Category Archives: family

If That Old House Could Talk: 4217 Shadow Dr.

Posted on February 18, 2025 by S. Eric Jackson

It can happen to anyone. I just never thought it would happen to me. One day, you’ll be in a happy place filled with warmth, love, and people who appreciate you. The next, you’ll be the site of an estate … Continue reading →

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When Reality Strikes

Posted on September 10, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

If you regularly follow my work, you may have wondered where I’ve been. Was I abducted by aliens or kidnapped by members of one political group or another? Some of you who have known me since my rugby days may … Continue reading →

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A Mountain Climbed

Posted on September 4, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

If you follow me, you may wonder where I have been for the last few months. Hopefully, the title above gives you a hint. Yes, we were climbing, in a way. Okay! Maybe it wasn’t a mountain. Still, when you’ve … Continue reading →

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Low Water: High Expectations

Posted on March 4, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

In parts of the world, roads can become rivers, or at least large creeks, with little warning. This is s especially true in some areas known as flatlands. These roads can cause problems for the folks who live on or … Continue reading →

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Traditionally Speaking

Posted on January 26, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

Today, the challenge or prompt is to write about a few of my favorite family traditions. My first reaction to the prompt was less than enthusiastic. After all, if you’ve seen any of my previous work, you may have some … Continue reading →

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Only Five?

Posted on January 23, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

To some I am a contrarian. To others, I am a Wanna-Be punster. Still, to others, I am the master of Dad Jokes. So, when the writing prompt for the day is something such as, “List five things you do … Continue reading →

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Confusingly Me

Posted on January 21, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

Today, I have been asked, or ordered, given the tone of the prompt, to write about my first name.* The instructions continued to include origin, etymology, significance, meaning, etc. The problem is, those things had no connection to my mother’s decision. … Continue reading →

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A Question of Clutter

Posted on January 16, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

If someone asked you, “Where can you reduce clutter in your life,” what would you think? Many people reading this were asked that question recently. I received the prompt just before I went to bed last night. Somewhere between reading … Continue reading →

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Mission Impossible: Thankfully No!

Posted on January 9, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

If you’re old enough to remember hearing the phrase below on your black-and-white television, you’re like me and getting a little long in the tooth. “Your mission, should you choose to accept it . . .” I know! Whether we’re … Continue reading →

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Of Gifts and Gratitude

Posted on January 4, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

If you’re new to my world, I am one of the most analytical people you will ever meet. Even if something I do or say seems spontaneous, you can bet I have thought about it at some point. Or, in … Continue reading →

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