Author Archives: John W. Howell
Friday John Ku – AKA- TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Here is today’s good news story courtesy of My Modern Met. Here is the story in its entirety NFL Player Surprises 11-Year-Old Fan by Escorting Her to a Daddy-Daughter Dance After Her Dad’s Death By Arnesia Young on February 14, 2022 Father-daughter dances are special occasions that many young girls eagerly look forward to. And […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Honoring Sally G. Cronin @scg58
Today is the International Day of Awesomeness. And it allows us to shine the spotlight on a truly remarkable person Sally Cronin. Sally’s place is a hangout for indie authors. One visit there, and you will realize that this is the place to visit, follow, and participate in all that Sally Offers. She will […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Prompt – Kreative Kue # 350 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 If You Have Spring Fever
This post originally ran on March 15th, 2015. As we approach spring, it is worth another warning. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do If You Have Spring Fever 10 If you have spring fever, do not fall in love with everyone you see. If you do, at best, you will get […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Concert Time
Today we are going to a concert. It is about time we do some cultural things along with eating and drinking. The Band of the Hills which is a community band for all ages is having a concert at the Lakeway activity center. We are being catered Dim Sum by Wu Chow in Austin and […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “Way to Go”
Drumming my fingers on the counter, waiting for the orchestrated process that manufacturers a cup of coffee to be complete, the memory synapses kick in before caffeine. That darned bunny was the message relayed to the heart, lungs, stomach, and legs. Mercifully the machine finally delivered the soothing syrup designed to smooth out the […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s Good News story comes from the Good News Network. Here is the entire story. Former Marine Driving 1,000 Miles to Ukraine Border in Minibus Loaded with Supplies, Toys, and Blankets for Refugees by Andy Corbley March 3, 2022 Tom Littledyke A former UK Royal Marine has loaded a 16-seater minibus with sleeping bags, pillows, […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy Relax.
“Well, Little One. It is a gorgeous day. What do you want to do?” “It is beautiful for sure. I’m thinking sunbath.” “Sounds good for a while. Any interest in chasing that bird?” “Eh. I know him. He is way too fast. Bit of a tease too.” “I get that. Anything we need to track?” […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Prompt – Kreative Kue # 349 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 When Doing Your Taxes
Since it is Tax season, I thought you would enjoy a post from March 2, 2015, giving hints on what not to do while preparing your taxes. I hope you enjoy it. Top Ten Things Not to Do When Doing Your Taxes 10 When doing your taxes, do not rely on the brother-in-law’s advice on […]
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