Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF

October 4, 2019 · by John W. Howell · in TGIF · 54 Comments

“Look Lucy. Friday is here.”
“I see it Little One. Thank goodness.”

It is Friday and it came just in time.

As you may know I’m helping C.S.Boyack with his launch of Viral Blues his new book. If you haven’t visited yet here is the link. I’m reading it now and am enjoying it.

I’m happy to say the first draft of my new book is done. I now need to let it rest for a few and then go back for the second run through. It is amazing to me what can be done when you make a committment. Thanks to all of you for your encouragement during the process. Today’s JohnKu talks about a journey. I hope you all have a great weekend.

The journey by John W. Howell © 2019

The first step starts it,

Then it is rinse and repeat . . .

Until you are home.

Tags: author, books, Circumstances of Childhood, fiction favorites, Friday, Haiku, His Revenge, John W. Howell Author, JohnKu, My GRL, Our Justice, TGIF, The Contract with Gwen Plano

54 comments

Jill Weatherholt · October 4, 2019 - 4:05 am ·

Congratulations on getting your draft completed, John! You’re right about committing ourselves. I’m getting closer to the end myself…it’s a great feeling, isn’t it? I love the photo! Happy Friday!

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 8:50 am ·
  
  Yes, it is a good feeling. Jill. Best wishes on yours.
  
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  1. Jill Weatherholt · October 4, 2019 - 6:59 pm ·
    
    Thanks!
    
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Charles Yallowitz · October 4, 2019 - 6:00 am ·

Congrats on the draft. Enjoy the weekend.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 8:47 am ·
  
  Thank you, Charles.
  
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  1. Charles Yallowitz · October 4, 2019 - 10:00 am ·
    
    You’re welcome.
    
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aFrankAngle · October 4, 2019 - 6:27 am ·

Congratulations … and “rinse and repeat” in the JohnKu caused a chuckle.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 8:43 am ·
  
  Hope so. Thanks, Frank.
  
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Teri Polen · October 4, 2019 - 6:40 am ·

Congrats on finishing the first draft, John – now enjoy your weekend!

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 8:42 am ·
  
  Thanks, Teri. I will.
  
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GP Cox · October 4, 2019 - 6:56 am ·

I was just introduced to C.S. Boyack recently. I now have another author to keep track of.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 8:41 am ·
  
  He writes super stories, GP.
  
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kethuprofumo · October 4, 2019 - 7:04 am ·

Twiggy: Lucy, is it a Parisian Friday?
Lucy:It looks like. See the Tour d’Eiffel overthere at the horizon.
Twiggy: I see nothing…Only, deer… 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 8:41 am ·
  
  Hahaha. Thanks, Marie. 😀
  
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Dan Antion · October 4, 2019 - 7:35 am ·

Enjoy the break while the book simmers, John. Pretty soon, you’ll be back at it. I hope you enjoy the weekend.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 8:37 am ·
  
  Thank you, Dan. probably too soon. 😁
  
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Gwen M. Plano · October 4, 2019 - 7:39 am ·

Congratulations, John. I can’t wait to read it! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 8:36 am ·
  
  Me too, Gwen. Thanks. 😁
  
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Jan Sikes · October 4, 2019 - 8:36 am ·

The “rinse and repeat” phrase is most apropos to creating a well-written book! Congratulations, John! And Congratulations to Craig! I have “Viral Blues” on my Kindle!

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 9:03 am ·
  
  Thanks for the support, Jan.
  
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Marie A Bailey · October 4, 2019 - 8:38 am ·

That is a perfect photo! Congrats on completing your first draft. Major milestone met 👍 Happy Friday ❤️

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 9:03 am ·
  
  Thank you, Marie. Have a great weekend as well.
  
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Debbie · October 4, 2019 - 8:46 am ·

So happy for you, completing that first draft — wise to let it simmer a spell before tackling the first edit, too. Have a wonderful weekend, John.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 9:02 am ·
  
  Thank you, Debbie. I can smell it starting to boil. 😀
  
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coldhandboyack · October 4, 2019 - 8:51 am ·

Congratulations on finishing. Enjoy the time it spends in the fermenter. I like the poem, because writing really isn’t a sprint.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 9:01 am ·
  
  Sometimes we want it to be a sprint but steady as she goes is usually the best.
  
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circadianreflections · October 4, 2019 - 9:05 am ·

Congratulations on finishing your first draft and meeting your goal! Enjoy the time away from the page and let those creative juices refill.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 9:10 am ·
  
  Thank you, Deborah.
  
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Mae Clair · October 4, 2019 - 9:12 am ·

Congrats on finishing the first draft, John. I’m sure you have another winner on your hands. Happy Friday!

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:14 pm ·
  
  Thak you, Mae. Have a great weekend as well
  
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patriciaruthsusan · October 4, 2019 - 9:25 am ·

Congratulations on finishing your first draft, John! Have a great weekend. 🙂 —- Suzanne

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:14 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Suzanne.
  
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Sorryless · October 4, 2019 - 9:43 am ·

Well said and well done, compadre.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:13 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Marc
  
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  1. Sorryless · October 4, 2019 - 10:58 pm ·
    
    🙂
    
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The Coastal Crone · October 4, 2019 - 9:59 am ·

Well done, John! Your commitment works for you – word count by word count. Take a break and enjoy your TGIF. Love the photo of the girls. Cheers!

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:13 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Jo.
  
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Staci Troilo · October 4, 2019 - 10:09 am ·

Oh, I missed seeing the girls. Congratulations on finishing your draft. Keep up the good work!

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:12 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Staci
  
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susielindau · October 4, 2019 - 10:53 am ·

Love the Johnku and the photo! Your dogs cracked me up! Congrats on finishing your draft. 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:11 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Susie.
  
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guyportman · October 4, 2019 - 1:21 pm ·

Congratulations on completing the first draft, John. C. S. Boyack has come up with a great title in ‘Viral Blues’.

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:11 pm ·
  
  Yes. I am reading it and it’s a super book
  
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Dale · October 4, 2019 - 2:12 pm ·

Determination, dedication, commitment go a long way, as you have proven to us through this process.
Enjoy the break till you go back.
Have a fabulous weekend, John!

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:10 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Dale.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · October 4, 2019 - 2:25 pm ·

I just finished Craig’s book. Another great read!

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1. John W. Howell · October 4, 2019 - 4:09 pm ·
  
  Thanks, Denise.
  
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  1. D.L. Finn, Author · October 4, 2019 - 6:04 pm ·
    
    And congrats on finishing your first draft!
    
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Jennie · October 4, 2019 - 9:53 pm ·

Great JohnKu. Way to go on your draft!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2019 - 8:57 am ·
  
  Thank you, Jennie
  
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  1. Jennie · October 5, 2019 - 10:16 am ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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Liz Gauffreau · October 5, 2019 - 9:40 am ·

Kudos on your productive week, John! I love the photo of Lucy and Twiggy awaiting Friday’s arrival.

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tracikenworth · October 5, 2019 - 7:56 pm ·

Reblogged this on Loleta Abi Author & Book Blogger and commented:
Sound advice!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2019 - 8:04 pm ·
  
  Thanks, Traci
  
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