Grouchy? Need a chuckle or two?
1y ago

Grouchy? Need a chuckle or two?

Take a look at these humorous wildlife photos. They're sure to brighten and lighten up your day. Do you have a favorite?…

Critters having fun on the playground
1y ago

Critters having fun on the playground

A special garden was built for the local wildlife in the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds of Northern England. But once the critters spotted an abandoned…

Amusement
1y ago

Time to lighten up...

...and join Jeanine Pirro for a glass of wine on SNL!

Pirro is the 23rd Fox News host to roll up their sleeves and join Trump's farcical…

Amusement
1y ago

Wild hare turns into a bundle of love

Chester was labeled "too much trouble" at the shelter, but when a new mom took him home, he was filled with joy and so was she…

Really???
1y ago

Really???

But it looks so fun...

Fast symptom relief from a drug-free patch
1y ago

Fast symptom relief from a drug-free patch

I used to work with a couple of women who suffered from debilitating menstrual cramps and would have to stay home for a few days each month. If…

Stronger muscles, sharper brain, less stress
1y ago

Stronger muscles, sharper brain, less stress

The librarian of Fort Biblio, a Youtropolis community, recently wrote an informative article called “Isometrics and Hope Molecules,” which…

Delete and Report Junk
1y ago

Delete and Report Junk

There's a new text message scam out there.

Yesterday, I received two texts within minutes of each other. The first read: "A withdrawal…

This 3 year old artist will lighten up your day
1y ago

This 3 year old artist will lighten up your day

Andria made my heart smile the moment I saw his work. He’s just three and a half, but this little artist from Georgia is already creating…

Some Of Us Are With Him, Some Of Us Are Without
1y ago

Some Of Us Are With Him, Some Of Us Are Without

Two months before his death, and days before he was hospitalized with a viral infection, Pope Francis took time to write a letter to the Bishops…

How ultra-processed foods are making us sick
1y ago

How ultra-processed foods are making us sick

The end of World War II ushered in many changes for America, including the baby boom, a growing middle class, and higher demand for fast and…

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar book launch and fireside chat
1y ago

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar book launch and fireside chat

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm

Location

308 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States
34° 4' 13.638" N, 118° 26' 39.0228" W
California US
Meerkat Marvels
1y ago

Meerkat Marvels

If you need a reason to smile today (and don’t we all?), this delightful adventure with a troop of curious meerkats ought to do the trick. While…

Art at the Hammer
1y ago

Art at the Hammer

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 10:00am to Sun, 11/30/2025 - 5:00pm

Location

10899 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States
34° 3' 32.8392" N, 118° 26' 37.2012" W
California US
Family Goes To An Expensive Restaurant
1y ago

Family Goes To An Expensive Restaurant

Hopefully your Easter dinner was just as fun as this family dinner.…

Let go and bloom!
1y ago

Let go and bloom!

This is a photo of a hedge at the edge of my property. For years, I kept it trimmed into a neat, square row—tidy, predictable, nice but a little…

Open Your Heart And Own It
1y ago

Open Your Heart And Own It

Judith Roberts is Chief judge at Fort Berthold District Court: MHA Nation. In her blog post this week, she reported that a co-worker, also a judge…

A Slap In The Face Of Our Nation's Better Angels
1y ago

A Slap In The Face Of Our Nation's Better Angels

While growing up in Ecuador, Italy, and Bolivia, I experienced diverse cultures, ethnicities, and social economies. As a child, it dawned on me…

Artists pay tribute to books
1y ago

Artists pay tribute to books

Around the world, artists are turning city walls and sidewalks into playful, powerful tributes to the magic of books. This colorful, book-inspired…

Nurse daily affirmations
1y ago

Nurse daily affirmations

In a 2011 survey sponsored by the American Nurses Association (ANA), nurses identified the acute and chronic effects of stress and overwork as one…

Amusement
1y ago

Practice makes perfect

Tico takes his music seriously. Watch as he rehearses his soulful rendition of REM's classic, Everybody Hurts. He sounds darn good!…

Sunday Sound Bath: Time's Horizon
1y ago

Pledge: Sunday Sound Bath: Time's Horizon

God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say “thank you?”

