“Hey, Twiggy. Want to go outside and ruckus?” “That sounds like fun. Let’s do it.” “I think we should start with a game of Panther and Puma.” “Always fun, Little One.” “Mom, we need to go out and play.” “Unless it’s an emergency. It’s too hot. It is 105°F (4o.5°C) out there” “What do you […]
Today, I randomly opened the award-winning book Eternal Road—The Final Stop to page 259 and placed my finger on the page without looking. The word nearest to my finger is ‘nothing.’ Nothing by John W. Howell © 2024 “What are you thinking?” “Nothing.” “Oh, come on. Your face tells a different story.” “What do you […]
This post ran on July 16, 2018. Since sitters are still in fashion, I think it might still be good advice. * * * The inspiration for this list was a discussion about Alexa and what would happen if one asked Alexa remotely to turn on the lights and music while a sitter was […]
Yes, we are going to visit some new mailbox toppers in Lakeway. We are catered by Asti of Austin. Our entertainment is The Marvelettes. (Of course) Menu ASTI Benedict – focaccia / prosciutto / poached egg / hollandaise / dressed greens add sub smoked salmon Shakshuka – arrabiatta / house ground sausage / baked eggs/parmesan/pecorino […]
My coffee machine has started to develop an attitude. After punching the brew button, my fingers start drumming on the countertop. Indeed, you would think the machine could appreciate withdrawal symptoms when they manifest. Instead of sympathy, a message comes up on the touchpad. It says, “Keep your shirt on, this quality brew takes time.” […]
Today’s good news comes from the Good News Network. This story was brought to my attention by Noelle Granger. Thanks, Noelle. Teens Invent Device that Removes Microplastics with Ultrasound Waves, Winning $50k By Andy Corbley–Aug 14, 2024 A pair of high schoolers invented a unique water filtration device that uses a wall of sound to […]
“Here we are at Kizzy’s house.” “Oh boy, it has been a while.” How about you, Tempest? Ready to see Kizzy?” “”Yeah, I can’t wait to jump on that big ole horse.” “Okay, kids It’s time to play. Inside or out?” “You have to be kidding. Inside, of course. It’s 10,000 degrees out here.” “Hey […]
Today, I opened the book The Last Drive randomly to page 87 and, without looking, pointed to the page. The word closest to my finger is “purchases.”” Purchases by John W. Howell © 2024 “So, what’s in the bag?” “I couldn’t help myself.” “Okay, what is it?” “Not an it.” “There are a few things […]
This post ran on July 23, 2018. Here we are in August, almost a month later, facing the same situation. * * * The inspiration for this list was yesterday’s high temperature and high humidity. 10 If the heat index is above 110, do not do your 10K run. If you do, at best, […]
Today, we are going to visit Rough Hollow, a neighborhood in Lakeway. It is at the Rough Hollow Visitors Center, where the Lakeway Police Department is hosting an event titled Pops with Cops. No, it isn’t a cocktail hour but frozen treats to help stave off the effects of the heat. We are catered by […]
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