Tag Archives: Eternal Road – The final stop

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, […]

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, […]

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 […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Artist Guy Burchak

Today, we are visiting Lakeway City Hall to view some art pieces by artist Guy Burchak. We are catered by Aba of Austin. Our entertainment is Bruce Springsteen. Menu BLACKBERRY DROP BISCUIT – blackberry compote, whipped cream AVOCADO TOAST – pomegranate, preserved lemon, mint KHACHAPURI – baked egg, cremini mushroom, graviera, green onion AÇAÍ BOWL […]

Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt –

One of the more difficult tasks here at the house is keeping the coffee machine in line. Although it is not alive there are suspicions that deep within it’s bowls rests an alien being. It coud be simply AI instaled at the Swiss facory but knowing the Swiss there would be a warning displayed somewhere […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste in the Snow

“Look at this stuff, Twiggy.” “It’s snow, Tempeste.” “Where has it been my whole life?” “It only falls every few years here.” “Look, you can pick up the chunks and eat it.” “That makes it fun. Low calorie, too.” “Well, some of us who are sleek and in fighting condition don’t have to worry.” “You […]