In elementary school, we were taught how the moon's gravitational pull impacts our oceans' tides. Many scientists are now investigating if and how…
Stunning photos from locations new to me. Faces, scenes, and life captured—telling a story with one click. All are winners. The above image is…
When we hear about environmental factors that negatively affect our health, microplastics and PFAS (forever chemicals) get a lot of press…
"Childless cat ladies" may not be the" real problem with the USA. It might just be those "crazy cat men" who choose to stay home and cuddle with…
It's estimated about 1% of the world's population stutters, though about 5% of children go through a period of stuttering. A summer camp at…
Whether you’re outspoken or not, you are a dissenter. Even if you politely bite your tongue as all the loudmouths in the room battle it out, your…
Does anyone else feel like we've stepped into a time warp?
Recently, I watched a movie called Mine on Netflix. The film is about two soldiers on a mission in the desert. A very hot, hot desert where…
Bizarro creator, Dan Piraro, cracks me up with his sardonic humor. Not everyone appreciates that sort of wit, but for those of you who do, enjoy...
This sign encourages us to take nothing for granted and feel grateful, making ourselves available to beauty and positivity.
The assassination attempt on the former president is the latest high-profile shooting committed by a young man. The list of such incidents…
Lately, I’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the political and social unrest around us. The surge in hate language and violence among opposing…
This will be hard to beat...
Bromine, Red 40, propylparaben, and BHT are just a few of the common additives in popular foods in the US but are banned or highly restricted in…
My client, Caleb, has recently been increasing his vegetable and water intake and told me he’s proud of those changes. I commended him and asked…
Frank Tischer's black-and-white nature photography captures the essence of landscapes with rich contrasts and striking compositions. His images…
Just coming off a few months of recovering from a broken ankle and once again being able to hit the sidewalk each morning...I am beyond grateful…
Clearly replacing the screen of my patio door is not in my skill set! I'm just not “that girl.” So I've been on a search for a year to find…
When Melanie Harper lost her wedding ring in a bin at a local recycling center, she didn't expect to see it again. Finding it would be a classic "…
Nope, take a closer look... and listen—you might be surprised…
Aside from tasting great, consuming olive oil brings a host of well-documented health benefits. However, the health and production of olives…
I had a chance yesterday morning to do some browsing for art and found these very cool ink drawings. The artist's name is Margo and she has…
By now, unless you're a baby, you've noticed that you never have a day off from your thoughts. They're constant. They literally don't allow you to…
Well, take a look at this funny, crazy cat. She may be weird, but she's very loveable…
40" Sharp LC-40LE830U TV in very good working condition. Due to its age, apps are no longer supported. Good for watching cable or network programs…
This state has just issued an order requiring the Bible be taught in public classrooms…
Hot In The City, Heat Wave, and Here Comes The Sun are just a few song titles that come to mind when I hear about the scorching temperatures much…
A little humor to get you through the rest of your week. A word of caution: the music is annoying so I turned off the sound…
A new study says this one simple exercise may the solution to what ails you…
The use of artificial intelligence is hotly debated, with some people and industries believing it will revolutionize our lives while others fear…
He's definitely not everyone's cup of tea, but the controversial and strongly opinionated comedian and TV host, Bill Maher, is now a best-selling…
When kids don’t have clean clothes to wear to school, many of them don’t go. That’s what’s been discovered as a contributing issue to the Los…
This California school district is banning cell phones on all its campuses for students. But will it work?…
This state has now passed a law requiring the Ten Commandments be posted in every public classroom from kindergarten thorough college…
My wish has graciously and generously been granted. I am one grateful human.
How does your day begin? Do you roll out of bed half awake, feet hitting the floor and off you go to begin your morning routine with the…
My wish is that someone would be interested in allowing me to hire them to be my computer tutor to help me learn how to navigate my new Windows…
It was one of those spontaneous days when everything was aligned to allow me the opportunity to drive up the hill to Rancho Palos Verdes and spend…
A businessman is suing Apple after his wife finds text messages to prostitutes that he deleted from his iPhone but which remained visible on other…
Starlink, a satellite company owned by Elon Musk's SpaceX, has brought high-speed internet service to the indigenous Marubo villages in the Amazon…
On October 1, 2017, Stephen Paddock, a high-rolling casino gambler, pointed a gun outfitted with a bump stock at a crowd of concertgoers and fired…
We can all relate to getting a song stuck in our heads and I wanted to share the one that's been in my brain for a couple of days.
