"Fifty, My One Year Journey," is about everything I did during a one year period of my life, when I turned Fifty. During this milestone, I captured some strange and unusual events as they happened right before your eyes. Within these pages, are easy to read short stories. You will laugh, be inspired, and even shed a tear or two. Plus, I've included some of my own personal poetry.

During this one year adventure you will learn some historical facts about the famous All-American Soap Box Derby, the giant Goodyear Air Dock where many blimps were built, and step back in time to the Canal Era as we visit Downtown Akron's Lock 3.

We're all getting older and...

Age is just a number, so they say! As time goes on, new opportunities will arise, enticing us to try something new. In "Seventeen Years Later," Walk with me on the campaign trail as I run for councilman, then unexpectedly become the president of the Goodyear Retirees.

Read as I offer a whole new perspective on getting older. You'll discover humor and find inspiration, as we navigate together through this crazy world we call home. Enjoy Your Journey!

Eric has appeared on Channel 8 Fox TV, in the newspaper and on the radio, sharing stories of this amazing journey! Enjoy this reading experience!