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I am sure like me, there have been times when you have wondered what difference might have been made to your life, if your younger self had been gifted with the experience and knowledge you have accumulated over the years. I invited several friends from the writing community to…
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 […]
Here is a post from May 4th, 2015, that has some advice that may still be worthwhile. I hope you enjoy it. * * * This list was inspired by reading a story about a person who had a dream that they were a Lotto winner and went out and bought new cars before the […]
Today we are going on an Easter Egg hunt and more. Our destination is Lakeway park, and it should be a lot of fun. We are catered by Café No Sé in Austin. Our entertainment is Shania Twain. Menu avocado toast, soft boiled egg, crème fraîche, arugula, Aleppo carrots smoked salmon bagel, salmon, hard-boiled egg, […]
How to begin this week’s post is a conundrum. A start with a cup of coffee is always a smart thing. While waiting for the magic machine to pump out the life-giving elixir, contemplation can occur. Perhaps a mnemonic device is needed. Maybe a nonsensical phrase will work. How now, brown cow comes to […]
Today’s Good News story comes from the United States Marines. Here is the story as told by NBC News in San Diego. Good Boy: San Diego Marine’s Mascot Received a Major Promotion Manny, the bulldog mascot, is moving up the ranks in the Marines By Mackenzie Stafford • Published April 1, 2022, • Updated on […]
“It looks like the noise monster has taken the leaves.” “You have to believe the boss took care of them, Little One.” “I kinda miss them. I liked the smell.” “I don’t like walking on them. Those oak leaves stick to my paws.” “You coming out to the patio?” “I think I might take a […]
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 […]
Top Ten Writing Things Not to Discuss with Anyone Who’s Not a Writer 10 If you are a writer, do not discuss how hard it is to write. If you do, at best, you’ll get an eye roll. At worst, you’ll be talking to someone who disarms bombs for a living and will laugh […]
Today we are going to cruise the neighborhood in search of Talavera pottery. Here is what we are looking for, according to Wikipedia. Talavera pottery (Spanish: Talavera poblana) is a Mexican and Spanish pottery tradition from Talavera de la Reina, in Spain. The Mexican pottery is a type of majolica (faience) or tin-glazed earthenware, with […]
