Julie explores life with curiosity, creativity, and connection. I share observations with humor, offering perspective on the world and how it shapes us—lightening life’s complexities along the way.
Reporting from the Epicenter of American Absurdity Well folks, I never thought I’d live to see the day—but here we are. In front of the White House, an angry, unblinking battalion of dolls has gathered, their plastic scowls pointed straight at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Their tiny fists are
Dear Friends, Tuesday night, as I nestled into my cozy chair, wrapped in a blanket and absorbed in the predictable, soothing arcs of a Netflix series, my husband was pacing, sweating, and muttering words no yoga instructor would endorse. The Pacers were playing the Cavaliers in Game 2 of the
Ah, Congress — the only workplace where you can cherry-pick your tasks, dodge your boss (that’s us, by the way), and still collect a fat paycheck with benefits we can only dream of. My dear congressional rep, bless his MAGA heart, seems to think his job description reads: “Represent only
Dear Esteemed Reader, I trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits, or at the very least, not in the clutches of a malady that compels you to seek solace in the reading of my humble musings. Today, I wish to draw your attention to a matter
Dear Esteemed Reader, I trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits, or at the very least, not in the clutches of a malady that compels you to seek solace in the reading of my humble musings. Today, I wish to draw your attention to a matter
Ah, the garage. That magical, cavernous space attached to our homes, ostensibly designed for cars, tools, and the occasional bag of potting soil — but which, in reality, serves as the final resting place for broken lamps, old sports gear, animal cages and the mysterious box simply labeled “cords.” Let’s
We’ve all seen it: the moment you bring up Trump’s actions — whether it’s the reckless spending, the authoritarian rhetoric, the assaults on democratic norms, or the endless stream of lies — the obvious Trump voter in the room gets a glazed look and pulls out their favorite escape
I’ve been going to the Indy 500 since I was two years old — a toddler with sunscreen-slathered cheeks and a checkered flag in hand, watching in wide-eyed wonder as the thunder of engines shook the ground and the smell of rubber and gasoline filled the air. For decades, the
The Push for a Constitutional Convention: Who, Why, and What They Intend to Do. What Is a Constitutional Convention? * Article V of the U.S. Constitution provides two methods for proposing amendments: * Congressional Proposal: 2/3 of both the House and Senate vote to propose an amendment. * Convention of States:
Oh good, it’s be “sick season“ again — and you know what that means: A fresh tidal wave of unsolicited medical advice from the people who mean well but didn’t listen the last time. Bone broth. NO, thank you! I have heard of bone broth. I have been informed
Pete Hegseth Declares War on Women—By Accidentally Firing at His Own Troops Oh Pete. Sweet, overconfident Pete. Once again, Fox News’ finest bearded blunderbuss has stepped in it with both boots and a mouth full of “I didn’t check.” In a dazzling display of self-ownage, Hegseth proudly took
Well, here we are, folks: 100 days into Trump’s second coming, and what a time to be alive — if by “alive,” you mean anesthetized by rage, grief, or disbelief. The self-proclaimed “savior of America” promised us fireworks. He delivered alright — except the fireworks are metaphorical dumpster fires blazing coast