Category Archives: Writing

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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Friday Follies: Stranger Danger Revisited*

Posted on August 16, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

Many, many years ago, I was part of one of the best municipal police pistol teams in the country. I was not the best shot, but I could hold my own well enough to compete at the National Police Pistol … 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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Midweek Musings: Wasted Time and Ink

Posted on February 28, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

If you read last week’s post, you know I let a lady go without a ticket because she claimed she was about to pee in her pants. So, I gave her a verbal warning instead of a speeding ticket. She … Continue reading →

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Midweek Musings: Influentially Speaking #1

Posted on February 21, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

I keep thinking I’ll quit writing about the mess we’ve made of the United States. After all, there is little chance anything will change because one old, retired cop expresses an opinion. Still, maybe something I say will inspire someone … Continue reading →

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Me and Books

Posted on January 27, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

As someone who grew up reading everything he could get his hands on, I find myself somewhat disinterested in books these days. As I write this, I am glancing over at two bookcases with dozens of books ranging from reference … 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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Leisure Time?

Posted on January 25, 2024 by S. Eric Jackson

Leisure time! What a wonderful sounding term. One can imagine lounging by the pool, walking through a beautiful park, or sipping a glass of your favorite adult beverage concoction while watching the squirrels and birds compete for the seed in … 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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