In astrology, the Descendant sits directly opposite the Ascendant, forming the western horizon of the birth chart.If the Ascendant is sunrise — the moment your individuality comes alive — then the Descendant is sunset, where the self meets the other. It marks the cusp of the 7th House, the realm of partnerships, marriage, collaboration, and the delicate balance between independence and connection.

Why Stability Was the Key to My Deepest Personal Shifts Hello, CherryCoBiz community — and a warm welcome to anyone new. We’re planting roots: our family is buying a home here in Springfield. A few months ago, I wrote about almost leaving in a post called “Dreaming of Where I Belong.” But when I weighed everything — my youngest son’s momentum in high school, our health, our finances, our peace — stillness weighed more than motion.

Civicus – A Space for Awareness and Understanding Since I started writing about politics, health, and the world we live in, people have decided who I am—usually without reading past the headline. Most of them never even read past the headline. I’ve been labeled a Democrat, a liberal, a socialist — even an enemy to “their” version of America. The truth is simpler and more complicated at the same time: …

A Civicus × Reverb Reflection What is wrong with you? No, seriously — what is wrong with you? This letter exists because you just celebrated deportation with a meme and a pop hook, while families in this country are fighting to keep food on the table and health care within reach. That contrast isn’t politics. It’s moral failure. You’ve been nicknamed…

Daily writing prompt What's the first impression you want to give people? View all responses I’m a mixed bag of tricks, and people should never assume to know me. I’m likely one of the nicest people you could ever hope to meet—but like anyone, I have layered complexities that might make someone think otherwise at times. Just last week, I stopped at a convenience store to grab a lovely chai tea.

Reflections on Awareness, Accountability, and the American Mind For years, I mistook success for intelligence—believing anyone doing better must know more. That illusion, more than any other, helped many of us fall for Donald Trump. The TV show, the gold letters, the illusion of power—it all sold competence. But wealth has never equaled wisdom. The illusion wasn’t Trump himself; it was the belief that his privilege and bravado made him capable.

Good afternoon, Friends! Today’s WordPress writing prompt asks, “What’s the coolest thing you’ve ever found (and kept)?” And I knew exactly what came to mind—a memory that reminds me how joy, value, and longevity can all come wrapped up in something wonderfully simple. Almost eighteen years ago, my friend and I were out garage sale hopping on one of those bright, breezy days that make you feel like the world is full of possibility.

Part Six of The Faces of the Zodiac Series 🌍 The Weight of Presence Earth energy is the hum beneath all motion — the steady heartbeat of existence. While Fire rushes ahead and Air dances freely, Earth listens, measures, and builds. It’s the element that reminds us that energy without structure burns out, and dreams without grounding drift away. People often call Earth signs “practical,” but that word misses the poetry.

Part Five of The Faces of the Zodiac Series 🌞 The Element That Refuses to Sit Still Fire sees the world differently — and the world sees Fire signs differently, too. They’re magnetic, fast, and fierce — the ones who make motion look like purpose. Fire doesn’t wait for an invitation; it creates the moment. These are not the people sitting in the corner waiting to be asked to dance — they’re already halfway across the floor, or they’re the one extending the hand.

Lately, I’ve been seeing and hearing a lot of confusion about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the cost of healthcare. Some people think the only reason insurance prices are “low” right now is because of COVID-19 — but that’s not quite true. The pandemic certainly changed many things, but it isn’t what’s keeping ACA coverage affordable today. It’s more accurate to credit enhanced subsidies enacted through the…

Some YouTube channels are for escape. Others are for engagement. EWU Bodycam, a self-proclaimed news agency with over 2.6 million subscribers and nearly a billion views, forces you to engage with reality. Dedicated to factual storytelling, EWU Bodycam delivers real police bodycam footage with thoughtful narration and context. The goal? To educate the public, foster transparency, and offer viewers an unfiltered view of the human decisions that shape justice, tragedy, and redemption.

A Reverb reflection on misinformation, identity politics, and why critical thinking still matters.* I just watched a video by The Joy Report that made my jaw drop—not because the information was new, but because it proved, again, how political wordplay breaks our ability to think clearly. The video showed voters furious about losing the Affordable Care Act while declaring they “don’t have Obamacare.” …

Daily writing prompt Is there an age or year of your life you would re-live? View all responses Hello, CherryCoBiz community — and a warm welcome to anyone finding this space for the first time. The writing prompt that inspired today’s reflection is simple:“Is there an age or year of your life you would re-live?” My answer? Absolutely not —

Part Four of The Faces of the Zodiac Series 🔥 The Language of Nature If the Big Three reveal who we are, the Elements show us how we move through life itself. They are the primal colors of energy — the raw hues from which every personality, expression, and presence is mixed. Fire, Earth, Air, and Water. Every person you meet radiates a unique blend of these four — in the way they walk into a room, pause between sentences, gesture with their hands, or simply hold space.

Part Three of The Faces of the Zodiac Series 🪞 The Three Reflections Within I have always found it fascinating — and sometimes frustrating — how easily others can misread the energy I broadcast. I’ve been told my intense focus can come across as detachment or even disinterest — when in truth, my mind is humming with enthusiasm. On the surface, I might appear cool and capable, but internally, I can be swirling in an emotional storm of instinct and memory.

When Language Becomes a Weapon in American Policy When Stephen Miller appeared on Fox News asserting that ICE officers have “federal immunity in the conduct of duties” and warning that governors who obstruct them could face criminal charges, it wasn’t just a performance—it was a proclamation. This kind of statement is the ideological echo of Project 2025, a blueprint designed to consolidate executive power, dismantle federal oversight, and weaponize institutions that once served the public good.

Part Two of The Faces of the Zodiac Series If I had to give this practice a name beyond astrology, I’d call it the art of intuition. Because that’s truly what it is — a blend of awareness, ancient knowledge, and the subtle language of energy. If you have a good fundamental understanding of astrology, you can start practicing what I call…

Discontinued Products — and Why Avon Still Has My Heart What’s something everyone should know?That your favorite product will eventually be discontinued — usually right after you realize you can’t live without it. If you’ve ever loved something so much you stocked up, only to find it gone forever the next time you looked, welcome to the club. It’s a global epidemic I like to call…