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biography, Book, child abuse, Child Sexual Abuse, human rights, incest, Jeffrey Epstein, Memoir, mental health, non-fiction, political, rape, true crime, Virginia Giuffre

Nobody’s Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice by Virginia Roberts Giuffre

“My doctrine is this, that if we see cruelty or wrong that we have the power to stop, and do nothing, we make ourselves sharers in the guilt.” Virginia Roberts Giuffre I was hesitant about reading this memoir. Like many people, I’d heard about Jeffrey Epstein and the crimes he’d committed against young girls. I’m not talking about young women, I’m talking about underage girls. … Continue reading Nobody’s Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice by Virginia Roberts Giuffre

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charlie kirk assassination, mental health, murder, non-fiction, political, Political Assassinations, Political Debates, politics, Quotes

Political Murders

I’ve avoided blogging about anything political recently because the situation in the United States is so volatile these days. However, the recent shooting of Charlie Kirk is one more act of gun violence in a long list. Let me add this disclaimer right off the bat. Until Wednesday, September 10, I had no idea who Charlie Kirk was. I subsequently read a bit about him … Continue reading Political Murders

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Causes, civil rights, Diversity, faith, goals, challenges, dreams, goals, dreams, challenges, human rights, JFK, political, Quotes, World Justice, world unity

Tikkun Olam

When I was studying to convert to Reform Judaism I learned a vital concept called Tikkun Olam. It means to actively perfect or heal the world through deeds of kindness, social justice, and advocacy. Originally in the Mishnah, the first written collection of Jewish oral tradition, Tikkun Olam is the mending of the law to keep society working correctly. Generally, it’s designed to improve social … Continue reading Tikkun Olam

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non-fiction, reminiscing

Don’t Let Your ‘70’s Hold You Back

I turned 72 last February. Not too shabby for a girl who didn’t think she’d live past 25. No, I didn’t have any physical health problems. I was just emo before emo was a thing. I think many teens go through a fatalistic phase. Mine simply started early and lasted longer. Anyway, I digress… As I approached my 70th birthday I wondered what lay ahead. … Continue reading Don’t Let Your ‘70’s Hold You Back

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non-fiction, Romance, self help, Social media, intimacy

Get Off TikTok and Jump Into Bed!

Five Ways Social Media Is Ruining Your Sex Life A 2024 study linked heavy social media use with an increased risk of vaginal dryness, erectile dysfunction and low libido. By August McLaughlin. 08/08/2025 07:00AM EDT | Updated Aug 10, 2025 I was skimming through news stories online when I stumbled across the above article. Social media can ruin my sex life? That stopped my scrolling! … Continue reading Get Off TikTok and Jump Into Bed!

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evolution, non-fiction, Satyrex, science, spider anatomy, spider mating, spider sex, spiders, tarantula

Scientific Shocker

These tarantulas may have evolved huge genitalia to fend off bloodthirsty females Chrissie Paintings https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/new-tarantula-genus-enormous-genital-legs-cannibalism. Annie Roth Researchers have uncovered a new tarantula genus called Satyrex where males may have evolved longer sex organs to avoid getting eaten by fierce females. A female from the species Satyrex ferox is pictured below. Imagine a group of scientists sitting around studying spiders. Suddenly, one scientist leans forward, … Continue reading Scientific Shocker

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missing, great smoky mountains, deep creek, hiking, lost, campground, trail, nature, disappearance, mystery, non-fiction, Suspense

Missing in the Smokies – Polly Melton

Great Smoky Mountain National Park begins the transition to fall in September. Soon the leaves would blaze into bright colors of red, orange, and gold. The heat of summer is replaced by temperatures ranging from the sixties to the eighties during the day. Hikers and campers love the weather and the beauty of the mountains. Thelma Pauline Melton loved the Great Smoky Mountains National Park … Continue reading Missing in the Smokies – Polly Melton

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Missing in the Smokies – Dennis Martin

The Smoky Mountains is the most visited National Park in the United States. Straddling the border between Tennessee and North Carolina, the park offers hiking trails, camping, waterfalls, scenic drives, and historic sites. The Appalachian Trail also runs through the park. Every season offers something new to explore. In the fall, the mountains are filled with the beautiful, blazing colors of changing leaves. Nearby, in … Continue reading Missing in the Smokies – Dennis Martin

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Causes, goals, dreams, challenges, human rights, mental health, poem, Poetry

I Will Not Stand Silent

Elizabeth Horton-Newton 2/1/2025 When they speak out against the rights Of the poor The displaced The disabled I will not stand silent   When they deny the rights Of people of color Of gender diversity Of the health challenged I will not stand silent   When they send so-called officials To our schools Our places of employment Our homes I will not stand silent   … Continue reading I Will Not Stand Silent

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goals, dreams, challenges, Uncategorized

If I Could, I Would

What’s something you would attempt if you were guaranteed not to fail. In my younger days, I was willing to try almost anything if finances and time were not issues. I’d still be willing to attempt things like skydiving, parasailing, or ziplining. While these activities might be physically challenging it’s not impossible that I might give one or all of them a shot. If I … Continue reading If I Could, I Would

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