We get caught up in the world around us most of the time and forget to remember that we are all human. For most of us, it feels like we are on the go 24/7. Due to that fact, when things don’t go the way we planned, we blow up on the nearest person. We […]
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The rumor mill is turning again about states seceding from the United States. This seems to be a reoccurring trend whenever we get a new president. Back when President Obama took office it seemed like Texas and a few southern states wanted to secede. Now, with President Trump in Office another state wants to secede, […]
Do You Have the Right to Spy on Your Kids? Some parents believe they have the absolute right to go through their children’s belongings, check social media accounts, etc. Other parents say we shouldn’t invade our children’s privacy, but should trust them unless they give us a reason not to. At the center of this […]
How to help your kids feel safe when their world feels out of control Like mass shootings in general, school shootings have gone from being a rare tragedy to a tragic reality. Already in 2018, there have been at least 17 instances of gun violence in U.S. schools, including the shooting Wednesday at a high […]
DUI Marijuana in California | What Happens If I’m Charged with a Marijuana DUI? The often tragic consequences and harsh legal penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol are well publicized. What many people don’t realize is that it is also illegal and punishable in all 50 states to drive under the influence of […]
We’re fortunate to be living here in California. Every day is like a vacation, unless you hustle. Working, going to school, paying bills, and still managing to hang out with your loved ones is a giant balancing act. It can be overwhelming at times and you may feel like you need to get away. Even […]
We see the slogans all around when we drive down the road. These slogan say things like, “don’t drink and drive”, “drive sober or get pulled over”, and “buzzed driving is drunk driving”. Slogans may seem pointless and repetitive, but there is reason why they are so redundant. In 2017 in California, around the holidays, […]
Siblings are the best friends that can’t ignore you. They’re the only other person in the world that has the same kind of experiences growing up as you. They keep you humble, and pull pranks on you. Sisters and brothers keep our heads attached sometimes. Growing up is difficult, and having siblings helps, especially growing […]
Working in a restaurant is a rite of passage for some, and for others it’s a career. Being a server in California is not a bad occupation, if you can handle crazy customers, bad jokes, and working with other people. California is one of the few states that actually pays servers the full minimum wage. […]
There are several holidays that are prime BBQ days with the family. These holidays are typically in the summertime and give us a good excuse to eat delicious food. If we’re being honest, most of these holidays we know are important, but we’re not always clear on the meaning behind them. Plus we may even […]