Really? This is the best question they could come up with on xmas eve? Looks like I’m not the only guy lacking in spirit this year.
So influences on my life… There are different categories here. Musical influences would be Rush and Throwing Muses and about 100 other bands. Guitar playing influences are the big three, the three Yardbirds. Eric Clapton (even though he’s turned out to be an anti-vaxxing, racist, putz), Jeff Beck (may he rest in peace), and Jimmy Page.
Of course the original biggest influences are the same for me as they are for most people: My parents (or for those who don’t have parents, whomever played a parental role). They taught me how to function in society, how to be a grown up, how to walk and talk and eat with a fork. You know, the important stuff.
The real answer to this question though is the same answer I give to about a quarter of these stupid daily writing prompts. The biggest influences on my life are my wife and my step kids. They are the most important people in the world to me and therefore have the biggest influence on everything I do. As it should be.
In closing, here’s hoping the xmas day prompt tomorrow is more inspiring. If not, there’s always New Years Day next week.
Inside the Red Head's Head 
Are you Canadian? I am. Do you like the Trailer Park Boys lol?
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I’m not Canadian but I have watched some Trailer Park Boys. Only part of the first season though. That’s one I should get back to.
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Haha.. you need to check out Swearnet on Tubi. Lol
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If I had to answer this question I would say My influences are my family, my teachers, the sportswriters I did informational interviews with, and my subscribers on my blog.
Also please check this out:
https://www.thegoodphight.com/2023/12/23/24012575/tgp-writer-interview-brian-mcquilkin
Why?
I am in this article.
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I was thinking the exact same thing. This prompt feels very much repackaged or recycled.
Is it fair to claim that we were all regifted a writing prompt from WordPress today? That’s how it feels.
Seriously, though, usually I can find some way to put a new spinner a new perspective on these recycled prompts, but I just wasn’t feeling it today
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Your diverse influences showcase a rich tapestry of life experiences. Family, music, and personal values shape our paths. Wishing you a brighter Christmas and looking forward to your New Year insights!
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