Wishing Well
1y ago

Wish: I wish things were different...

...but they're not. This guy nails it on the head.…

The kitchen, a toxic metropolis
1y ago

The kitchen, a toxic metropolis

Listening to a podcast recently, I learned that many plastic cooking utensils are made from recycled electronics containing toxic chemicals…

The Purge of the Deep State
1y ago

The Purge of the Deep State

Our country is experiencing the aggressive launch of a historic disentanglement from democratic values and crumbling of the rule of law. We should…

Knowledge
1y ago

Wells Fargo Sends Out Letter!

Now the credit card companies want proof of your citizenship!…

"Measure twice, cut once."
1y ago

"Measure twice, cut once."

It’s a simple rule, a reminder to think before acting—to be sure a decision won’t cause more harm than good. But the current administration didn’t…

They traded Woke for Woes
1y ago

They traded Woke for Woes

This week was no picnic. So many folks I know got their heads in a boil over stuff coming down the pike from Washington. Some are just plain…

Notable Quotable: Pope Francis On The Cult of Gold
1y ago

Notable Quotable: Pope Francis On The Cult of Gold

Today, our prayers go out to Pope Francis who continues to battle pneumonia in both lungs.

His quote is especially notable as it echoes…

Amusement
1y ago

Coffee house fun

It's a good thing my local coffee shop isn't as fun as this one, or I'd always be there!…

How Teens Can Learn Aviation
1y ago

How Teens Can Learn Aviation

Image caption: Civil Air Patrol cadets, teenage volunteer aviation group, receive many hours of education in different areas of aviation and…

Thoughts To Ponder
1y ago

Thoughts To Ponder

At a recent meeting of the Quotidians, (the group of quote lovers who meet regularly to rekindle wisdom from past eras), it was decided to provide…

Jet Fuel
1y ago

Pledge: Jet Fuel

I’ve written about a weekly fitness class I teach, Functional Boxing, at a neighborhood seniors center. I feel privileged to have students return…

Cautionary Tale!
1y ago

Cautionary Tale!

Always stay alert. Be aware of your surroundings. But most of all, pay attention to your intuitive feelings…

Wishing Well
1y ago

Wish: Happy Valentine's Day Wish

Enjoy a purrrrrfect day of love for yourself and others. https://…

Bad news for fans of protein smoothies?
1y ago

Bad news for fans of protein smoothies?

Like many fitness enthusiasts, protein smoothies have been part of my diet for many years. Adequate protein intake helps to maintain and build…

Notable Quotable: Confucius On The Superior Leader
1y ago

Notable Quotable: Confucius On The Superior Leader

Unsurprisingly, many American voters including Republicans are alarmed, stunned, and fearful of the draconian, unconstitutional steps the new…

Dollars For Scholars
1y ago

Dollars For Scholars

Image caption: That's the purpose of the Signature Dance, Nov. 14, in Oakmont Country Club, sponsored by La Cadena Women's Club of Burbank…

The Bird Flu Is Spreading
1y ago

The Bird Flu Is Spreading

Censorship is here. This is how it's going to go. Be forewarned. Be safe.…

Liberator In History: Charity Adams & The 6888
1y ago

Liberator In History: Charity Adams & The 6888

Did you know that National Black History Month has been around since 1926? With the exception of its first two years, each year has focused on a…

Are we on the Titanic?
1y ago

Are we on the Titanic?

So I ended up painting. Still a work in progress, but it served its purpose…

News Flash
1y ago

Will the January 6 grounds be declared holy?

It’s possible considering Trump’s pick to head up his White House Faith Office. I wonder what’s happened to separation between church and state?…

Notable Quotable: Musk On Rockets Bursting In Air
1y ago

Notable Quotable: Musk On Rockets Bursting In Air

Last month, one of Elon Musk’s rockets blew up minutes after launching, casting its debris across the Caribbean and creating mass chaos as air…

You are worthy!
1y ago

You are worthy!

