01/01
Today is the day to #begin again. It feels official since it is shared by all in the Western world.
In truth, you can start again any day. All it takes is the “want to”…
#whistpr
01/02
“The book says I need a #cup of molasses.”
“It’s January,” Mary replied. “You’ll never get it out of the jar.”
“OK, pass me the brown sugar. They’ll never know the difference.”
#whistpr
01/03
The harpsichord sounds a mournful #dirge as the group assembles.
“I thought this was going to be a party?” she asked.
“He’s all we could get,” he answered, “and that’s all he knows how to play.”
#whistpr
01/04
Every popular musical form seems to start out with profound ideas, but descends into greed and bluster.
Don’t push me ‘cuz I’m close to the #edge…
#whistpr
01/05
Some people bristle at the metaphor of life being a #fish tank. It is quite apropos, I think. Doing the same thing every day, in a finite universe, worrying about the smallest things while the larger world passes them by.
(“Hey, look, Howard’s being eaten!”)
#whistpr
01/06
The dogs stand guard at my picture window like two #gargoyles protecting a castle. When the object of their attention appears, they go wild.
Mom is home from the market.
#whistpr
01/07
There is much talk of #heartbreak today.
Remember that all creatures are valuable, either as role models or examples of what to avoid.
Your job is to be able to tell the difference.
#whistpr
01/08
We have the videotape. It is far too late to play #innocent now.
Sit in the corner quietly until you are told to leave.
#whistpr
01/09
COVID had turned this formerly outgoing ad executive into a hermit. He decided to go back to his old office because he was sick of Zoom calls.
He forgot how much of a #jungle the city really is.
#whistpr
01/10
The lyricist sat puzzled. No matter what animal he tried to utilize, it just didn’t sound right.
Wombat? No…
Koala? No…
Elk? No…
“Tie me…Tie me…”
Sandy walked by and leant in. “Try #kangaroo…”
A song is born…
#whistpr
01/11
“All of our goods are manufactured in the USA.”
“Bullshit!” roared the crowd.
An organic chant rose form the agitated mob.
“Check the #label…”
#whistpr
01/12
“We are gathered here today to #mourn the loss of Joseph Simmons. His sacrifice will not be forgotten.”
As the priest finished his remarks, Joseph smiled to himself. Finally, a new life beckons.
#whistpr
01/13
Terry’s mother was particularly pretentious that Tuesday.
“Take that away! I think it’s all stuff and #nonsense.”
Terry would try to show her his outstanding report card when she returned to their century.
#whistpr
01/14
When I was a kid, my older brother made me sandwiches for lunch. Whenever I would bother him, he would threaten me with a mushroom and #onion sandwich if I didn’t stop.
One April Fool’s Day, he made good on his threat.
It ended up in his bed.
#whistpr
01/15
“You actually listen to #Puddle of Mudd?”
“Yeah, I like their groove.”
“The modern day Milli Vanilli. No thanks.”
#whistpr
01/16
His strength in battle was legendary. He gave his opponents no #quarter. He led his trrops into battle like he always had.
And he was the first to be cut down by the opponent’s new super weapon.
#whistpr
01/17
There was nothing left in the field. All of the plants were pulled out by the #roots.
I loved that field. There is nothing left here for me now.
#whistpr
01/18
“It is the most influential episode of “‘Star Trek’ ever produced.”
“Anthony…”
“What is ‘Space #Seed?'”
“Right again…”
#whistpr
01/19
A long time ago in a galaxy far far away…
They knew how to send a #tyrant off to obscurity…
#whistpr
01/20
Why is it so hard to #unite, but easy to divide?
Everybody thinks they are right.
The realization that you might not be is step one on the road to a brighter tomorrow.
#whistpr
01/21
Always the last to be picked. Always the one to watch the car with the cool kids drive away to the party. Always alone, staring at a screen.
One little #victory – that’s all I ask…
#whistpr
01/22
I will #wade into the pond.
Further…
Further…
I am submerged, but I feel no pain or anguish.
This is where I belong.
#whistpr
01/23
Listening to the fanatic bend reality to their own worldview engenders only one word…
#Yikes…
#whistpr
01/24
“I believe what I believe.”
Despite #abundant evidence to the contrary.
Hope that works out for you…
#whistpr
01/25
Next time, I’ll pull up the weather reports. Next time, I’ll be smart and take that jacket.
For now, I sit here, freezing. Aching.
To the #bone…
#whistpr
01/26
“What happens now?” the young man asked from his hospital bed. He was seriously injured in an auto crash, and was looking at a long rehabilitation.
The therapist was matter-of-fact. “We are starting over. You must #crawl before you can walk.”
#whistpr
01/27
She has seen the train wrecks, the fallen angels, the disaster areas. She vowed to herself that it would not happen to her.
She would be a no-#drama mama…
#whistpr
01/28
“He is an #elegant scoundrel. He’ll take you in with his smooth tongue and leave you lonely like he has all the rest.”
“Perhaps,” Celeste said. “But I’m gonna enjoy the ride.”
#whistpr
01/29
The officer arrived at her door. She fell to the #floor, weeping.
“Ma’am, I think you misunderstand. I’ve brought your son home. Highly decorated.”
The mother’s tears turned to joy.
#whistpr
01/30
The ungainly bird flies on #gossamer wings, so wide that wheels need to be mounted on their ends to support them. It might look strange, but it’s been the most effective at its job, outlasting even the most optimistic life span.
High in the sky…
#whistpr
01/31
The stand-up comedian recited his usual routine of insults and belittlement. The crowd gave a loud boo and a #hiss, as expected.
The club owner took the young man aside. “Why do you do this?”
“I think they will remember me.”
#whistpr