The following is a letter to the editor written by an immigrant and published in the LA Times:
“Former President Trump, you are right. Vice…
When I read this story, I wasn’t sure if I should post it as a Newsflash, though it is newsworthy, or as useful knowledge we can all use. It…
Same, Kitty. Same.
Being in the middle of an argument and maintaining your cool isn't always easy. If fact, when something triggers us, we can go from being a pretty…
The Neighborhood Congregational Church in Laguna Beach, CA, hopes to spread love by creating affordable housing, thanks to a new state law called…
One of the most popular exercises that uses nearly every muscle in the body is the squat. While it's a great exercise, many people, including…
We've often had the experience of something old becoming new again--think flared jeans or bedazzled clothing. That seems to be what’s happening in…
My client, Kate, was standing on one leg, palms pressed together with arms extended and “sweeping” them side to side. This exercise improves…
Improved brain, heart, and bone health, and a decreased risk of injury-related falls are just a few benefits of building physical strength. Here's…
In all the years I've ordered coffee, never have I asked for a grande, venti, or trenta. Small, medium, and large work fine for me.
Call me…
It's 100 degrees here today so these “chilling” photos of Sierra de Guadarrama National Park in Spain were very refreshing as well as…
In 2010, at 88, Betty White graced the set of Saturday Night Live with her comic genius.
Laughter is the best medicine and if you need a…
Recently, I've received text messages like, "Hi, this is Vivian from Dynamic Job Recruiting. Are you looking for high-paying work?" and the…
Are you a chaser? Not a chaser of goals and dreams, but a chaser of people?
I want to take this time to remind you that you are unique and…
Now that both parties enjoyed their convention, undecideds are faced with an existential choice. If they believe there’s a purpose to life, their…
This mega-pod of at least 1,500 dolphins stretched out for almost a mile. It'll take your breath away in a way only nature can do. Read details…
The results may not be what you'd hoped for...
Politics is a ferris wheel. Whether you're high up or down low in this cycle, here's an old SNL opening that's an entertaining throwback to what…
I believe in prayer.
Some of us aren’t powerful or moneyed enough to change the outcome of an election. Some of us aren’t influential…
When a news report mentions "closed-door negotiations in Washington," images of nefarious dealings between monolithic corporations and…
We’ve all heard someone say, “They’re just wishful thinking” or “You’re just wishful thinking.” When it’s said, it’s not meant as an encouragement…
The comedian flight attendant in the background got this trip off to a hilarious start…
Who among us hasn’t experienced waves of drowsiness and low energy while sitting through a lecture or at a computer screen?
To keep their…
Novelist and literary scholar C.S. Lewis on the risk of love:
"There is no safe investment. To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love…
Dust off your VHS machine and get your family together for a night of fun! From DreamWorks Pictures, this classic vhs is still in its original…
There are currently over 103,000 people on the National Transplant Waitlist. "Directed donation" is when a family knows a person on the Waitlist…
Samantha Figueroa, food operations manager for Caroline County Public Schools in Virginia, oversees an expanded summer meal program, distributing…
In the Netflix movie, Work It, senior high schooler Quinn, is obsessed. Obsessed with attending Duke University! There is no other option. Period…
A 2013 study found that mechanics quoted women higher prices if they appeared uninformed about their cars. Smog shop owner and mechanic Angie…
A 15-year study has revealed that portions of our brains grow larger during the warm summer months. Scientists theorize barometric pressure (the…
This is a question researchers have been trying to answer since the days of ancient Greece. As someone who rarely remembers dreams, I envied…
Facebook’s parent company Meta will pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle a lawsuit that accused the company of using facial recognition technology…
In elementary school, we were taught how the moon's gravitational pull impacts our oceans' tides. Many scientists are now investigating if and how…
Stunning photos from locations new to me. Faces, scenes, and life captured—telling a story with one click. All are winners. The above image is…
When we hear about environmental factors that negatively affect our health, microplastics and PFAS (forever chemicals) get a lot of press…
"Childless cat ladies" may not be the" real problem with the USA. It might just be those "crazy cat men" who choose to stay home and cuddle with…
It's estimated about 1% of the world's population stutters, though about 5% of children go through a period of stuttering. A summer camp at…
Bizarro creator, Dan Piraro, cracks me up with his sardonic humor. Not everyone appreciates that sort of wit, but for those of you who do, enjoy...