– William Arthur Ward

As the world changes…

Trump Gives America’s Constitution The Boot
1y ago

Trump Gives America’s Constitution The Boot

Evolving Plot Points Toward Trump’s Third Term:

1. Silence opposing points of view through coercion techniques

2. Send death threats…

Is this goodbye to clean air in America?
1y ago

Is this goodbye to clean air in America?

The Clean Air Act, enacted in 1970, was one of the country’s first and most impactful environmental laws. Its regulatory measures were pivotal in…

Persistence pays off
1y ago

Persistence pays off

Sometimes a story just stays with you—not because of the headlines or the outcome, but because of the heart behind it. That’s what happened when I…

Sunday Sound Bath: A New Way Forward
1y ago

Pledge: Sunday Sound Bath: A New Way Forward

A couple weeks ago, I pledged to post a Sunday sound bath every week where I bring you a piece of music that, hopefully, will allow you to focus…

The Lie We Live
1y ago

The Lie We Live

Most days, we’re caught in the grind—deadlines, bills, politics, the noise of daily life. It’s easy to forget we’re standing on a living,…

April's Full Moon
1y ago

April's Full Moon

Sat, 04/12/2025 - 7:30pm
From Riches To Rags
1y ago

From Riches To Rags

On October 19, 2024, The Economist cover story headline was: “America’s economy is bigger and better than ever.” It’s subtext was, “Will politics…

From the fire's ashes came unity
1y ago

From the fire's ashes came unity

Throughout history, wars have been fought in the name of religion, and the bloodshed continues to this day. However, a refreshing and heartening…

April skies come alive
1y ago

April skies come alive

April’s night sky is putting on a show, and the full moon is taking center stage on Saturday, April 12th. Known as the Pink Moon, it’s a reminder…

Who doesn't love a bunny?
1y ago

Who doesn't love a bunny?

I had bunnies for years and they were constant entertainment. Pure joy and fun...just like in this short video.…

Sunday Sound Bath: Choosing A Holy Path Forward
1y ago

Pledge: Sunday Sound Bath: Choosing A Holy Path Forward

“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.'” – Isaiah 30:21…

Farm cats at work
1y ago

Farm cats at work

I grew up on a ranch but wasn't fortunate enough to have a cat that would do my chores or drive the tractor for me. One of these cats would have…

Amusement
1y ago

Feeding The Hungry

Human kindness can be very entertaining…

Shut Your Mouth. Watch Your back. Or disappear.
1y ago

Shut Your Mouth. Watch Your back. Or disappear.

Watch these masked people grab a Fulbright scholar at Tufts University. They don’t look like ICE. They look like the Islamic Revolutionary Guard…

The Best and Brightest
1y ago

The Best and Brightest

Trump said America deserved better. So he brought in "the best and brightest" while giving the honorable and experienced the boot.

I think…

Zelle scam
1y ago

Zelle scam

I just read a story about a local resident who escaped being scammed today. He received a legitimate sounding call from the “Fraud Department” of…

Are you taking meds that increase dementia risk?
1y ago

Are you taking meds that increase dementia risk?

As a fitness trainer, I work with several clients who are seniors. Their goals include building and maintaining strength, mobility, and bone…

Wet and wild... and liberating
1y ago

Wet and wild... and liberating

This artist's process has to be so liberating that she must feel like a million bucks when it's completed. No therapy needed by this artist…

Sunday Sound Bath: Hymn Of The Cherubim
1y ago

Pledge: Sunday Sound Bath: Hymn Of The Cherubim

We can forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light. — Unknown

Many of us are…

What time is it?
1y ago

What time is it?

When it comes to cats, no matter what the clock says, it's always the same time.

Women ignore "Get back to your kitchens" chants
1y ago

Women ignore "Get back to your kitchens" chants

Welcome to El Manglito, a fishing village on Mexico’s coast, where the water’s beautiful, the mangroves stand tall, and life is good. But it wasn’…

Capturing the moment
1y ago

Capturing the moment

Last week's Blood Moon eclipse was brilliantly captured in this composition by Long Beach photographer Corey Sandler. I'm in awe of this universe…

Is This Our 9th Hour On The Cross?
1y ago

Is This Our 9th Hour On The Cross?