Remember ... your value does not decrease based on someone's inability to see your worth. You might not feel worthy, you might not think you are…

The surprise of "his" life
1y ago

The surprise of "his" life

Imagine that you’re curious to learn more about your family tree, and as millions have done, send a saliva sample to an ancestry company. However…

Orange juice industry in crisis
1y ago

Orange juice industry in crisis

Florida’s orange growers and the orange juice industry have a problem, and it’s called Huanglongbing, or HLB. An incurable bacterial disease…

Notable Quotable: Thomas Jefferson on Friendship
1y ago

Notable Quotable: Thomas Jefferson on Friendship

No one is completely wrong all of the time. Nor is anyone entirely correct all of the time. Can anyone actually discern the whole truth and…

Never, Never, Never!
1y ago

Never, Never, Never!

Tonight the Quotidians, a group of like minded quote-lovers, took up the words of one of the world’s most prolific speakers—Winston Churchill, the…

Too much stuff?
1y ago

Too much stuff?

We often aim to accumulate more and more stuff thinking that it will make us happier, our lives more richer. But does it really? Or does it just…

More trouble linked to ultra-processed foods
1y ago

More trouble linked to ultra-processed foods

Polysorbate 80, guar gum, carboxymethylcellulose, and carrageenan aren’t words heard in everyday life, but depending on your diet, you may be…

Bubble Blowers Face-off
1y ago

Bubble Blowers Face-off

Image caption: Bruce Fossler, right, a 12-year-old champion bubble blower, shows Bobby Papenguth, 10, left, how an expert blows prize-…

USAID: Does It Truly Belong In Musk's Woodchipper?
1y ago

USAID: Does It Truly Belong In Musk's Woodchipper?

In his post on X about USAID, Elon Musk bragged about feeding the Agency into “the wood chipper” instead of using that time to go to “some great…

What Would Jesus Say About DEI?
1y ago

What Would Jesus Say About DEI?

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Recently, I’ve been stuck on these three simple words which are, according to our president, enemies of the state…

They're Not Facts!
1y ago

They're Not Facts!

Acknowledge that the thoughts in your mind (about 60,000 per day) aren't facts. Just because you have a thought, doesn't make it true. Observe…

Notable Quotable: Mahatma Gandhi
1y ago

Notable Quotable: Mahatma Gandhi

As Americans come to grips with the stunning change in ideals and values imposed on our nation, many despair what the future will bring.

…

Pity The Nation
1y ago

Pity The Nation

Many people in our country are already suffering—before the budget slashing kicks them in the gut. The immigrants among them are now pushed onto…

Hold On To Joy

Hold On To Joy

It is naturally hard to let go of or give up something that feels good, that helps us tap into our inner joy. We want to hold on to it as long as…

Tribal Wave Poll
1y ago

Poll Request

Question: Should I call this a "democracy" when Republican leaders are coerced into complying with Trump 100%?

Beatlemania!
1y ago

Beatlemania!

Image caption: Exuberant Beatle enthusiasts proudly display souvenirs and art work.

Fans of The Beatles wait outside El Portal Theater in…

Are you sure?
1y ago

Are you sure?

Have you ever been certain of something only to find out that you were wrong? Well, what if you were to ask yourself, "Am I sure?" Maybe if you…

Love Pizza? February 9th is your day!
1y ago

Love Pizza? February 9th is your day!

Sun, 02/09/2025 - 10:00am to 11:30pm
Liberator In Action: Kathy Faith
1y ago

Liberator In Action: Kathy Faith

Kathy Faith is the founder of Happy Harvesters, an organization that harvests backyard fruit trees and donates their bounty to food pantries…

How To Host Your Own Happy Harvester Event

How To Host Your Own Happy Harvester Event

Starting your own Happy Harvesters community is a fun way to bring family and friends together to put more joy into the world.

The…

If at first you don't succeed...
1y ago

If at first you don't succeed...

