Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF

October 23, 2020 · by John W. Howell · in TGIF · 83 Comments

“Twiggy. You still after that Squirrel?”
“I figured Friday would be a good time to catch it.”
“I can see that plan is going well.”

Another Friday is here and that means the weekend is a mere eight hours away. Oh happy day.

This week has been quite busy with odds and ends. I have begun thinking about the sequal to Eternal Road and have a couple of plot points in mind. You have to woder about what kind of circumstance could possibly bring two souls who are happily spending their eternal time as they envisioned, together again? You have to believe it would be something major. Well it is. Before I spill the whole story let me just say, “Workin on it.”

Halloween is sneaking up on us for sure. If you have followed the Views of the Neighborhood you know we have been taking tours and looking at Halloween decorations. Well this week is the last look since Halloween is on a Saturday and by Sunday when Views is posted it will be old news.

Reviews for Eternal Road continue to arrive. I’m so grateful for them and loved that the fact that all of the readers enjoyed the book. This makes the job of an author so rewarding and certainly makes me feel good.

The 99¢ price on Kindle ends on November 1st here is a link if you want to take a look.

mybook.to/EternalRoad

Today’s JohnKu talks about feeling good about what you are doing. I hope you all have a super weekend.

It doesn’t matter,

What kind of work you’re doing . . .

You need to feel good.

If not then it’s time,

To consider a big change . . .

In the job or you.

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

83 comments

harmonykentonline · October 23, 2020 - 4:07 am ·

I love this Haiku, John.
The ideas for the next book sound great. I hope you have fun writing it! Have a great weekend 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:04 am ·
  
  Thank you, Harmony. Always fun writing. 😁
  
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jenanita01 · October 23, 2020 - 4:25 am ·

It’s probably time we all felt better, but what to change? There’s enough of that going on already!

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:06 am ·
  
  To change how we look at things. To look for the positive in challenging situations. To notice the bird singing its heart out for us. Small stuff like that. 🤗
  
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  1. jenanita01 · October 24, 2020 - 2:49 am ·
    
    If some of the big stuff we have to look at would change, just a little, would help I think!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 24, 2020 - 7:03 am ·
      
      You are so right. I always think of the David and Goliath story when the big stuff gets overwhelming. Maybe just a cup of tea can be the stone. 😁
      
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    2. jenanita01 · October 24, 2020 - 12:43 pm ·
      
      It would be something simple, I think…
      
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Gwen M. Plano · October 23, 2020 - 4:25 am ·

Sounds like a promising book, John, and it fits perfectly with your haiku. 🙂

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1. Jill Weatherholt · October 23, 2020 - 4:34 am ·
  
  Hi Gwen! xoxo
  
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  1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:11 am ·
    
    😊
    
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2. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:07 am ·
  
  Thank you, Gwen. 😁
  
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jenanita01 · October 23, 2020 - 4:25 am ·

Reblogged this on Anita Dawes & Jaye Marie ~ Authors.

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:07 am ·
  
  Thank you, both. 😊
  
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  1. jenanita01 · October 24, 2020 - 2:47 am ·
    
    : )
    
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kethuprofumo · October 23, 2020 - 4:30 am ·

Great, dear John! Just do it! 🙂 Twiggy’s persistence makes the work & Friday better. 🙂 She is faithful to her bulldog codex!

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:09 am ·
  
  She is, Maria. Thamk you. I hope you have a super weekend. 😁
  
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  1. kethuprofumo · October 23, 2020 - 12:44 pm ·
    
    With squirrels & deer, dear John! Thank you! Same to you! Take the most of these 48 hours! 🙂 You know I suspect that Twiggy loves so passionately squirrels & deer as, probably, she dreams to become one…at least in her new life. By the way, have you ever thought to write a book about Lucy & Twiggy? For children & for adults 🙂 They deserve it!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:24 pm ·
      
      I have thought of writiing a kids book. Still thinking about it.
      
