I had no idea that one choice would permanently change my life, even if it meant losing my marriage, when I first entered that animal shelter. After years of silent despair, I had come to find comfort from the profound loneliness that had seeped into every part of my life. Greg, my husband, and I had been quietly enduring the heartbreak of not being able to have children for years. After more than ten years of being united by love and common goals, every medical examination and private discussion revealed the unavoidable reality: our family was lacking the warmth and…
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Sen. Chuck Schumer’s 2020 threats against two Supreme Court Justices are reportedly being investigated by the new Trump Administration, which is big news for MAGA voters hoping to see genuine effort from the administration to shift the battle to the left and begin punishing it for the terrible actions of the last four years. The episode in question occurred in March 2020 when Senator Schumer appeared to threaten two Supreme Court justices, Brett Kavanaugh and Neil Gorsuch in particular, by saying that they would overturn Roe v. Wade while speaking on the steps of the US Supreme Court. He warned…
When our school started C.H.A.M.P.S., I didn’t think much of it. Another assembly when someone lectures for an hour on choices and consequences. Everyone has heard it. But then Deputy Harris arrived. He was unexpected. He wasn’t rigid or uninteresting. He read without a script. He treated us like genuine individuals with real difficulties. Maybe he knew some of us were headed home to mayhem we’d never confess. He shared tales every Thursday. Real things, not terrifying “this could be you” crap. About his brother’s involvement. He nearly quit the academy. He nearly didn’t leave his area either. After the…
I told me we could go on. People fail, right? Everyone repeated that. “If he’s sorry and you still love him, maybe it’s worth another shot.” I reclaimed him. We did therapy, date evenings, and silly YouTube trust exercises. I briefly thought we were doing well. The barbecue followed. I hadn’t met most of his relatives until his cousin’s birthday. I was awkwardly attempting to recall names and smiling when someone inquired, “So how long have you two been back together?” But as she entered, everything stopped. The name is Estelle. Dimples to drown in, tall, curling red hair. She…
Speaking in a major announcement, Karoline Leavitt gave American workers, seniors, and the middle-class great news as she released details on President Donald Trump’s ambitious tax cut priorities, promising the most extensive middle-class tax relief package in U.S. history, bringing the promises that President Trump made during his campaign to reality. Her comments on the matter came when speaking to reporters outside the White House on February 6, Leavitt emphasized that President Trump is fully committed to working alongside congressional Republicans to deliver substantial tax cuts. Priorities include eliminating taxes on tips, seniors’ Social Security benefits, and overtime pay, which…
The Concert for Carolina, organized by Luke Combs and Eric Church, raised money for Hurricane Helene victims on October 26. With James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Bailey Zimmerman, and others on the bill, fans expected a night of incredible performances and surprises. Nicole Kidman and Eric Church led the audience in an impromptu “Happy Birthday” for Keith Urban, which surprised everyone. Kidman graced the stage with her husband, Keith Urban, a headlining performer at the sold-out event. Kidman said she and Urban were pleased to be in Charlotte, North Carolina, for the event, which Eric Church called Keith about. She also…
Anton always considered himself his own boss. Anton was occupied with business while others studied textbooks. Sometimes he sold automobiles, sometimes he ordered computers. This is when he met Albina. She studied a foreign language as a lowly honor student. They fell in love. Then they married. Dimka, their firstborn, arrived soon. Albina really embraced parenting. A daughter, Lenochka, came two years later. Caregiving for two kids consumed her time and energy. Albina desired a babysitter. Anton declined. Mothers should care for children. Anton mentioned his company development was his priority. He bought himself a huge TV, automobile, or went…
I assumed Derek was kidding when he suggested it. Living apart for 30 days? Someone does that? But he presented it sincerely and passionately like a huge romantic endeavor. “A reset,” he said. “Time to miss each other, fall in love.” First, I resisted. I felt we were okay—not perfect, but not broken. But he persisted. FaceTime, check in, we’ll chat daily. Lisa, this isn’t a split. A tune-up.” So I gave in. I found a short-term apartment a few streets away, packed a suitcase, and kissed him farewell like we were in a rom-com instead of ending a five-year…
I thought I’d never be her. She silently zips up, checks the corridor for footsteps, and goes without noticing. I was this morning. TWO suitcases. One black bag. I took nothing else. I left no note. No text. I stood in the hallway gazing at those two strange watermelon-looking paintings we fought over when we moved here. He called them “quirky.” I called them biology textbook-like. We laughed. We still laughed at the same stuff then. In reality, I nearly quit. My shaky hand was on the silver bag zipper. My stomach twisted. Not because I was afraid of what…
