Category Archives: News

That Piece: A Publishing Milestone

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Admin

Last week, I wrote an essay that was different from a lot of what I’ve written before. First off, it was personal, but also the most political piece I’ve written. Second, it was current and extremely timely. Usually, I’m behind. … Continue reading →

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I Died When I Didn’t Have Health Insurance

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Admin

I recently had one of my essays posted on the Huffington Post. Please check it out by clicking the link below. For a list of my other Huffington Post pieces, please click here.

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These Trying, Terrifying Times

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Admin

Last week I had a sobering conversation with my husband. It was about politics – something we rarely talk about because he’s a Republican and I’m a bleeding heart and so most conversations, despite our best intentions, just go sideways … Continue reading →

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What’s Coming: The Legislation YOU Need To KNOW and UNDERSTAND

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Admin

In a time when politics have become a literal circus: where perjury is barely touched and when our nation’s leader takes to Twitter with baseless claims (or in my opinion, smart strategic distraction tactics) it can be easy to forget … Continue reading →

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Why You Do NOT Want Trump To Get Impeached

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Admin

Last month, the unthinkable happened. A racist, bigoted, egomaniac and autocrat with no experience became the President-Elect. Yes, I’m talking about Donald Trump. Trump is dangerous for America. Not just for the minorities and groups of people he has targeted … Continue reading →