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And Just Like That: Our Lives Became a Trio of Sit Coms…Sit Com 3

June 6, 2023

So has anyone else thought that President Joe Biden is basically the Ted Lasso of American politics? In the midst of all the ugliness and negativity between the two parties, Biden stays positive. He never trashes the opposite party, just rejects the “extremists” that he claims don’t really represent the Republicans. He invites collaboration, cooperation, … More And Just Like That: Our Lives Became a Trio of Sit Coms…Sit Com 3

What To Do When You Feel Helpless

February 26, 2022

In my blog post yesterday about the invasion of Ukraine, I confessed my sorrow about the start of a new war and my lack of knowledge about how I as a private citizen can do much to alleviate the situtation. Later that day, I happened upon this video by Hank Green, one of the much-beloved … More What To Do When You Feel Helpless

National Do Something Nice Day is Tuesday, October 5

October 4, 2021

Did you know that Tuesday, October 5 is National Do Something Nice Day? It is an unofficial holiday to encourage people to do some act of kindness for a friend, loved one, or stranger. I’m assuming most people drawn to a blog encouraging bliss would do nice things for other people on a regular basis. … More National Do Something Nice Day is Tuesday, October 5

A Poem for Susan

September 11, 2017

My son and I saw the 9/11 memorial when we visited New York City this summer, and it is quite a lovely and striking monument. Today can be a difficult day for people. It can be a time for grieving. But I hope it is a day of grieving with love instead of hate, … More A Poem for Susan