This post ran on December 10, 2018. Since the anniversary of the Pilgrims’ arrival is approaching, I thought preparing would be a good idea. * * * The pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock on December 11, 1620. If you were there, here is a list to help you stay out of trouble. Top Ten Things […]
Today, we are traveling to Lakeway City Hall, where the 2024 Lakeway Photo Festival winners are displayed. The Festival is sponsored by The Lakeway Arts Committee and is an annual event. We are catered by This Too Shall Pass of Austin. Our entertainment is Paul Simon singing Kodachrome. Menu GOAT CHEESE BALLS – FRIED BASIL […]
How cool is this? My coffee was waiting for me when merely approaching the machine. How that happened is anybody’s guess, but it seemed like a nice thing to have happened. After the first sip, the time travel clock came to mind. The time is set to November 30th, 1924. The place is Cleveland […]
Today’s good news story is from the Good News Network. More Than 30 Stranded Whales Rescued in New Zealand by People Lifting Them on Sheets By Andy Corbley –Nov 28, 2024 After a pod of more than 30 pilot whales were stranded on a New Zealand beach, over a thousand volunteers and professionals organized to […]
“We wish you and those you love a very Happy Thanksgiving.” “You said that very well, Twiggy.” “Thank you, Tempeste. I think it’s cause we mean it.” “Can’t beat the truth.”
Today, I randomly opened Circumstances of Childhood to page 251 and pointed to the page without looking. The word closest to my finger is “call.” Call by John W. Howell © 2024 “There is a call for you.” “For me? I don’t know anyone who would call.” “Well, it is obvious that it’s for you.” […]
This post ran on November 25, 2019. I thought it would be fun to reread it since this is Thanksgiving week here in the US. * * * George Washington proclaimed November 25 as a day of Thanksgiving in honor of the new constitution. This day has been used to set Thanksgiving as the last […]
Today, we are on a quest to find any Thanksgiving decorations available in the neighborhood. Traditionally, Thanksgiving is somewhat ignored in terms of decorating, so we are off to see if we can find any. We are catered by Caroline of Austin. Our entertainment is Nat King Cole. Menu Biscuits & Gravy – buttermilk biscuits, […]
The black machine just sits, waiting for a command. The touchpad offers selections to please every coffee lover’s taste. The conundrum is which to select. There’s the Americano, flat white, cappuccino, Latte, espresso, single cup, and double cup. My finger follows its muscle memory and selects the double cup. The icon lights up to let […]
Today’s good news comes from the Good News Network. You may have seen this story, but I think Captain Wardle’s action is worth another look. Today is also the anniversary of the assassination of John F. Kennedy in Dallas Sixty years ago. I think he would like this story as well. United Pilot Orders 30 […]
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