Author Archives: John W. Howell
A Voice in the Silence by DL FIinn. #newbook
Please join me in Welcoming an old friend and Story Empire fellow member D. L. Finn. She has a new paranormal adventure and she wants to tell you about it. So without further delay here is Denise. Thank you for having me visit your blog today, John, to celebrate the release of A Voice in […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue # 365 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 it (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before 6pm on Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do in a Fast Food Drive Through
This list was originally posted on September 26th, 2016. Since drive-throughs still exist, I think the advice will be helpful. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do in a Fast Food Drive Through 10 If you are going to a drive-through, do not ask the order taker for a dining recommendation. If you do, […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Crape Myrtles in Bloom
Happy Father’s Day and Happy Juneteenth. The crape myrtles have been late blooming this year. They have finally made an appearance, and we need to go and check them out. I have to say, some of the shots are a little subdued due to the hazy conditions this week. So that we don’t go hungry […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Cent/Scent/Sent
The usual Saturday ritual of watching paint dry coffee brew has been completed. A sip of the restorative elixir assures one that life is indeed worth living. A stroll past the windows reinforces the fact that the entire world seems to share the same thought. A second sip and deep sigh proceed, looking forward […]
Friday Johnku – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s Good News story comes from the good news network. Here it is in its entirety. Woman About to be Evicted Was Saved By Neighbors Who Bought the Home For Her By Andy Corbley June 14th, 2022 ABC 5/KSTP After being threatened with eviction, a retiree was able to buy the house she had rented […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Overcast Day with Twiggy and Lucy
“Hey, Lucy. Where you going?” “To the patio to catch some rays.” “Do you happen to take a look at your shadow?” “Shadow. What shadow?” That’s what I mean. No sun.” “Yeah, but a nice laydown would feel good.” “The laydown didn’t work out, huh?” “You were right about the sun. Where did it go?” […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #364 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 it (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before 6pm on Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do at a Realtor Open House
This list was originally posted on August 22, 2016. Since then, the real estate market has exploded, and I’m not sure realtors even have open houses. These days usually list the home and give buyers a week to submit a bid. Someday, the old ways will come back, and this list may be handy […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Skypark Open House
Today we are going to attend the Lakeway Autopark open house. This event doesn’t take place often, but this was the weekend for it. We are boing catered by Matties of Austin and music by the (who else) B52’s Menu Biscuits + Chorizo Cream Gravy˚ with scrambled eggs Milk Punch French Toast macerated strawberries, candied […]
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