by Susan Matley | Dec 6, 2024 | Official Blog
In keeping with last week’s decision to not let the B-words get me down (at least in terms of blog topics), this week is about a holiday tradition of my own invention. Starting in December 2019, I celebrate the first 24 days of the month playing Advent Bowl. ...
by Susan Matley | Nov 29, 2024 | Official Blog
There’s something I need to say. While I remain dedicated to resisting the above-the-law culture of the incoming administration, and fight it in ways large and small every day, I also believe it’s important to not let the B-words get me down. So this week we’ll be...
by Susan Matley | Nov 22, 2024 | Official Blog
I won’t hide it from you, readers: since Election Day, fighting the seemingly relentless flow of bad news and poor judgment from the incoming administration is a challenge. I’m relieved that the first Attorney General nominee, who I consider inappropriate for...
by Susan Matley | Nov 15, 2024 | Official Blog
The 2024 presidential election. Once again, America decided to throw itself under the bus. I have no rational explanation for this self-destructive behavior, but the event has started me thinking: What should We The People require presidential candidates to prove...
by Susan Matley | Nov 8, 2024 | Official Blog
Wow, it’s been quite a week. Turning 65, celebrated with a fasting blood draw. Weekend fun collecting a 24-hour urine sample. And then, the 2024 Election. With my age, wisdom and life experience, what other conclusion can I draw but this: It is time for a matriarchy!...
by Susan Matley | Nov 1, 2024 | Official Blog
Something’s happening today, something that could make me feel ancient and monolithic. But that’s not going to happen! I’ve found the cure for feeling old and rooted by going to see something older and more rooted than myself. I’m talking about the Grand Coulee Dam....