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Gifts: Memorable, Precious, and Maybe Not?

Posted on January 9, 2023 by S. Eric Jackson

Once upon a time, the question, “What was the most memorable gift you ever received?” would barely raise an eyebrow. Those days are long past, whether it is someone close to you asking or a Social Media post offering to … Continue reading →

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Of Gifts and Disappointment

Posted on September 20, 2021 by S. Eric Jackson

The following question was posed recently as part of a writing challenge. Was there a special gift or toy you wanted as a child but never received? My first thought was something akin to, “Duh!” Then my introspective side kicked … Continue reading →

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Of Christmas Just Past

Posted on December 26, 2020 by S. Eric Jackson

‘Twas the day after Christmas, and in towns all about,
Suspenders were straining, and belts were let out;
Boxes and trash were piled by the street,
Awaiting trash trucks to make their first sweep;
And toys lay scattered throughout the homes,
From puppets to Muppets, to strange little gnomes, Continue reading →

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