This sign encourages us to take nothing for granted and feel grateful, making ourselves available to beauty and positivity.
The assassination attempt on the former president is the latest high-profile shooting committed by a young man. The list of such incidents…
Lately, I’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the political and social unrest around us. The surge in hate language and violence among opposing…
This will be hard to beat...
Bromine, Red 40, propylparaben, and BHT are just a few of the common additives in popular foods in the US but are banned or highly restricted in…
My client, Caleb, has recently been increasing his vegetable and water intake and told me he’s proud of those changes. I commended him and asked…
Frank Tischer's black-and-white nature photography captures the essence of landscapes with rich contrasts and striking compositions. His images…
When Melanie Harper lost her wedding ring in a bin at a local recycling center, she didn't expect to see it again. Finding it would be a classic "…
Nope, take a closer look... and listen—you might be surprised…
Aside from tasting great, consuming olive oil brings a host of well-documented health benefits. However, the health and production of olives…
I had a chance yesterday morning to do some browsing for art and found these very cool ink drawings. The artist's name is Margo and she has…
Well, take a look at this funny, crazy cat. She may be weird, but she's very loveable…
Hot In The City, Heat Wave, and Here Comes The Sun are just a few song titles that come to mind when I hear about the scorching temperatures much…
The use of artificial intelligence is hotly debated, with some people and industries believing it will revolutionize our lives while others fear…
He's definitely not everyone's cup of tea, but the controversial and strongly opinionated comedian and TV host, Bill Maher, is now a best-selling…
When kids don’t have clean clothes to wear to school, many of them don’t go. That’s what’s been discovered as a contributing issue to the Los…
Starlink, a satellite company owned by Elon Musk's SpaceX, has brought high-speed internet service to the indigenous Marubo villages in the Amazon…
We can all relate to getting a song stuck in our heads and I wanted to share the one that's been in my brain for a couple of days.
"Step…
There’s art that hangs over your living room couch, and then there’s art that pokes and provokes our minds. This series from John Holcroft will…
When it comes to living healthy lifestyles, many people’s experience is like driving with the parking brake on—they may be doing some things that…
Mondays can be hectic, even crazy. Here's a little something you can chill with and hopefully give you some smiles.…
If you didn't already know, today is National Donut Day. I chose chocolate glaze to celebrate. There's still time for some special Friday fun on…
“The world is an incredible place. It's here for you and for you to enjoy, so show up as you. The world needs you as you are.”
To view life…
Twelve-year-old Bruhat Somastood from St. Petersburg, Florida, made the news last week after winning the 96th Scripps National Spelling Bee…
I drove through a part of Los Angeles called Silverlake a few days ago. It's an area with a lot of character but isn't immune to signs of economic…
Add a little Mother Nature to your weekend by browsing these delightful…
Crows have overtaken my yard this spring. I used to have lots of finches and hummingbirds hanging out at my fountain, but this year, the crows…
As a kid, I remember my grandparents watching All In The Family on CBS. I was too young to grasp the humor, but I eventually learned how…
Today, I pulled a little piece of paper from my grandma’s heart box that said, “Do something for somebody.” That simple statement could…
A Louisiana high school was in trouble. Fights were breaking out regularly. One fight was so out of control that local police had to respond. …
Last week was “Instructor Appreciation Week” at the seniors center where I teach my boxing class. Shortly after class started, the center’s…
Once again, Mother Nature has won my heart with her creations. This time it's a kitten taking its duckling friends on a field trip to the water…
At lunchtime yesterday while making my favorite sandwich, I grabbed the bread, spread the mustard, and promptly put the mustard and sliced cheese…
You won't be able to hold back a smile, or maybe you'll even laugh out loud at the wildlife having some fun with their photographers.…
Who among us hasn't, at least occasionally, woken in the middle of the night with our brains lit up and ready to ponder anything and everything?…
Just a few days before Christmas of 2000, a baby was bundled in a blanket and flannel shirt, put in a cardboard box, and left in the hallway of an…
This young farmer loves his animals and his animals love him. He's the pied piper on the farm. It brought me smiles and a happy heart as I read…
One morning earlier this week, I was complaining in my head about several projects that were taking longer than expected, plus some other issues…