These cute babies weren't discouraged by their lack of success on their first try. They just kept at it. See what happens…

Loving his neighbors
1y ago

Loving his neighbors

Three months after Hurricane Helene tore through North Carolina, the destruction still weighs heavily on the small community of Bat Cave. The once…

Be You!
1y ago

Be You!

Don't be afraid to be yourself. Be afraid not to. You don't deserve to be someone else's double!…

Knowledge
1y ago

Papi, Por Favor!

Hey guys!

This is the new video for my book! Enjoy! Oh ... and get yourself a copy!…

Football Players Roar In Practice
1y ago

Football Players Roar In Practice

Image caption: North Hollywood football players roar in practice. Linemen are Martin Goldhaber, left, Bill Cumpanas, John Gonska.

…

Trump Firebombs American Civilization!
1y ago

Trump Firebombs American Civilization!

Yesterday, President Trump rescinded 76 of the Biden administration’s executive orders. According to the new order, “The previous administration…

Knowledge
1y ago

Sad Day!

I don't know about you all, but this has been an extremely sad and disappointing day for me.

The country is now in the hands of someone…

Take the off-ramp for goodwill
1y ago

Take the off-ramp for goodwill

It was a typical Friday evening on Interstate 10 in Los Angeles. Traffic was bumper-to-bumper, moving intermittently at 5 miles per hour. I needed…

Kidnapped!
1y ago

Wish: Kidnapped!

In the streets of Gaza, there’s a jubilant expectation of a return to normalcy. In Israel, as in the U.S., families of those kidnapped are on pins…

Seals once again thriving near San Francisco
1y ago

Seals once again thriving near San Francisco

Seeing these babies frolic in their safe playground gave me a big smile. So darn cute! Here's the short article and video; enjoy!…

Detectives Subdue Suspected Kidnapper
1y ago

Detectives Subdue Suspected Kidnapper

Image summary: Northridge youth reportedly menaced child with screwdriver, then kidnapped two women. The man held a screwdriver in the girl'…

Swords or Shields!
1y ago

Swords or Shields!

This is an interesting article I read with regards to how our brain perceived information. Maybe it's not our fault, after all, but our brain's!…

A Reflection on tragedy
1y ago

Pledge: A Reflection on tragedy

As a lifelong Californian, I’ve seen my fair share of wildfire seasons, but in recent years, the scale has been cataclysmic. Over the past few…

Notable Quotable: A Bargain With The Devil
1y ago

Notable Quotable: A Bargain With The Devil

Today’s Notable Quotable is from Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. She writes about the threats to…

Sugary drinks' impact on lower income countries
1y ago

Sugary drinks' impact on lower income countries

Findings from a global analysis in Nature Medicine have found that sugary drink consumption is responsible for millions of new diabetes and heart…

It's photo Friday
1y ago

It's photo Friday

There’s something magical about wildlife photography—the way it brings the untamed beauty of nature right to our fingertips. Ayush Singh has…

Liberators In Action: Slaying A Raging Dragon
1y ago

Liberators In Action: Slaying A Raging Dragon

We are in the midst of a climate war, though no one will call it that. Its battlefield is your backyard, the local church, a neighborhood school,…

California cracks down on bank junk fees
1y ago

California cracks down on bank junk fees

This new California law builds on the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent rule targeting “junk fees,” taking a step further to protect…

Younited Front Pledge

Pledge: Patience and hope

Today as I watched the funeral of Jimmy Carter I couldn’t help but wonder what the future will bring. DJT will be sworn in soon and has already…

Bye bye, BMI?
1y ago

Bye bye, BMI?

