Today we are going to hunt down signs of spring. Since this is the first day of spring, there must be signs, so we will find them. We are being catered by the Cherrywood Coffee House in Austin to fuel our adventure. Our entertainment is The Loving Spoonful. Menu BENEDICT  poached eggs nestled on a […]

  Walking toward the coffee maker in the kitchen, a flash out of the corner of my eye caused me to look out the window into the backyard. Sure enough, something had fallen onto the turf. Not wanting to hallucinate, the decision is made to get coffee and then investigate the object. The machine did […]

  Here is a good news story about folks helping Ukraine hosts in need. I’m producing it here in its entirety. People Are Booking So Many Airbnbs in Ukraine–They Raise $2M for Hosts in Need, and Never Even Check-in By Andy Corbley – Mar 10, 2022 From March 2nd to March 3rd, people from around […]

What’s all this stuff, Lucy?” “These are spring plants, Little One.” “This one has no scent. So how are we supposed to know what it is?” “You have to study them. That is an impatiens.” “Funny name. It doesn’t seem in a hurry.” “Now these I will remember. They have a smell.” “Yes. Those are […]

In Keith’s words. “Using this photo (below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put it (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before 6pm on Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time […]

  I no longer live in an area with a homeowners association. This post was published on March 9th, 2015, when I did. If you live in an HOA, maybe there is a helpful tip or two.   Top Ten Things Not to do While Attending a Home Owners Association Annual Meeting 10 If you […]

A couple of weeks ago, I indicated that a fun walk/run was supposed to take place but was canceled due to the weather. Well, last weekend the event took place, and due to the magic of photography, we can attend today. Our event is catered by Bouldin Creek Cafe in Austin. Because of many requests, […]

A leisurely Saturday is usually de rigor. There is no trip to the store purposely planned for the day. Coffee brewing and the memory of a carrot chomping bunny way in the past ensure the day’s outlook looks hopeful. With cup in hand and a check of the Ring, camera gives me the assurance that […]

Here is today’s good news story courtesy of My Modern Met. Here is the story in its entirety NFL Player Surprises 11-Year-Old Fan by Escorting Her to a Daddy-Daughter Dance After Her Dad’s Death By Arnesia Young on February 14, 2022 Father-daughter dances are special occasions that many young girls eagerly look forward to. And […]

  Today is the International Day of Awesomeness. And it allows us to shine the spotlight on a truly remarkable person  Sally Cronin. Sally’s place is a hangout for indie authors. One visit there, and you will realize that this is the place to visit, follow, and participate in all that Sally Offers. She will […]