Author Archives: John W. Howell
Tuesday- Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #390 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 if You Find Yourself Waiting Your Turn
This post originally ran on August 8th, 2014. I still like the advice and hope you enjoy it. * * * Here is the 59th installment of Ten Top Lists of What Not to Do. The inspiration for this came from standing in several lines Hope you like it. Top Ten Things Not to […]
Views of the Neighborhood – The Trail of Lights Opens.
Today we are going to attend the opening of the Trail of Lights in Lakeway, sponsored by the Lakeway Department of Parks and Recreation. Since this event starts at sundown, we will only have dessert. We are being catered by The Yard Milkshake Bar of Austin. Our entertainment is Pilot. Menu Let’s get rolling Although […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “Dict.”
Another night of worry about a random rocket seems to dissipate with the first sip from the fresh hot mug in my hand. All too soon, it is time to figure out what to do with the rocket, though. To that end, a visit to the bathtub has thankfully verified that Pepe La Peu […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Friyay/Good News
Today’s good news story is from the Good News Network; here is the story in its entirety. (some typos have been corrected) Once Devastated Pacific Reefs See Amazing Rebirth, Recovering With ‘Shocking Speed’ By Andy Corbley Dec 7, 2022 As remote as they were beautiful, the coral reefs around the 5 volcano tips making up […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy in the Warm Again
“What do you suppose happened out here?” “Looks like the trees have finally let go of their leaves.” “This yard was clean a day ago.” “I know. I think the chilly weather made the trees dump their leaves.” “I’m going to check out the patio and see what’s happening there.” “Now that the days are […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #389 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 While Creating Top Ten Lists
This list was first posted on July 14th, 2014. I think the advice still holds today. Of course, I seem to be the only one making top ten things not to do lists, so I will take it under advisement. I hope you enjoy it too. * * * Top Ten Things Not To […]
Views of the Neighborhood – The Falling Leaves
Very seldom do we get colors of fall here in this part of Texas. Given the drought situation, we did not expect much. Then suddenly, we got a little rain, and the trees said in unison, “Let’s go for it.” So today, we are going to see what they look like. We are being catered […]
Saturday Stream of Consciousness – Prompt – Twin/Tween
The coffee is on its way. The machine lives up to the promise of a perfect cup. One sip, and it is clear why the addiction to caffeine is so strong. The senses sharpen, and the mind becomes razor-sharp. Each sip adds to the overall enhancement of the carbon unit. The nose takes in […]
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