Donald Trump is back in the White House, but he’s still blaming Joe Biden for everything — from gas prices to crime to immigration. The problem? Much of what Trump criticizes was shaped by global events or began under his own watch. At some point, he’ll have to take responsibility — and the facts aren’t…
I’ve never supported Donald Trump, and after witnessing the first 100 days of his second term, my opposition has only intensified. His actions have been a relentless assault on truth, decency, and the very fabric of our democracy. This piece is my unfiltered, deeply personal account of the chaos and cruelty that define his presidency….
After a lifetime of seatbelt struggles, salad shaming, and chairs that bite back, I’m finally seeing a glimmer of hope—50 pounds down on Ozempic and counting. I’m still fat, still funny, but now… cautiously optimistic. Come for the laughs, stay for the real talk.
For over 25 years, I’ve faced the harsh reality of living with chronic pain. From failed treatments and grueling withdrawals to small victories and hard-won wisdom, this is my raw, unfiltered journey—told honestly, with a dose of humor and a lot of grit. For more than 25 years, I’ve lived with chronic pain caused by…
Trump’s second term is a masterclass in wrecking America while grifting off its carcass. From mass deportations to global isolation, here’s why his first 100 days are a disaster we can’t afford to ignore. If you thought Donald Trump’s first presidency was a train wreck, buckle up. His second term, barely 100 days old,…
Some friendships don’t just last — they define you. I’m forever grateful for the group of women who have shared my life’s journey from the beginning, weaving memories, love, and laughter through every season of life. There’s something almost magical about finding people who know you at every stage of life — and love you…
Democratic governors are leading with courage, common sense, and real leadership — exactly what America needs to push back against Trump’s dangerous and self-serving executive orders. It’s almost unbelievable how fast Donald Trump’s second term has plunged into chaos — and we’re not even halfway through it yet. His executive orders are rolling out like…
In his latest publicity stunt disguised as policy, Trump targets immigrant truck drivers under the laughable excuse of “public safety.” Because clearly, the biggest threat on American highways is imperfect grammar — not crumbling infrastructure, impossible schedules, or corporate greed. Read why this executive order is nothing but another cruel, divisive distraction. Well, folks, here…
When a judge is arrested for defending the law, and the President mocks due process as an inconvenience, the future of America is no longer in question — it’s in crisis. In what now passes for normal under President Trump’s second term, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested — not for misconduct, not…
Sometimes moving into a new neighborhood brings fresh starts and new friendships. Other times… it brings you neighbors who threaten to hose down your imaginary cat and steal your kids’ soccer balls. In this funny true story, I share how a backyard feud turned into one of my favorite (and pettiest) victories — proving that…
Sometimes the biggest lessons come wrapped in heartbreak. In this story, I share a memory that shaped the way I see love, loyalty, and expectations — and how it continues to touch my life decades later. I still remember the way sunlight streamed through the kitchen window as I sat flipping through that bridal magazine,…
Looking back, there’s a lot I wish I could go back and tell my younger self — like maybe stop worrying about perfect makeup and start worrying about what actually matters. Life doesn’t come with a manual, but it sure teaches you lessons if you stick around long enough. There’s a reason every older…
My For most of my life, I felt like I was living without a map while everyone else had a clear path. I spent years trying to meet everyone else’s expectations, never feeling like I measured up. It took heartbreak, healing, and the right person walking into my life for me to finally realize: I…
I wrote Bedbugs in 2015 after fighting my way back from nearly three years stuck in bed from overmedication. It was one of the first real days I felt alive again — babysitting my granddaughters, feeling hope, and realizing how much life I still had left to live. This story will always be special to…
Even the calmest among us have our breaking points. Here’s my list of tiny annoyances that shouldn’t bother me — but absolutely do — featuring public restroom disasters, fake apologies, and social offenses that make my eye twitch. I try to be a reasonable person. I really do. I wake up most mornings hoping I’ll…
Trump’s second term is no presidency — it’s a slow-motion demolition derby. As he guts civil rights, press freedoms, and basic human dignity, millions of Americans are standing up and fighting back. We refuse to let him wreck everything we hold dear. At this point, calling Trump’s second term a disaster feels like calling the…
Dedication To my brother Dave: You were more loved than you ever knew, and I will never stop fighting for the justice you deserved. Nine years ago on April 2016, my youngest brother Dave, a disabled Navy veteran, and only 52 years old at the time, traveled to Jamaica. After years of struggling with his…
Dreams have always fascinated me — vivid, emotional, and sometimes overwhelmingly real. Through all stages of my life, my dreams have mirrored my deepest fears, longings, and hopes. Some bring comfort, but far too many stir a sadness I can’t always shake. I’ve always been fascinated by my dreams. They don’t drift by in black…
Trump’s second term is off to a roaring start—if by “roaring” you mean trampling civil liberties, inflating his ego, and governing like a wannabe autocrat. Spoiler alert: It’s not the billionaires or bigots who’ll suffer most. Trump’s reelection in 2024 wasn’t a political comeback—it was a hostile takeover. And ever since he strutted back into…