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    2. kethuprofumo · October 23, 2020 - 5:00 pm ·
      
      👍👍👍 Looking forward, dear John! Besides, the characters are here: Mr. Eel, Mrs. Flamingo, etc. 😊
      
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    3. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 9:14 pm ·
      
      I think you are right. Thanks, Maria.
      
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    4. kethuprofumo · October 24, 2020 - 2:36 am ·
      
      😁😁😁❤ My pleasure, dear John!
      
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    5. John W. Howell · October 24, 2020 - 7:00 am ·
      
      😁
      
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Jill Weatherholt · October 23, 2020 - 4:34 am ·

Fantastic JohnKu! Your brain is always working, John. 🙂 Happy Friday!

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:11 am ·
  
  Thank you, Jill. Almost afraid to let it stop. Might not restart. 😁 I hope you have a Fantastic Friday .
  
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  1. Jill Weatherholt · October 24, 2020 - 5:46 am ·
    
    I know the feeling! 🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 24, 2020 - 7:08 am ·
      
      I’m sure you do. 😊
      
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Charles Yallowitz · October 23, 2020 - 4:38 am ·

Feeling good is more of a challenge than people realize. Don’t think we out nearly as much of a priority on our mental health in this society.

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:13 am ·
  
  I think that’s why I mention it. There is so much negative crap out there that the first line of defense has to be within ourselves. and not give in to it. Thanks, Charles. 😊
  
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  1. Charles Yallowitz · October 23, 2020 - 8:13 am ·
    
    It’s definitely a challenge. Add in that you have people who think they’re helping by being negative, which they call realistic. Surprised 99% of the population doesn’t have a mental illness.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:41 pm ·
      
      Negative is not a good thing realistic or not. Thank you, Charles
      
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aFrankAngle · October 23, 2020 - 6:00 am ·

Sage advice through a Haiku. Enjoy the weekend. A front coming through later today with storms and lower temps. Oh boy.

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:16 am ·
  
  Yup. With it comes some pretty chilly temperatures (for us anyway) Enjoy the weekend as well.
  
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  1. aFrankAngle · October 23, 2020 - 7:27 am ·
    
    Then again … one has to remember that it’s late October and that’s what late October does.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:42 pm ·
      
      Or should do. We still have 90s
      
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Liz Gauffreau · October 23, 2020 - 6:04 am ·

Your JohnKu is particuarly apropos for me this week.

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:18 am ·
  
  So glad. We need to think in the direction of strength. What is it about us that cannot be stifled? Then push back with that trait. Thanks, Liz. 🤗
  
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  1. Liz Gauffreau · October 23, 2020 - 8:37 pm ·
    
    I’m coming more and more to face the fact that my strength lies in writing and teaching writing, not administration.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 9:13 pm ·
      
      Good for you, Liz
      
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Teagan Riordain Geneviene · October 23, 2020 - 6:38 am ·

Oh, beautifully said, John. I love this one. Hugs on the wing!

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:19 am ·
  
  Thank you, Teagan. You were on my mind as an example of someone who would not allow the negative forces to win. You are an inspiration. Hugs to you. 🤗
  
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GP Cox · October 23, 2020 - 6:42 am ·

A good frame of mind is up to each one of us. If a person harps on what he doesn’t like, or have or can’t get – he’ll never be happy.

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1. Teagan Riordain Geneviene · October 23, 2020 - 6:45 am ·
  
  What we resist persists… That old adage gets proved again and again. Hugs.
  
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  1. GP Cox · October 23, 2020 - 6:46 am ·
    
    People just don’t want to put in the effort.
    Stay safe!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:23 am ·
      
      So true.
      
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  2. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:43 pm ·
    
    It does, Teagan
    
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2. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 7:22 am ·
  
  This is why I hate the political discussions. Nothing positive is said about anything. You hit the nail on the head. A good frame of mind is key to ignoring those things that are less than uplifting. Thanks, GP.
  
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Dale · October 23, 2020 - 7:24 am ·

Excellent JohnKuDouble today. It is important to feel good about your work. So… when I get back from my week-long vacation, I’ll be looking…
Happy Friday to you!

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:43 pm ·
  
  Happy Friday, Dale. Thank you.
  
