Tag Archives: His Revenge

Thursday – Anything Possible – Twiggy and Tempest Make a Decision

“So Tempeste. What do you feel like doing today?” “I was thinking about heading outside for a little toy ruckus. What about you?” “I could use me some good old nap time.” “You just had a good night’s sleep, right?” “Well, yeah, but it is chilly out, and a nice snuggle would be nice.” “There […]

Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – “Meeting”

  Today, I opened My GRL randomly to Page 25 and, with eyes closed, pointed to the page. My finger landed closest to the word” meeting.” That is our prompt today. Meeting by John W. Howell © 2025 “What’s this meeting about?” “I don’t know. I got a message to show up here at 9:00.” […]

Top Ten Things Not To Do When Shopping at the Last Minute for the Holidays

This post was initially published by Marie Ann Bailey and me on December 23, 2013. I thought it might be a good idea to publish it a little early to perhaps avoid last-minute shopping. Top Ten Things Not To Do When Shopping at the Last Minute for the Holidays 10.  When shopping at the last-minute […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Lights On

Today, we are going to the lighting ceremony for the Lakeway Walk of Lights sponsored by the Lakeway Parks and Recreation Department. We are catered by Barley Swine of Austin. Our entertainment is Andrea Bocelli. Fixed Menu Cured Hiramasa – compressed apple, ginger milk foam Butternut Squash – brown butter – jalapeno vinaigrette, guajillo queso […]

Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – “Tower”

  The Colombian’s calming liquid flows from the spigot. Shaking hands wrap around the cup as if it were a gift from the gods. (May just be) The first sip races to the brain and calms the caffeine-deprived nerve endings. When all seems at peace, the stillness is shattered by the Westminster chime of the […]

Friday John Ku – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News

Today’s Good News story comes from the Good News Network. TikToker Crowdfunds $1.5 Million for 88-yo Army Veteran After Viral Supermarket Moment By Andy Corbley – Dec 4, 2025 In time for the holidays comes the incredible story of a stranger using GoFundMe to change a life. Encountering 88-year-old Army Veteran Ed Bambas working at […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste Have a Discussion

“So, Twiggy, I have a question.” “I don’t want to play with your pink thing.” “That’s not the question.” “I don’t want to go outside. It’s freezing.” “That’s not it either. I’m wondering why this fence is around the Christmas tree?” “Oh, brother. You really have to ask?” “What do you mean by that?” “The […]

Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Crying

  Today I opened Eternal Road – The final stop randomly to page 275. I closed my eyes and pointed to the page. The word nearest my finger was “crying.” This is our prompt today. Crying by John W. Howell © 2025 “Why are you crying?” “Do I know you?” “No, but I couldn’t help […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do When Your Boss is Traveling or on Vacation

    This list was first published in November 2014. Since bosses still travel and go on vacation, it may come in handy. Top Ten Things Not to Do When Your Boss Is Traveling or on Vacation 10 If the boss is out of the office, do not think your workload has been reduced for […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri II

Yes, another miscellaneous view of the neighborhood. Today, we are going to see which holiday decorations are going up after Thanksgiving. They are still few and far between, but there are some. We are catered by the Launderette of Austin. Our Entertainment is Katrina and the Waves. Menu CAPPELLETTI – ricotta, taggiasche olive, anchovy, oven-dried […]