Tag Archives: #bloganuary

Speaking of Lies

Posted on January 25, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

One of the easiest people to lie to is the one looking back at you every morning in the mirror. Yep! From little white lies to whoppers, we can make ourselves believe anything. Even analytical red-flag wavers like me can … Continue reading →

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Mach 2; Hair on Fire

Posted on January 24, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

For years, I wanted to be an Air Force pilot. My dad worked in the aircraft industry, and I was regularly around pilots, airplanes, and military bases. I could see myself climbing into the cockpit of a jet fighter and … Continue reading →

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Of Authors Old and New

Posted on January 24, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

I hate being asked to name my favorite author, actor, musician; you name it. Invariably, I feel compelled to qualify my answer in some way. For instance, I might respond, “In which genre?” Yes, I have favorites in different genres … Continue reading →

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Color Me Confusing

Posted on January 19, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

I love questions like, “What color describes your personality and why?” What do you think when you hear a question like that? Do you quiver with anticipation of sharing your inner being with someone? Or do you cringe with dread, … Continue reading →

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What! Me Cook?

Posted on January 18, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

As the title implies, cooking is not my thing. I can scramble an egg, grill a pork chop, or smoke a brisket, but cooking is not my comfort zone. With that said, I am somewhat of an expert in the … Continue reading →

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Oh! Happy Day!

Posted on January 17, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

Being asked to describe the happiest day of your life might be easy for someone in their teens. For a life covering most of seven decades, picking one day is likely difficult unless most of your life is not happy. … Continue reading →

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Memories…Aromatically Speaking

Posted on January 16, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

Talk about a loaded question. I was just asked if I had a memory linked to a smell. One would hope the person posing such a question was looking for an answer like one of these. “Yes, baby powder! It … Continue reading →

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Of Fear Itself

Posted on January 15, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

Today class, we’ll be talking about fear. At least, I’ll be talking about fear. Whether you’ll talk about it or be too afraid to discuss it is yet to be seen. Certainly, most of us have said or heard someone … Continue reading →

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Speaking of Travel

Posted on January 14, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

Our January muse sent out a question today, asking about our preferred mode of travel. My mind immediately went to a meme that makes me smile whenever I see a version of it. My second, more rational thought was, “First … Continue reading →

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What if a fortune?

Posted on January 13, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

Years ago, a group of administrators and senior faculty at the University of North Texas were involved in a team-building exercise. We were there to discuss various topics and issues affecting the campus. Of course, part of such a get-together … Continue reading →

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