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Happy Women’s Equality Day!

“I raise up my voice — not so I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard … we cannot succeed when half of us are held back.” ~Malala Yousafzai The term “Women’s Equality Day” is a bit unfortunate, since it implies, when out of context, that women only have one … Continue reading →

Happy Anniversary, 19th Amendment

This week in 1920, Congress ratified the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing citizens the right to vote regardless of their gender. It was sent to the states for ratification.   The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any … Continue reading →

The First Feminist in Film?

                “I’ve been in more laps than a napkin.” ~Mae West!         Happy Birthday to a true American original! More of our favorite quotes: “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” “There are no good girls gone wrong – … Continue reading →

Oh, the Humanity

“I am not part of the problem. I am a Republican.” ~Dan Quayle Who was picked by George H.W. Bush to be VP on this day in 1988. More of our favorite Dan Quayle wisdom: “I was recently on a tour of Latin America, and the only regret I have was that I didn’t study … Continue reading →

Happy Birthday, Julia Child

“The only real stumbling block is fear of failure. In cooking you’ve got to have a what-the-hell attitude.” Julia Child August 15, 1912 – August 13, 2004 Some of our other favorite quotes: “Find something you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” *** “The only time to eat diet food is while you’re … Continue reading →

Feed the Pets of the Homeless Week

“National Feed the Pets of the Homeless” week continues though August 14. Here’s a great resource – but don’t forget their owners need help, too. From their website: Feeding Pets of the Homeless believes in the healing power of companion pets and of the human/animal bond which is very important in the lives of many … Continue reading →

“This Isn’t a Joke Anymore”

“Years ago, it meant something to be crazy. Now everyone’s crazy.” ~Charles Manson ***    

Our Favorite Trump Supporter

                                  Thankfully, there is sanity, too: “I’m not going to pay for that fucking wall.” ~Former President of Mexico, Vicente Fox  

The Miseducation of America

“It is very nearly impossible to become an educated person in a country so distrustful of the independent mind.” ~Happy Birthday, James A. Baldwin ***

Chapter and Verse

  “No man ever believes that the Bible means what it says; he is always convinced that it says what he means.” ~George Bernard Shaw, born this day in 1856 Yep.           ****