Well, the week is almost over. Eight more hours, and it will be weekend eve. Quite a week, actually. The Superbowl was an excellent game. For one who had no allegiance to either team, I certainly found the game better than the commercials. That last nine minutes was almost classic in its come from […]
“So what, are we doing out here, Lucy?” “I thought we were going to play ball.” “I think I can see my breath.” “I don’t doubt it, Little One. I’m calling mom.” “What is taking so long? I swear it is freezing out here.” “I’m not sure. It’s like we have been abandoned.” “Okay, you […]
It is Wednesday Story Day again, and last week, we witnessed the arrival of Lake Tahoe’s finest. Yes, once again, Larry and Andrew are under suspicion of breaking the law. Jerry Foster is standing around, waiting to see what will happen. I know the officer has returned from contacting his dispatch to check on Larry […]
In Keith’s words. “On to this week’s challenge: 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 next Sunday (if you […]
Because of the Super Bowl getting in the way of my creative time, I am republishing a post from February 6th of 2017. I hope you enjoy. *** The inspiration for this list came from looking at possible spa vacations and then deciding to pass after reviewing all the material. I hope you enjoy the […]
The Activity Center in Lakeway is a hectic place. There are events and classes every day. Today I wan,t to highlight an event that takes place during January and February. It is the brown bag music sessions held on Thursdays. There is a signpost up ahead. Let’s go investigate. As you can see, the event […]
It is Stream of Consciousness Saturday time again, and this week’s prompt is “choices.” Not just any choices mind you. Let’s let Linda Hill explain in her words. “Your Friday prompt for Stream of Consciousness Saturday is “choices.” Base your post on the subject of making small, uneventful choices. Enjoy!” If you would like […]
The week seems to have flown by. Not sure why. Maybe it is because it has been a busy one. I have received most of the beta reader comments on my WIP. I have been very pleased with the quality of the suggestions. Beta-reader comments are seldom a surprise to me because they usually are […]
“Hey, Little one. How about a game of Jolly ball.” “Um. I’m kind of busy right now.” “Busy? Doing what?” “I’m looking for acorns.” “Acorns? You know you are not supposed to chew those. They’re not good for dogs.” “I’m not going to chew them.” “What are you going to do then?” “I’m going to […]
It is Wednesday Story Day again and last week Jerry’s landlord walked in asking a lot of questions and then fingered the three to the police as possible trespassers. This was all after a bunch of guys made toothpicks out of Jerry’s door. So, our boys are about to get a visit by a […]



















