Hear This, Ignore That Have you ever listened to Simon and Garfunkel’s iconic song The Boxer? You may remember the line, “A man hears what he wants to hear and disregards the rest.” These powerful words from the song…

Beneath the Surface Sometimes, things look great on the surface. Like that vacation deal you’ve been dreaming about, or that gadget on sale for a limited time. But once you dig a little deeper, you…

The Right to Choose On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization rocked the nation, overturning Roe v. Wade and ending the federal right to abortion. The phrase “right to choose” has…

Forever Young Have you ever heard the song Forever Young? If so, which version pops into your head? It’s no surprise that this beloved title has inspired multiple renditions, each bringing its own unique flavor and…

Time to Celebrate! This month marks the 40th anniversary of a federal law that changed the healthcare game—and its impact is still felt today. As groundbreaking as the legislation was, it still left one big…

Beyond Words – The Hidden Language of Despair September is here, and so is Suicide Awareness Month—a crucial opportunity to shine a spotlight on the silent battles faced by those struggling with suicidal thoughts. In…

I Don’t Like Mondays The teen years can be rough, especially when a parent is struggling with their own issues. Picture a teenager living with their father after a difficult divorce. Money was tight, school…

Let the Sleuthing Begin There’s just something about a good “whodunit” that captivates us. Whodunits come in many forms. The board game Clue, one of my favorite games growing up, remains a top pick for…

Don’t Get Fooled Again Imagine if April Fools’ Day wasn’t just a single day of the year but a regular event—how fantastic would that be for pranksters? They’d have endless chances to unleash their creativity…

Negotiations Required Let’s take a trip back to 2003 and revisit some of the exciting developments of that year. Time Magazine’s best inventions list from 2003 features some now-obsolete items, like MySpace, once the king…

Unfinished Business Just like in the classic song “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music, we all have our go-to favorites. Whether it’s the playlist that powers your workouts or the songs you sing in the…

Jumping the Gun The 2024 Paris Olympics showcases plenty of spectacular jumping events! In track and field, athletes compete in the high jump, long jump, triple jump, and hurdles, pushing their limits to soar higher…

Balance Beam Gold The Paris 2024 Olympics are in full swing, showcasing 329 medal events across 32 sports. Among the highlights, gymnastics stands out as a spectacular display of athleticism, grace, and precision. From the…

Can You Read My Mind? Most of us have experienced the confusion of unspoken expectations. We either expect others to read our minds or find ourselves on the receiving end of unspoken assumptions. That’s where the…

Skim At Your Own Risk Let’s be honest – instruction manuals are daunting. They’re like foreign-language roadmaps in small print, with diagrams resembling abstract art more than practical guidance. No wonder we often opt for…