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Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Chip
Approaching the coffee machine with trepidation is necessary, given past troubles. The touchscreen appears normal, and the system status lights are all green. Today may be a day of peace after all. A touch of the two coffee buttons brings the normal function of my dear friend to life. Sure enough, a cup is […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Farmer’s Market
Today, we are going to check out the Lakeway Farmers Market, which is a once-a-week happening during the summer. We are catered by Acre 41 of Austin. Our entertainment is Annie Ross Menu Eggs Your Way – bacon or sausage, breakfast potatoes, toast Spinach & Mushroom Egg White Omelet – havarti, breakfast potatoes, toast Smoked […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Wildlife of the Hill Country – Walk Part II
Yes, we are back to finish the wildlife of the hill country walk. These are animals that live all around us in Texas. If you missed part I here is a link. We are catered today by La Condsa in Austin. Our entertainment is Menu TOSTADA DE CALABAZA – requesón, pepita pesto, summer squash ENMOLADAS […]
I am Guesting with Sally Cronin Today
This header should look familiar. It belongs to Sally G Cronin, who has a very successful blog built on helping other Indie authors be more successful. Sally is an Indie author herself, and she has 18 books published. Today, she features my first book, My GRL. I am so grateful for her support and hope […]
I am with Esther Chilton today.
Esther has a guest author feature and she invited me to visit today. If you are not familar with Esther’s blog this is a great time to visit to see all the terrific things she has available. Thank you Esther for the opportunity.
Top Ten Things Not to Do When Grocery Shopping
This post was initially co-authored by Marie Bailey and me in 2014. Since we all still grocery shop, it might still be helpful. 10 When grocery shopping, do not go to the store on an empty stomach. If you do, at best, you will quiet your grumbling stomach with a candy bar or two […]
Resa McConaghy – Costume Designer – Honors Detour on the Eternal Road
Resa McConaghy had a decades-long career designing costumes in over 50 movies for stars like Kim Cattrall and Helen Mirren. When the film industry ground to a halt during Covid, she started upcycling old fabric into elaborate couture. Today, she honored me by designing Cloud Wear for Sam Tourneau, a protagonist in Detour on the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “i before e”
The desire for something different led to punching the Latte button instead of plain coffee. Had to stand back as the machine did its work. Much hissing and bubbling produced a tall glass of delightful milk foam and a layer of golden nectar. Someone called out my name, so I knew it was ready. While […]
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