Tag Archives: Circumstances of Childhood
Merry Christmas Day from Lucy and Bailey
“Hey, Boss. Why do we have to pose here like this?” “It is Christmas, Lucy. We need to send a greeting to our blog friends.” “Okay, but hurry. My neck is getting sore.” “You are supposed to look at me.” “Won’t happen, Boss. You know I’m a dog, right?” “Say, ‘Merry Christmas,’ you two.” “Merry […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Christmas Eve
A photo of the Port Aransas Community Tree. A very Happy Holiday to all.
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt “yule/you’ll/Yul”
You’ll not believe it is Stream of Consciousness Saturday time again. This week’s prompt is “yule/you’ll/Yul.” Linda Hill says to start the post with one of them. Now you know why the first sentence was so goofy. If you would like to join this band of misfits, visit Linda’s blog and read all about how. […]
Friday – JohnKu – TGIF
We are getting close to Christmas, and it looks like I have everything under control. All my shopping is done, packages wrapped, and chores finished. (There are always chores) The fact that Christmas Eve is on a Sunday has me a little confused. As you may know, I do a Views of the neighborhood […]
Wednesday Story Day – AKA – Hump Day
It is Wednesday Day again. Last week we witnessed Frank Plano asking some questions of Alice Weston. When he got to the point of asking Alice about being in Kenosha the same day Lucas’ parents were murdered, Alice pretty much showed him the door. I see Alice is approaching Harriet Murphy’s house, so I […]
Tuesday – Anything possible – Kreative Kue #153
In Keith’s words. “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 keith@channing.info before 6 pm next Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do Wrapping Presents
I always enjoy wrapping presents. I pretty much avoid the “store gift wrap” in favor of the messes I create. I think putting oneself into the process is a way you can show the recipients of the gift that you really care. The inspiration for this post is every year of doing my own. […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Holiday Parade
This week started the holiday season here in Port Aransas. Like everything else we do here, it was kicked off with a parade. The parade started about a half mile from the community center and ended there with hot cocoa, popcorn, cookies, coffee, and a visit by Santa. The evening was capped with live music […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt “Contrast”
It is Stream of Consciousness Saturday and our prompt this week is “contrast.” Linda Hill says we can use the word or maybe a concept that demonstrates contrast. If you would like to join in and have some fun go to Linda’s blog and read how. It is not hard. All you really need is […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy Has a Question
“Hey, Boss.” “Hi, Lucy. When you stand there like that, I know there is something on your mind.” “How do you know I do not just adore you.” “Um. I would say I just know. So what is the question.” “Okay, then you caught me. I was wondering if that is Santa on the roof?” […]
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