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Top Ten Things Not to Do When Buying Gifts for Others
This post was published on December 6th, 2013, by Marie Ann Bailey and me. Since it is close to Black Friday, I figure it might come in handy. Top Ten Things Not to Do When Buying Gifts for Others 10. If you are buying a gift for a girlfriend, do not plan to give clothes […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri
Today we have nothing specific to look at so we will cruise the neighborhood to see what is going on. Hopefully we can catch sight of Thanksgiving decorations. We are catered by Joe’s Bakery of Austin. Our entertainment is Keith Urban Menu JOEY ROCHA PLATE – Two eggs any style with side of pork […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Full/Empty
Here is the philosophical question on one’s outlook on life. “Do you see a glass as half full or half empty?” Right now the cup is entirely empty and a push of the two coffee button should remedy that unfortunate situation. The first sip is a reminder to take a trip with the clock. […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s story comes from the Good News Network Seal Flops onto Photographer’s Boat to Escape Hunting Orca Pod–She Captured it All on Camera By Andy Corbley –Nov 20, 2025 An experienced wildlife photographer with a penchant for marine mammals, such as whales, recently witnessed a lone seal miraculously survive a hunt by 8 […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste Outside.
“Twiggy. Look at all these delicious leaves.” “Oh no. Tempeste, you leave them alone.” “I’ll leave them alone. Alone with me in my mouth.” “You are going to get in so much trouble.” “Who’s going to know? Unless you tell.” “I’m not going to tell, but you know those aren’t good for you.” “Not good […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Fly
Today I randomly opened The Last Drive to page 133. I closed my eyes and pointed to the page. The word nearest my finger is fly. This is our prompt today. Fly by John W. Howell © 2025 “How long have you been flying?” “I can’t remember when I started.” “That long ago?” “I guess. […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do with Your Thanksgiving Turkey
This post was published on November 25th, 2013, by Marie Ann Bailey and me. Since Thanksgiving is almost here, it could prove useful now. Top Ten Things Not to Do with Your Thanksgiving Turkey 10. If you get a live bird for Thanksgiving, do not let your kids dress it up as a pilgrim. […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Playscape Tour
Earlier in the summer the City of Lakeway dedicated the new playscape. At the time, other events were going on, so today we are going to visit the playscape. We are catered by Luties of Austin, and our entertainment is Rod Stewart. Brunch menu Fruits de Mer – east coast oysters, poached shrimp, crudo Pistachio […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “Pop”
A slight pop sound while getting out of bed is a reminder of the aging process. Who knows where that sound comes from, but it showed up one day, and it has become part of the morning routine. “COFFEE,” screams the brain, and the rush is on to supply the caffeine to put out the […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network. Dog Rescued from Boston Tunnel During Rush Hour After Playing ‘Will I Won’t I’ with Police – WATCH By Andy Corbley –Nov 12, 2025 There’s something truly wonderful about the sympathy we humans have for dogs—such that when a rambunctious stray grinds traffic to a […]
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