The Abandoned Rose of Texas
Posted on November 13, 2023 Posted by John Scalzi 9 Comments
I found this rose on the hallway floor of my hotel in Austin, Texas, this weekend, clearly the residue of a wedding that had been at the hotel at the same time I was there. Naturally I had to take a picture of it before disposing it. I hope it is not a metaphor for the wedding couple.
In other news, I am back home for the duration of 2023; I have a couple other things on my calendar, but they’re a) drivable, and b) not relating to book touring. What will I do with the rest of the year? Sleep. And maybe write a couple of things. You know, like I do. From time to time. Here and there. Now and then.
— JS
You’re a WRITER?
G’wan, pull the other one! 😁
As a native Texan I am legally required to ask if this was a yellow rose?
Really enjoyed the panel you were on at the Texas Book Festival.
That is a loverly picture.
I’m immediately reminded of Krauss and Plant covering “Trampled Rose”.
Send the married couple a note:
“Three years, six months.”
I’m sure they’ll appreciate it.
You? Stay out of trouble? Impossible!
Although you haven’t created any burritos that qualified as crimes against humanity for a while. Or at least not that I’m aware of.
I’m so bummed I wasn’t able to get down to the festival to meet you this weekend. I hope you were able to get some brisket and tacos while you were here.
Beautiful picture and a beautiful metaphor. I see the positive in it that the rose is no longer needed. It has filled its primary function in life and has moved on to inspiring art.
Isn’t there a novel due? Or overdue, as rumor says is your wont… Maybe you could give your publishers a huge gift, be two days early ;-)
Hope you got to eat at El Rancho when you were in Austin. I dream about the food at that place. OMG heaven.
Glad you can relax a bit! Also I read ‘Starter Villain’ and LOVED IT. Laughed out loud numerous times.