with John W. Howell
Another work week has flown by quickly. At least I hope it has flown by for you. I can’t explain it but this week has been the fastest. A lot to do in the time available. That always makes the time fly by so fast. Today’s JohnKu talks about the valuable commodity of time.
Time by John W. Howell © 2016
A deadline is set,
The time until then goes fast. . .
Wishing there was more.
We finally got a little rain early this week. Not enough to offset the two months of dryness, but as they say, “Every bit helps.” The nice thing is we are expecting a little more next Monday so maybe in combination we will be okay.
The last two days have been back to their old high humidity and high heat index selves. I guess everyone talks about the weather and today’s JohnKu is no exception. I hope you like it.
The Weather by John W. Howell © 2016
Some days blazing sun,
Others unending rainstorms. . .
Never satisfied.
Ah, another end of the week. We have been waiting anxiously for the equestrian events to begin at the Olympics. We are not much for the other sports but do love to watch horses compete. We enjoyed fifteen years of watching daughter in competition, and I guess it never leaves the blood. Today’s JohnKu talks about passion. I hope you like it.
Passion by John W. Howell © 2016
Dedication starts,
Before realization. . .
Passion takes the reins.
Another Friday to celebrate. YAY. This week has been a productive one. Got my paperback of Our Justice onto CreateSpace with little or no trouble. I’m waiting for the proof copy to arrive and then will go after the Kindle addition. I have the Kindle file ready to go, but don’t want to put it up until I’m sure te paper edition looks good. I hope you all have had a good week and like me looking forward to the weekend. Today’s JohnKu talks about looking forward to something nice.
Something Nice by John W. Howell © 2016
When the task is hard,
And it almost seems too much. . .
Think of a nice thing.
Typically I run my Friday JohnKu today, but since I’m participating in the Cherished Blogfest, I will post a JohnKu next week. The cherished Blogfest is a three-day event where bloggers write about a cherished item. If you would like to participate or just want more information here is the link to the site.
https://cherishedblogfest.wordpress.com/2016/06/26/cherished-blogfest-2016/
My Cherished item is a gold pocket watch that my grandfather carried. He was quite a man. Although he died in 1932, long before I was born, his legacy has continued through the years. Like all the men in our family, his name was John and unlike all the men in our family, he became a surgeon. He practiced medicine until his death. He was a field surgeon during World War I and suffered mustard gas wounds but managed a medical career in spite of his ailment. He is interred in Arlington National cemetary in recognition of his service. His watch is a treasured and cherished item.
Here is the view of the face. The watch was made in Elgin Illinois by the Elgin National Watch Company in 1889. These watches were made on a production line and were very popular. Although not the cheapest they were not the most expensive either. The fact that it is over 100 years old is a tribute to the craftsmanship.
Here is a picture of his headstone which carries his permanent military rank of Major and his home state of Missouri.
Another long week. Been working long hours, but it looks like the project will be taking a lull for a while. It is good to have a breather. Makes it like a vacation. Of course, when consulting vacations come more frequently than normal. I do apologize that I have not been on top of my blog visits but there is only so much time. Today’s JohnKu talks about missing out on important things. Hope you like it.
Missing by John W. Howell © 2016
Doing something swell,
Means missing out on something…
Choices involve stress.
A week filled with meetings, time pressure, presentations, and general mayhem. As George C. Scott said while playing the role of Gen George Patton, “God I love it.”
Since I need to keep my nose to the grindstone, I’ll keep this short. The JohnKu speaks to busy. And a special note to Dale, I double checked each syllable. Also, this was briefly published last Sunday. I apologize since that was a mistake.
Busy by John W. Howell © 2016
Meetings and mayhem,
Mark the workday as it flies. . .
Friday is magic.
Another Friday is upon us. Now that I am back in the maw of organized commerce, the day has more significance. I do need some time off. I have been running all week, and as you read this, I will be flying back to Texas from LA. This assignment is such that I’m not sure I will make it home this weekend or not. The pace is pretty brisk and since my role is to develop the strategy for success I have to be involved in all aspects.
If I didn’t want to do it, I would not have said “yes” to the request to be engaged once more. (It is rewarding and a heck of a lot of fun)
This week’s JohnKu talks to doing what you love. I hope you like it.
Life’s Work by John W. Howell
Work produces much,
Important food on the list…
Love has to be part.
Another busy week has flown. I was pleased to see my manuscript for the next John Cannon thriller in my inbox this week. I say pleased but also with a little tension since the ball is now in my court to start the formatting. My past life has complicated things and found me again. I have accepted an offer I could not refuse. Therefore I will be balancing my writing life and the life of a member of organized commerce. The assignment is a short one so hopefully, I can do justice to both.
One item that could suffer is my daily involvement in my blogging efforts. I still believe I will be able to carry the load, but want to ask forgiveness in advance if I miss a comment or two on your excellent work. I will be posting each day unless there is a conflict of priorities. With all that said, today’s JohnKu discusses the bitter and sweet aspects of life.
Life’s Gifts by John W. Howell ©2016
Opportunity,
Arrives from out of the blue…
Happy smiles with tears.
Friday is here once again and with it the promise to lay those burdens down for a bit of rest. This week was marked with a whole bunch of nothing. All I managed to accomplish was seven blog posts and staying ahead of the e-mail and Twitter feeds. I did not pen (er type) a word on any WIP nor did I edit a single line. This has to be the first time in over four years that I have not added a thing to a piece of work.
I have been involved in another project doing organized commerce kind of work so I know I have an excuse. I feel like I have ignored one of my kids or something. I have been waiting around for the editor to return Our Justice so I can begin formatting it for publication, so I think I have given myself an excuse for avoiding my other projects. I gotta stop that behavior now. *Slap* “Thanks, I needed that.”
Today’s JohnKu talks about excuses. I hope you enjoy it.
Excuses by John W. Howell © 2016
Tough project ahead,
Hard to begin the first step. . .
Need excuses fast.
