"Take Me Home, Country Roads" and the universal pull towards home is a song about a longing for home (co-written by a songwriter who had never even been in West Virginia), has been embraced by the Mountain State in a big way, and has since been appropriated by singers around the world looking for their very own "place I belong." I long for my birthplace, for my parents, my children and grandchildren.
I will be chilling and taking time off to unplug,. This is making it an appropriate time to place this blog on a brief hiatus.
I expect to return around our nation's anniversary, assuming it still feels worth celebrating. With any luck, we will have begun to undo some of the damage done recently. It is time to challenge outdated institutions and assumptions, including the notion that Rhode Island should wield the same Senate representation as California despite their vastly different populations.
Members of Congress who identify as conservatives should be asked to explain how they can claim to defend democratic principles while supporting actions that undermine them. Elected officials of all political affiliations should be held accountable for honesty, integrity and fidelity to the rule of law.
Keep the faith. Above all, remain committed to the U.S. Constitution and the democratic values it represents.
Only 33% of U.S. adults approve of Trump’s overall job performance, down slightly from 38% last month according to a recent Associate Press poll.
I am disgusted and revolted… Trump is not a religious or spiritual person. He is everything Christ wasn’t . He uses religion to control parts of his base. Unfortunately the ones that stay silent ignore the parts of the Bible that warns them against people like him
As my late parents would say, God will punish you... Can you say Monday morning Judas?
They're full of nutrients, but consume in moderation
A Republican physician shares his warning on POTUS fitness.
This is dedicated to all my children and grandkids, from see you in the morning, to hello, mister sunshine. I have three words for Youse. RUN TO ME
A dear old friend and the coolest senior citizen I know likes to ask me “How you Bean” ? For the record, beans are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and other nutrients, providing approximately 7 grams of protein per half-cup serving. Soybeans are the most protein-rich bean and are a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. Other high-protein options include lentils, large white beans, and pinto beans.
Trick or Treat… 3 Strikes You’re OUT - Originating from a baseball concept where a batter gets three strikes before being "out," to remove persistent offenders.
The most popular recreational drugs these days appear to be weed, beer or wine among most adults.
Marijuana is a widely used psychoactive substance in the US and medical and recreational legalization has risen over the past decade.
Wine consumption continues to be a popular recreational alcoholic beverage of choice, and beer the statistics are also impressive. Let’s keep in mind the assortment of local US beers and American wines available.