Tag Archives: Circumstances of Childhood

Views of the Neighborhood – Wildlife

Today, we will check on the critters in our neighborhood to see how they are doing. We are catered by Nixta Taqueria, and our entertainment is The Troggs Menu (click to enlarge) Time to go A Buck looks like he needs to train a member of the herd. A doe and fawn crossing the road. […]

Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/ Good News

  Today’s Good News story comes from the Good News Network. Here is in its entirety. Tasmanian Tiger RNA Recovered from Preserved Specimen in Groundbreaking World First By Andy Corbley – Sep 21, 2023 A team of Scandinavian researchers has recovered messenger and micro RNA from a Tasmanian tiger specimen kept in a museum collection. […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy the Brave

“So, a little sunbath huh?” “Now that the temps are tolerable, a sun bath is just what I need.” “It does look comfortable.” “You have no idea. The stress of modern life can get to ya.” “Well, you deserve to relax.” “Sush. What is that noise?”   “I didn’t hear anything.” “Of course not. You […]

Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #399 by Keith Channing

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 your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before Sunday evening UK time. If you post it on […]

Top Ten Things Not to Say to a Writer

Today’s post was first published on August 7th, 2017. I think it is still current. I hope you enjoy it. * * * This list was inspired by going out into public over the weekend. I am always amazed at some of the things people say once they find out you write full-time. Top Ten […]

Views of the Neighborhood Art by Mary Barnes

Today we are going to the Lakeway City Hall, where there has been an installation of some works by artist Mary Barnes in the art gallery. We are catered by Texas French Bread of Austin. Our entertainment is Chicago. Menu TFB classic deli sandwiches half/whole served with tortilla chips & TFB salsa make it a […]

Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good news

Today’s Good News story is slightly different from television station WXII Channel 12 Winston-Salem, NC. Here’s the story. Rainbow Bridge, hidden in North Carolina mountains, helps owners remember pets in a special way. Rainbow Bridge helps previous pet owners remember their furry friends By Rebecca Smith LAKE LURE, N.C. —It’s a very special place hidden […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy Tours Her Favorite Places

“Here you are in the sun on your bed. I hear you have a tour planned.” “Why yes, I do. I thought visiting some of my favorite places would be fun.” “I’m sure the world is waiting with bated breath. Is this the first stop?” “Dark sarcasm in the classroom. Yes, this is one of […]

Tuesday – Anything Possible – Prompt – Kreative Kue with Keith Channing

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 your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before Sunday evening UK time. If you post it on […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do on 9/11

All ten things are the same today. Do not forget the loss of innocent lives due to the brutal attack on our country by followers of Osma Bin Laden.