Category Archives: Humor

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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Pick Your Poison

Posted on January 14, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

Okay, I did a throwback here and posted the prompt I am responding to.* One reason is related to the title. My first title for this piece was How Much Time Do You Have, but as the author of the … Continue reading →

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Ideally Speaking

Posted on January 13, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

The question this morning is, “What does your ideal day look like?” Part of me wants to answer with the standard old guy joke. “Any day I can get out of bed is a good one.” Of course, that is … Continue reading →

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Emoji This, or Not

Posted on January 12, 2022 by S. Eric Jackson

Doing a bit of quick research on the term “emoji” I discovered the first icons called emojis were created by a Japanese engineer. Perhaps that explains the inscrutable nature of some of the little suckers. Take the “halo” emojis. Half … 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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Standoff on the Cul-de-sac

Posted on December 26, 2021 by S. Eric Jackson

T’was the day after Christmas, and all along the street, The kids were exhausted and most still asleep. The parents were quietly savoring the peace. Little did they know that in the next yard, Two locals in a standoff were … Continue reading →

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