Author Archives: John W. Howell
Saturday Stream of Consciousness – Prompt – Hope
I was lounging in the backyard, thinking pure thoughts about the world at large. All of a sudden, I heard what sounded like a police whistle, and a guy who looked like the McDonald’s Hamburgerler jumped over the fence and landed flat-footed in front of me. “May I help you?” I said. His […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF
Friday came just in time for me. I have pushed myself so hard since the 5th of July I need another weekend off. I hope you know that I’m kidding. I think I’ve been reading too many Twitter trending tweets. I saw an article that stated in June, 100% of the COVID deaths in […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Another Hole.
“Every time I turn around, somebody’s doing something.” “What’s wrong, Twiggy?” “There’s a big old hole here in the yard. I knew this would happen.” “What do you mean, ‘I knew this would happen?’” “I tried to bark those guys to St Louis, and Mom put me inside.” “What guys?” “The guys with shovels and […]
Wednesday Story Day – AKA – Hump Day
It’s Wednesday Story Day time again, and last week we overheard as Cortez told Larry that he plans to take all the hostages with him and needs a second car. Cortez’s decision does work into the plan to get a delay. Unfortunately, having all the hostages around him will make the job of the […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #310 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 next Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time […]
Top Ten Things Not to do at a School Reunion
This post was originally run on July 6th, 2015. Since several reunions are going on this summer, I thought you would enjoy it again. Top Ten Things Not to do at a School Reunion 10 If you attend a school reunion, do not pose for photos that you don’t know where they will […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Fourth of July Parade
Here is the schedule of events for the Fourth. Today we will be going to the parade. Since the City of Lakeway is buying hot dogs, chips, and drinks, we won’t need to cater for this event. Also, there are a few bands in the parade, so we won’t need outside entertainment. The parade […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Contains IGH
I had just finished my coffee and was looking at an enormous weed that had grown overnight on the lawn. All of a sudden, a little shadow was starting to spread around the weed. Looking up, I could see a still small square getting larger by the second. My brain finally clicked and realized […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF
Before we begin I just want you to know I have a story published on Vocal Media. It is titled The Last Hum – Before the end. If you visit and like the story you can hit “like.” Here is the link https://vocal.media/fiction/the-last-hum Yes, it is Friday again. Always nice to see it. I think […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy in a Construction Zone
“What the heck is all this mess?” “I don’t know, Little One, but I suspect the Boss has been watching a do-it-yourself video.” “This trench is all filled with water. That can’t be right.” “I would agree. Where is the Boss anyway?” “I don’t know, but it looks like a lot of dirt that needs […]
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