Month: July 2026

If I had to be an animal for a week, I would definitely choose to be Chachi! I love cats, not all cats but the ones I’ve had. They are the sweetest and gentlest of creatures and they show unconditional love.

I would like to experience life from Chachi’s perspective. What is it like for him? Is he loving his life? Is he unhappy and is there lack where he is concerned? I think he has a wonderful life. All his needs are met and he gets plenty of love. The only thing that was missing was companionship of his kind. He has that now. The two “cousins” Shiro and Gallahad came to visit, well it was more than a visit. They’ve been here for over three months! They are his best buddies now after much haggling, but they will be leaving soon and then he will be on his own again with just “mommy” for company. It will take time getting adjusted to the new reality again.

I would like to know what he thinks about or if he even thinks about anything for that matter. Do we underestimate how smart they are and do they have some kind of hidden powers that we are unaware of. I know that Chachi comes running whenever I’m sad and cuddles as if to say, “It is going to be alright.”

Most of all, I would like to know what he thinks of me. I think he LOVES me and I’m his world. I may be wrong but it would be worth finding out. Perhaps, I can also find out how to make his life better than it is now. FREEDOM?!! I know he would love to be out there running around like his girlfriend, Miss Ipanema. That girl is on the prowl every chance she gets! I say, “Dream on buddy!” It is not going to happen.

Daily writing prompt

If you had to be an animal for a week, which one would you be and why?

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I really don’t know and I don’t care! Am I sounding grumpy these days? That’s because the heat is getting to me and I have another problem going but that is for another time.

I’m a tech klutz and I don’t like anything new especially when I’ve mastered what I need to know with the current technology. I hate it when they, the tech Gods, decide to add something new to the existing technology. My cry, “Why can’t you just leave it alone?!!!”

Time keeps moving and so does everything else. Technology is on the move and it is a never-ending cycle of “new stuff” to learn. I’m keeping an open mind but when something new shows up and it needs to be learned because otherwise I’m going to be left behind in the dust, so to speak, I rebel!

Let’s put it this way. I’m keeping up as best as I can so this question makes me want to scream, “Who CARES!” The tech gods do and those of you with tech savvy and know-how do as well, but as far as I am concerned, if it ain’t broke, leave it alone!

What’s a piece of technology you’re convinced will exist in 20 years? I’m sure most of them will but NOT in the way we know them now! They would have morphed and taken on a new life, much harder to grasp and more brain power needed to use them!

Daily writing prompt

What’s a piece of technology you’re convinced will exist in 20 years?

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I’ve read many books but I can’t pin down one book I’ve read more than any other. I go from book to book, once finished they either stay in my mind for a while or they escape to never never land!

Reading a book two or three times is not my thing. I used to have a book obsession but even then I never went back to the same book over and over again. Once read, it was imprinted on my mind if it was a good book and if not, I can’t remember what it was about!

Too hot for this bothersome question. So I’m not going to let it bother me! Next question please…..

Daily writing prompt

Which book have you read more than any other?

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Yes, I would say I am. I’m learning as I go along and it is a necessity to keep doing that. I don’t think that anyone can say that they’ve stopped learning because then life comes to a standstill. It is about learning, taking the lessons we learn along the way and putting it to good use.

I’ve learned how to be patient and it is a learned virtue. As a young child, it was a hard thing to do. It took time, effort, and practice to bide my time and not to let impatience rule the day! I am still learning. Letting go is another lesson that needs a lifetime to perfect. I’m better at it but nowhere close to letting it roll off my back like water off a duck’s back. I’m better at it now than I was a few years ago.

Accepting life’s nuances takes a lifelong to learn as well. Mostly, to accept what is dished out and to learn to go with the flow. I’m getting better at NOT looking at whatever comes along as the “end of the world” scenario but learning that this too shall pass and it usually does without too much stressing on my part.

My answer to the question is that I’m a lifelong learner. Just when I think I have a handle on something, along comes something else that I never expected!

So is life.

Daily writing prompt

Are you a lifelong learner?

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I’m biased where this book is concerned since it is mine! It is a children’s book and it has some very good reviews. I think it deserves a sequel because violence is not what it is about. One reviewer called it a classic in the making. It takes children back to gentler times when dreaming was a wonderful thing to do and also to a time where anything was possible.

The sequel is finished and it has been accepted by the same publisher but I’m not going to go with them. Let’s just say that I was NOT too happy the first time around. This year has been a busy one and publishing a sequel does not seem to be on the agenda for reasons I will explain later.

About the Book

In The Excellent Adventures of Honey and Hubie, author T. J. Mueller takes young readers on a wild and colorful journey into a world full of imagination and wonder.

Honey and Hubie set off on an exciting adventure together, exploring the unknown and discovering that the greatest treasure of all is friendship. Along the way, they meet magical characters, face challenges, and learn what it truly takes to hold onto the bonds that matter most.

This enchanting tale blends fun storytelling with a heartfelt message, making it a perfect read for children who love make-believe worlds and meaningful lessons.

📖 Available now → Buy on Amazon

Daily writing prompt

What’s a book you think deserves a sequel?

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Hmm….too early to think that hard! I just got up and my mind is still trying to catch up after a restless night but I’ll give it a go.

Ebenezer Scrooge comes to mind. This timeless tale has redemption built into it where the villain is concerned. The grumpy old miser with a heart as cold as stone couldn’t get into the spirit of Christmas no matter how hard he tried and since he couldn’t get into the spirit of things, he decided that everyone should be as miserable as he was.

However, his saving grace came in the form of some serious soul searching which led him into the past, present and future. He was finally able to let the warmth of the season touch his soul and everyone turned out for the better because of it.

The message was clear. “It is never too late to change.” The Charles Dickens’ classic throws the light on human connection and that benevolence and generosity are more important than Scrooge’s hostile attitude. The timeless classic goes to show that even the most negative of personas has the ability to change and for the better.

“Bah! Humbug!”

Well, the mean and miserly character changes from being miserable to being generous and kind.

That folks is a good ending to a fabulous tale, don’t you think?

Daily writing prompt

What villain actually had a good point?

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