Laura Thompson Kiefert

NFL Season Opener: Cowboys vs. Eagles — When Spit Flies, Lessons Follow

The Cowboys–Eagles opener turned into a spit fight before the first snap, but thanks to the NFL’s new sportsmanship rules, it became a surprising story about boundaries, accountability, and why football sometimes teaches life better than life does So, the NFL season opener. Cowboys versus Eagles. Six seconds in—and I mean literally six seconds—and Eagles…

Oprah and the Fake Pink Salt Trick

Lately, I keep seeing ads and videos popping up about the so-called Himalayan pink salt weight-loss trick. Supposedly, all you have to do is drink a little pink salt water in the morning and—just like magic—your belly fat melts away. Some of the ads even show Oprah Winfrey talking about it. Here’s the truth: it’s…

If You See Something, Good Luck Doing Anythin

Every time there’s a mass shooting, the media cranks up the outrage machine. Morning shows, experts-for-hire, politicians with crocodile tears — all shouting the same tired mantra: If you see something, say something. Watch for leakage. Intervene before it’s too late. It’s theater. Because when you actually “see something” and try to act, you slam…

From Cabinet to Cult: Trump’s Second-Term Meetings Hit Peak Spectacle

Trump’s August 2025 cabinet meeting was a 3-hour sycophantic spectacle starring flattery, awkward flirtation, and zero governance. If you want leadership, try Netflix—at least they rehearse. There was a time when cabinet meetings were boring—and that was a good thing. Presidents used to surround themselves with experts, debate real issues, and maybe even make decisions….

Stop Confusing Honesty With Negativity

Sure, I like optimism as much as the next person, but life isn’t all rainbows and glitter. Pointing out problems isn’t “negative”—it’s the first step toward fixing them. Let’s get one thing straight: I’m not anti-optimism. I love hope. I’m not sitting in a cave muttering about doom. But let’s not confuse looking on the…

When Did Being Scammed Become a Normal Part of Life?

Everywhere you look — phones, emails, social media — someone is trying to rip you off. Here’s what to watch out for, what to ignore, and why common sense might just save you from becoming the next victim. It seems like every time I pick up the phone, check my email, or scroll online, someone…

The Posts I Wish I Never Made

Facebook isn’t just a place to share photos and updates—it’s a minefield where one post can cost you friendships. In this post, I talk about the regrets, the lessons, and the reality of posting in a world so divided that even hitting “share” feels risky. I’ve posted things on Facebook that I wish I wouldn’t…

When “Mind Your Own Business” Is the Worst Advice Ever

We’ve all been told to “mind your own business” at some point. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: sometimes that’s the most dangerous, irresponsible thing you can do. Looking the other way doesn’t make you polite—it makes you complicit. “Mind your own business” sounds harmless. It sounds polite. But too often, it’s an excuse for cowardice….

Just Say Thank You

Too often, good deeds are met with criticism instead of appreciation. In this post, I speak from the heart about why a simple “thank you” matters—and how unsolicited feedback can ruin a perfectly kind gesture. If you’ve ever walked away from helping someone and felt worse instead of better, this one’s for you. Here’s something…

I Screwed Up. I Apologized. I Begged. They Said, “Let Me Be.”

What happens when you do everything right after doing something wrong — but forgiveness never comes? This brutally honest post unpacks the pain of taking accountability, offering a real apology, and still being shut out. It’s not just about regret — it’s about rejection, power, and what it really means when someone says, “Please let…

Trump Doesn’t Fire Liars—He Fires the Truth

Trump has a long history of firing anyone who tells the truth—from health officials and intelligence experts to election workers and generals. Now he’s firing the Commissioner of Labor Statistics because the job numbers weren’t flattering enough. This isn’t leadership—it’s lunacy. Donald Trump’s America has always had its own logic: deny, deflect, distract—and when all…

Why I’m Still Speaking Out About Duane Boise

Nine years ago, my brother died in Jamaica waiting for a medevac that never came. The man responsible—Duane Boise—lied, stole, and disappeared behind a wall of fake credentials and forged signatures. Today, he’s running a new scam under the name MMJ International Holdings. I won’t stay silent while he keeps preying on families like mine….

rewriting the Past to Poison the Future

  Tulsi Gabbard, DOJ, Obama, Biden, Russian Interference, 2016 Election, Marco Rubio,Political Hypocrisy, Call to Action There’s political grandstanding, and then there’s whatever the hell Tulsi Gabbard just did. In case you missed it—maybe you were busy living in the real world where facts matter—Tulsi Gabbard has officially referred Barack Obama and Joe Biden to…

You Want to Lock Up Obama? You’ve Lost Your Damn Mind. 

I’ve kept quiet through all the Trump garbage hurled at Joe Biden. But dragging Barack Obama into this deranged circus with talk of treason and prison? Hell no. That’s not politics — that’s delusion with a bullhorn. And I’ve got something to say about it. I’ve sat through a lot of crap over the years….

Stray Dogs Get More Compassion Than America’s Poor, Sick, and Desperate

In a country where a shivering puppy gets more support than a homeless veteran or a sick child at the border, we need to ask ourselves: what have we become? Trump’s second term has turned cruelty into policy. This isn’t just neglect—it’s moral collapse. If we can rally for dogs, we can fight for people…

When the World Gets Harder to See

I started losing my vision 25 years ago, and life hasn’t looked the same since. But losing sight isn’t just about what you can’t see—it’s about what you still can. Here’s what it’s really like navigating everyday life with blurry eyes, a little sarcasm, and a lot of stubbornness. Tags: vision loss, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma,…

I’ve Waited Long Enough

They say patience is a virtue, but the older I get, the more it feels like a punishment. These days, it’s not just waiting at the 4doctor’s office—it’s everywhere. And I’m tired of pretending it doesn’t drive me nuts. I don’t know when it happened exactly, but somewhere along the line, waiting stopped being mildly…

Preach It, Brother—No Degree Required

In America, anyone can call themselves a preacher—no training, no degree, no oversight. Some of the most powerful pulpits are filled by folks with less formal education than your dog groomer. Let’s take a look at who’s educated, who’s faking it, and who’s just winging it in the name of God. Let me just say…

I Married a Public Servant—and He Taught Me What Government Really Does

I used to be politically indifferent. My political resume was limited to high school Student Council and what I absorbed from Schoolhouse Rock. I figured politics was just for loud guys in ties arguing on TV. That changed the day I married a man who devoted his life to public service—and showed me what government…

No Help for the Needy, Just Handouts for the Greedy

Trump’s “big beautiful bill” isn’t policy—it’s punishment. With $3.3 trillion in giveaways to the rich and a scorched-earth campaign against the poor, sick, and working class, this is America 2025: where billionaires get tax breaks and hungry families get cut off. So here we are again—Donald Trump is back in the White House, and predictably,…