In many ways, this time of the year is both rejuvenating and exhausting! Winter’s harshness has left its mark behind with the requisite maintenance needs; yards and gardens come alive and need tending; there are a plethora of wonderful outdoor activities beckoning; and, of course, one’s ...
As a conservative public policy advocate who has worked in federal, state, and local government, I’ve always taken a cautious approach when it comes to drug policy. Like many in public service, I worried about the unintended consequences of cannabis legalization. After watching how things ...
Florida was the first state to pass a law regulating the use of cellphones in schools in 2023. Just two years later, more than half of all states have laws in place, with more likely to act soon. Bills have sprinted through legislatures this year in states as varied as New York and Oklahoma, ...
Love and Peace, Peace and Love, they go together like a song. A song our hearts sing. Why is this important? We must build around our heart symbols of peace and love. Looking out a window and seeing trees beginning to bloom starts the heart to mellow. Seeing children kicking a ball causes the ...
Let’s talk about help. Asking for help can leave us feeling vulnerable, incompetent, or weak. Perhaps it is because independence is often celebrated in our society. Or maybe because pride looms large in many of us. A feeling I struggle with when asking for help is the feeling of being a ...
Anyone who has had to dial 911 is well aware that along with law enforcement or firefighters comes emergency medical crews. It’s a reassuring sight when they roll up, ready to provide skilled treatment on site and during transport. To honor these crucial health care practitioners, Gov. ...