Marlene Dotterer's Blog, page 11

Countries Spending the Most on Health Care

Here’s a report from our very own Wall Street, that once again proves America’s health care system is outrageously broken. The ACA has helped, but it’s hopelessly convoluted (because of the Republicans), so it can’t really solve the problem.WHY do we insist on continuing the same expensive, destructive path? Single payer is the ONLY system that will truly lower costs and make us healthier in the long run.

It’s been said before and this report repeats it: we spend more than any country in the...

What to Do in an Active Shooter Situation

Here is good information for Americans. It’s sad we need this, but we need to know how to take care of ourselves. You’ll see the name of this blog “The Art of Manliness.” Guess what? This is something we ALL need to know. Even an old woman like me can jump on a shooter’s back and bite his ear off. Be sure to read the article so you understand when you’d try something like that. Hint:it’s not the first thing you do.

http://www.artofmanliness.com/2015/11/30/what-to-do-in-an-active-shooter-situa...

[Starstuff, Contemplating] “Winter Solstice: Axial Tilt is the Reason for the Season” by Heather (& Jon) Cleland-Host | Humanistic Paganism

I love the ideas in this article!

Source: [Starstuff, Contemplating] “Winter Solstice: Axial Tilt is the Reason for the Season” by Heather (& Jon) Cleland-Host | Humanistic Paganism

It’s Time For Business to Speak Up to Eliminate Violence Against Women | Richard Branson

Like all rights abuses, acts of violence against women anywhere compromise the dignity of people everywhere. No country, culture, race or socio-economic class is immune. It’s time to break our silence, to take action and renounce all forms of violence and discrimination.

Source: It’s Time For Business to Speak Up to Eliminate Violence Against Women|Richard Branson

To Anyone and Everyone Who Just Left the Morman Church…

I’ve never been Mormon, but I have been in a tightly controlled Christian fundamentalist group. I left in 1985, a couple of months before my 30th birthday. So I know how big a step you’ve taken this weekend. I am excited so many of you have made the choice to turn away from the threats of bigoted religion and control, and I’m happy that you’ve got the company of so many others making the same choice.

But you all have lives to get back to, and a lot of you may not have the benefit of continued...

MO Republicans Demand College Student Destroy Her Abortion Research Or They’ll Defund University «

Republicans try making it illegal for graduate student to study the consequences of banning abortion.

Source: MO Republicans Demand College Student Destroy Her Abortion Research Or They’ll Defund University «

One Pagan is Putting His Money Where His Drinking Water Comes From | Humanistic Paganism

Source: One Pagan is Putting His Money Where His Drinking Water Comes From | Humanistic Paganism

Late Bloomers and the Big Picture

Why Are Some People Late Bloomers?Great two-part article over athttp://www.laterbloomer.com/.

If you’re a late bloomer like I am, you’ll find yourself nodding in recognition of your thought patterns and behavior. “Yes, that’s what I do!” Which is always fun.

If you are not a late bloomer, but have to live/work/play with someone who is, this may bring you comfort. It’s not easy being around someone who “never gets anything done before rushing off to another topic/endeavor/hobby/whatever.” Leav...

Doctors Urge Patience, And Longer Labor, To Reduce C-Sections : Shots – Health News : NPR

For many women, a safe, healthy labor lasts longer than the times cited as normal, according to guidelines from the nation’s obstetricians. Giving women more time ups the odds of a vaginal delivery.

Source: Doctors Urge Patience, And Longer Labor, To Reduce C-Sections : Shots – Health News : NPR

In Our Garden: Ceanothus, Dark Star and Centennial

We have two varieties ofCeanothus.Centennial is a plant we’ve had in the yard for years and are one of the few plants we left in when we started the landscaping. Now we have ten more. It’s a low-growing (less than 2 ft) spreading plant with dark green leaves and purple flowers.

Dark Star will get 4-8 feet tall and is a tougher, more spindly plant. It also has gorgeous purple flowers. Both plants are used by birds, bees, and butterflies.

Ceanothus Centennial Ceanothus Dark Star