It’s rare these days to see a small business grow and stay true to its purpose. But that’s exactly what Francesca Costa and her husband, Fredy…
Every October 28, we pause on National Immigrants Day to honor a truth at the heart of our nation: with the exception of our indigenous people,…
As I poured my morning cup of coffee, my phone’s text alert sounded. It was from my client, Gina, whose workout was scheduled for that afternoon…
I’ve been pondering something, mainly trying to, because pondering and thinking and questioning during troubled times is better than getting all…
Photograph caption: See, anyone can learn the twist - But girl reporter is reluctant to try. Staff writer Nita Biss stops in at a Sherman…
What if you just took a deep breath and relaxed? Let go of the stronghold you have on trying to control a situation or a person? The results might…
Chuck Collins, author, and co-editor of Inequality.org, reveals ten ways that wealth concentrated in the hands of a few dramatically affects your…
If you are feeling stressed out and need to comfort yourself, try saying the following mantra ...
All is well. Everything is…
Fifty years ago, the women of Iceland decided they’d had enough—enough of being paid less, represented less, and valued less. So on October 24,…
They say there's no money in the budget to pay for ACA subsidies. But there's plenty there to give a $40 billion bail out to Argentina, tax breaks…
Truth is stranger than fiction. Or what once could only be fiction, is now truth. Shame on us.
I wish this were not true. I wish for us to…
Brotherly love inspired Clay to donate a kidney to his brother. Although he wasn’t a match for his brother, as a part of the UCLA donor program,…
Many of us strive to be perfect. But often, our imperfections result in wonderful things. They add to our uniqueness, our personality. Enjoy this…
We humans like to feel in control. It makes us feel safe. But often, there are things that we can't control, but we continue to try, despite the…
Edwin was at home alone having some lunch. He took a bite from his sandwich and began to swallow when, suddenly, he was unable to breathe. The…
The more you grow emotionally, the more likely you'll lose some people along the way…
We spend more on defense than any other country in the world—more than the next 9 top military spenders combined, including China. And yet, we…
Across the country, in cities where immigrant communities are being targeted by ICE, neighbors are collectively organizing to protect one another…
The Guardian’s news headline reads, “Fox News Employees Expressed Concerns Network Was Intentionally Aiding Trump, Legal Filings Reveal.”
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Today, I learned an interesting term: sanewashing, which means, "A growing trend where both the media and the public normalize or excuse alarming…
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced another food recall for possible Listeria contamination.
M.C.I. Foods…
Many cultures around the world frequently add rosemary in the preparation of their meals, including meats, veggies, soups, and stews. It’s a…
America's democratic spirit and amazing sense of humor is what makes America great. Enjoy this fun photo display of No King protests around the…
Watching this bodycam video of an Okaloosa County, Florida, Sheriff's deputy responding to a 911 call made my day. Eeyore is so smart, and the…
Photograph caption: Shelter seekers in the Antelope Valley's Rosamond area have found a real gold mine. They're working the tunnels and…
I read an inspiring article about a dad who took his family camping at Yosemite National Park, and when he returned to his car, he found this…
When we think of liberators, we often picture the ones out front—the speakers, the organizers, the heroes whose names make headlines. But…
If you're feeling depressed and overwhelmed, don't isolate …
As a fitness trainer, I’ve worked with many midlife and senior clients. Each of them has enjoyed the many benefits that come from consistent…
The Regime is saying that Saturday's No King's Day is ANTIFA and haters of America. NOT true, of course.
ANTIFA is not an organization or…
I have been waiting for this announcement, but I haven’t seen it yet. I guess I’ll do it! I am so happy the last of the Israeli hostages have been…
Americans from every walk of life now find themselves among the masses of citizens around the globe who feel a noble discontent with the painful…
After the California Eaton Fire tore through their hillside town, neighbors returned to the Altadena Community Garden to restore their beloved…
Did you ever wonder why some people assume the worst? Here are some reasons …
Last week, Donald Trump held court with the press by staging a White House roundtable on “Antifa.”
By now, you probably know that the word…
Father David asks just a few important questions. These are good questions to ask anyone, and let's take that opportunity to remind the other that…
Often, when someone wins the lottery, you hear about the car they're going to buy or the vacation they're going to take. But Carrie Edwards had…
Can you recall a time when you were doing something and it seemed to reflect the reality of your life? Little clues or nudges as words or pictures…
It didn’t used to affect me, but the last few times the clocks have changed, both forward and back, I haven’t felt quite right. For a few days…
Photograph caption: Carl Reiner -- Best Comedy Writer
Historical data: Reiner won Writing Achievement in Comedy for Dick Van Dyke…
This is the sweetest thing ever! https://youtube.com/…
We all tend to use them with frequency. They roll off our tongues thoughtlessly, especially when comforting others or offering advice. And though…
After working in the fitness industry for over two decades, I’ve learned there’s a great deal we still don’t know about the body, exercise, and…
Phillis Wheatley’s life began in bondage. Taken as a young girl and brought from West Africa to Boston, she was purchased by the Wheatley family…
Many of us have been conditioned to believe that there are a certain amount of steps to take to be fit. Well, that may not be necessarily so. Read…
We ask a lot from teachers. They’re overworked, underpaid, and too often overlooked, yet they’re the ones shaping the kind of people our children…
Something I’ve noticed the last few years, and have heard many complain about, is longer and more frequent periods of summer-like temperatures…
If only this was simple to put into action. https…
Today’s quote is an excerpt from the article What It Means To Survive, by Sarah Jaffe, published in The Progressive on October 3, 2025. The…
While waiting in the parking lot of a local park before a client training session, a car pulled up a few yards from mine, and a man and woman got…
Photograph caption: Members of the Purple Heart Veterans Organization decorated a symbolic memorial at Court Freedom, Forest Lawn Memorial…
Friends-keep the pressure on Schumer and and your State Senators.
