Jarrett Smith
@js-wordsmith.bsky.social
I craft emotionally resonant stories for thoughtful readers, blending my love of technology, family, and travel.
Annika's Thanksgiving is going worse than normal. Her mom is enraged because her sister didn't come home to be with them. But things will change with a simple call.
Here's my heart-warming #shortstory: Thanks
https://vocal.media/fiction/thanks-mkatx0l9d
Hope you have a good Thanksgiving
Here's my heart-warming #shortstory: Thanks
https://vocal.media/fiction/thanks-mkatx0l9d
Hope you have a good Thanksgiving
November 27, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Annika's Thanksgiving is going worse than normal. Her mom is enraged because her sister didn't come home to be with them. But things will change with a simple call.
Here's my heart-warming #shortstory: Thanks
https://vocal.media/fiction/thanks-mkatx0l9d
Hope you have a good Thanksgiving
Here's my heart-warming #shortstory: Thanks
https://vocal.media/fiction/thanks-mkatx0l9d
Hope you have a good Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate, and a giant Thank You to the rest. I am so grateful for all the support I've been given. It means so much to me that anyone spends any time at all reading my work. I hope you have a great day.
https://jswordsmith.com/thank-you-2/
https://jswordsmith.com/thank-you-2/
November 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate, and a giant Thank You to the rest. I am so grateful for all the support I've been given. It means so much to me that anyone spends any time at all reading my work. I hope you have a great day.
https://jswordsmith.com/thank-you-2/
https://jswordsmith.com/thank-you-2/
Looking for an easy #shortstory to read? Check out my feel-good story, Offline about a son and a dad reconnecting through some playtime imagination games. Fans of #fantasy, #scifi, and feel-good stories should take a look.
#fiction
https://vocal.media/fiction/offline-defx0a4e
#fiction
https://vocal.media/fiction/offline-defx0a4e
November 26, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Looking for an easy #shortstory to read? Check out my feel-good story, Offline about a son and a dad reconnecting through some playtime imagination games. Fans of #fantasy, #scifi, and feel-good stories should take a look.
#fiction
https://vocal.media/fiction/offline-defx0a4e
#fiction
https://vocal.media/fiction/offline-defx0a4e
There probably won't be a black friday deal for #switch2 but I know it's going to be a hot item. Here's a non-gamer dad's opinion of the Switch 2 and if it's worth upgrading to.
https://jswordsmith.com/switch-2-review/
https://jswordsmith.com/switch-2-review/
November 26, 2025 at 4:04 PM
There probably won't be a black friday deal for #switch2 but I know it's going to be a hot item. Here's a non-gamer dad's opinion of the Switch 2 and if it's worth upgrading to.
https://jswordsmith.com/switch-2-review/
https://jswordsmith.com/switch-2-review/
My 5 simple tips:
1. Go when the park shuts down early
2. Bring Entertainment for your waits
3. a stroller with lots of storage
4. Snacks and a popcorn bucket
5. Don't plan too much
See why these tips will improve your trip to #disneyworld
https://jswordsmith.com/5-simple-disney-world-tips/
1. Go when the park shuts down early
2. Bring Entertainment for your waits
3. a stroller with lots of storage
4. Snacks and a popcorn bucket
5. Don't plan too much
See why these tips will improve your trip to #disneyworld
https://jswordsmith.com/5-simple-disney-world-tips/
November 25, 2025 at 10:01 PM
My 5 simple tips:
1. Go when the park shuts down early
2. Bring Entertainment for your waits
3. a stroller with lots of storage
4. Snacks and a popcorn bucket
5. Don't plan too much
See why these tips will improve your trip to #disneyworld
https://jswordsmith.com/5-simple-disney-world-tips/
1. Go when the park shuts down early
2. Bring Entertainment for your waits
3. a stroller with lots of storage
4. Snacks and a popcorn bucket
5. Don't plan too much
See why these tips will improve your trip to #disneyworld
https://jswordsmith.com/5-simple-disney-world-tips/
I never remember to use these gestures to control my #applewatch but they can be so helpful. Here's what double tap and wrist flick can do on watchOS 26 and how to use them.
Send it to someone that might need to learn these features.
https://jswordsmith.com/how-to-use-apple-watch-gestures/
Send it to someone that might need to learn these features.
https://jswordsmith.com/how-to-use-apple-watch-gestures/
November 25, 2025 at 4:02 PM
I never remember to use these gestures to control my #applewatch but they can be so helpful. Here's what double tap and wrist flick can do on watchOS 26 and how to use them.
