Author Archives: John W. Howell
Thursday – A Little Personal – Tempeste and Twiggy at Play (sort of)
“Well, Twiggy. Looks like another day.” “Yes, it is. A new opportunity for fun and learning.” “What kind of fun and learning?” “We can start off with a jungle ruckus.” “Great idea. The Panther strikes fast and first.” “Hey, we didn’t say go.” “The early bird gets the worm.” “I’ll show you early bird and […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Contemplation
Today, I opened Our Justice randomly to page 151. I pointed to the page with my eyes closed, and the word contemplation was closest to my finger. Contemplation by John W. Howell © 2024 “You’re quiet.” “Yeah.” “Is it a contemplation, or are you not feeling well?” “A little of both, I suppose.” “Aw. What […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do Yourself
This post ran on October 2, 2017. I’m still heeding its advice. I hope you find it useful too. Top Ten Things Not to Do Yourself 10 If your electrical service is out, do not try to diagnose and fix the problem. If you do, at best, you’ll melt a screwdriver. At worst, the jolt […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Halloween Decorations
Today, we will cruise the Neighborhood and look for Halloween decorations. Acre 41 of Austin will cater our event, and Mitch Ryder will entertain us. Menu Faroe Islands Salmon – ACRE 41 Specialty Item. Wild rice, manchego roasted asparagus, heirloom tomato salsa Gulf Shrimp and Grits – charred corn, bacon, white cheddar, grits, blistered tomato, […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Clip
A note on the coffee machine held in place by a clip made a heart-stopping announcement: THE MACHINE IS OUT OF ORDER. This is the message from hell. There is no signature and, therefore, no avenue of appeal. How can the machine be out of order? What manner of trickery is this? Who is responsible? […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news comes from the Good News Network. Huge environmental win’: Australia to Protect 52% of its Oceans, More Than Any Other Country By Andy Corbley–Oct 10, 2024 Over 10,000 square miles of protected area will be added to the Heard and McDonald Islands in Australia’s far southern territorial waters. Coupled with other […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste at Play
“The panther spots the unsuspecting puma in the valley.” “The puma senses a lurking presence.” “The panther goes for the throat.” “The puma wards off the attack.” “The panther finds herself in a bit of trouble.” “The puma gives the panther a chance to surrender.” “The panther breaks the hold and parries with a jaw […]
I’m at Bad Moon Rising with Teri Polen
I am honored to participate with Teri in her Bad Moon Rising feature, where 31 authors answer Teri’s questions and hopefully reveal something different about themselves. Come on over and join in the fun. Comments are closed, but here is the link: https://teripolen.com/2024/10/09/badmoonrising-the-last-drive-by-john-w-howell-supernatural-thriller-historical-2/ Teri Polen reads and watches horror, sci-fi, and fantasy. The […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Recognized
Today, I randomly opened Circumstances of Childhood to page 177 and pointed to the page with my eyes closed. Under my finger is the word ‘recognized.’ Our prompt. Recognized by John W. Howell © 2024 “Why the clown mask. You going to a party?” “I don’t want to be recognized.” “By whom?” “That guy standing […]
Top Ten Things Not to Say in a Text
This post ran on October 28th, 2019. I think it still may have some merit. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Say in a Text 10 If you are texting, do not say, “Will you marry me?” If you do, at best, your intended battery has failed. At worst, your reply will be […]
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