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 fair. You are bigger and faster.” “Also heavier, I might point out.” “Okay, then I’ll race you back.” “Hey, I didn’t…

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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 [email protected] before the end of the week. If you post it on your own blog or site, a link to this page would be appreciated, but please do also mention it in a comment here. Thank you…

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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 i spiration for this list was reading about Dan Antion’s ex erience with being called for jury duty. I asked Dan if  e wouldn’t mind sharing what it was like. He graciously sent the rules of jury duty for my review. I have to tell you,…

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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 are catered by Suzis China Grill of Austin. Our entertainment is Don Ho. Menu Shrimp…

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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, my brain turns to the clock. The cup is finished, and the spilled coffee…

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Friday JohnKu - AKA -TGIF - Fri-YayGood News

The Houston skyline darkened – Tendenci CC 3.0. 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 out of 3 in the US, will pass…

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I am guesting with Barbara Vitelli known as Book Club Mom

If you do not know Barbara then this is a good time to become acquainted. She is a librarian, avid reader and big supporter of Indie authors. She also has a YouTube channel and has a wide variety of subject featured. Please give her a visit and explore her site. Be sure to wipe your feet and tell her I sent you. Thank you so much for the feature, Barbara. Who’s That Indie Author? John Howell

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Thursday - A Little Personal - Twiggy and Tempest on Walk

“This is so exciting, Twiggy. A walk.” “Yes, I’m always happy to take a walk.” “Look at that grass over there.” “One rule of walking is not to go off by yourself.” “Thanks for the tip. What happens if we do wander?” “You could get the yank of your life.” “What is a yank?” “Um, that’s where Mom corrects your direction. It is not a good thing.” “So, how about if I protect you by holding your…

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Tuesday - Anything possible - Kreativ Kue #428 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 [email protected] before the end of the week. If you post it on your own blog or site, a link to this page would be appreciated, but please do also mention it in a comment here. Thank you…

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Top Ten Things Not to Include on Your Bucket List

  Bucket lists will be with us forever. Here’s a list I published on March 5th, 2018. I think it still may be helpful for those planning a bucket list. I should have labeled this list the Top Nine since the last one is a recommendation of one to do. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Include on Your Bucket List The inspiration for this post came from the website https://www.bucketlist.net/ While looking…

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Views of the Neighborhood - Wilderness 5K Run/Walk

Today, we are going to the Lakeway Greenbelt to watch the start of the 5K Wilderness Run/Walk sponsored by Friends of the Park. This run happens every year to raise awareness of the volunteering opportunity with Friends of the Park. This non-profit organization helps maintain Lakeway Parks and ensures their preservation for the future. We are catered by Cypress Grill in Austin. Our entertainment…

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Stream of Consciousness Saturday - Prompt - Ound.

    The sound of coffee dribbling out of the machine’s exit tubes is music to the ears and the brain. Pound for pound, you can’t beat the restorative ability of even a sip of that beautiful elixir. After the first sip, looking around for the clock, the thought strikes: Why not go to Europe and see what is happening? The clock is set for Greece on April 13th, 1924. The duration is an hour. Pulling…

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Friday JohnKu - AKA - TGIF - Fri-Yay/Good News

Credit – Kaohsiung Fire Department Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network. Dog That Flunked Out of Police Academy Becomes a Hero in Taiwan’s Earthquake Response By Andy Corbley Apr 11, 2024 To be a drug-sniffing dog, you have to be impassionate, which is exactly what this golden retriever was not. Though Roger flunked out of the Kaohsiung City police academy in Taiwan, his…

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Thursday - A Little Personal - Playtime

  “I see you have a few of your toys here in the playpen.” “Yes but not as much fun as Twiggy.” “Oh come on. Give that noisy disk a squeeze.” “I do like the sound.” “Look Twiggy has come out.” “Yeah, I’ll leave you two to play.” “Twiggy. Over here.” “I hear you, Little One.” “What’s that in your mouth?” “It’s the fish toy.” “I thought that toy was in here with me.” “I think Mom changed it…

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Tuesday - Anything Possible - Kreative Kue #427 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 [email protected] before the end of the week. If you post it on your own blog or site, a link to this page would be appreciated, but please do also mention it in a comment here. Thank you…

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Top Ten Things Not to Do on Eclipse Day

Photo by Joseph Corl on Unsplash   Well, here we are for a lifetime event. It is perfect that the eclipse coincides with my top ten list on Monday. You can bet I did not have a spare list hanging around, so yes, this is original.  I’ll run it again during the next one in 300 years. Top Ten Things Not to Do on Eclipse Day 1 On eclipse day, do not pull into the Chic-Fil-A drive-through. If you do,…

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Views of the Neighborhood - Potpourri

Today, we are going to see several things. I call it potpourri because there is no theme, just a little bit of everything. We are catered by Aba of Austin. Our entertainment is Keith Urban Menu BLACKBERRY DROP BISCUIT blackberry thyme jam, whipped cream KHACHAPURI baked egg, cremini mushroom, graviera, green onion SHORT RIB SHAKSHUKA local eggs, spicy harissa, graviera, roasted potato KEFTA &…

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