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Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “Pat”
The coffee machine, as has become a familiar pattern, informs me of a malfunction. This time, the cappuccino operation is temporarily disabled for repairs. Since that was not on my mind this morning, the news has no impact on me. The coffee button starts the process. In checking the date for April 5th, 1925, the […]
Friday JohnKu -AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news comes from New Atlas Science, Tech & Innovation News. The story was brought to my attention by Noelle Granger. New plastic dissolves in the ocean overnight, leaving no microplastics By Michael Irving March 27, 2025 Plastics are durable and strong, which is great while they’re being used but frustrating when they end […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste on the Porch
“How’s that cot feel, Tempeste?” “You cannot imagine how warm it is and comfy.” “This sun is nice, for sure.” “Why don’t you join me?” “I like the warm concrete.” “You would think you were a stray on the street or something.” “No. It just feels good. It’s like a big hot stone at the […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Exterior
I randomly opened Detour on the Eternal Road to page 61. With eyes closed, I pointed to the page, and my finger fell closest to the word “exterior,” which became the prompt. (Excuse the blurred book content. I didn’t reset the camera, so my hand is the prominent feature.) Exterior by John W. Howell © […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do When Writing a Book Review on Amazon or Anywhere Else
This post was originally published on February 24, 2014. It was co-authored by Marie Ann Bailey and me. Since we all write reviews (or should), I think it will still be helpful. Top Ten Things Not to Do When Writing a Book Review on Amazon or Anywhere Else 10 When writing a book review, […]
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 […]
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