Since we are coming to a close in 2021, I thought it would be fun to capture some of the past Views of the Neighborhood by giving a sample of some of the best subject views. We don’t have a catered event, but I’m sure you can remember some of the best menus. We won’t […]
This post ran on December 29th, 2015. I think there is still some relevant advice. I hope you enjoy it even though it ran one day early. * * * Since this is Monday, you should expect a Top Ten list. This week will be the same as the others for the last year. So […]
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Two widowed penguins seemingly comfort one another as they gaze upon Melbourne’s lights. St Kilda, Australia. Tobias Baumgaertner, Finalist Community Choice Award An excerpt of a story by By Margherita Cole on December 29, 2020, in My Modern Met. For the whole story, click on Margherita’s name. In 2019, photographer Tobias Baumgaertner snapped a romantic […]
“Hey, Lucy. I thought you didn’t like sweaters.” “Mom wants a photo with me in it.” “Wow. You are barely in it.” “I know it’s a little tight.” Hey Mom. Lucy’s sweater is too tight.” “It will be fine for one photo.” “Thanks anyway, Little One. Might need a Supreme Court ruling.” “Tell you what, […]
I am so pleased to welcome Lisa Burton back to my blog today. Lisa is the assistant to Craig Boyack, the author of the Lantern series, and so much more. Lisa is here to tell us about Craig’s new book, The Wreck of the Lanternfish, which is the last book in the Lanternfish Trilogy. I […]
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.combefore 6pm on Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time is […]
This post originally ran on December 22, 2014. I think it still might give you a smile today. * * * This list is inspired by the holiday season and is a result of watching the behavior of folks as we get nearer to the final day. As with all my lists, there is […]
Since this is the last Sunday before Christmas, I thought it would be fun to cruise the neighborhood and take in some decorations. Also, since we are going out at night, I thought it would be good to have desserts. We are being catered by Spot in New York City. Our entertainment is Bruce Springsteen. […]
Figuring it would be a good idea to get out of the chest, I found purchase on the sides and, with some effort, lifted myself out. It was a shortfall to the ground, and with some degree of grace, I landed softly on my face. Unhooking my feet from the rim of the chest, I […]
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