My Musings and Thoughts


Applesause Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

This afternoon I made some cookies. I was looking to make something that I can eat without over abundance of sugar. I did some prompting of AI and the following came back (with a couple of refinements). Ingredients Instructions These are yummie – I think I will be making them again!

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AI Woes – Copilot and Remembrance Day

This morning, I was looking for an image that could use on social media in recognition of Remembrance Day. Of course I would just grab an image from a Google Search, but in the world of AI image creation tools I figured I would follow that path. As we know, some of these tools seemingly […]

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Haiku: Hoopla

What does it mean? Hoopla refers to talk or writing that is designed to get people excited about or interested in something, often with the implication that the person using the word does not find the thing exciting or interesting.Source: merriam-webster.com Hoopla fills the airLaughter and joy surround usCelebration time Music and dancingBright lights and festive […]

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Haiku: Artifice

What does it mean? Artifice refers to dishonest or insincere behavior or speech that is meant to deceive someone. It can also be used to mean “clever or artful skill.”Source: merriam-webster.com Intricate deceitArtful masks of illusionTruth hidden within Crafted perfectionDeception woven with careBeauty a facade Skillful artificeVeiling the heart’s true natureMasks worn with intent

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Haiku: Expiate

What does it mean? Expiate is a formal word that typically means “to atone or make amends for something, such as a sin or offense.”Source: merriam-webster.com Release burdened soulAtone for sins of the pastFind peace in expiate Confession cleansesFrom guilt and shame we are freeExpiate our sins Redeem through actionsSeek forgiveness, make amendsExpiate the pain

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Haiku: Emulate

What does it mean? If you emulate someone or something, you try to be like that person or thing. The word is used especially when one is trying to equal or surpass someone in accomplishment or achievement.Source: merriam-webster.com To emulate stars,Shine bright in the vast night sky,Be a light for all. Mimic the wind’s song,Whispering […]

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Haiku: Luminary

What does it mean? A luminary is a person of prominence or brilliant achievement. The word luminary may also refer to a celestial body, such as the sun or moon.Source: merriam-webster.com Light in the darknessGuiding path through the night skyLuminary bright Stars twinkle aboveLuminary in the skyShining with grace Moon’s soft glow so clearLuminary in […]

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Haiku: Ferret

What does it mean? To ferret means to find something, such as information, by careful searching. It is usually followed by the word out.Source: merriam-webster.com Hidden truths we seek,Ferret out secrets untold,Light upon darkness. Through the winding maze,Ferret out the path ahead,Lost no more, find way. Amidst chaos, find,Ferret out serenity,Peace in solitude.

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Haiku: Detritus

What does it mean? Detritus refers to debris—that is, the pieces that remain when something breaks, falls apart, or is destroyed.Source: merriam-webster.com Polluted river flowsDetritus floats on the wavesNature’s tears turned grey Trash scattered on streetsDetritus breeds in decayBeauty in decline Rain clears away dirtDetritus washed into drainsCleansed yet still remains

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Haiku: Culprit

What does it mean? Culprit refers to a person who has committed a crime or done something wrong. Culprit can also refer to the source or cause of a problem.Source: merriam-webster.com In shadows it hides,Culprit’s devious motive,Justice will prevail. Whispers of deceit,Culprit’s mystery unfolds,Truth seeking its course. Innocence veiled,Culprit’s guilt unraveled,Conscience stands accused.

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