the page. The word nearest my finger is “Wringer,” which is our prompt. Wringer © 2026 by John W. Howell “Nice to have you visit.” “I have really enjoyed myself. This hotel is the best.” “I […]
