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Top Ten Things Not to Say to a Puppy Owner
The inspiration for this post has been a month of puppy raising. 10 If you meet a puppy owner, do not say, “Is that a new puppy?” If you do, at best you will get a, “yes.” At worst, the owner will wonder if you lost your mind and answer, “no it is an […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Time for a New Header Photo
It is that time of year again. I need to replace the header photo and am asking for your help. I have a poll below the photos, and if you would vote for your favorite, it will help me make the selection. Here are the candidates. 1. Summer afternoon 2. Summer Dawn 3. Tropical Summer […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Letter
It is Stream of Consciousness Saturday time again. This weeks prompt is “letter.” Linda Hill says we can use it any way we want.(The horror) If you would like to get involved, it is effortless. Take a big gulp of that margarita and go to Linda’s blog to read all about it. Here is […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy, Lucy, and Bailey Hit the Yard
“So Twiggy. What are you doing?” “Huh?” Oh, Nothing.” Turn around and tell me.” “I was just wondering if I could play with the big dogs?” “Sure you can. You do have to be careful, and so do they.” “Can you get my leash?” “Sure. But why?” “Gives me a little something to talk about.” “Hey, […]
Wednesday Story Day – AKA – Hump Day – Conclusion
It is Wednesday Story Day again. Last week we attended a gathering of the characters in this novella. It was there we watched Frank circle the room with his comments until he made a strange statement in which he used the phrase, “soldier of the Lord.” We need to get back because Frank is continuing […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #172 by Keith Channing
In Keith’s words. “Using this photo as inspiration, (below) write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put it (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before 6pm next Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time is […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do According to Murphy’s Law
The inspiration for this list was thinking of all the things we do on a daily basis that someone else has done before. This naturally brought up the idea of mistakes and how often they are repeated down through history. Then the thought turned to specific laws governing natural phenomena. An example would be […]
Views of the Neighborhood – A Sign of Peace
This week Port Aransas citizens got together to produce a large statement that is hoped to be viewed by the leadership of world countries as a desire for peace. The important part of any peace statement is to accessorize appropriately. Tie-dye, check. Peace symbol on cheek, check. Peace sign on hand, check. Lei, check Adult beverage, […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt “Why/Y”
Why lookie there. The Sears Calendar on the barn wall tells me it is Stream of Consciousness Saturday again. Of course, the year is not 1901, but it is still Saturday. This week’s prompt is “Why/Y.” Yeah I know looks goofy but let me explain. Linda hill says we should use a word that begins with […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF
Another week into the history books. I guess we all had our share of triumphs and defeats. I’m not sure we can expect an easy ride but let’s say the bumps in the road make you aware you are going somewhere. I’m sure you have been on an auto trip where you had a […]
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