Send it to someone that might need to learn these features.
https://jswordsmith.com/how-to-use-apple-watch-gestures/
Send it to someone that might need to learn these features.
https://jswordsmith.com/how-to-use-apple-watch-gestures/
I'm still loving my #iPhone17pro. If you're still looking at upgrading this year, check out my review.
Ask me any questions you have!
#apple #iphone
https://jswordsmith.com/iphone-17-pro-impressions/
Ask me any questions you have!
#apple #iphone
https://jswordsmith.com/iphone-17-pro-impressions/
November 24, 2025 at 9:01 PM
I'm still loving my #iPhone17pro. If you're still looking at upgrading this year, check out my review.
Ask me any questions you have!
#apple #iphone
https://jswordsmith.com/iphone-17-pro-impressions/
Ask me any questions you have!
#apple #iphone
https://jswordsmith.com/iphone-17-pro-impressions/
Here's a little feel good story I wrote a while ago about a boy trying to reach his goals to become more attractice to girls. The goal he tries to reach, isn't the thing he ends up getting.
Check out my short story Goals.
#fiction #shortstory
https://vocal.media/fiction/goals-b81ux0gll
Check out my short story Goals.
#fiction #shortstory
https://vocal.media/fiction/goals-b81ux0gll
November 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Here's a little feel good story I wrote a while ago about a boy trying to reach his goals to become more attractice to girls. The goal he tries to reach, isn't the thing he ends up getting.
Check out my short story Goals.
#fiction #shortstory
https://vocal.media/fiction/goals-b81ux0gll
Check out my short story Goals.
#fiction #shortstory
https://vocal.media/fiction/goals-b81ux0gll
I'm no expert with my 1 trip to Disney World, but here are my top 5 basic and practical tips to help you have a better time at the happiest place on Earth. I cover everything from lines with toddlers, storage, snacks, and ponchos.
https://jswordsmith.com/5-simple-disney-world-tips/
https://jswordsmith.com/5-simple-disney-world-tips/
November 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
I'm no expert with my 1 trip to Disney World, but here are my top 5 basic and practical tips to help you have a better time at the happiest place on Earth. I cover everything from lines with toddlers, storage, snacks, and ponchos.
https://jswordsmith.com/5-simple-disney-world-tips/
https://jswordsmith.com/5-simple-disney-world-tips/
Read Robin, my modern short story inspired by Robin Hood.
Inspired by a quick and informal writing contest, I spun out this tale of greed getting set right. I didn't know how reflective of the world it would become.
#fiction #adventure #robinhood
https://vocal.media/fiction/robin-0xf80jj1
Inspired by a quick and informal writing contest, I spun out this tale of greed getting set right. I didn't know how reflective of the world it would become.
#fiction #adventure #robinhood
https://vocal.media/fiction/robin-0xf80jj1
November 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Read Robin, my modern short story inspired by Robin Hood.
Inspired by a quick and informal writing contest, I spun out this tale of greed getting set right. I didn't know how reflective of the world it would become.
#fiction #adventure #robinhood
https://vocal.media/fiction/robin-0xf80jj1
Inspired by a quick and informal writing contest, I spun out this tale of greed getting set right. I didn't know how reflective of the world it would become.
#fiction #adventure #robinhood
https://vocal.media/fiction/robin-0xf80jj1
The new #applewatch is excellent, but is it that much better than the last model? It has the same processor, style, and doesn't add any new sensors that the Series 10 doesn't. Here's what I think of upgrading to last year's model.
https://jswordsmith.com/apple-watch-series-10-in-2025/
https://jswordsmith.com/apple-watch-series-10-in-2025/
November 20, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The new #applewatch is excellent, but is it that much better than the last model? It has the same processor, style, and doesn't add any new sensors that the Series 10 doesn't. Here's what I think of upgrading to last year's model.
https://jswordsmith.com/apple-watch-series-10-in-2025/
https://jswordsmith.com/apple-watch-series-10-in-2025/
I'm not an expert, but I have put together my top 5 practical #DisneyWorld tips to improve your trip (for first timers).
https://jswordsmith.com/?p=5340
https://jswordsmith.com/?p=5340
November 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM
I'm not an expert, but I have put together my top 5 practical #DisneyWorld tips to improve your trip (for first timers).
https://jswordsmith.com/?p=5340
https://jswordsmith.com/?p=5340
Had a rough drop off today with my kids, but I also had a good chat with a friend online about how fortunate I am to be a #stayathomeparent
If you'd like to know about how I ended up as a stay-at-home dad, read my story.
