Category Archives: Daily Life

An Uninvited Guest

Posted on January 19, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

In Going Home Again, I talk about my childhood and the nomadic lives my family led for many years. By the time I graduated from high school, we had lived in at least fourteen different houses. Each was memorable in its … Continue reading →

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Ecclesiastes and The Byrds

Posted on January 18, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 and Pete Seger’s “Turn! Turn! Turn!” preach there is a time for everything. From a time to be born to a time to die, both the Holy Bible and the 1960s folk singer’s work make that point. And, … Continue reading →

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Red Flags and Paradoxes

Posted on January 16, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

My sense of irony was triggered when I read this daily challenge prompt: I am currently working on a blog discussing accountability as it should apply to people passionate enough about a cause to become an activist. Now, I am … Continue reading →

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Speaking of Apologies

Posted on January 15, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

Boy, this was a tough one. Assignments such as this are a real problem for over-analyzers like me. Thankfully, my subconscious works overtime while my conscious self tilts at windmills. So, the day’s topic is life lessons that would benefit … Continue reading →

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Boldly Speaking

Posted on January 11, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

Ah, the question of living boldly is on the table today. And, as one might expect if they have a cynical mind such as mine, one of the first comments posted was by someone who confused risk-taking with boldness. Others … Continue reading →

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Gratefully Speaking

Posted on January 10, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

Here we go again, “What are five things you’re grateful for today?” The five things that come to mind are family, community, experiences, expectations, and well-being. I am blessed with the most wonderful family one can imagine. No, they are … Continue reading →

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Assuming I Care

Posted on January 9, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

Today’s writing prompt is, “What do people incorrectly assume about you?” The title of this piece clearly states my first reaction to the question. And, while the title is a bit tongue in cheek, there is some truth in it. … Continue reading →

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A Little Ambiguity?

Posted on January 8, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

The prompt for today’s blogger’s challenge is, “What do you like most about your writing?” Those friends and colleagues who know me well will not be surprised to read, the reaction in my head was something akin to, “whaaaaaat?’ Do … Continue reading →

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Laughter; the Best Medicine

Posted on January 7, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

What makes me laugh you ask? Okay, you may not have asked that, but my blogging community did, so here we go. Humanity makes me laugh. I mean how could it not? If you believe in the God of the … Continue reading →

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Speaking of Inspiration

Posted on January 6, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

Wow! Today, I am charged with writing about someone who inspires me. What an opportunity to sing someone’s praises and offer them as an example of leadership, talent, knowledge, and kindness. Sadly, that is not what comes to mind for … Continue reading →

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