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Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Heritage Center
Today, we are visiting the Heritage Center in Lakeway. They are having an open house. This is where all the historical artifacts of Lakeway are kept. Caroline’s of Austin is catering, and Ray Charles is entertaining us. Menu Biscuits & Gravy – buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy, fried eggs Spinach & Feta Egg White Omelet – […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt Awe/Aww
The coffee machine gives me a message that it needs to be cleaned. It is an automated process that only requires me to drop a cleansing tablet into the appropriate hopper when prompted. Knowing full well until the machine is cleaned, there will be no coffee. So the button is pressed, which starts the twenty-minute […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news comes from the Good News Network Rescuers Relieved to Find Pilot, 2 Children Survived Crash Landing on Frozen Alaskan Lake By Andy Corbley–Mar 27, 2025 Fearing the worst after a prop plane was reported overdue for landing in Alaska last Sunday, search and rescue volunteers were relieved when news rang out […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste Inside.
“Twiggy!” “Mffft. In here.” “Were you asleep?” “No, I had to get up and answer someone calling my name.” “I’m thinking of going outside, but I am not sure.” “Outside is nice. Why aren’t you sure?” “Well. It’s getting close to dinner, and I wouldn’t want to miss it.” “Whenever have you missed dinner?” Well. […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Skeptical
Today I opens Detour on the Eternal Road randomly to page 167. With eyes closed I pointed to the page and the word skeptical was closest to my finger. Skeptical by John W. Howell © 2025 “Not sure I believe you.” “Why so skeptical?” “Just look at that thing.” “What do you mean?” “it looks […]
Top Ten Things Not To Do While Doing Your Taxes
This post was originally published on February 17, 2014 by Marie Bailey and me. Since this year’s income tax deadline is fast approaching, I thought it would be good to review. Top Ten Things Not To Do While Doing Your Taxes 10. While doing your taxes, do not allow the cat to sit on […]
Views of the Neighborhood – The First Signs of Spring
Today we are going out and about to see if we can find signs of spring. We are catered by Eddie V’s of Austin. Our entertainment is Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole. Menu Chilean Sea Bass – Steamed Hong Kong Style with Light Soy Broth Georges Bank Scallops – Seared with Citrus Fruit, Roasted Almonds, and Brown […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt –
The coffee machine detects the reality of being away for a while. She asks about the nature of my coffee drinking for the past week. Hemming and hawing did not forestall the answer long. The confession of drinking coffee brewed elsewhere brings a silent rebuke from the machine. “I hope you have a doctor […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news is from the Good News Network. Rare Sighting of Four Snow Leopards Together Sparks Frenzy of Excitement – (WATCH) By Andy Corbley –Mar 20, 2025 In the remote mountains of northern Pakistan, four majestic snow leopards have been recorded recently moving through the snow-covered hills in a piece of footage that has […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste Are Glad to Be Back
“Tempest. We need to get back to work.” “Aw, Twiggy. I’m still wanting to nap.” “I know, but our time off has ended.” “Just five more minutes with my cookie.” “If I have to sit on your cookie, we must get going.” “I guess that is a major thing for sure.” “Mom is at the […]
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