Senator Chris Murphy just sent out this report from the Senate Floor: He…
The Ryder Cup is considered one of the most prestigious tournaments in golf. Why, then, was Erica Stoll, wife of champion Rory McIlroy, the target…
We who live far from war have the privilege of letting conflict slip in and out of headlines and political debates. But for the children of…
Life isn't always a cakewalk. Determination is key. Try to have fun, too.
Getting ready for a trip to the Long Beach Aquarium!
There was a time in my life when nearly every weekend was spent at a nightclub. In my 20s and even into my early 30s, the crowds and thundering…
The power of words has long been an interest and a curiosity of mine.
Sometime ago I learned about the ancient Desert mothers and fathers…
A public health alert has been issued for frozen pasta meals sold at Trader Joe’s and Walmart locations for possible Listeria poisoning.
Jump in the passenger seat. Take a ride with me. I want to show you something.
Driving West on Carson St. almost to Paramount Blvd. in…
“In any other country, if federal agents fired upon journalists and protesters when unprovoked, what would we call it? If federal agents marched…
Remember that people's actions are about them. That's why it's important not to take anything personally…
Love vs hate summarized…
Social media is oversaturated with wellness influencers, and to regard their recommendations with skepticism is wise. Extreme detoxes and cleanses…
Photograph caption: "Dino, pet iguana of Steven May, 12, of North Hollywood, perches on top of his master's head. Steven takes Dino wherever…
A study published in the journal Environmental Pollution says that the many billions of face masks worn globally during the Covid pandemic now…
There's a big truth that's long been ignored. I campaigned on this truth 30 years ago. Most people couldn't hear it because they weren't ready…
If someone were to ask you to think of a popular fast-food restaurant chain, it would likely be on this list.
Among the offenders were…
In a time when hate-filled talk and actions drown out decency and goodness, the below Nextdoor post gave me comfort. The act was small, but it…
I've been to many peaceful protests in my life. But I've also lived in countries under authoritarian regimes—which we're now resembling even…
Last week, while at the gym, I glanced up at the TV monitor and witnessed a superhuman. On the screen was footage of a man sprinting on a track,…
The pandemic lockdown had wide-ranging effects on school-aged children, including increased anxiety, stress, and depression, as well as sleep…
Imagine an America where “spiritual warfare” is taught in schools,
where every community is a battlefield between divine truth and demonic…
Some questions to think about:
What kind of government is serving US today?
If you think its end goal is freedom, what new freedoms…
“Campbell’s soup, it’s mmm, mmm good,” was the product’s marketing slogan for many years. What’s not so good, however, is that the Campbell’s…
Every day I wake up hoping that I've been dreaming. But no. I've actually been having nightmares. Every day is a new horror show on display. If…
Everywhere we look, children’s programs are being slashed—health, food, education, care. The cuts are staggering, and the message to families has…
Photograph caption: Collectors - The Deutsch twins, Kathy, left, and Karen, deposit money they have collected for Epilepsy fund. Girls…
Dear President Trump,
Last night, I had a dream and I thought I should alert you.
In the dream, you and I were kicked back in the…
The Trump administration has cut to the bone all federal programs dedicated to combating human trafficking and child exploitation.
“The…
Thirty five years ago today, my dad, my hero, died. Yes, I was definitely a daddy’s girl. Since he died in September, I was dreading my first…
Two sisters rescued this little guy and took him home to his new family. What a fun and love-filled life he's having!…
Almost daily, we hear about unsuspecting people being conned in one way or another. But when a scammer tried to trick her grandfather out of two…
Food insecurity is growing. As jobs are lost, children getting older and requiring more food, and Social Security checks don't stretch as far,…
What if heaven is not that place we imagine? What if it’s reserved for the persecuted, abused, and dispossessed members of every society?
"The man who targeted and killed Rep Melissa Hortman of Minnesota, was a Trump supporter. The man who targeted Josh Shapiro, Trump supporter. The…
A friend sent this to me, I found it quite thought provoking.
Christ lived in solidarity with the poor, touched the untouchable, comforted…