#parenting
https://jswordsmith.com/i-never-meant-to-be-a-stay-at-home-dad/
If you'd like to know about how I ended up as a stay-at-home dad, read my story.
#parenting
https://jswordsmith.com/i-never-meant-to-be-a-stay-at-home-dad/
November 19, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Had a rough drop off today with my kids, but I also had a good chat with a friend online about how fortunate I am to be a #stayathomeparent
If you'd like to know about how I ended up as a stay-at-home dad, read my story.
#parenting
https://jswordsmith.com/i-never-meant-to-be-a-stay-at-home-dad/
If you'd like to know about how I ended up as a stay-at-home dad, read my story.
#parenting
https://jswordsmith.com/i-never-meant-to-be-a-stay-at-home-dad/
There's an M5 iPad Pro out now that's a beast of a machine. But I'm still over here rocking my M2 iPad Pro and it's going fine. Read to see why I upgraded to the M2 last year instead of going with the M4.
#ipadpro #apple
https://jswordsmith.com/the-m2-ipad-pro-late-review-still-a-mighty-machine/
#ipadpro #apple
https://jswordsmith.com/the-m2-ipad-pro-late-review-still-a-mighty-machine/
November 18, 2025 at 10:01 PM
There's an M5 iPad Pro out now that's a beast of a machine. But I'm still over here rocking my M2 iPad Pro and it's going fine. Read to see why I upgraded to the M2 last year instead of going with the M4.
#ipadpro #apple
https://jswordsmith.com/the-m2-ipad-pro-late-review-still-a-mighty-machine/
#ipadpro #apple
https://jswordsmith.com/the-m2-ipad-pro-late-review-still-a-mighty-machine/
Check out my #shortstory Robin, a modern-day Robin Hood. Robin combats corporate greed by taking from those who have harmed others. This is the first Robin story, with more in the editing bay.
It's short and sweet, so let me know if you like it.
https://vocal.media/fiction/robin-0xf80jj1
It's short and sweet, so let me know if you like it.
https://vocal.media/fiction/robin-0xf80jj1
November 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Check out my #shortstory Robin, a modern-day Robin Hood. Robin combats corporate greed by taking from those who have harmed others. This is the first Robin story, with more in the editing bay.
It's short and sweet, so let me know if you like it.
https://vocal.media/fiction/robin-0xf80jj1
It's short and sweet, so let me know if you like it.
https://vocal.media/fiction/robin-0xf80jj1
Looking for a heartwarming #shortstory about a dad and son reconnecting through play? After playing " floor is lava with my son one day, I came up with this story, which I hope touches you. It's one I'm super proud of.
Check out Offline
https://vocal.media/fiction/offline-defx0a4e
Check out Offline
https://vocal.media/fiction/offline-defx0a4e
November 17, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Looking for a heartwarming #shortstory about a dad and son reconnecting through play? After playing " floor is lava with my son one day, I came up with this story, which I hope touches you. It's one I'm super proud of.
Check out Offline
https://vocal.media/fiction/offline-defx0a4e
Check out Offline
https://vocal.media/fiction/offline-defx0a4e
There's an updated #AppleVisionPro out in the wild now, so I might take another demo of it, but here's what I thought of my second demo, earlier this year. The device feels surreal when you use it, but that price point!
#apple
https://jswordsmith.com/2nd-apple-vision-pro-demo/
#apple
https://jswordsmith.com/2nd-apple-vision-pro-demo/
November 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
There's an updated #AppleVisionPro out in the wild now, so I might take another demo of it, but here's what I thought of my second demo, earlier this year. The device feels surreal when you use it, but that price point!
#apple
https://jswordsmith.com/2nd-apple-vision-pro-demo/
#apple
https://jswordsmith.com/2nd-apple-vision-pro-demo/
Meltdowns, roller coasters, and Mickey Mouse. After getting intimidated planning a #disney trip, here's what it was like taking our 4 and 2 year old to Disney World, and my first time back in forty years!
https://jswordsmith.com/conquering-disney-world/
https://jswordsmith.com/conquering-disney-world/
November 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Meltdowns, roller coasters, and Mickey Mouse. After getting intimidated planning a #disney trip, here's what it was like taking our 4 and 2 year old to Disney World, and my first time back in forty years!
https://jswordsmith.com/conquering-disney-world/
https://jswordsmith.com/conquering-disney-world/
This year, there are so many choices in iPhones. If you've had the Pro model for years and are considering getting the #iphoneair Air or base model, check out my experience with downgrading for a year.
