Throwing the Baby Out with the Bathwater: How Trump and Musk’s Chaos Is Dragging the Economy Down

As of April 15, 2025, the stock market is spiraling—and the erratic behavior of Donald Trump and Elon Musk is a key culprit. Laura Kiefert breaks down how ego, instability, and political theater are shaking America’s economic foundation. The stock market stumbled hard today. While some analysts are quick to dismiss it as a “routine…

When Family Feels Far Away

A heartfelt reflection on family, distance, and the ache of separation—from a mother and grandmother learning to navigate life with her loved ones spread across the country. Family has always been the anchor of my life. I grew up in a home where love was loud—shared meals, bursts of laughter, and the comfort of being…

Parkview Class of ‘73 Graduation Party

A memory that lives in every laugh line and sparkle light—the epic Parkview Class of ’73 graduation party wasn’t just about a pig roast. It was about freedom, friendship, and the wild hope of what came next. The summer of 1973 will always stick in my mind as the year we threw the party. We…

Balance Is Everything—What Life Keeps Teaching Me

In this personal reflection, I share how life has taught me that balance isn’t a perfect equation—it’s a rhythm. From relationships to time, energy, and self-worth, this post explores what balance really means and why it matters so deeply to living a meaningful life. I used to think balance was a goal—a destination you finally…