Trump Gives America’s Constitution The Boot
Sun, 04/13/2025

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?
Wed, 04/09/2025

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
Mon, 04/07/2025

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
Sun, 04/06/2025

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
Fri, 04/04/2025

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
Thu, 04/03/2025

April's Full Moon

Sat, 04/12/2025 - 7:30pm
From Riches To Rags
Thu, 04/03/2025

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
Wed, 04/02/2025

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…

Negative Thinking Traps!
Wed, 04/02/2025

Negative Thinking Traps!

It appears that negative thinking has become the default in our lives. For many of us, we are focused on all the alarming things that are…

April skies come alive
Tue, 04/01/2025

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?
Mon, 03/31/2025

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
Sun, 03/30/2025

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
Sat, 03/29/2025

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
Fri, 03/28/2025

Feeding The Hungry

Human kindness can be very entertaining…

Shut Your Mouth. Watch Your back. Or disappear.
Thu, 03/27/2025

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
Wed, 03/26/2025

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
Tue, 03/25/2025

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?
Tue, 03/25/2025

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
Tue, 03/25/2025

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…

At a loss ...
Mon, 03/24/2025

At a loss ...

It seems that every new headline I read fills or listen to, fills me with more terror than the last one. I'm not at all sure how to stop the…

Sunday Sound Bath: Hymn Of The Cherubim
Sun, 03/23/2025

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?
Sat, 03/22/2025

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
Fri, 03/21/2025

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
Thu, 03/20/2025

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?
Thu, 03/20/2025

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
Wed, 03/19/2025

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…

What's your worth?
Wed, 03/19/2025

What's your worth?

I saw this posted on different social sites and thought I'd share it here:

A father says to his son, "You graduated with honors, so here…

Another health benefit of coffee
Tue, 03/18/2025

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
Sun, 03/16/2025

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??
Sun, 03/16/2025

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
Fri, 03/14/2025

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
Fri, 03/14/2025

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
Thu, 03/13/2025

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
Wed, 03/12/2025

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
Tue, 03/11/2025

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
Sun, 03/09/2025

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
Fri, 03/07/2025

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
Thu, 03/06/2025

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
Wed, 03/05/2025

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."
Tue, 03/04/2025

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?
Tue, 03/04/2025

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…

Knowledge
Tue, 03/04/2025

Social Security at Risk?

If you are going to apply for Social Security or are already receiving it, here are some things you can do to protect your money…

Must see: An elitist makes a confession
Mon, 03/03/2025

Must see: An elitist makes a confession

Conservative columnist, David Brooks, pinpoints how the elite rigged society and why it's falling apart. Listen and tell me if you agree or…

Knowledge
Sun, 03/02/2025

Do Something to Change Something!

If you expect something to change, but you take no steps toward that change, nothing will happen. What are you willing to do?…

Knowledge
Sat, 03/01/2025

Are banks in trouble?

I just watched an interesting YouTube video regarding banks and the possible plans of the T Admin. What I heard is alarming and I wanted to pass…

Could your spirit use a lift?
Sat, 03/01/2025

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
Fri, 02/28/2025

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…

Knowledge
Fri, 02/28/2025

Gmail Scam

Today, I'd like to share a video talking about a new scam--a very sophisticated scam--attacking Gmail users. Please watch the video below so that…

Census Taker vs. Old Lady
Fri, 02/28/2025

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
Thu, 02/27/2025

Buy Nothing Day

Fri, 02/28/2025 - 12:00am to 11:30pm
Our wallets have power
Thu, 02/27/2025

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…

Wishing Well
Wed, 02/26/2025

Wish: I wish things were different...

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

The kitchen, a toxic metropolis
Tue, 02/25/2025

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
Tue, 02/25/2025

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
Tue, 02/25/2025

Wells Fargo Sends Out Letter!

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

"Measure twice, cut once."
Mon, 02/24/2025

"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
Wed, 02/19/2025

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
Mon, 02/17/2025

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!
Sat, 02/15/2025

Cautionary Tale!

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

Wishing Well
Thu, 02/13/2025

Wish: Happy Valentine's Day Wish

Enjoy a purrrrrfect day of love for yourself and others…

Bad news for fans of protein smoothies?
Thu, 02/13/2025

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
Tue, 02/11/2025

The Bird Flu Is Spreading

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

Are we on the Titanic?
Mon, 02/10/2025

Are we on the Titanic?

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

News Flash
Sun, 02/09/2025

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?…

You are worthy!
Fri, 02/07/2025

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
Thu, 02/06/2025

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
Thu, 02/06/2025

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…

It's on you!
Thu, 02/06/2025
Too much stuff?
Tue, 02/04/2025

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
Tue, 02/04/2025

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?
Sat, 02/01/2025

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!
Thu, 01/30/2025

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…

Tribal Wave Poll
Tue, 01/28/2025

Poll Request

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

Are you sure?
Tue, 01/28/2025

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!
Mon, 01/27/2025

Love Pizza? February 9th is your day!

Sun, 02/09/2025 - 10:00am to 11:30pm
If at first you don't succeed...
Fri, 01/24/2025

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
Fri, 01/24/2025

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 OK Being Alone!
Fri, 01/24/2025
Be You!
Thu, 01/23/2025

Be You!

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

Knowledge
Tue, 01/21/2025

Papi, Por Favor!

Hey guys!

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

Knowledge
Mon, 01/20/2025

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
Sun, 01/19/2025

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!
Sat, 01/18/2025

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
Thu, 01/16/2025

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!…

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