One of the pluses of being old is that I’ve lived much of my life without the internet.  That means I don’t fear having my youthful opinions thrown in my face years later.  For that reason, I pity  J. D. Vance, Donald Trump’s running mate in the 2024 Presidential election. Th

I am one of J. D. Vance’s “cat ladies.” Being childless, I have explored the universe without the need to pack a breast pump. That may be selfish of me, but I am unashamed. After all, I contributed to the well-being of the young as a teacher for many years.  Sadly, I won’t li

Felled by ageism, Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 campaign for U. S. President, and the country lost one of its greatest leaders. A gracious man, he put the nation above his ambition and ended Democratic anxiety about his ability to defeat Donald Trump.  On the upside, his decision