Tag Archives: Detour – On the eternal Road

Saturday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste at Play

“Yes, mom. Twiggy and I are here playing.” “Go on out there. She is looking for us.” “Okay, Mom. I’ll tell her.” “Tell me what?” “Mom says not to rub the chairs and to play nice.” “The only reason the chairs are facing out is so you won’t jump on the table.” “Do you know […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri

Today, we visit the neighborhood to check on things we might not have seen before. Since it is Super Bowl Sunday, we will have a traditional Super Bowl offering. We are catered by Doc’s Backyard Grill, with their Superbowl menu. Our entertainment is The 1985 Chicago Bears. WINGS  BONELESS HOT WINGS TRADITIONAL HOT WINGS WHITE […]

Saturday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste in the Sun

“Where you going, Twiggy?” “I want to take a sun  bath.” “Sunbath? What is a sunbath?” “It’s where you lay out in the sun and let the sun warm your bones. “Anything with the word bath in it can’t be good.” “Oh, you would be surprised how good.” “Do you need shampoo and stuff?” “No, […]

Detour on the Eternal Road Tour – Stop Four with C.S. Boyack

Craig and I have known each other since 2013, when we were the same book club members. I have admired Craig’s work and am grateful he volunteered to host a stop on the Detour on the Eternal Road Tour. Here is the link to his post. A little about Craig. “I was born in Elko, […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Story Walk Ribbon Cutting

Today, we are heading to the new Lakeway Story Walk ribbon cutting. According to the Lakeway Parks and Recreation site, here is some background. “This year, we are thrilled to unveil our new Story Walk Display along the City Hall Trail! These Storywalk boards will feature seasonal displays year-round, offering a mix of holiday celebrations, […]

Detour on the Eternal Road – Blog Tour Stop One with Dan Antion

Today begins the Detour on the Eternal Road Blog Tour. I am very grateful to Dan Antion for allowing me to visit his bar. I always enjoy the bar’s activities and interesting people who make appearances. His good friend David and the new bartender Curley always keep things moving. Dan likes to interact with Linda […]

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

  Today’s Good News story comes from the Business Korea periodical and was brought to my attention by Noelle Granger. Groundbreaking Bio-catalyst Developed for Efficient PET Plastic Decomposition by Michael Herh – January 2025 The Ministry of Science and ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) has announced a groundbreaking development in the field of plastic recycling. […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste on a Rainy Day

“Still raining, Twiggy.” “Means I’m going to hunker down right here.” “We have that tent out there, which means we won’t get wet.” “But it is still chilly.” “Yeah, that’s true. By the way, why does Dad have his underwear in a bunch?” “Don’t worry. He’s just launching a new book is all.” “Hasn’t he […]

Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – “Steps”

Today, I randomly opened Detour on the Eternal Road to page 45. With my eyes closed, I pointed to the page. The word closest to my finger was “Steps,” which became the prompt. Steps by John W. Howell © 2024 “We need to make a list.” “A list? What for?” “Lists help with organization by […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do In a Bookstore

This post was published on January 4, 2016. Since we all go to bookstores, it may be helpful. * * * This list is inspired by observing some pretty unusual things on bookstore visits. I hope you enjoy it. Top Ten Things Not to Do In a Bookstore 10 In a bookstore, do not set […]