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?
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
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
Training Day
How wrong I was! After teaching for over 20 years I have finally encountered one of my most difficult students. As we get older, we learn more and more about the world around us. While some of us choose to expand our knowledge and minds, there are some among us that close their minds to … Continue reading Training Day
Common Things Made of Gold
Have you ever been standing in the middle of your living room vacuuming up cat hair and thought, "Man, this moment in my life would be so much better if my vacuum cleaner was made of 24K gold"? Like not all of it - just the parts that are usually metal or plastic. The bag … Continue reading Common Things Made of Gold
Valentine’s Day’s History
Valentines were very popular through the Civil War, and became increasingly elaborate through the later 19th century.
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