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Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
A team of student archaeologists in France was surprised while working on a site dating to Gaulic times. The excavations, carried out under the direction of Guillaume Blondel, director of the municipal archaeological service of the city of Eu, delivered, among other things, a moving and very special testimony from the past. Located in a […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste Expect a Visitor
“So Twiggy, what makes you think someone’s coming?” “I heard Mom mention a delivery.” “FedEx or what?” “Hmm. I think she said UPS. Maybe I’ll ask her.” “If you ask, she’ll be on to us. We might be put in the no barking place.” “Good thinking. I would hate to miss the opportunity.” “I know. […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Frustration
I open the book His Revenge randomly to page 143 and, without looking, point to the page. The word closest to my finger is frustration. Frustration by John W. Howell © 2024 “Don’t say it.” “Don’t say what?” “Express your frustration with this situation.” “Okay. You just said it, so I don’t have to.” “I […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do When You Are in a Dentist’s Chair
This post ran on July 9, 2018. Since we all still go to dentists, it may be useful. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do When You Are in a Dentist’s Chair The inspiration for this list was a routine visit to the dentist. Like all dentist offices, I could hear what was […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Cornhole Tournament
Today we are off to the annual Lakeway Cornhole Tournament. We are catered by Nanje of Austin. Our entertainment is Bon Jovi. Menu Sweet Potato Coconut Choka, Passion Fruit, Black Beans Escovitch Fish Escovitch, Okra, Jimmy Nardello West Indian CurryWagyu Beef, Patty Pan, Cherry Tomatoes, Potatoes Wild Boar Pepperpot Cassareep, Orange Peel, Ginger Haitian […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt – Peace/Piece
The message on the coffee machine’s screen is very clear: No coffee until we are clean. Throwing hands up in the air, all peace seems lost until the second message flashes: It only takes two minutes; press start. Grabbing a piece of courage, pressing start saves the day. There is some noise, and then […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s good news comes from the Good News Network. Surfers On Board Climate Fight After Big Wave Areas Found to be Significant Carbon Stores By Andy Corbley–Sep 19, 2024 Nearly 90 million metric tons of planet-warming carbon have been found surrounding surf breaks worldwide, making these coastal locations essential climate allies and ideal locations for […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste and The Sofa.
“What are you doing down there?” “Thinking of which toy to play with.” “I would get Mr. Froggy.” “I was thinking of Fishie.” “Yeah, he’s a good choice, but Froggie is so much softer.” “That is true. Do you want to play too?” “No, you go ahead. Choose what you want.” “Of course, there is […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – Brushed
I opened the book My GRL randomly to page 191 and, without looking, pointed to the page. The word closest to my finger is “brushed.” Brushed by John W. Howell © 2024 “So, how long did that take?” “It seemed like ten days, but it was only two. He is now fully brushed.” “That sounds […]
Top Ten Things Not to Say to a Contractor
This post ran on August 25, 2017. It may still be helpful. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Say to a Contractor This list was inspired by a number of discussions held with contractors lately. I hope you like it. 10 Do not say to a contractor, “I’m in no rush.” […]
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