Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF

July 2, 2021 · by John W. Howell · in TGIF · 78 Comments

“Should we be laying in the road on Friday?”
“Huh? Road?”
“Yeah look at the stripes down the center.”
“Light from the windows.”
“Oh. Thank heavens.”

Before we begin I just want you to know I have a story published on Vocal Media. It is titled The Last Hum – Before the end. If you visit and like the story you can hit “like.” Here is the link https://vocal.media/fiction/the-last-hum

Yes, it is Friday again. Always nice to see it. I think everyone is looking forward to the Fourth of July holiday. Makes for a nice long weekend.

The City of Lakeway has reinstated the Fourth of July parade, so I’ll be there. It is being held on Saturday, so I will bring it to you on Views of the Neighborhood on Sunday. I always enjoy a Fourth of July parade. So I hope you will stop by.

Today’s JohnKu talks about our Country’s birthday. I hope you all enjoy the weekend.

One more year older,

The Democracy cradle . . .

Happy day to you.

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

78 comments

harmonykentonline · July 2, 2021 - 4:08 am ·

Happy 4th of July weekend, John and everyone. I look forward to the pictures! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 6:54 am ·
  
  Thank you, Harmony. 😁
  
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Chris The Story Reading Ape · July 2, 2021 - 4:49 am ·

I enjoyed the story, John 👍😃

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 6:55 am ·
  
  Thank you, Chris. tTrying to felx the genre comfort zone. 😊
  
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  1. Chris The Story Reading Ape · July 2, 2021 - 8:05 am ·
    
    👍😃
    
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    1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:38 pm ·
      
      Looks like I have a keyboard issue. Better check it.
      
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C B Ripley · July 2, 2021 - 5:08 am ·

Enjoy the parade!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 6:56 am ·
  
  Thank you, Chris. I love the Fourth. 😊
  
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Liz Gauffreau · July 2, 2021 - 5:20 am ·

Congratulations on the publication of your story, John! I enjoyed reading it. It had a Kafka-esque feel to it.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 6:57 am ·
  
  Thank you, Liz. That is a big compliment.
  
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  1. Liz Gauffreau · July 3, 2021 - 9:09 am ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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Joan Hall · July 2, 2021 - 5:58 am ·

Happy Friday, John. And Happy 4th of July. Looking forward to the parade photos.

I enjoyed your story.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 7:00 am ·
  
  Thak you so much, Joan.
  
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Writer Lori · July 2, 2021 - 6:07 am ·

Happy 4th, John! Wishing you, the Producer and the fur kids a fabulous weekend…

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 7:01 am ·
  
  Thank you, Lori. Wishing you the same. 🤗
  
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Dan Antion · July 2, 2021 - 6:26 am ·

Happy 4th of July weekend, John. Make sure the girls get to relax. I look forward to the parade photos and to reading your story. I’ll be heading over soon.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 7:02 am ·
  
  Thanks, Dan. It is afive minute read. 😊
  
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  1. Dan Antion · July 2, 2021 - 3:58 pm ·
    
    I enjoyed it very much.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 6:36 am ·
      
      Thank you. 😁
      
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Gwen M. Plano · July 2, 2021 - 6:31 am ·

I hope it’s a perfect weekend for you and yours. I loved your story — and today’s haiku. 🎇🎆🎇

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 7:03 am ·
  
  Thank you, Gwen. I’m hopeing you have a good weekend as well. Maybe throw some rest in there somewhere. ❤️
  
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quiall · July 2, 2021 - 6:47 am ·

OK, that was chilling! It reads like a Twilight Zone story.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 7:07 am ·
  
  Thank you, Pam. Chilling was what I was after. 😁
  
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Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections · July 2, 2021 - 6:59 am ·

Oh that Twiggy … but got to give Lucy credit for her patience. Happy Friday, John … and have a good holiday weekend.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 7:08 am ·
  
  Have a great fourth too, Frank. Thank you.
  
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Staci Troilo · July 2, 2021 - 7:11 am ·

Happy Independence Day!

I bet Twiggy is relieved she’s not really on the road. 😉 That surely deserves an ear scratch. And one for her sister.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 7:17 am ·
  
  I think she is relieved, Staci. They both thank you. 😊
  
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Charles Yallowitz · July 2, 2021 - 7:16 am ·

I’ve lost all concept of time. Thought it was still June. Happy 4th!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 7:17 am ·
  
  Yes indeed. Time marches on. 😳
  
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portmanguy · July 2, 2021 - 7:29 am ·

Congratulations on the story, John. The Fourth of July parade should be fun. Must have been a while since you saw that many people in one place.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:40 pm ·
  
  Yes. I have not been near anyone since the start of COVID. It will be interesting. Have a super weekend.
  
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Teri Polen · July 2, 2021 - 7:30 am ·

Happy 4th, John – enjoy the parade!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:40 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Teri. 😁 Have a super fourth too.
  
