Born a 10th generation Oregonian, (5 generations on each side) I have an enthusiasm for learning and teaching new things. After a ten year mini career in the dental field I moved on to research and embraced the social web. Though the internet is far too large for any one person to claim to be an expert, I can hold my own with the latest trends.
I enjoy researching and writing blogs. As the "Internet Program Director" for myMotherLode.com since 2008, I update the website and have a wide variety of interests. There is always something entertaining, educational or inspirational to share.
According to recent research, while as many as 45 percent of Americans say they usually make New Year’s resolutions, only 8 percent are successful in keeping them. But, this rather poor record probably won’t stop people from making resolutions, a practice dating back some 4000 years to the ancient Babylonians.
Say what you will about the Trump Presidency, but during the time period of 2016 through 2019, huge gains were made among minorities. The net worth among blacks increased by 32.1% and by 63.6% for Hispanics compared to whites at 4%. A big reason for these historic gains was growth in businesses owned by blacks and Hispanics, up 13% and 63% respectively. That is until the government shutdowns. Again and again.
According to Comedian George Jessel, “The human brain is a wonderful thing. It starts working the moment you are born, and never stops until you stand up to speak in public.”
According to New York state’s contact tracing data, restaurants and bars account for only 1.4% of the virus spread while household gatherings make up nearly 74%. Those same numbers, plus or minus, probably apply to the other states as well, including California. So why the draconian shutdown of restaurants and other small businesses? And to what end other than the destruction of the state’s economy?
