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Views of the Neighborhood – April Showers Bring May Flowers

For Cinco de Mayo, we are going to take a look at some of the blooming plants that have benefitted from the April rains. We are catered by Bambino of Austin. Our entertainment is   Menu PIZZA PIES GLUTIN FREE – 13-ish inches  parm & lemon choice of marinara or cacio é pepe ranch ROSSO […]

I am guesting with Barbara Vitelli known as Book Club Mom

If you do not know Barbara then this is a good time to become acquainted. She is a librarian, avid reader and big supporter of Indie authors. She also has a YouTube channel and has a wide variety of subject featured. Please give her a visit and explore her site. Be sure to wipe your […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway City Hall Art Show – Penny Jamrack – Artist

We are going to Lakeway City Hall to view Penny Jamrack’s art today. Her art is on display, sponsored by The Lakeway Arts District. Penny is originally from England but now spends time at her places in Australia, Montana, and Texas. She retired from software development to concentrate on her creative interests, especially watercolor and […]

Sally Cronin shares A Good News Story

Sally has a feature where she highlights posts from blogger’s archives. Today she is featuring a Good News story from September 28th 2023 from Fiction Favorites. Sally is. the biggest supporter of Indy authors on the planet and her site is worth a visit to check out how you can participate with her help. She […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do at the Oscar Ceremony

This post ran on February 23, 2015, but I think it will still be helpful should you ever get nominated for an Oscar. * * * Since next Sunday is the Oscar ceremony, I thought it would be nice to provide all of you Oscar nominees (You know, Best Screenplay from a novel) with a […]

A Top Ten List Featured by Sally G. Cronin

Sally has a regular feature called Posts from Your Archives. Today, she featured one of my Top Ten Lists. As you know, Sally is the biggest supporter of Indie authors. A visit to her blog is always a treat and a learning experience. Just visit some of her tabs, and you’ll see why. Thank you, […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Winter Tree Scenes

Today, we will look at the winter configuration of the trees in the neighborhood. (yeah, it’s a slow activity day here) We can see things that are usually not in view in the summer. We are catered by Ramin Del Barrio of Austin. Our entertainment is The Bangles. (All Ramen Bowls come with onion, lime […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy is a Little Slow

“Hey, Twiggy. What’s going on?” “Just chillin’ here.” “Here’s your ball. You want to play?” “I’m not sure. It’s one of those lazy days.” “Yeah, I think we all have them.” “I’m wondering what I hear in the kitchen?” “I think you might be hearing something. There’s nothing there.” “If I put my nose in […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Walk of Lights

The annual Lakeway Walk of Lights officially opened on Friday. Using my time travel alarm, we are going back to join the festivities. We’re being catered by Craigo’s pizza, and there are smores and hot chocolate as well. Our entertainment is Michael Bublé. Let’s go. The giant screen is playing A Christmas Story and one […]

Bad Moon Rising with Teri Polen

Today I am at Teri Polen’s place, participating in her Bad Moon Rising feature.  This feature is an annual event bringing together authors for the entire month. Teri has a set of questions that the authors can select to answer. The results are fun and often surprising. Come visit at https://teripolen.com/2023/10/11/badmoonrising-the-last-drive-by-john-w-howell-supernatural-thriller-historical/ Teri Polen reads and […]