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Teri Polen · October 23, 2020 - 7:30 am ·

Nice Johnku – well said.

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:41 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Teri
  
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Dan Antion · October 23, 2020 - 8:39 am ·

Change what you can – good advice, John.

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:39 pm ·
  
  Thank you. Dan. Have a great weekend
  
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patriciaruthsusan · October 23, 2020 - 8:57 am ·

Twiggy is very determined, isn’t she? 😀 — Suzanne

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:36 pm ·
  
  She is Suzanne. Thanks, Suzanne. Happy Weekend
  
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Debbie · October 23, 2020 - 9:18 am ·

What is it they say? If you love your work, you’ll never work a single day. I believe that. Sadly, most folks don’t have that luxury. Happy weekend, John!

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:35 pm ·
  
  Happy Weekend, Debbie. Great saying.
  
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coldhandboyack · October 23, 2020 - 9:25 am ·

Sound advice, John

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:34 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Craig.
  
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Marie A Bailey · October 23, 2020 - 12:25 pm ·

Oh, wow, John, I feel like your poem was written for me! Happy Friday, and congratulations on your success with Eternal Road 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:28 pm ·
  
  I’m glad I hit a point, Marie. Thank you so much for the congratulations.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · October 23, 2020 - 12:32 pm ·

Great message in your Haiku, John. I’m happy to hear there will be another book coming for Enternal Roads:)

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:25 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Denise
  
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portmanguy · October 23, 2020 - 1:11 pm ·

Pleased to hear that you already have the motivation and ideas to write a new book, John. Have a good weekend.

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:19 pm ·
  
  😁
  
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Sorryless · October 23, 2020 - 2:12 pm ·

More great news on the Eternal front, and it’s almost weekend time!

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:17 pm ·
  
  Yes. Maybe I’ll make it.
  
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Vashti Q · October 23, 2020 - 2:42 pm ·

Congratulations on all the awesome reviews for your new release, John! Great advice in your Johnku. Happy Friday!

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:12 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Vashti. 😊
  
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Tails Around the Ranch · October 23, 2020 - 2:44 pm ·

Am absolutely swooning with that cover, John! Well done. And continued success with the book reviews.

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 3:11 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Monika. 😁
  
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Jessica Bakkers · October 23, 2020 - 5:54 pm ·

You should stick that John-Ku on a T-Shirt. That’s damn good advice. Glad to hear the wheels are in motion re your sequel 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · October 23, 2020 - 9:13 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Jessica.
  
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Baydreamer · October 24, 2020 - 8:37 pm ·

Love your JohnKu, John, and so excited to hear a sequel may be coming… 🙂 Happy weekend!

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1. John W. Howell · October 25, 2020 - 7:19 am ·
  
  Thank you, Lauren.
  
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robertawrites235681907 · October 25, 2020 - 10:11 am ·

I am glad to hear you still look forward to weekends, John, even though you are retired. That is nice to know.

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1. John W. Howell · October 25, 2020 - 8:06 pm ·
  
  Yes it is a good thing. Thanks, Robbie.
  
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Book Club Mom · October 25, 2020 - 7:28 pm ·

Good advice to make sure we feel good about what we do, but even better to remember that sometimes the solution is to change ourselves.

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1. John W. Howell · October 25, 2020 - 7:47 pm ·
  
  So true, Barbara. 😁
  
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Jennie · October 25, 2020 - 8:37 pm ·

One of the best and timeless JohnKu postings. True words of wisdom.

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1. John W. Howell · October 25, 2020 - 9:03 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Jennie.
  
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  1. Jennie · October 26, 2020 - 6:40 am ·
    
    You’re very welcome, John.
    
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Jan Sikes · October 27, 2020 - 10:17 pm ·

I love this JohnKu! Rick used to talk about a fishbowl and if you are unhappy with your fishbowl, jump into another one, or into the ocean. 🙂 Wonderful about the sequel!

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1. John W. Howell · October 28, 2020 - 6:58 am ·
  
  Good advice from Rick for sure. Thanks, Jan
  
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