Author Archives: John W. Howell
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – FriYay/Goodnews
Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network. Here is in its entireity. Australia’s Ocean Kelp Forest is Growing at Light Speed–Rivaling the Mighty Amazon for Absorbing CO2 By Andy Corbley Sep 19, 2022 Great forests of ocean kelp were found in a recent study to be between 4 and 11-times more […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy Discover Fall
“What the heck?” “These are acorns, Little one. They fell from the neighbor’s oak.” “I remember these from last year. I tried to eat one. Boy, are they bitter.” “These are not for eating. They are seeds that, if planted, will grow a new tree.” “They don’t smell like seeds.” “How do you know what […]
Guest – Staci Troilo Discusses The Haunting of Chatham Hollow #newbook
I am so pleased to be hosting a fellow Story Empire author today. Staci is here to talk about the book she and Mae Clair have collaborated on that I’m sure you will enjoy. I’m certain of this because Staci and Mae are two of the most talented writers around. So Staci welcome to Fiction […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #378 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 are a New First-Time Parent
This list appeared on November 23, 2015. Since parents are still having kids, I think it might be useful * * * This list was inspired by watching new parents having some challenges with raising their kids. Unfortunately, sometimes the stress was self-induced, and some good counseling could have avoided the scene. Top Ten […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Cornhole Tournament
Today we are going to the first annual cornhole tournament in Lakeway. It is a double elimination open to teams of two. We are being catered by Craig Os Pizza. Our entertainment is Menu SPECIALTY PIZZAS House Special Pizza sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, caramelized onions, roasted green peppers Margarita Olive Oil, Mozzarella, Fresh […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Ring
Listening for the last wheeze that indicates the life fluid machine is finished with the ground, hot water soak, and dispensing procedure that has to proceed the soothing effects of the brew. Cup to lips and several long draughts release the brain from fog and rain. Now enlightened, the first thought turns to […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s story comes from the Good News Network. Here it is without editing. World’s Largest Container Line is Rerouting its Fleet to Avoid Collisions with Endangered Blue Whales By Andy Corbley Sep 13, 2022 Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has taken a major step to help protect blue whales and other cetaceans living and feeding […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy with Toys
“Hey, Lucy. Want to play tug ‘o war?” “Umm, I was thinking more about who can keep their eyes closed the longest.” “Oh, come on. This thing is fun. It is almost indestructible.” “It is the ‘almost’ part that worries me.” “So that’s a ‘no’ then?” “I guess we could consider it. What else is […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue # 377 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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