Author Archives: John W. Howell
Top Ten things not to do when trying to decide what to watch on TV
This post ran on October 6th, 2014. Since we all need to decide what to watch on TV, it still might be helpful. * * * Top Ten things not to do when trying to decide what to watch on TV This list was inspired by a recent visit to a friend’s house […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Municipal Court Week
Yes, the headline says it all. We are headed to the Lakeway Municipal Court, where they are holding an open house. No, you don’t need a speeding ticket to attend. We are catered by Launderette of Austin, and our entertainment is The Bobby Fuller Four. Menu EVERYTHING BISCUIT – sunny egg, bacon, upland cress, tomato, […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Blanket
The long wait is over. The Columbian soothin’ syrup fills the mug, and the aroma of those poor masticated beans covers the air like a blanket. Should we feel sorry for the beans? They were ripped off their bush home and forced into bags, held deep in the hold of a ship, only to emerge […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news comes from the Associated Press ‘I got my life back.’ Veterans with PTSD making progress thanks to service dog program JIM SALTER AP News KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — After working at a crowded and dangerous internment camp in Iraq, Air Force Staff Sgt. Heather O’Brien was brought home with her anxiety […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempest on the Hunt
“Well, it is hunting day, Ms Panther.” “Yeah, so you told me yesterday.” “I’ll finish my Yogi with a down dog, and we’ll be ready to go.” “There is something in the pantry.” “Pay attention ’cause I’m going to demonstrate on Pink Bunny.” “You aren’t going to hurt Pink Bunny, are you?” “Of course not. […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Courtroom
I opened Circumstances of Childhood randomly to page 189 and pointed at the page without looking. The word closest to my finger was “courtroom.” Courtroom by John W. Howell © 2024 “You may call your witness counselor.” “Thank you, Your Honor. The state calls Ms. Charlene Roste.” “Ms. Roste, do you swear to tell the […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do on Veteran’s Day
The ten things not to do are the same. On Veteran’s Day, do not fail to remember those veterans who served so that we all continue to enjoy our freedoms. If you know a veteran, tell them thanks for all of us.
Views of the Neighborhood – Car Show
Today, we are attending a car show in Bee Cave at the Galleria shopping center. There were so many cars that we won’t be able to see them all, but we can look at a sample of the more interesting ones. Ten Ten of Austin is catering, and our entertainment is (who other than) Steppenwolf. […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “Starts with Under.”
A bright new day is underway. (Is this poetry or what?) The Coffee machine senses the need for fast service. A mere touch of the start button sets a series of machinations in motion that end with an olfactory-pleasing mug of the life-saving elixir. Understanding the memory restoration properties of Columbia’s second most lucrative export, […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news comes from the Good News Network. Britain Celebrates Birth of Baby Bongo Antelope–with Fewer Than 100 Left on Earth By Andy Corbley –Nov 7, 2024 In an English safari park, keepers celebrate the arrival of a calf from the world’s most endangered antelope species, the eastern mountain bongo. Born October […]
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