Author Archives: John W. Howell
Friday JohnKu – AKA -TGIF – FRI-Yay/Good News
100 Farmers, Neighbors Help Harvest Iowa Farmer’s Crops After He Died Suddenly From Cancer BY LOUISE CHAMBERS TIME NOVEMBER 26, 2022 Paul Baker, courtesy of Melissa Baker Today’s good news story was brought to my attention by blogger and author Noelle Granger. It comes from the Epoch Times Newsletter, and here it is in its […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy Face the Cold (Again)
“Whoa, It’s chilly out here.” “It is for sure, Little One. I wonder what happened.” “Whattya mean ‘what happened?’” “It was so warm yesterday.” “Well, this is Texas, after all.” Where you going?” “There’s some sun over there. I’m going to see if it’s warmer.” “Any warmer?” “Maybe a little, but it’s hard to say.” […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue # 388 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 Shopping for the Holidays
This post was run on November 30th, 2015. Since we still have holidays and shopping, maybe it will be helpful. I hope you enjoy it. * * * Top Ten Things Not to do While Shopping for the Holidays The inspiration for this list is some years of watching the same mistakes made […]
Views of the Neighborhood – What’s Left in the Garden.
Today we are not going far from home. Since we have had some cold weather, it is time to check the garden and see what remains after a mild freeze. We are catered by Patrizi’s. To view the menu click on the link. Pay no attention to the prices. I’ve got this. Our entertainment is […]
Stream of Conscousness Saturday
The aroma of freshly brewed coffee fills the kitchen as the brown brew heads south into the double-sided glass mug. A touch of half and half turns the liquid into a pleasant caramel color. A sip and gulp bring a smile, and the effects of the caffeine reach the brain. The unfortunate side effect of […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF Fri-Yay Good News
Today’s good news story comes from ABC News and Milwaukee affiliate WISN. Here it is as reported on MSN. First responders adopt dogs they helped rescue from plane crash Story by Meredith Deliso • First responders who raced to the scene after a plane carrying more than 50 shelter dogs crash-landed onto a Wisconsin golf […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Happy Thanksgiving
“Since it is Thanksgiving, we want to wish you the best.” “Right, Twiggy, and also to give you a smile with the following meme.” Happy Thanksgiving from all of us. (We closed comments, so all you have to do is laugh)
Guest Post – Harmony Kent – #newbook Sorrowful Soul
Today I am very happy to host a fellow Story Empire contributor and friend, Harmony Kent. She is here to share information about her latest book of poetry. So please welcome Harmony to Fiction Favorites Thanks so much, John for hosting me today. It’s always wonderful to visit with you. Here’s a little bit I’d […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #387 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 your […]
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