Category Archives: Holidays

Father’s Day 2020

Posted on Sunday, June 21, 2020 by Eric Miller

Like many dads today I await a phone call.  Or maybe a text.  That’s all I need.  No ties, cards, soap-on-a-rope, or socks.  Just a call.

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Veteran Pen Pal Comes Knocking at Door

Posted on Sunday, November 10, 2019 by Eric Miller

(Readers: I wrote this story based on an event nine years ago, glad to update it a bit.) Eighty words bridged seven thousand miles. “Write to a soldier and cheer them up,” said Mrs. Larsen, while coordinating a holiday writing … Continue reading →

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Happy Memorial Day – Thank you Vets

Posted on Sunday, May 26, 2019 by Eric Miller

To all Vets and to all who are still active military, thank you.

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A Harried Christmas

Posted on Friday, December 21, 2018 by Eric Miller

“Once again we come to the Holiday Season, a deeply religious time that each of us observes in his own way, by going to the mall of his choice.”  Dave Barry I’m more into saying Merry Christmas than Happy Holidays.  … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving 2018 – Thanks Firefighters

Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 by Eric Miller

I enjoy camp fires but have NOT enjoyed the recent Camp Fire which hit the community of Paradise, California.  For readers unfamiliar with Northern California, Paradise sits in the Sierra Nevada foothills about fifteen miles east of Chico and about … Continue reading →

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Guys, Need Valentine’s Advice? Hear from a Pro

Posted on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 by Eric Miller

I’m neither sweet nor perfect that’s certain.  At least I admit it. But it took a stumble upon hidden booty to remember that FEBRUARY 14th soon approaches. 

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My Top Three Reads for 2017

Posted on Sunday, December 17, 2017 by Eric Miller

“The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who can’t read them.” Mark Twain A good read before bed time is my normal routine.  Here are my three favorite books from 2017.  If you … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Nut Cracking

Posted on Saturday, November 25, 2017 by Eric Miller

“I come from a family where gravy is considered a beverage.”  Erma Bombeck A short break from togetherness may be a good thing.  My wife assigned me a Thanksgiving Day project. “I need a cup of walnuts.” “Where’s the nut cracker?” … Continue reading →

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Kid’s Quitting is Father’s Dilemma

Posted on Friday, June 16, 2017 by Eric Miller

She lasted 90 hours over three seasons.  Maggie was not an outlier.  Not in soccer. In Outliers author Malcolm Gladwell explains the “10,000 Hour Rule” which claims that the key to success is a matter of practicing a specific task for … Continue reading →

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Happy Memorial Day 2017

Posted on Monday, May 29, 2017 by Eric Miller

Just a quick note of appreciation to the men and women I know who’ve served in the military.  My dad (a physician) served twice in Vietnam, first in 1970 and again in 1972-73(?).  Dr.  J.B. Miller (retired colonel, USAF) was … Continue reading →

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