I’ve been thinking about the phrase “Make America Great Again.” When people hear it, what year pops into their head? Is there a specific calendar year? 1984? 1960? 1957 with a Chevy in the driveway and a pie cooling on the windowsill? (Sunday, Monday, Happy Days…Tuesday, Wednesday, Happy Days…you gotta sing it if you’re my … More February 23 – Back to the 50s?
I shared this post on my facebook page. One response I got called the comparison “absurd.” I went to reply and realized it was getting long so instead of replying there…I replied here… My “peaceful protest” worked! It made you, and others hopefully, think about a particular event. It may be “absurd,” but aren’t most … More February 7 – My Response to a Post
January 26, 2026 — what really went down—and why saying “if only the governor or mayor…” doesn’t change what happened Let’s get this straight right now…what happened with Alex Pretti in Minneapolis was not justified and if your argument is that “well the governor could’ve done something…” or “the mayor should’ve…” — no no no … More No No No No No — There’s No Justification for What Happened to Alex Pretti
I’m going to rant a little bit here. I’m hoping that getting this down on paper (screen) and out of my head will help. I’m furious about what happened yesterday in Minneapolis. Furious, confused, and honestly just exhausted by what feels like a complete breakdown of professionalism and truth. What happened to Alex Pretti was … More January 25 – A Rant on Yesterday
Every time I hear the phrase “the majority of Americans want this,” my shoulders tense up a little. Not because I don’t understand what they’re trying to say but because history tells us that phrase is often doing way more harm than good. One of the foundational pieces of our democracy – one that actually … More January 16 – It’s Not About the Majority
I’m going to stay away from politics today. Not because there isn’t anything to say – there’s too much to say – and I don’t feel like handing my good mood over to the chaos machine right now. I realize that in doing this, I’m exercising privilege. The ability to set aside the tragedy and … More January 15, 2026 – Just a Thought to Start the Year
Alright, let’s do it. Back on the horse. Typing into the void. For the historical record. It’s been a few weeks. Some of that was intentional. Some of that was…gestures wildly at everything. I kind of took the holidays off. Busy family time. Food. Noise. The good stuff. Then the new year rolled in and … More January 12, 2026 – Hi! Let’s Write a Blog Post
Fifteen more shopping days until Christmas – sixteen if you count Christmas Eve, which I do because it makes me feel like I have my life slightly more together and I actually love going out to the stores on Christmas Eve. My advice – because it is my blog, and therefore I grant myself full … More December 9 – Christmas Unplugged
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