Here in Iowa it’s the middle of winter, so it’s a great time to think ahead to your next vacation! Whether you are dreaming of a tropical destination, visiting family in another region, or even a staycation in your own hometown, planning a vacation is a feel- good activity. In fact, it’s been proven that planning a vacation releases more… Read more »
There is a new sport making huge gains in popularity here in Iowa- Girls Wrestling. And I say it’s about time! For some time there have been girls interested in wrestling. Some high school programs allowed girls on their teams, some did not. But it was a hard road for those girls. Some opponents would just forfeit instead of competing… Read more »
By the time you are reading this Donald Trump will be the President of the United States again. I’ve made my opinion on Trump pretty clear over the years and no, it has not changed in recent weeks. He’s already walked back several key campaign promises that likely won him the election- most notably that he would lower grocery prices. … Read more »
This year today is more important than ever- it’s National Religious Freedom day. Now before the right loses their shit over this being some kind of “woke” holiday, learn the history. This day was established in 1786 in Virginia and is based on the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom written by none other Thomas Jefferson. It’s one of many… Read more »
It’s impossible to turn on any news or social media platform and NOT see truly horrifying footage of the fires in Los Angeles. The level and scale of the destruction is historic. MOST people react to these images and stories with sympathy for the people who have lost their homes, their businesses, their employment, their pets, friends, and/ or family… Read more »
Yes, this is really a thing. Every day is Pass Gas Day at my house. In yet another display of how comfortable my husband Pat and I are around each other, neither of us hides any flatulence from the other. Hell, sometimes we even compliment a really good fart! Some fun fart facts: All mammals, insects, and fish fart Herbivores… Read more »
WAY back in 2020 I started looking at small changes I could make that would be better for the planet. Unfortunately, COVID completely derailed my plans. All of a sudden everything was about single use, disposable items. It seems we are finally far enough removed from 2020 that we can start thinking about the planet in earnest again. I did… Read more »