A few nights ago, I watched the movie “Conclave.” This beautiful movie tells the story of Cardinal Thomas Lawrence who’s burdened with the…

Dr. Philip Low Has News For You
1y ago

Dr. Philip Low Has News For You

Dr. Philip Low is founder, chairman, and CEO of Neurovigil. As a teenager, he made his first scientific discovery at Harvard Medical School…

Another health benefit of coffee
1y ago

Another health benefit of coffee

I’m a coffee lover, and except for water, I can’t think of another drink or food that I look forward to having daily and long for when I don’t…

Strange bedfellows
1y ago

Wish: Strange bedfellows

This odd little "family" is an inspiring example of how love can thrive despite obvious differences. I wish humans were more open to that…

Is your bed dirtier than a toilet??
1y ago

Is your bed dirtier than a toilet??

During the winter months, I like wearing socks to bed. Cold feet make falling and staying asleep difficult, and wearing socks can positively…

News Flash
1y ago

Shame! Shame! Shame!

First, Trump ordered the removal of all photos of Blacks, Latinos, and women from the official websites and photo archives of all military…

David confronts Goliath
1y ago

David confronts Goliath

Losing a job is never just about a paycheck—it’s about identity, purpose, and the ability to care for those we love. For Benjamin Vizzachero and…

Drunk with power
1y ago

Drunk with power

Drunk with power—"consumed with notions of one's self-importance and apt to exercise authority in a domineering, arrogant, and reckless way." This…

A happy ending to this cat's tale
1y ago

A happy ending to this cat's tale

Many of us know the sorrow of losing a beloved pet—the ache of their absence, the helplessness of not knowing where they are. But sometimes,…

How misfortune led to a blessing
1y ago

How misfortune led to a blessing

These days, it’s easy to feel like the world is unraveling—our trust in others can feel a little prickly, and keeping to ourselves may feel safer…

An achievement the president won't boast about
1y ago

An achievement the president won't boast about

The 47th president often claims he can achieve what his predecessors were incapable of, and in this case, he's absolutely right.

A new…

A Painful New Lesson In American History
1y ago

A Painful New Lesson In American History

Late into the early morning hours, I was wide awake trying to solve an ongoing conundrum: Why do I care so much about what Donald Trump is doing…

Mother Nature's creations
1y ago

Mother Nature's creations

Our daily lives and all the nonsense that fills them can blind us to the beauty that surrounds us. Granted, most of us don't live in places where…

Sugar cravings may be a gut feeling
1y ago

Sugar cravings may be a gut feeling

The connection between the brain and gut is getting a lot of attention, and much is being learned about how that interconnectedness influences…

I wish there was no "them."
1y ago

Wish: I wish there was no "them."

The idea of “us and them” is a powerful illusion—one that divides, isolates, and blinds us to the truth about others and ourselves. It quashes…

Feeling apathetic?
1y ago

Feeling apathetic?

Apathy, defined as a lack of interest or concern, especially regarding matters of general importance, has been a shared experience among many in…

Could your spirit use a lift?
1y ago

Could your spirit use a lift?

I'm glad I happened upon a post of Zoe Erianna, a talented and charismatic little girl who puts smiles on many faces.

Most people would…

News Flash
1y ago

A little bit of heart news

One sweet experience like this multiplied over and over would create a miracle that we desperately need. When given the opportunity, let's be…

Census Taker vs. Old Lady
1y ago

Census Taker vs. Old Lady

On a day like today, we can only pray for wisdom and hope to laugh. This bit made me laugh. I hope it puts a smile on your face, too…

Buy Nothing Day
1y ago

Buy Nothing Day

Fri, 02/28/2025 - 12:00am to 11:30pm
Our wallets have power
1y ago

Our wallets have power

We’re all fed up with high prices, but it’s not just inflation pushing people to change their shopping habits—it’s corporate decisions, too. More…

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…

"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…

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!…

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…

Wishing Well
1y ago

Wish: Happy Valentine's Day Wish

Enjoy a purrrrrfect day of love for yourself and others…

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…

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.…

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?…

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…

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…

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…

Tribal Wave Poll
1y ago

Poll Request

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

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
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…

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!…

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…

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…

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