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Top Ten Things Not to Do on a Four-Hour Car Trip Alone
This post was published on March 26th, 2018. Since four-hour trips still happen, perhaps it will be useful. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do on a Four-Hour Car Trip Alone This list was inspired by my recent four-hour one-way trip to Galveston. I had to keep reminding myself to avoid these […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Earth Day Planting
In celebration of Earth Day last Monday, the Swim Center and the Department of Parks and Recreation of Lakeway held a planting event. Volunteers signed up to plant blooming plants throughout the center. So, we will step back in time and witness the event. We are catered by the 24 Diner of Austin, and our […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Show
When will the brain-saving liquid show up? It has been an eternal minute since the process was engaged. It seems to me there might be a glitch in the brewing mechanism. No wait. There it is, the first few drops of Elixer slowly making their way to my cup. Finally complete, the first sip is […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s story comes from the Good News Network. Two Big Cats from Infamous Tiger King Captivity Thriving in San Diego After Sanctuary Helps Save 69 Tigers By Andy Corbley Apr 25, 2024 A San Diego wildlife sanctuary is proud to report that two of the 69 tigers rescued from the infamous collection of the ‘Tiger […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste in the Yard
“Why did Mom let us out in the yard?” “So we can run and play together. Besides, she picked up all the leaves.” “What is that fencing doing there?” “That is to keep you from eating leaves on the other side.” “How about a race.” “Okay, I’ll race you to the other fence.” “Hey, no […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #429 by Keith Channing
In Keith’s words. “Using this image (below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really. Either put your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before the end of the week. If you post it on your own blog or site, a […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do If You Are Called for Jury Duty
This post ran on March 12, 2018. I think jury duty is still a thing so it may have some use. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do If You Are Called for Jury Duty The inspiration for this list was reading about Dan Antion’s experience being called for jury duty. I asked […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Enchanted Forest Walk
Each year the Lakeway Parks and Recreation Department installs an Enchanted Forest Walk. It features tiny fairy and gnome homes that line the way as you stroll under a canopy of magical trees and twinkling lights. We are going to visit it today, but since it is daytime, there won’t be any twinkling lights. We […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Grate/Great
Reaching for the freshly brewed coffee, the cup catches on the small grate that supports it. The cup turns sideways, and all the beautiful, brain-soothing liquid pours onto the floor. “Great” is the only expletive that comes to mind. Now, the process must begin again. Sopping up the coffee as the machine goes about business, […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA -TGIF – Fri-YayGood News
Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network Millions of Birds Now Migrating Safely Through Darkened Texas Cities After Successful Lights Out Campaign By Andy Corby – April 18 Texas is in the middle of the most critical migratory pathway for birds moving up and down the Americas—nearly 2 billion birds, or 1 […]
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