I’ve written previously about the Body Mass Index, or BMI, a measurement system healthcare providers use to assess risk for health conditions…

Kids At The Playground
1y ago

Kids At The Playground

Image caption: Christie, 6, John, 3, and Paul Wilson, 8, from top, perform for photographer George Brich during playtime at Van Nuys-Sherman…

The Roads To Nowhere
1y ago

The Roads To Nowhere

In a democracy, we all have the privilege of choosing our path forward. Wealthy or not, each of us can choose between two opposite pathways. I…

Vitamin D and its potential impact on dementia
1y ago

Vitamin D and its potential impact on dementia

In 1919, it was discovered that Vitamin D cured rickets, a childhood bone disease that stunted growth and caused various orthopedic issues. In…

Clicks from the trail
1y ago

Clicks from the trail

As someone who appreciates the power of photography to reveal the unseen, I find trail cameras fascinating. These devices are like nature’s hidden…

Hecht Vault On The Long Horse
1y ago

Hecht Vault On The Long Horse

Image caption: Unusual photo by Valley Times TODAY photographer George Brich shows Polytechnic High School's brilliant gymnast Chuck Casey doing…

Repost
1y ago

Live drama-free (repost)

1/1/25

I’m reposting my “Live drama-free” pledge from a couple of years ago after having some trying experiences this year that pulled me away from living “drama-free.” I’ve been reminded how happiness can be turned upside down if you let the dramas of life take over. So, I’m re-committing to this pledge and look forward to a happy, drama-free 2025, and I wish you all a drama-free 2025 as well. Happy New Year!

Live drama-free
4y ago

Live drama-free

Recently I had to have a car repair. There’s a whole backstory surrounding the repair that involves an untruthful mechanic who I unwittingly…

Notable Quotable: What Can Jimmy Carter Teach Us?
1y ago

Notable Quotable: What Can Jimmy Carter Teach Us?

As this year came to a close, so did the long life of former President Jimmy Carter. As news media outlets challenge the merits of his presidency…

The pine cone incident
1y ago

Pledge: The pine cone incident

This week, I had an experience that reminded me that life can alter in the blink of an eye, and each day brings things to feel grateful for…

Brilliant!
1y ago

Brilliant!

Cheers to the architect who designed this. Amazing and fun too! 

I don't know who she/he is or even where this masterpiece is located. I've…

Winter at the Whitney
1y ago

Winter at the Whitney

Wed, 01/01/2025 - 10:00am to Mon, 03/31/2025 - 7:00pm

Location

99 Gansevoort Street
New York, NY 10014
United States
40° 44' 22.5168" N, 74° 0' 31.9068" W
New York US
Tribal Wave Poll
1y ago

Poll Request

Question: Should I install a motion sensor sprinkler to deter intruders from coming into my backyard?

The Lasting Impact of Kindness
1y ago

The Lasting Impact of Kindness

People won’t always remember the details of your life—the job title you held, the car you drove, or how much money you made. Those things might…

Determination opens doors to a bright future
1y ago

Determination opens doors to a bright future

A few years may have passed since Corey Patrick’s story captured hearts nationwide, but its impact remains just as powerful. The Alabama teenager…

The Nordic Way to Stop Bullying
1y ago

The Nordic Way to Stop Bullying

For years, the negative impacts of bullying weren’t given much thought and were perceived by some as a normal part of childhood. Fortunately, some…

The Universal Wonderment Of Christmas
1y ago

The Universal Wonderment Of Christmas

Image article summary: A child's face speaks the universal wonderment of Christmas. It tells a story of unquestioned love and peace. The…

The World Happiness Report is no laughing matter
1y ago

The World Happiness Report is no laughing matter

The World Happiness Report, a publication ranking countries’ happiness levels, has released its annual findings, and the US is heading in the…

Repost
1y ago

Finding Your Way Through Overwhelm (repost)

12/21/24

My tribe member, Bootstrap, posted this article, and I thought you might find it helpful...

Finding Your Way Through Overwhelm
1y ago

Finding Your Way Through Overwhelm

I know what it’s like to feel completely overwhelmed. You’re juggling work deadlines, trying to keep up with the house repairs that never end,…

Messes happen, but keep on going!
1y ago

Pledge: Messes happen, but keep on going!

We all get ourselves into messes sometimes. It’s just part of life, plain and simple. But the difference between a man and a boy is how you handle…

There's no denying it...
1y ago

There's no denying it...

No DNA test required on these two.

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