Lissa Johnston
@lissaj
Writer. Bibliophile. Functioning introvert. Getting my $$ worth out of my liberal arts degree. Does not consider Bluesky a dating app. or look for me on Substack. Head shot photo credit: Jill Petracek.
My latest Substack article is out. TIA for reading, commenting, sharing, and subscribing! lissajohnston.substack.com/p/organic-op...
While I was at the Bastrop Petco today, the clerk informed me they finally got permission from the City of Bastrop to start adopting out kittens from their location. She also said for every kitten they adopt out, they donate $100 to the Bastrop County Animal Shelter. Spread the word!
“Challenge yourself to have one new experience this week. When everything around you is familiar, the days turn stale and slip by unnoticed. A surprising experience breathes life into tired days and makes the mind fresh again.” - James Clear Hallelujah! Here’s my new experience this week:
Gearing up to see The Odyssey soon. If you could wave a magic wand and choose anyone else for the role of Odysseus, who would it be? I'm thinking maybe Oscar Isaac?
I was vaguely aware of the Yacht Rock music genre, but hadn't bothered giving it a listen until today. Low-key mortified how much I love it.
Reading this banger for one of my book clubs next month. Wow. What a literal wild ride!
Nap time for my grandkitten, Watney. Not a care in the world. #caturday
One of the many benefits of taking frequent walks around our little town is meeting so many adorable kitizens. #caturday
Yes I realize it’s spring ball but when am I ever gonna see a box score like this again
You have a unique creative voice. The world is a better place when you share it. - Dan Blank
Yep thought the same when we saw this one for sale in Pittsburgh last fall. Magnificent view.
Dr. Anthony ’Tony the Tiger’ ‘Meowchi’ Fauci right after we adopted him. He’s about to turn 6 in March. #caturday
Austin area peeps: where are my fellow comedy fans? My daughter Laurel Kathleen is flying in from LA next week to participate in a comedy show at Coldtowne Theater on January 29. Join us! Use promo code LAUREL for 15% off your tickets. www.tickettailor.com/events/guyzn...
Start off the new year with some quality knowledge h/t The Daily Stoic @ryan-holiday.bsky.social
Today’s pick from Beth Pickens’ writing prompt deck: vulnerability www.bethpickens.com/artistsdeck