#iPhone #apple
https://jswordsmith.com/iphone-16-plus-review-a-year-in-use-and-no-regrets/
#iPhone #apple
https://jswordsmith.com/iphone-16-plus-review-a-year-in-use-and-no-regrets/
November 13, 2025 at 9:02 PM
This year, there are so many choices in iPhones. If you've had the Pro model for years and are considering getting the #iphoneair Air or base model, check out my experience with downgrading for a year.
#iPhone #apple
https://jswordsmith.com/iphone-16-plus-review-a-year-in-use-and-no-regrets/
#iPhone #apple
https://jswordsmith.com/iphone-16-plus-review-a-year-in-use-and-no-regrets/
If you have an #iphone with Apple Intelligence, make sure you have this feature turned on to make your battery last longer. Here's what it is, how to turn it on, and what will happen after.
https://jswordsmith.com/what-does-adaptive-power-do/
https://jswordsmith.com/what-does-adaptive-power-do/
November 12, 2025 at 9:01 PM
If you have an #iphone with Apple Intelligence, make sure you have this feature turned on to make your battery last longer. Here's what it is, how to turn it on, and what will happen after.
https://jswordsmith.com/what-does-adaptive-power-do/
https://jswordsmith.com/what-does-adaptive-power-do/
The future is perfectly run by AI. Everyone is giving their education deemed best for them and no one is allowed to create. But one boy dares to tell stories. This is my #scifi #shortstory Elephant Trunks.
https://vocal.media/futurism/elephant-trunks
https://vocal.media/futurism/elephant-trunks
November 12, 2025 at 5:05 PM
The future is perfectly run by AI. Everyone is giving their education deemed best for them and no one is allowed to create. But one boy dares to tell stories. This is my #scifi #shortstory Elephant Trunks.
https://vocal.media/futurism/elephant-trunks
https://vocal.media/futurism/elephant-trunks
Happy Birthday #iPod. While I didn't get into the iPod for a long time, it was the device that sucked me into the #apple ecosystem. Here's that story of one of the best devices I ever bought.
https://jswordsmith.com/the-ipod-farewell/
https://jswordsmith.com/the-ipod-farewell/
November 11, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Happy Birthday #iPod. While I didn't get into the iPod for a long time, it was the device that sucked me into the #apple ecosystem. Here's that story of one of the best devices I ever bought.
https://jswordsmith.com/the-ipod-farewell/
https://jswordsmith.com/the-ipod-farewell/
As we head into holiday gift-giving season, I'm sure the Nintendo Switch 2 is going to be a hot item. I've had one since launch, and so check out my review to see if it's worth the upgrade.
#nintendo #nintendoswitch
https://jswordsmith.com/switch-2-review/
#nintendo #nintendoswitch
https://jswordsmith.com/switch-2-review/
November 10, 2025 at 10:04 PM
As we head into holiday gift-giving season, I'm sure the Nintendo Switch 2 is going to be a hot item. I've had one since launch, and so check out my review to see if it's worth the upgrade.
#nintendo #nintendoswitch
https://jswordsmith.com/switch-2-review/
#nintendo #nintendoswitch
https://jswordsmith.com/switch-2-review/
Looking for a new #applewatch? I wouldn't skip over a cheaper Series 10. Here are the biggest reasons why, and what I've thought about my Series 10 I just bought.
https://jswordsmith.com/apple-watch-series-10-in-2025/
https://jswordsmith.com/apple-watch-series-10-in-2025/
November 6, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Looking for a new #applewatch? I wouldn't skip over a cheaper Series 10. Here are the biggest reasons why, and what I've thought about my Series 10 I just bought.
https://jswordsmith.com/apple-watch-series-10-in-2025/
https://jswordsmith.com/apple-watch-series-10-in-2025/
I'm still working on my #disneyworld piece, but I'm hoping to get it out this week (my kids had the day off from school yesterday). I'm also going to be recording a podcast tomorrow about my exp.
Until then, check out my thoughts on the Disney Cruise
https://jswordsmith.com/disney-magic-cruise/
Until then, check out my thoughts on the Disney Cruise
https://jswordsmith.com/disney-magic-cruise/
November 5, 2025 at 8:03 PM
I'm still working on my #disneyworld piece, but I'm hoping to get it out this week (my kids had the day off from school yesterday). I'm also going to be recording a podcast tomorrow about my exp.
Until then, check out my thoughts on the Disney Cruise
https://jswordsmith.com/disney-magic-cruise/
Until then, check out my thoughts on the Disney Cruise
https://jswordsmith.com/disney-magic-cruise/