For centuries, cultures around the world have considered black butterflies as powerful spiritual symbols. Some believe these magnificent insects are messengers tied to transformation, inner rebirth, intuition, and even warnings or omens. Because of their striking black color, these butterflies attract our attention. For some, an encounter with one is a symbol of good luck…
When my father passed away, grief didn’t hit me like a ton of bricks, and it didn’t make me feel like I couldn’t get out of bed. Rather, it took over me quietly. The reading of the will was simple. Nothing out of the ordinary. My half-sister got the house, the savings, the kind of…
Recognizing when a loved one may be nearing the end of life can be emotionally overwhelming. However, understanding the signs your parent may be nearing the end of life allows you to prepare for the inevitable and provide the care and comfort they need during their final days. Here are three key indicators that suggest it may…
When it comes to intimacy and the role it plays in a person’s life, it’s safe to say that it’s the “spiritual super food,” and while some believe that this aspect of life fades away with age, that’s not really the case. In fact, while aging affects our bodies, minds, and even relationships, the desire…
Starting your morning with the right foods can do more than just give you energy. In fact, if you make the right food choice regarding your breakfast preference, it can protect your digestive system, cleanse the gut, and even lower the risk of serious diseases such as colorectal cancer. According to Cancer Research UK, colorectal cancer is cancer that…
Pope Leo was peppered with questions as he moved through the crowd at the Vatican during his first international press conference. He spoke of the importance of free speech and a free press and thanked reporters for covering the papal election. The pontiff also emphasized the significance of “being an informed society in order to…
The Invisible Investment The year I turned twenty-six, I watched the entire architecture of my childhood crumble under the weight of a single sentence. It happened on a Tuesday, amidst the cloying scent of roasted sage and the artificial twinkle of Christmas lights, but the demolition had been scheduled for decades. For the vast majority…
After weeks of excessive search, the body of missing Melodee Buzzard was found on December 6, 2025, in a remote area of Wayne County, Utah. She was only discovered after a man stumbled upon what looked like human remains near State Route 24, according to law enforcement. Melodee’s mother, Ashlee Buzzard, has since been arrested and facing charges…
Soong Mei-ling, also known as Madame Chiang, was a prominent political figure who played an influential role in Chinese politics and foreign relations in the first half of the 20th century. She was the second wife of the Nationalist Chinese president Chiang Kai-shek. However, even before marrying him, she enjoyed a good life since her family was prosperous…
Attraction can sneak up on anyone, even someone who never expected it. Even married women who are committed to their partners and their marriage can sometimes start developing feelings for another person. This doesn’t necessarily mean that those feelings would lead to something more and eventually an infidelity, but the shift inside her can often…