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,…
At a news conference announcing the indictment of Luigi Mangione, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch displayed outrage at those cheering the CEO’s…
Emma Patterson’s story is deeply moving, not only for her immense kindness but also for her selflessness and love throughout her life. Over the…
The smell of meat cooking in my pellet grill.
Keep your hands warm with these brown, black, and beige patterned knit gloves; will fit a woman with small to medium sized hands.
Image caption: Twin sisters Nina and Tina and other children surround Santa Claus as he gets ready to hand out gifts. The event is an annual…
A Bizarro replay that's spot on.
Katya Echazarreta’s story is one of courage, determination, and an unrelenting drive to overcome obstacles. From her early days as a young girl in…
Will this duo master the challenge of self control?…
The holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful. Pierre Portolano’s beautiful nature photos feel like a breath of fresh air. His…
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Scott Dixon didn’t hesitate. When he saw the pickup truck veer across the lane and plunge into the flood channel, his instincts and years of…
Question: (blindfolded)
Image caption: Burbank couples load American gifts for needy Mexican children. Jack and Margaret, left, and Jim and Pat get ready for trip…
This is a sweet story, and you'll never guess the ending. I'll bet you'll be surprised…
A Biden administration program known as “Cancer Moonshot” is an initiative working toward the elimination of all cancers. A step toward reaching…
Ten years ago, self-described plutocrat, Nick Hanauer, published a memo in Politico to “My Fellow Zillionnaires” entitled, The Pitchforks Are…
In 2019, Maurizio Cattelan taped a banana to a gallery wall and unveiled it to the art world. He titled this work “Comedian” and included three…
Read about this brave twelve-year-old who took a stand against LGBTQ bullying in his school...
My 12 year-old nephew, Daniel, is an exemplary student, known among teachers and staff at his elementary school for his compassion and empathy…
Cute little firehouse dog Christmas ornament. Vintage design, R.F.D. America by Lowell Davis.
Note your thoughts and feelings when they arise. Pay attention to those that make you look for a distraction, such as overeating, overspending,…
Arnold is known as the greatest bodybuilder and Hollywood action star ever, a California governor, and a spokesperson for the Special Olympics,…
Sometimes, people ask me, "What's a liberator? What does that really mean?" The short video below is one way to answer this question.
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I didn't roll with laughter, but this story sure touched my heart and lifted my spirits.
Captain Gregory Rice has been serving overseas…
Image caption: Tarzana Business and Professional Women's Club and the Egremont Mothers Club are combining forces on an 'Operation Christmas…
“A Member of the Audience” is a passage from the book, Stake Your Claim: Exploring the Gold Mine Within, written in the early 1950s by New Thought…
This is an excerpt from Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper. I found it relevant and relatable and somehow comforting. She poses some "beautiful…
It's amusing and touching—and very sweet!…
It’s Sunday. If you’re not in church but would still like to listen to an inspiring sermon, grab your cuppa, settle in, and listen to this one. It…
Putting Kash Patel in charge of the FBI shouldn’t come as news to anyone but those who still kid themselves into thinking that Trump is God’s…
Enjoy some positivity...
In a world often overshadowed by stories of waste and depletion, it's uplifting to see people and companies turning over a new leaf and coming…
Nothing is more heartwarming and uplifting than seeing an animal having fun doing a very human thing. Watch these elephants figure out how to use…
With the recent spread of E. Coli from onions on McDonald's burgers and the bird flu virus in raw milk, it's vitally important to know which foods…
It's been awhile since I read the story of Two Wolves. The origin of this parable is mixed. Some attribute the story to indigenous American…
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…
Image caption: The camera of Valley Times TODAY photographer George Brich captured this group of shoppers and spectators in a Valley…
So much truth in such a few words.
Fun with animals just being themselves…
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've recently become more interested in chemical-free and sustainably manufactured personal care, household, and clothing products. Tom's of Maine…
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!…
Reassuring and hopeful—I felt better after reading it.
This election was a gut punch. I had high hopes for a different result, and when it didn’t go the way I’d wanted, it left me feeling angry,…
Image caption: Mama Jayne with Mariska surrounded by, from left, Jayne Marie, Mickey Jr., Mickey Sr. and Zoltan.
As I, George Brich,…
Dr. Jeremey London is a cardiovascular surgeon who sees plenty of damaged hearts and clogged arteries on his operating table. In this article from…
Sumatra, one of Indonesia's most pristine rainforests, is home to the endangered Sumatran tiger, a subspecies that continues to survive in the…
It’s the old story of buying a pig in a poke. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. This is why Americans across the country are…
Hate is a heavy burden to carry, yet so many of us unknowingly clutch it tightly. It starts small—an offense that lingers, a betrayal that cuts…
Pledging to do my best to stay sane...
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…
Image caption: She is Mrs. Betty Felbinger, Panorama City, who won a drawing at Hughes Market, 14620 Parthenia St., Panorama City, for a…
Many parents worry about their kids being addicted to social media, particularly TikTok. It's not by chance they spend hour after hour glued to…
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…
Since the election, I've been seriously tongue-tied, laying low. It's taking me some time to wrap my brain around the national situation.
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…
I often heard my husband say “to be a really good carpenter you have to have lots of tools in your toolbox so you can be prepared for what ever is…
Patience and precision led this artist to create the impossible. I'm still scratching my head trying to figure out how it was achieved.
Twelve-year-old Peachy Liv saw her friends suffering under the pressure and competition to get high grades, and thus, hating school. She felt…
"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…
Image caption: Artist Tamara Lysloff paints Byzantine-style icons at St. Innocent Eastern Orthodox Church as Father Sergei Glagolev looks on…
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…
John Knox was the founder of the Church of Scotland and served King Edward VI of England as a royal chaplain. He was also a rabid misogynist who…
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…
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It’s been said that everything in the world has its positive and negative side. On the up side, social media brought us a new way to socialize,…
A friend of mine recently suffered complications from a surgical procedure and was kept in the hospital for 6 weeks. Her condition was touch-and-…
Image caption: Tin Woodman John Polick winches with pain as his mother tightens the string holding his tin funnel cap.
Historical…
Butterflies remind me of my childhood summers playing games with my friends and imaginary foes. For photographer Andreas Kolossa, butterflies…
Great news, unless you're a tobacco farmer or work for a tobacco company—the rate of teen smoking in the US has dropped to the lowest levels in 25…
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…
The link between digital content consumption and poor mental health continues to strengthen with alarming survey results.
A recent poll…
Image caption: Dave Wright explains game strategy to Jan and Bruce Carpenter, and wife Wendy.
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Based on consumer taste tests, tap water frequently scores higher than bottled water, and many brands, including Dasani and Aquafina (owned by…
Kevin Ellis Jr.'s act of generosity at just 9 years old reveals that true philanthropy doesn’t require wealth—just a caring heart. When Ellis Jr…
