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Wheels On Down the Road

Off the Beaten Path, Poems

A Ghost in the Wiggles: A Heartfelt Poem of Love and Loss

I don’t often write poems, but some mornings, the words find me. This morning, I sat next to Surley. I was sipping my coffee and preparing to table at the Can Do Canines open house. A familiar ache settled in.… Read more →

03/08/25
Society & Politics

When Budget Cuts Hit Home: How Social Security Reductions Are Impacting Us All

Social Security Is More Than a Government Program Social Security isn’t just a government program; for many, it’s a lifeline. I’ve been receiving Social Security benefits in one form or another since I turned 18. Initially, I relied on Supplemental… Read more →

03/07/25
Off the Beaten Path, Short Stories

A Lifetime of Love

She remembered what she used to be like, and it was nothing like she was now. Lying in her hospice bed, her bones heavy against the thin mattress, she glanced over at Janis. Curled on the couch, soft snores drifted… Read more →

03/05/25
Off the Beaten Path

AI in Content Creation: A Game Changer for Writers

Disclaimer: This blog post was entirely generated by artificial intelligence. It is intended as a satirical piece. It is also an informative piece about AI in content creation. None of the information should be taken seriously. Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing… Read more →

02/28/25
Off the Beaten Path, Short Stories

Kalo’s Ninth Life: A Cat’s Perspective on Dogs and Destiny

Dogs—you can’t live with them, and you can’t live without them. Kalo the cat had been living with Surley for over a year now, ever since the silly human on wheels brought the dog home. From the moment Surley arrived,… Read more →

02/26/25
Disability Rights & Advocacy

Disability Services in Minnesota: A Crisis That Needs Fixing

Minnesota’s disability services face significant challenges, including bureaucratic inefficiencies, workforce shortages, and inadequate funding, leading to long wait times for approved aid. These delays jeopardize the health and independence of disabled individuals. Urgent reforms are necessary to streamline processes, improve… Read more →

02/24/25
Life & Perspective, Society & Politics

LGBTQIA+ Community Under Attack

The first days of any presidency set the tone for the administration’s priorities. For President Donald Trump’s return to office, that tone has been clear—an outright attack on LGBTQIA+ rights. From executive orders restricting gender identity recognition to questionable leadership… Read more →

02/21/25
Disability Rights & Advocacy, Society & Politics

Accessible Air Travel Threatened

Accessible air travel should be a right, not a privilege. However, for wheelchair users, flying can be a nightmare due to frequent mishandling of mobility devices. Every trip comes with an underlying fear: Will my wheelchair make it in one… Read more →

02/20/25
Society & Politics

Republican Accountability: Lost in the Trump Era

The Transformation of the Republican Party Under Trump The Republican Party has undergone a dramatic transformation under President Donald Trump’s leadership. The GOP once championed conservative values such as limited government, fiscal responsibility, and national security. Now, it is defined… Read more →

02/19/25
Off the Beaten Path, Short Stories

Oasis: A Journey Through the Wasteland

Walking through the desert, a lone traveler comes upon a tall mountain next to a deep hole. This is not like any desert you might have seen, dear reader. No, this desert stretches to the horizon and beyond. There is… Read more →

02/18/25

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