A dining table set for a meal with plates, glassware, small pumpkins, and a large autumn-themed floral centerpiece offers a fresh take on Thanksgiving, all bathed in warm natural light.
A New Perspective This Thanksgiving
A new perspective is what I seek this Thanksgiving. Each year around this time, I slow down just a notch—not because life gets easier, but because Thanksgiving quietly, insistently asks us to pause and look backward, inward, and around. This year, that pause feels more vital than ever. When you peel away the noise—politics, headlines, arguments, blame—the thread that remains is profoundly human:...
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A dining table set for a meal with plates, glassware, small pumpkins, and a large autumn-themed floral centerpiece offers a fresh take on Thanksgiving, all bathed in warm natural light.
A New Perspective This Thanksgiving
A new perspective is what I seek this Thanksgiving. Each year around this time, I slow down just a notch—not because life gets easier, but because Thanksgiving quietly, insistently asks us to pause and look backward, inward, and around. This year, that...
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Four politicians argue atop a crumbling bridge in front of the U.S. Capitol, symbolizing how government shutdowns leave no clear winner and fracture the nation’s foundation.
Government shutdowns: Is There's Really A Winner?
Let’s Start with the Obvious Question: Why Can’t They Pass the Bill? If you’ve ever wondered why government shutdowns seem to happen over and over again, you’re not alone. Every year, as the September 30th deadline approaches, Washington drags out the...
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The US Capitol building with a large red “CLOSED” sign overlaid on the image, highlighting a government shutdown and prompting viewers to consider the reasons behind it.
Government Shutdown: Reasons And Possible Soluitions Now
Government shutdown headlines don’t lie: two sides arguing while the screen stays black. Washington is in gridlock as the government shut down on October 1, 2025, after the Senate again failed to advance the House-passed stopgap funding bill. Thirteen...
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A group of people stands outside a building with a large "CLOSED" sign on the glass door, waiting on a sunny day—perhaps seeking survival tips during a government shutdown.
Another Government Shutdown: Survival Tips To Help You Now
Alright, folks, here we go again, another government shutdown. Seems like just yesterday (okay, maybe a few years ago) I was scrambling for ways to stretch my grocery budget and avoid those awkward “I can’t pay you right now” conversations....
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A man with a briefcase stands in a lit hallway facing a bright exit, with the text "Ready To Ditch The 9-to-5?" at the bottom—perfect inspiration for anyone launching your thing with top entrepreneur tips.
Ditch the 9-to-5: Real Talk on Launching Your Thing
Ready to ditch the 9-to-5? Okay, first of all, high five! Seriously, the thought of being your own boss, setting your own hours (hah!), and building something from the ground up? It’s intoxicating. It’s the kind of dream that gets you through those Monday...
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A leader in a suit stands smiling with arms open, surrounded by staff in casual attire, all thriving together in an office setting.
A Leader, Not a Boss: Your Staff Will Thrive Now
Alright, folks, let’s be real. The days of the “boss” sitting in a corner office, barking orders and expecting unwavering loyalty just because they hold the fancy title? Gone. Toast. History. Kaput. In today’s workplace, being a leader,...
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A smiling man and woman hold two young children in front of large white balloons and pastel balloon decorations indoors, capturing a joyful moment in America.
The Charlie Kirk Aftermath: What Now America?
Alright, deep breath, everyone. This past week has been… well, it’s been a dumpster fire wrapped in a tire fire, topped with a generous helping of “what the actual heck is happening to us?” sauce. And I’m not talking about the usual slow-burn...
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A large stone monument labeled "Public Trust" is dramatically splintering, its fragments flying outward against a plain background—a powerful visual of public trust shattered.
Public Trust? A Dive Into What Happened and Why
Okay, let’s be real for a second. Remember that feeling—that sense of public trust? That faith in the institutions shaping our lives—the government, the media, even the local PTA—acting in good faith with our best interests at heart? Yeah, me neither,...
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A woman works on a laptop with digital AI graphics—charts and network icons—appearing around her in a modern office, highlighting how AI literacy can boost your value in any role.
Embrace AI Literacy: Boost Your Value in Any Role
Okay, because we’re about to dive headfirst into the future, it smells suspiciously like algorithms and breakneck processing speeds. And guess what? You don’t need a fancy degree in computer science to get a piece of that pie. In fact, the single most...
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