Last year, over 750 cities around the world threw citywide music celebrations on June 21. It all started 35 years ago in France. In 1982, Jack Lang and his staff at the Ministry of Culture dreamed up an idea for a new kind of musical holiday. They imagined a day where free, live music would … Continue reading Recognizing the Love of Music
We Don’t Talk To Each Other
We have to stop shouting past each other and listen to why so many of us are pained by what we’re witnessing.
Let’s Talk About Guns
When you observe the safest states in America you will find they generally have the most open gun laws in the entire country. On the other end of the spectrum the states with the strictest guns laws in place tend to rank the highest in national crime statistics. Is this a coincidence?
A Story I Heard About, Hysterical
I heard the funniest thing yesterday. I heard that a certain “comedian” that posed with a bloodied mock decapitated head of a certain president was being bullied by said president’s family. Hmmm, I found it funny that this “comedian” thought the whole episode was hysterical when said “comedian” did the video shoot. Yes, it was … Continue reading A Story I Heard About, Hysterical
Pushing Through Without Excuses
The atmosphere both online and in person in some cases, has become so toxic that we blind ourselves to reason. We have to get back to teamwork, trace our steps and communicate effectively to others.
Birthstones for June Babies
June Birthstone – Pearl, Alexandrite and Moonstone Enter The Realm Of The June Birthstone Trio! Those born in the month of June have three very unique and exquisite gems as their birthstone; Pearl, Alexandrite and Moonstone. Each gem complements and enhances the nature of the June- born in various ways with its distinctive qualities. June Birthstone … Continue reading Birthstones for June Babies
Need Memorial Day Plans? I’ve Got You Covered!
Cheer the Dynamo on, explore some of Houston’s best Caribbean food restaurants, sample whisky, stuff your face with banh mi, help send off the Houston Symphony’s Principal POPS Conductor and more happening this week in Houston. Things to Do This Week in Houston Dancin’ in the Street Motown & More Revue at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Thursday, May … Continue reading Need Memorial Day Plans? I’ve Got You Covered!
Under the Weather is an Understatement
How many times have you gone into work or school knowing very well that it wasn’t in your best interest to do so? Today is one of those days. After being up all night hanging out around the porcelain goddess of ridicule, I made myself go to work. What a day it will be! My … Continue reading Under the Weather is an Understatement
Distinguishing Anger from Sadness
With a headline line that, it must sound completely illogical that anyone could mistake the two positions. Both are quite emotional and both can lead a person to act in an extreme way. But here’s how they can evolve into one and the same.
Happiness Where You Are Now
Are you happy? Yes, bad things happen all of the time, but allowing yourself to be brought down by that negativity is not healthy for your happiness. You see, happiness is a state that we should all strive to be in regardless of the outside sources that affect us all. When you come into … Continue reading Happiness Where You Are Now
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