So after months of campaigning, tomorrow is the final national voting day of Election 2026. Like over 50 million other Americans, I voted early. But if you haven’t, I urge you to do so. You don’t have to agree with me. But Democracy works best when we all voice our opinions. As I’ve said, I’ve … More Motivational Music Monday: Election Day 2026 Edition
I’ve been meaning to write the previous post for over a week, but I only got to it tonight. If you missed it, please check it out at: https://blissfullu.com/2026/10/26/i-got-to-meet-my-political-commentary-hero-heather-cox-richardson/. But after writing about my great experience meeting Heather Cox Richardson at a Red Wine and Blue event, there was only one song I could imagine … More Motivational Music Monday, Heather Cox Richardson Edition
Here in North Carolina, early voting began last Monday and will continue through not only through this coming Saturday (October 24) but the following Saturday (October 31). Historically, I’ve been dedicated to Election Day voting, but have switched to early voting. So please come vote as soon as you can. Or send in your mail … More Motivational Music Monday, Early Voting Edition
This Saturday, October 17, is the 4th mass activist gathering under the name No Kings. We’ve actually had 3 previous rallies by that name: June 14, 2025: It started on Flag Day, which also happened to be President Trump’s birthday and the day of his military parade in Washington. Organizers estimate about five million people … More Motivational Music Monday: No Kings Edition
It’s coming down to the wire, at least in North Carolina, to register to vote in the coming elections. Voting registration ends in NC THIS FRIDAY, October 9, 2026. So if you’ve been putting it off, make it a priority this week. And even if you’ve voted previously, check to make sure you are still … More Motivational Music Monday: 5 Days Left To Register So We Can Change Things For Good Edition
Last week, the school I teach at most frequently put up a poll about “Who Is the Best Tom?” Now by a poll, I mean a blank sheet of paper where people write down their favorites. As of the last time I taught there, these were the candidates: Tom CruiseTom HanksTom HardyTom HiddlestonTom Hollard Which … More Motivational Music Monday: Best Tom Edition
I love this song, and I love this video. It is SO 70’s. But, then, so am I. At least here in the NC Triangle Area, this week is supposed to have temperatures in the 70s, which I am, and I think most of us are, so thankful for. I can absolutely tell you that … More Motivational Music Monday: Earth Wind & Fire Edition
Yesterday was Grandparents Day in the US. I’m not a grandparent, and my grandparents have passed on. But I’ve been having some conversations and reading a book that is making me think about how important grandparents can be. The book addresses how difficult it is to be a working parent. It makes me think about … More Motivational Music Monday: Grandparents Day Edition
This one is an obvious one. It honors not only Dolly Parton, who we lost recently, but also Gloria Steinem, who we lost last week. The song itself may not be THAT motivational, but the movie for which it speaks is. Jane Fonda was the moving force behind that movie, and she asked Dolly Parton … More Motivational Music Monday: Labor Day Edition
I’m sure I’m not the only one who cried when I heard the news that Dolly Parton had crossed the rainbow bridget last week. She was, of course, a great singer/songwriter/musician/performer. But I think she was an even better all-around person. She was strong and brave and hard working who was an incredible success in … More Motivational Music Monday, Dolly Edition
