It turns out I've been asking the wrong questions about the presidential candidates in the 2024 U.S. election. For years I've been judging the general American public who seems to think that the best question is who will be the most fun to watch … [Read more...] about Sit back and Enjoy the Presidential Election Reality TV Show
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breathe, pray, subscribe: how to deal with this week’s news (whatever it is)
I'm guessing that a large percentage of our readers are news junkies who (happily or not) consume tons of content from various sources that they are perfectly capable of picking for themselves, thank you very much. An equally large percentage are … [Read more...] about breathe, pray, subscribe: how to deal with this week’s news (whatever it is)
Hit the road mode–ever wonder why we often cut our trips short?
I do. Have you noticed this phenomenon? Everyone is camping, at a cabin, or visiting someone for a few days. The plan is to drive home, say, late on Monday. Throughout the weekend, people have fun, and there's talk about how they're going to stop at … [Read more...] about Hit the road mode–ever wonder why we often cut our trips short?
Which Presidential Election Movie are you projecting?
Americans love movies, and our favorite genre has to be the one where the good guy beats the bad guy. The problem is that we also project (or are manipulated into projecting) these movies right from our minds onto what we call reality. Right now, the … [Read more...] about Which Presidential Election Movie are you projecting?
My Morning Edition: Improving and Borrowing from the Ancients: The Centers for Spiritual Living Honor All Genders and Turn Friends into Family
On a recent NPR Morning Edition (April 9, 2024), two stories caught my ear as examples of what the "new thought" teaching/philosophy/religion of which I am a member and minister--The Centers for Spiritual Living--has to offer: No person, place, … [Read more...] about My Morning Edition: Improving and Borrowing from the Ancients: The Centers for Spiritual Living Honor All Genders and Turn Friends into Family
5 Snouts Up for “Tennessee Rise” by The Tennessee Freedom Singers
https://youtu.be/eEYb-48SUjM?si=uZcoXT6Fvtp_YFFf After two young Black lawmakers were expelled (and then reinstalled by local voters) by the Tennessee legislature for protesting for gun control, voters all over Tennessee are mobilizing to expand … [Read more...] about 5 Snouts Up for “Tennessee Rise” by The Tennessee Freedom Singers
Why I voted for Marianne Williamson for President on my California/Super Tuesday ballot
Tomorrow is Super Tuesday where several American states, including my own, California, vote. I voted for Marianne Williamson for president because I want to send President Biden and the Democratic party a message: wake up and find a way to win in … [Read more...] about Why I voted for Marianne Williamson for President on my California/Super Tuesday ballot
Bill Magavern’s & My Sacramento & California March Primary 2024 Ballot Recommendations
Years ago, my husband Bill started sharing his ballot recommendations with friends and family. They started sharing it with others. I did the same. At some point, people who know me started wanting the reccos whether they know (California clean air … [Read more...] about Bill Magavern’s & My Sacramento & California March Primary 2024 Ballot Recommendations
On Valentine Expectations…
Several years ago, I told a trusted friend how sad and disappointed I was that a friend hadn't acknowledged my birthday or done anything special for me. That friend asked gently, "Are there any other people that didn't acknowledge your … [Read more...] about On Valentine Expectations…
The many spiritual gifts of the presidential candidates
https://youtu.be/MHGEt6oAjSs?si=cDVKlZtAis2fBvQ8&t=354 You can see what you think, but I may have come a tiny bit unhinged yesterday when I proclaimed "praise Donald Trump" several times. Let me connect the dots a bit more than I did in the … [Read more...] about The many spiritual gifts of the presidential candidates
I Went to Reno to Challenge Marianne Williamson this Week
As a progressive public policy advocate turned new thought minister who focuses more on prayer than picket signs as a way to change the world these days, you might not be surprised that I’m interested in Marianne Williamson’s candidacy for president. … [Read more...] about I Went to Reno to Challenge Marianne Williamson this Week
stay the course part 3 (but pay attention)
this post will be quick. on 6/23/2023 i posted snicholsblog.com/2023/06/stay-the-course about how when i drive by this one interchange that i panic that i won’t be able to get off on my usual 10th street exit. and we all laughed about … [Read more...] about stay the course part 3 (but pay attention)