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kethuprofumo · July 2, 2021 - 7:40 am ·

What a success, dear John! My congratulations! 🍺🍤🍤🍤 I wish you wonderful barbeque time! 😁😁😁

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:39 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Dear Maria.🌹
  
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  1. kethuprofumo · July 2, 2021 - 4:43 pm ·
    
    🥂🥂🥂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 6:38 am ·
      
      🤗
      
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coldhandboyack · July 2, 2021 - 7:53 am ·

Great story, and Happy 4th.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:38 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Craig. Happy Fourth to you as well.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · July 2, 2021 - 11:10 am ·

The Hum was a great piece. I hope you enjoy your parade anf Happy 4th of sjuly!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:36 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Denise. Happy Fourth to you.
  
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Tails Around the Ranch · July 2, 2021 - 1:20 pm ·

Happy Fourth, John. Give those adorable 4-legged kids a nice belly and/or ear rub. Hope the fireworks don’t upset them.

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:34 pm ·
  
  They hate fireworks but they are illegal here so maybe we will be okay. I’m sure there will be some over enthusiastic celebrants legal or no.
  
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Tails Around the Ranch · July 2, 2021 - 1:21 pm ·

P.S. Congrats on the published article. I hit the post button too quick!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:32 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Monika.
  
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Dale · July 2, 2021 - 1:27 pm ·

What a fabulous story, The Hum was, John. Thanks for sending us over to read it.
As for today, Happy Friday and may your July 4th be wonderful! Enjoy the parade!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:32 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Dale. I’m glad you liked the story. 😁
  
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  1. Dale · July 2, 2021 - 4:27 pm ·
    
    I did!
    🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 6:36 am ·
      
      😊
      
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Debbie · July 2, 2021 - 2:05 pm ·

Happy Fourth of July weekend, John. We’ve got parades and fireworks returning this year, and I suspect they’ll be well-attended. Might have to get one of those Thunder Shirts for the Monkey though!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:31 pm ·
  
  Yes indeed. I have to tune in tomorrow between 6 and 7 AM. Looks like threat of rain so they may cancel. That would be typical. 😁
  
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OIKOS™- Art, Books & more · July 2, 2021 - 2:17 pm ·

A wonderful short story, John! Have a beautiful weekend, and a great celebration of the 4th! xx Michael

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:29 pm ·
  
  Thank you so much, Michael.
  
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Vashti Q · July 2, 2021 - 3:24 pm ·

Great story, John! Your Johnku is fabulous too. Have a happy 4th of July weekend, my friend!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:27 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Vashti. 😁
  
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Mae Clair · July 2, 2021 - 3:35 pm ·

Happy 4th of July, John. How fun that’ you’re having a parade. I hope I have a chance to hop online this weekend to check them out.
I loved The Last Hum. A great dystopian with an unexpected but slam-dunk ending!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2021 - 3:44 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Mae. Have a great Fourth. 😁
  
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Becky Ross Michael · July 2, 2021 - 9:19 pm ·

I enjoyed reading your story, John! Congrats on the publication!

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1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 6:44 am ·
  
  Thank you, Becky. 😊
  
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  1. Becky Ross Michael · July 3, 2021 - 9:40 pm ·
    
    You’re very welcome!
    
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circadianreflections · July 3, 2021 - 12:01 pm ·

Happy Independence Day, John!! I hope you have a lovely week-end and the parade is fun. I am looking forward to seeing your images of it.

I’ll go check out your audio story.

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1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 3:46 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Deborah.
  
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Teagan Riordain Geneviene · July 3, 2021 - 12:59 pm ·

I hope you enjoy the parade, John.
Congrats on Vocal. I read another author mention them. I felt uncomfortable giving them my social, so I didn’t finish signing up.
Anyhow, happy Independence Day weekend. Hugs!

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1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 3:44 pm ·
  
  They send money so they need your social in order to report your earnings to the IRS.
  
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  1. Teagan Riordain Geneviene · July 3, 2021 - 4:15 pm ·
    
    I just don’t recall having to give to Amazon or other paying outlets.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 8:09 pm ·
      
      You gave it to Amazon I’m almost sure.
      
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The Coastal Crone · July 3, 2021 - 2:03 pm ·

Your story was a rather grim reminder of the times we live in or could live in in the future. Well done! We won’t be going out for any parade so I will look forward to seeing yours.

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1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 3:42 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Jo. Happy Fourth.
  
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Baydreamer · July 3, 2021 - 2:32 pm ·

Great Ku, John, and Happy 4th to you, too! Hope you’re enjoying the parade and I look forward to the pics. I’m heading over to read your story now. 🌟🌟

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1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 3:39 pm ·
  
  We did a have a good time.
  
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Baydreamer · July 3, 2021 - 2:40 pm ·

Great story, John! Congrats and thanks for sharing!

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1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2021 - 3:38 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Lauren.
  
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Jennie · July 4, 2021 - 6:22 pm ·

Nice, John!

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1. John W. Howell · July 4, 2021 - 8:06 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Jennie.
  
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  1. Jennie · July 5, 2021 - 7:26 am ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · July 5, 2021 - 9:53 am ·
      
      😊
      
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Jan Sikes · July 5, 2021 - 10:52 pm ·

I really enjoyed your story on Vocal, John. And this is a fabulous JohnKu!

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1. John W. Howell · July 6, 2021 - 6:49 am ·
  
  Thnk you so much, Jan. I appreciate your comment. 😊
  
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