Question: Should I accept a dear friend's party invite when there are attendees who irritate me?
This year’s holiday season feels heavier than usual. The election was devastating for me—not because of who won, but because I feel common decency…
So much truth in such a few words.
It started with an appliance delivery that resulted in a dropped dishwasher which I sent back. I’d spent hours on the phone with the big-box…
I can’t lie—seeing Alex Jones taken down felt like justice finally being served. For years, he spread harmful lies and made money by hurting…
Everyone's waiting for the bride. See what happens—so adorable!…
Sumatra, one of Indonesia's most pristine rainforests, is home to the endangered Sumatran tiger, a subspecies that continues to survive in the…
Just like humans, critters take a time out of their daily activities to have some relaxation and fun. These beautiful photos caught them when they…
I've been so annoyed when trying to opt out of a free trial offer or cancel a subscription or membership. Having to go through multiple steps and…
I was amused and moved by the beauty and sweetness of these beautiful creatures. Another example of Mother Nature's magnificence, joy, and love…
I have a fondness for Edmund Burke, the British statesman and philosopher who said things like “Those who don’t know history are destined to…
Patience and precision led this artist to create the impossible. I'm still scratching my head trying to figure out how it was achieved.
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"You should not be afraid of someone who has a library and reads many books; you should fear someone who has only one book; and he considers it…
After seeing this work of art and its Turkish proverb, I understand a bit more. Maybe it will help others understand a bit more about millions of…
If you’re finding it difficult to feel any calm before Tuesday’s electoral storm, it may be helpful to reflect on what truly matters to most to us…
Flashback to 1962—The "Monster Mash" single was number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart from October 20–27 just before Halloween…
Butterflies remind me of my childhood summers playing games with my friends and imaginary foes. For photographer Andreas Kolossa, butterflies…
This fun article was in my newsfeed this morning. I love reading about the latest art making its way into the world, especially art that is unique…
What?! Adversity? Our teacher? No way.
While it feels like a contraction, adversity is very much our teacher. Think about this ... what…
Decades ago, after receiving my bachelor’s degree in fine arts, I wrote a screenplay that centered on the cold war between the Soviet Union and…
We all love comedy, and there’s nothing better than getting some smiles from nature’s critters. Enjoy these fun photos!…
Whether you love cats or prefer dogs, these images make a point about who the alpha is.…
Have you seen a square cat? How about a round cat? Here's a collection of geometrical kitties that's fascinating and fun!…
I found this NPR article both timely and informative, especially with the growing concerns surrounding ballot privacy in today's political climate…
Will she win? Will he? These seem to be the questions on everyone’s mind leading up to the election. Lots of nail biting happening.
But…
Narcissistic personality disorder is one of the most difficult disorders there is to deal with.
Living with a narcissist is like living in…
Conversations with people are inevitable. That is unless you live off the grid, in the middle of the woods somewhere. But most of us don't. We…
Glenda has taken over, and there's no escape. Her "hostage" has run out of options…
Losing a loved one is never easy. In fact, it can be right down devastating. So, if someone you know has lost a special person, what do you say?…
A 500-year-old engraving by Northern Renaissance master Albrecht Dürer, once rescued from a garbage dump, is now up for auction, with an estimated…
LinkedIn is facing criticism for using user data to train AI models without users’ explicit consent. The platform is collecting information such…
This image is a local post from Redondo Beach CA, but this new scam involving fake QR codes has emerged at parking lot payment kiosks all over the…
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…
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…
It's 100 degrees here today so these “chilling” photos of Sierra de Guadarrama National Park in Spain were very refreshing as well as…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Facebook’s parent company Meta will pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle a lawsuit that accused the company of using facial recognition technology…
I’ve received two of these texts so far. Since I don’t live in the Bay Area, I knew it was fake and deleted it. But for those who may have…
We often recognize an insult when we hear it, right? When they are blatant, yes we do. For example, someone says, "You're a terrible singer. Don't…
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…
"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…
Whether you’re outspoken or not, you are a dissenter. Even if you politely bite your tongue as all the loudmouths in the room battle it out, your…
Does anyone else feel like we've stepped into a time warp?
Recently, I watched a movie called Mine on Netflix. The film is about two soldiers on a mission in the desert. A very hot, hot desert where…
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...
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...
Frank Tischer's black-and-white nature photography captures the essence of landscapes with rich contrasts and striking compositions. His images…
Nope, take a closer look... and listen—you might be surprised…
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…
By now, unless you're a baby, you've noticed that you never have a day off from your thoughts. They're constant. They literally don't allow you to…
Well, take a look at this funny, crazy cat. She may be weird, but she's very loveable…
A little humor to get you through the rest of your week. A word of caution: the music is annoying so I turned off the sound…
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…
On October 1, 2017, Stephen Paddock, a high-rolling casino gambler, pointed a gun outfitted with a bump stock at a crowd of concertgoers and fired…
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…
