Tag Archives: Circumstances of Childhood
Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy Needs to Rest
One of my favorite photos was taken on July 23rd, 2021, as Twiggy and Lucy celebrate the joy of their new turf. The Producer and I know you have been following Lucy and Twiggy’s antics for the last five years. Because you have invested your time and love in these two, we feel you should […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Glances
What this prompt is all about is opening a book to a random place and without looking point to a page. The word or words closest to the pointing finger is the prompt. I opened The Last Drive to page 67 and the word “glances” was closest to my finger. Glances by John W. Howell […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do Traveling by Train
This post was published on March 27th, 2017. I think there might be some good advice if you are taking a train somewhere. * * * The inspiration for this list is the fact that The Producer is on the Amtrack California Zephyr from Davis, California, to Omaha, Nebraska. Top Ten Things Not to […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Art in Bee Cave
We are off to Bee Cave Texas a town three miles up the road. They are holding an art show on the common ground of the Galleria of Shops. We will be catered by Bufalina of Austin. Our entertainment is Robert Palmer Menu Salad bibb salad – mustard vinaigrette, soft herbs, honey crisp apple caesar […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “Left Alone”
We finally reach the destination to meet with the boss. Being left alone with duct tape wrist binders, a black cloth bag over my head, and no coffee has me a bit rattled. Trying hard to pick up any sounds that could give me a hint of my whereabouts proves fruitless. There are no […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay Good News
Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network. Watch Tiny Dog Sprint After Coyote While His Puppy Pal is Being Attacked in the Backyard By Andy Corbley Jun 1, 2023 In California, a little dog was saved from a prowling coyote when his friend, 10 lbs. Maltese, “hero in a fur suit,” […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy Visit No Dog’s Land
“Lucy. What are we doing back here in no dog’s land?” “I thought we should get out more and see new things.” “Yeah, but we never come to this part of the yard.” “You have to ask yourself why.” “No, I don’t. I know why. “Okay, want to fill me in?” “This part of the […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Claims
The idea of a finger-point prompt is to open a book at a random place and, without looking, point to the page. The word or words closest to the pointing finger becomes the prompt. For example, today, I opened The Last Drive to page 151. The word closest to the pointing finger is “claims.” Claims […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do on Memorial Day
As I have written on past Memorial Days, all ten things not to do on this day are the same. Do not fail to remember those who gave their lives to keep us free. I’ve closed comments and hope you have a grateful, peaceful, and thoughtful Memorial Day.
Views of the Neighborhood – Looking for Blooms
Today we are going to cruise the neighborhood looking for anything blooming. It is still a little early for the crape myrtles to be fully out, but maybe we can catch a glimpse of some early bloomers. We are being catered by Salt Lick BBQ of Driftwood, TX. Our entertainment is The Turtles. Menu So […]
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