In May 2016, the United States Supreme Court refused to hear a challenge to a Seattle, Washington, law which requires employers to phase in a $15 minimum wage. Seattle’s Minimum Wage Ordinance went into effect on April 1, 2015. The Minimum Wage Ordinance sets wages for the City of Seattle and will gradually increase to […]

We’ve all heard of breaking up to make up, but what happens when the relationship is just not progressing? Seventy percent of people who have been in a relationship that went nowhere say that they wish they had ended it sooner. That’s an alarming number when you think about it. There are many reasons people […]

By Jade Seashell (contributor), author of ‘A Seductress’ Confession: How to leverage beauty and savor tantalizing pleasure’ Ten years ago, many people would be embarrassed if others knew they used online dating sites. But today, more and more people are using online dating websites and apps every single day, which means online dating has become […]

Suffer Little Children “Suffer little children…” It’s right there on page 23 in the New Testament portion of the black, leather-bound Bible I’ve had since I was 14, still little more than a child myself in more ways than I cared to admit. “Suffer little children,” that’s what Jesus said, but this isn’t how he […]

Sleep is a condition where an individual’s consciousness temporarily ceases. It is where the fatigue you have gone through the day will shift into tranquility. It is where you may feel temporary relief or momentary peace.  The presence of a snore however, will change the true essence of sleep – to cater rest. It is […]

Holidays are a time for celebrations, families and making memories. It is also a time when most couples get engaged! The moment you say “I Do”, begins the whirlwind of planning for one of the biggest events in your life. From the venue to the gown, you plan every detail to be picture-perfect – so […]

The long and contentious 2016 US presidential election cycle reached its apex and conclusion on November 9. No sooner had Hillary Clinton’s concession speech been delivered to President-elect Donald Trump, then the pundits began their spins. Republicans pointed to an enthusiastic supporter base and tough straight talk as their reason for clinching the win. On the […]

Have we gone too far with freedom? I ask this question from an individual’s perspective. Yes, our national anthem declares that we live in the land of the free and the home of the brave but has that taken on a different meaning than it was intended to have? The land of the free was […]

Spring has sprung, which means warmer weather and swapping sweaters and boots for shorts and sandals! While you scrub your homes from ceiling to baseboards and let in the fresh air, include your makeup bag in your spring-cleaning routine. Just as food and medicines expire, beauty products expire and you should change frequently to prevent […]

1 John 3:1 “Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God.” The very first Father’s Day celebration was observed on June 19, 1910, but it was not as popular as the Mother’s Day celebration. However, gradually the celebration became more popular. In 1916, […]

When my daughter was young, she loved to draw and create colorful images on paper. It was a regular occurrence for me to come home to a beautifully drawn picture that she pulled from her imagination and placed on paper. Some would have cute sayings, some, were scenic depictions, while others were just lines of […]

(Family Features) In the world of design, what’s old inevitably becomes new again, and a similar pattern is inspiring today’s on-trend color palettes for home decor. The latest styles reflect reviving and comforting colors influenced by heritage and romance, lending to a look that is familiar in an individualistic way. With more people living their […]

By Rob Jefchak Sometimes, having the right director attached to your film can make/break one’s expectations of the quality of the picture. Directors all have distinguishable styles and reputations that dictate what people are going to expect. Takara Waititi (director of the phenomenally hilarious “What we do in the shadows”) doesn’t have many films under […]

Have you ever wondered how some people are able to easily manifest their desires and others, not so much? You may be surprised to know, the power lies within you. It’s right there in your mind and has been, all of your life. It’s just waiting for you to tap into it. There is a […]