Words and Lyrics

  Ever since I started this blog in June, 2025, I have enjoyed using and experimenting with A.I. to produce written and visual content using various programs. It is a fast and easy way to provide useful and supplementary materials. I have also relied almost entirely on A.I. to produce my "NetSleuths" newsletter, which covers high-profile crimes in the news. Net Sleuths As everyone knows, A.I. can be used to generate realistic but FAKE stories and imagery. Just for fun, I blended a there.com photo with a Van Gogh painting, and also created an entertaining backstory for it. I also created a new "supercar" that had some of my friends believing it was real. Maybe "Soundshift Technology" will be an actual thing in the future! lol An Overlooked Gem VW Valkyrie I have also put together an A.I. guide for beginners that explains how to generate and manipulate imagery for one's blog, signs, promotional materials, etc. Check out the link below and let me know if ...

  This past Saturday at Words & Lyrics Cafe, we enjoyed a radio play written by Shakeyspear. To the Dogs is a 25-minute audio drama that is a deft mix of horror and humor, along with a smattering of vintage cigarette ads. Perfect for an evening of light entertainment! To the Dogs: An Old-Time Radio Play After the play wrapped up, Corey, Rowdi Designs, and I enjoyed asking Bill (Shakeyspear) a number of questions regarding his theatrical career as a writer and actor. In addition to writing numerous plays, Bill has also enjoyed a long musical career as a guitarist. We were surprised AND very impressed to learn that he played guitar on Deborah Harry's most recent solo tour. Bill also remarked that Ms. Harry is one of the nicest and most gracious entertainers in the music industry. Before concluding the event, we told Bill that we would love to host another of his radio-play events at my cafe, and he concurred. Although we had a small group in attendance, I realized that a lot of ...

  Here are some pictures of a recent Buggy Bash, hosted by BR34D at Bamboo. I had a great time and even managed to secure a win and 2k. It was actually a co-victory, however, as my buggy and the other remaining one collided and simultaneously exited the arena. Ty for a great event, BR34D! The smackdown of the night belonged to GroundhogSandy, who managed to eliminate two buggies with one collision. I just happened to be taking a photo when it happened, as you can see in the above image. On the left, one buggy has nearly landed, and another one is still airborne. Also have to congratulate Sandy for being a multi-match winner on the evening -- she won at least three by my count!