Author Archives: John W. Howell
Views of the Neighborhood – Art in Bee Cave
We are off to Bee Cave Texas a town three miles up the road. They are holding an art show on the common ground of the Galleria of Shops. We will be catered by Bufalina of Austin. Our entertainment is Robert Palmer Menu Salad bibb salad – mustard vinaigrette, soft herbs, honey crisp apple caesar […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “Left Alone”
We finally reach the destination to meet with the boss. Being left alone with duct tape wrist binders, a black cloth bag over my head, and no coffee has me a bit rattled. Trying hard to pick up any sounds that could give me a hint of my whereabouts proves fruitless. There are no […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay Good News
Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network. Watch Tiny Dog Sprint After Coyote While His Puppy Pal is Being Attacked in the Backyard By Andy Corbley Jun 1, 2023 In California, a little dog was saved from a prowling coyote when his friend, 10 lbs. Maltese, “hero in a fur suit,” […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy Visit No Dog’s Land
“Lucy. What are we doing back here in no dog’s land?” “I thought we should get out more and see new things.” “Yeah, but we never come to this part of the yard.” “You have to ask yourself why.” “No, I don’t. I know why. “Okay, want to fill me in?” “This part of the […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Claims
The idea of a finger-point prompt is to open a book at a random place and, without looking, point to the page. The word or words closest to the pointing finger becomes the prompt. For example, today, I opened The Last Drive to page 151. The word closest to the pointing finger is “claims.” Claims […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do on Memorial Day
As I have written on past Memorial Days, all ten things not to do on this day are the same. Do not fail to remember those who gave their lives to keep us free. I’ve closed comments and hope you have a grateful, peaceful, and thoughtful Memorial Day.
Views of the Neighborhood – Looking for Blooms
Today we are going to cruise the neighborhood looking for anything blooming. It is still a little early for the crape myrtles to be fully out, but maybe we can catch a glimpse of some early bloomers. We are being catered by Salt Lick BBQ of Driftwood, TX. Our entertainment is The Turtles. Menu So […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Sink/Sank/Sunk
The soft whirr of beans meeting blades is followed by the olfactory stimulation that only coffee can produce before hitting the cup in a consumable form. The steady flow of the intoxicating liquid is finished with a cap of crema that only a machine with instrument DNA can produce. There it is. My route […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay Good News
Today’s good news story comes from station KDKA, the CBS affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA. ‘Guardian angel’: Mt. Lebanon mail carrier saves disabled veteran who fell into road BY SHELLEY BORTZ – MAY 23, 2023 / 5:59 PM / CBS PITTSBURG MT. LEBANON, Pa. (KDKA) — A local disabled veteran is calling his postal […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy Discuss Characters
“Remember two weeks ago when you thought about being a werewolf, Little One?” “Sure, I remember. I know there were a lot of comments about it from folks.” “Are you still considering that option?” “You know there are so many downsides I’ve pretty much decided not to be a werewolf.” “What are you considering now. […]
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