Author: Kevin
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The Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 9)
A Different Approach Xi made her way angrily to Vasilev’s office. She was completely enraged. First, that her subject made her look quite the fool, and second, that her work had been interrupted. As soon as she was done with Emil, she would take care of that annoying little bird once and for all. When…
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Walking Away
I feel the need to walk away Perhaps return another day Times they change, and people too I feel at last my time is through Moving on, I don’t know where Without a clue, without a care A song once said ‘While it’s still fun” “Walk before they make me run” Within my head those…
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Superhero Saturday (02/17/24)
Already past the midway point of the month. Where the hell did it go? Damn. Anyhow, happy Saturday, everyone! I hope your weekend is a great one, and if you have plans, I hope they are enjoyable ones. Not much planned around here. Some errands, some writing (What kind of trouble will Agent Eva get…
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SLDS Challenge (02/23/24)
Susan T. Braithwaite, I am truly annoyed at you right now. Every damned week, you make these prompts more challenging than the last. Again, this week, I had to fight my way through Hell and Creation to get a decent image for your SLDS Challenge. But at last, I think I have coaxed a reasonable…
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Budgeting 101
Good morning and welcome to this easy, hassle free guide to budgeting! Following these simple steps, you too can be a budgeting whiz! Step 1: Work, make money and pay bills: Step 2: Make sure you buy food! Step 3: Put something away in savings: Step 4: Live a little! Life’s too short to do…
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Fantasy Friday (02/16/24)
Good day and TGIF, everyone! At this time last week, we were in the midst of spring-like temperatures, and now we’re a bit more back to normal with below freezing temps and wind chills. Next week, my course at the local college wraps up. I may sign up for another course in April. I am…
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On Patriotism
This is one of those prompts that I can see either being totally ignored or going horribly awry. I’m not going to get into politics or any of that nonsense. Every nation has it’s issues, and no land is perfect. I’ll just say that I served my country to the best of my ability and…
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School Update – 3 Days Left!
Final exam… COMPLETE! So, I ended up being way, way ahead of schedule, and finished the pre-exam 5 minutes in, and the instructor set me up for the final. No, it’s not a diploma, not by any stretch, and there was no ceremony, but this program ran the gamut from very basic computer tasks, apps…
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No Theme Thursday (02/15/24)
Good day to all, and welcome to this week’s edition of No Theme Thursday! This week, I am giving the barbarians, gypsies, dragons and sorceresses a break and stepping a bit outside the box. I wanted to challenge myself to work a bit outside my wheelhouse, and hopefully it will inspire some of you as…
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The Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 7)
The Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 6) Hell Beside, Heaven Within Xi glanced over at Driver and nodded her head toward the door. “You can wait outside. I’d like to chat privately with our guest,” she said flatly. Driver nodded and headed towards the door. “Chat privately” was Xi’s coy way of saying “No witnesses.” Truthfully, even Driver,…
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To quote Rob Halford…
Breaking the law! Breaking the law! British Steel. A bonafide metal classic. Now, onto the topic at hand. If I ever did break the law, intentionally, unintentionally, or otherwise, I certainly wouldn’t advertise it. 😄 So instead, I will just take the opportunity to post a couple banging tunes with a “jail” motif. Look at…
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Wandering Wednesday (02/14/24)
Good day and Happy Valentine’s Day to all! I hope if you are spending the day with your special someone, it is the absolute best day ever! Take an extra moment today to truly appreciate all the special folks in your life. Life is precious and so are those around us. Let them know it.…
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That’s Life!
That’s life, that’s life… That’s what all the people say. Well, first off, the assumption that anyone would want to read about my life is a pretty lofty one. 😄 But, for argument’s sake, we’ll assume that’s the case. I guess we need a title. How about… What Gorillas Really Think When You’re Not Around…
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No Theme Thursday 2/8 Challenge Submissions
Good day/night to all! Today, I will be posting the Challenge Submissions for the 02/08 edition of NTT. This week, I am thrilled to share submissions from the following bloggers: Aasthawrites from Literary Evaluation Blog Pooja G from Lifesfinewhine Amy from “It’s Amy,” I said. Destiny from Destiny’s Designz Mr. Philo from Philosophy Through Photography…
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The Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 6)
Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 5) Warning: The following excerpt contains drug references which some may find offensive. Woeful Accommodations The look of absolute pleasure on Xi’s face chilled Eva straight to the bone. The glint from the tip of the syringe perfectly matched the glint in Xi’s eyes. Eva felt that awful hollow feeling in the…
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The Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 5)
The Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 4) Dedicated Professional Xi Xiao couldn’t help but revel in the feeling of excitement coursing through her body. Much like a child on Christmas Eve, the anticipation of a new assignment was downright exhilarating. The tingle she felt up and down her spine intensified with each step down the staircase. She…
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The Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 4)
Click here for pt. 3 (Links to 1 & 2 also ) The Doctor Is In Emil didn’t bother changing out of his tuxedo yet. Instead, he went to his office, poured himself a drink, and sat down at his desk. He lay Eva’s black leather clutch in front of him and proceeded to empty…
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Like I Remember??
I barely remember what I did yesterday, man. I don’t recall anything spectacular, so mom was probably still working at her job, and since I haven’t seen or spoken to my father in 25 years, I don’t have a clue nor a care. 😄 And now… Pictures. Just because. Inspired by 20,000 Leagues Under the…
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The Kovalenko Chronicles (pt. 3)
So, since I did a pt. 2, I figured I might as well keep going with a pt. 3 and so on, and try to make something of this thing. For those who have enjoyed the story thus far, I express my deepest appreciation. I will do my best to give you something worth reading,…
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Monday Meanderings
Good day and welcome to a new week! Hope everyone’s Monday goes as smooth as possible. Staring down a potential snowstorm rolling in tomorrow with 6 – 12″ possible accumulation. Good times! As I type this there’s about six minutes left in the Super Bowl and it’s all tied up. By the time y’all read…
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Prompt: 02/12/24
I’m keeping this one short and sweet today. Anyone who harms a woman or child should be severely punished. Prison is far, far better than they deserve. In the interest of decorum, I will leave the level of punishment I mean to your speculation.
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SLDS Follow-Up
When I posted my entry for this week’s SLDS Challenge, I wrote an accompanying snippet of text to go with the image I chose. Aasthawrites asked me where part 2 was. Well… I didn’t have a part 2, I told her. I had written it on a whim to give some context to the image.…
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Sci-Fi Sunday (02/11/24)
Welcome to another addition of Sci-Fi Sunday! Hard to believe we’re already near the midpoint of another month. Crazy! I hope everyone is having a fantastic weekend and making the most of it. Looking forward to a possible snowstorm after two days of 50-plus degree temps. My sinuses do not approve. 😄 Anyhow, enough of…
The Beginning At Last 