One of my favorite Jazz saxophonists died recently. I found out last night while preparing the Sunday Juke Joint playlist. It killed the entire vibe I was working on. So, I finished other posts and played some of his music as a mini tribute. I remember seeing David Sanborn in concert once. That night was … Continue reading Morning Vibe – 06032024
PROSE – REFLECTION It’s my MiMi’s birthday today. She’d be well over a hundred. People used to say she was mean. I’d smile and say she wasn’t mean to me and she wasn’t. She was tough ole gal as she used to say that didn’t put up with any of my shenanigans. She was what … Continue reading Morning Vibe – 05302024
PROSE – REFLECTION I had an interest conversation yesterday with my editor. Now, we typically have interesting conversation, but this one in particular struck a cord with me. She is a Elvis fan as are many worldwide. However, I really never sat down and talked to her about Elvis. Although, I’m familiar with some of … Continue reading Afternoon Vinyl – 05252024
If you could un-invent something, what would it be? DAILY PROMPT RESPONSE I was in public today, watching people because I’m a people watcher. Not one of those creepy people who gawk at you with sinister smiles, but one who is entirely aware of their surroundings. A by-product of my PTSD. I noticed people were … Continue reading I Remember When We Talked to One Another.
PROSE – REFLECTION The morning chill creeps through my layers as I sit on my porch, twirling my finger playfully in my whiskers. I swallow a sip of coffee while tugging at them, lost in the depths of my thoughts. The amber glow of the collision between night and dawn illuminates the horizon. Today, a … Continue reading Morning Air – 20 Years Later
What could you do more of? PROSE – DAILY PROMPT As thinking about this prompt, I keep coming back to central idea I have used for most of life. “Take Care of Business” However, today it takes on new meaning. I spent a tremendous amount of time worrying about taking care of the needs of … Continue reading Taking Care of Business
Share a lesson you wish you had learned earlier in life. PROSE – INTROSPECTION If you are like me, when reading this prompt, you’re which pearl of wisdom to drop. What insight makes the city today. There are so many to use from. I think it changes depending on what’s happening in a person’s life. … Continue reading Where do I Begin?
Share a story about the furthest you’ve ever traveled from home. PROSE – REFLECTION I wish I had a wonderful, delightful tale about this title, but I don’t. Unfortunately, I’m unable to offer the sorted adventure due to one fact. I don’t remember a thing from that night. I went so far as to ask … Continue reading I Got Drunk in Korea; Woke up in Japan.
ARTICLES I can’t remember why I started writing things down in a notebook. I don’t think I care. Hand journaling is a simple yet effective way to gain insight into your thoughts and emotions. It’s a practice that has been used for centuries, and for good reason. Writing by hand lets you slow down and … Continue reading Journaling: Releasing the Good, the Bad & the Ugly
What brings you peace? PROSE – RANDOM THOUGHTS / REFLECTION I read this question yesterday and made notes about what I wanted to say. I feel good about several concepts and ideas. However, there was something about the whole affair I couldn’t quite seem to nail down. As I’m thinking about this question, I find … Continue reading It Doesn’t Cost a Thang!
What is the most important thing to carry with you all the time? PROSE – REFLECTION On a table, items are lined up in a certain order. These are the things I take with me each day. The items on the table may change for time to time depending on what is in store for … Continue reading My Unspoken Charge
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