Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Make a Note

~ John W. Howell

A picture of a string with drops of water- the logo for SoCS

 

A nice sit on the back porch and a concert by the cardinal intent to broadcast his availability is interrupted by a tone on my phone. (I didn’t mean that rhyme.) A quick look on the screen shows a large box on the porch. Thank heavens it didn’t fall into the backyard, is my thought while going through the unlock process.

A gate of steel rolled back, four bolts unlocked, two crossbars lifted, and the front door is thrown open. A mental note is made to replace all this stuff with a security sensor. There is nothing on the box to indicate the contents or sender, but the assumption is it’s from Linda Hill. A walk around the box reveals nothing.

All of a sudden (Love that), a whirring noise accompanies the slow rise of the top of the box. The decision was made to step back just as the top fell to the driveway. Inside the box, a strange green color glows as a hand clutching some kind of gun rises from within.

Soon a green helmated character in a green skirt follows the hand. “Where’s the kaboom? There was supposed to be an earth-shattering kaboom,” says the character. The realization comes to me that this is Marvin the Martain in person. I immediately apologize for the lack of a kaboom, and Marvin hands me an envelope. (Of course)

Marvin continues to rise and disappears in a large fluffy cloud. I open the envelope to find a message. Here is what it says, Your Friday prompt for Stream of Consciousness Saturday is “make a note.” Do with it what you will. Have fun!

If you would like to have fun, visit Linda’s blog and read how easy it is. Here is the link. https://lindaghill.com/2022/07/08/the-friday-reminder-and-prompt-for-socs-july-9-2022/

Make a note by John W. Howell © 2022

“I don’t even remember Marvin the Martain.”

“I made a note to look up the Warner Brother’s characters and was surprised that he’s been around since 1948.”

“That’s hard to believe.”

“Yeah, I know.”

“What is the fascination with these characters anyway?”

“No real explanation other than I always liked them and find them fun.”

“So they become part of your intro.”

“Exactly.”

“And you aren’t nuts.”

“I don’t think so.”

“I’m going to make a note.”

“About what?”

“To ask for an appearance by Foghorn Leghorn.”

“Really?”

“Yes, really.”

“That is so easy to arrange.”

“I would love that.”

“Consider it done.”

“Calls for a Voo Doo Ranger.”

“Or two. I’m buying.”

“Even better. I’ll do Über.”

“Done.”

 

 

91 thoughts on “Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Make a Note”

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    2. Looks I started a comment and fell asleep, that’s dangerous!!
      I had not heard of Marvin the Martian! But Foghorn Leghorn yes I know him …. Bring him on!! 💜💜💜

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  8. I’ve always loved to hear a cardinal intent on broadcasting in the morning. Or anytime. You do have a way with words. Most excellent use of the prompt. Looking forward to more Looney Tunes.

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    1. Super song, Jill. Marvin was first a cartoon in 1948 so he was ahead of My Favorite Martin. Happy Saturday to you * sung to the tune of Young Girl by Gary Puckett. (Notice the theme) 😁

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  10. My vote goes for Beaky Buzzard and the baby bumble bee. Bonus points if you don’t sing the “Won’t my momma be proud of me” song. Bring on the Voodoo Ranger…

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  11. Marvin the Martian was one of the first cartoon characters I recall growing up. He kind of “flew under the radar” compared to other, more famed Tunes characters…but I think he’s come to be more appreciated today as he continues to be utilized in popular culture.

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  16. Marvin the Martian is one of my family’s favourites! (Especially one of my brothers-in-law). So happy he has come by, even if it was sans kaboom!
    Happy Saturday, John!

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  19. It looks like I fell asleep while commenting! Sorry! I have never heard of Marvin the Martian! But I have heard of Foghorn Leghorn and I love him bring him on 💜💜💜

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  23. I do not remember Marvin the Martian, but I love Foghorn Leghorn! Actually, I had a question for two crows who were outside yesterday, “Are you Heckle and Jeckle?” They looked at me! Then I pointed south to Texas. I hope they make it soon. 🙂

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  26. loved reading this – might have to give these writing prompts a try, i always liked a fun writing challenge! had to give you a follow and will be reading some of your other writing prompt stories 👍🏼

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    1. I’m so glad you stopped by. Yes, if you like to write, prompts are the way to go. They give me a break from my novels for sure. Thanks for the comment. 😊

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  27. So, Voo Doo Ranger is a beer?

    I had no idea Marvin was 74 years old. He’s really aging well. I guess that’s the luck of being Martian.

    Anyway great to hear Foghorn will be arriving by Uber. 🙄

    I’ll miss all of the security paraphernalia when you get sensors…..

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