Author Archives: John W. Howell
The Last Drive Blog Tour with Pete Springer
Today is the kick-off of The Last Drive tour. I’m so pleased to be with Pete today. You can visit his post HERE. We have been following each other for a little over three years. In that time, I’ve come to know Pete as a community-oriented, family man who is serious about getting his new […]
The Last Drive Tour Begins
If you are looking for the Top Ten Things Not to Do post here normally, I hope I don’t disappoint you. It is time to do recognition work on my latest novel, The Last Drive. From tomorrow until February 7th, twenty-six bloggers have graciously volunteered to host the tour. Since I only do this […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Happy New Year
Lucy and Twiggy want to wish you and yours a very Happy and Prosperous New Year. But, of course, that goes for the Producer and me as well. The comments are closed. Happy New Year
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt New/Knew
It is the last day of 2022, and the coffee machine cited rule 73 of the Amalgamated Artificial Intelligence League contract. In short, the rule states that any AI required to work more days than the standard year will be compensated or given time off in return. This rule isn’t new and has been […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network. Here it is with few modifications. Christmas Spirit Enfolds Korean Tourists During Blizzard –After They Knocked on This Guy’s Door By Andy Corbley –Dec 27, 2022 A group of South Korean tourists narrowly avoided a ruined vacation, with good fortune swapping it for an unforgettable […]
Thursday – Anything Possible – Lucy and Twiggy Out and About
“Well Lucy it looks like a beautiful day.” “It does little one. I’m glad that cold weather is gone for a while.” “What are you looking at over there?” “Oh, you know. The usual. Stray pumas, peacocks, squirrels, water buffalos.” “You would think you could spot one of those.” “I wish. It would be good […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #392 by Keith Channing
In Keith’s words. “Using this photo (below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before Sunday evening UK time. If you post it on […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do On The Day After Christmas
This list was first posted on December 26th, 2016. I think it is still good advice. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do on The Day After Christmas 10 On the day after Christmas, do not venture out to return gifts. If you do, at best, due to the lines, you will […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Happy Holidays
From our house to yours Wishing you the Happiest of Holidays and a Wonderful New Year.
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt “Cozy.”
The sound of coffee being produced by the AI that is the cursed machine brings a feeling of joy to the heart. It is coffee that seals the overall cozy feeling that life is worth living. Without coffee, a barren wasteland that is barely existence unfolds in front of even the most optimistic soul. […]
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