"Step…
There’s art that hangs over your living room couch, and then there’s art that pokes and provokes our minds. This series from John Holcroft will…
I have a precious friend who often gripes about his life whenever he’s played golf with his friends. His friends are all retired and “enjoying…
Here's the thing ... Over the years, many clients have shared that their self-esteem is low. Then they ask me, "How can I develop high self-esteem…
When it comes to living healthy lifestyles, many people’s experience is like driving with the parking brake on—they may be doing some things that…
There are a number of medical myths out there that have been around for so long, even some doctors believe they are true. Here are a few of them…
New research says drinking when you fly could be dangerous to your health. Here's why!…
Mondays can be hectic, even crazy. Here's a little something you can chill with and hopefully give you some smiles.…
Here's why businesses in the Golden State say the new $20 dollar an hour minimum wage for fast food workers isn't working…
If you didn't already know, today is National Donut Day. I chose chocolate glaze to celebrate. There's still time for some special Friday fun on…
“The world is an incredible place. It's here for you and for you to enjoy, so show up as you. The world needs you as you are.”
To view life…
Twelve-year-old Bruhat Somastood from St. Petersburg, Florida, made the news last week after winning the 96th Scripps National Spelling Bee…
I drove through a part of Los Angeles called Silverlake a few days ago. It's an area with a lot of character but isn't immune to signs of economic…
Add a little Mother Nature to your weekend by browsing these delightful…
Crows have overtaken my yard this spring. I used to have lots of finches and hummingbirds hanging out at my fountain, but this year, the crows…
Tesla has been in the headlines a lot lately and mostly not in a good way. But a new survey says Tesla absolutely crushes all other car companies…
A new study says changing these four habits can add years to your life!…
The day my father passed, my mother got it in her head that all their worldly belongings should be up for grabs. “If you kids don’t want them, let…
As a kid, I remember my grandparents watching All In The Family on CBS. I was too young to grasp the humor, but I eventually learned how…
Today, I pulled a little piece of paper from my grandma’s heart box that said, “Do something for somebody.” That simple statement could…
Recently, a mystery was solved. Since I’ve been alive and perhaps centuries before, this mystery was the subject of great debate, curiosity, and…
A lot of people believe it's OK to eat food they've dropped on the floor as long as it's picked up within five seconds. Science finally has the…
A Louisiana high school was in trouble. Fights were breaking out regularly. One fight was so out of control that local police had to respond. …
Last week was “Instructor Appreciation Week” at the seniors center where I teach my boxing class. Shortly after class started, the center’s…
Once again, Mother Nature has won my heart with her creations. This time it's a kitten taking its duckling friends on a field trip to the water…
At lunchtime yesterday while making my favorite sandwich, I grabbed the bread, spread the mustard, and promptly put the mustard and sliced cheese…
You won't be able to hold back a smile, or maybe you'll even laugh out loud at the wildlife having some fun with their photographers.…
They’re Jewish. They’re Muslim. They’re orthodox Jews. They’re radical Muslims. They’re Zionists. They’re terrorists. They’re rapists. To each…
For creativity and complexity, I give him a 10…
Who among us hasn't, at least occasionally, woken in the middle of the night with our brains lit up and ready to ponder anything and everything?…
Just a few days before Christmas of 2000, a baby was bundled in a blanket and flannel shirt, put in a cardboard box, and left in the hallway of an…
This young farmer loves his animals and his animals love him. He's the pied piper on the farm. It brought me smiles and a happy heart as I read…
One morning earlier this week, I was complaining in my head about several projects that were taking longer than expected, plus some other issues…
You really don't have to "kill" yourself to live longer and healthier…
