Author Archives: John W. Howell
Thursday – A Little Personal – Chilly Weather
“Wow, that was some storm last night. Look at our tent.” “Yeah, and it is chilly out here. Hey dad. What’s the temperature.” “Right now, it is 58 degrees (14.4C) but was 46 (7.7C).” “Way too cold for outside play.” “Hey, Mom, open up. A couple of freezing fur kids out here.” “Tempeste. Dad will […]
Guest Post – D.L. Finn #newbook – Miracles and Ghosts: A Christmas Collection
I am pleased to have Denise Finn as a guest today. She is a terrific writer and a lovely person. We go way back, and I’m happy she is launching a holiday collection. My copy arrived last week and I can’t wait to get to it. So, without any further delay, here is Denise. Thank […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Wave
I opened My GRL randomly to page 73. Without looking, I pointed to the page, and the word closest to my finger was “wave.” I will be away from my computer this morning and will not get to comments until later. Wave by John W. Howell © 2024 “Look out there.” “Where?” “Past the third […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do in the Rain
This post ran on December 15, 2014. It may come in handy since it still rains, and we have time before the big freezes. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do in the Rain 10 If you are in the rain driving your car, do not engage cruise control. If you do, at […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Travis County Safety Day
Today, we will get a taste of the safety services offered in Travis County. We are catered by Buenos Aires Cafe in Austin, and our entertainment is Billy Joel. Menu POLLO AL HORNO – Marinated free-range chicken breast roasted, fresh herbs & spices served with polenta & wilted spinach GNOCCHI – Pumpkin-cinnamon, sweet potato-chipotle, cilantro-jalapeno […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Chill
The message on the control pad was clear in its meaning. The lone word, “Chill,” meant coffee would be delayed. Drumming fingers on the kitchen counter does no good whatsoever. An eternity passes until the slow drool of lifesaving elixir begins from the twin spouts. Finally, I take a first sip, which comes just as […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – FriYay/Goodnews
Today’s good news Comes from The Good News Network. Boston Hospital Is Treating Food as Medicine with its Own Rooftop Garden By Andy Corbley –Oct 31, 2024 It’s a worldwide paradox: why is it so common for hospital food to be essentially bad for you? Tackling the problem head-on, Boston Medical Center—already one of the […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste and Contemplation
“Okay, girls. The sun will be up soon. What’s on the agenda today?” “Gee, Dad. We just got here. We need some time to contemplate.” “What has gotten into him?” “Beats me. I guess we better put our thinking caps on.” “Our what? What the heck is a thinking cap?” “It’s an expression for getting […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Prompt – Position
Today, I opened Circumstances of Childhood randomly to page 115. Without looking, I pointed at the page, and my finger fell closest to the word “position.” Position by John W. Howell © 2024 “So, what position do you play?” “I pretty much play them all.” “You’re kidding.” “No, I figured if I was going to […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do if You Have a Lousy Boss
This post ran on August 11th, 2014. I’m sure there are still lousy bosses out there. I hope you enjoy it. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do if You Have a Lousy Boss 10. If you have a lousy boss, do not try to curry favor. If you do, at best, […]
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