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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 […]
Tuesday Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt –
Today, I randomly opened my latest Detour on the Eternal Road (Now available on Amazon) to page 205. With my eyes closed, I pointed to the page, and the word closest to my finger was “Thinking.” Thinking by John W. Howell © 2024 “I was thinking.” “A new activity for you.” “Very funny. I’m serious.” […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do in the Snow in the South
This idea was initially posted in December 2017. At the time, it was because it snowed in South Texas for the first time in many years. With the latest Arctic cold front moving lower in the US, there are forecasts of snow in the South once again. So here is a revised list of what […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Ready for the Cold
We expect the Arctic cold to hit this week, so I thought it would be a good idea to cruise the neighborhood to see if folks are prepared. Our temps will drop at night to below freezing, so plants will need covers. We are catered by 24 Diner of Austin. Our entertainment is Simon and […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt “Pack/Peck/Pick/Pock/Puck
Waking up to WordPress’s elimination of the Classic editor made a cup of coffee more vital than ever. The machine didn’t disappoint, and the first cup was thrown back like a shot of cheap whiskey. The second cup brought to mind a workaround. I found that clicking on the notification bell before opening a […]
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