“Happiness held is the seed; Happiness shared is the flower.” — John Harrigan When my close friend invited me to her daughter’s bridal shower, I realized I hadn’t been to an event like this — mostly with people I had never met — in more than two and a half years. The last party I … Continue reading Coming Together to Spread Happiness
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Know the Signs to Help End School Shootings
According to Education Week, as reported by NPR, there have been 27 school shootings with injuries or deaths so far this year and 34 in 2021. After the tragic mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, many of us find ourselves, once again, asking how can these horrendous acts can be prevented. In “Know The Signs: You … Continue reading Know the Signs to Help End School Shootings
The Real Impact Of Elon Musk Buying Twitter
Since Elon Musk announced he was interested in buying Twitter — one of the most popular social media platforms in the United States, with approximately 400 million users — it’s been more than a trending topic. The potential buyout and changes that may come with it have been leading news stories and fierce debates on … Continue reading The Real Impact Of Elon Musk Buying Twitter
Oscars 2022: Jokes, Jabs, and Other Lessons
The 2022 Oscars will forever be remembered as the night that Will Smith slapped Chris Rock, and Smith was allowed to remain at the event, receive an award, deliver his acceptance speech, and attend after-parties. I’m sometimes baffled about the topics people expect me to weigh in on, especially when they don’t involve cyberbullying, cyberstalking, … Continue reading Oscars 2022: Jokes, Jabs, and Other Lessons
Internet Safety for Kids
Thank you to Consumer Notice for reaching out to share the valuable information in Internet Safety for Kids. The following post is a compilation of excerpts from their comprehensive guide. Threats to children’s internet safety include invasions of privacy, cyberbullying, sexting and harassment. Options to protect your children include parental controls, apps and tracking software. … Continue reading Internet Safety for Kids
Challenges With a Side of Bliss
January 2022 did not play out as planned, but it still had some amazing moments. Instead of telling you about what could have been better, I'm sharing some of my favorite moments in pictures. Special thanks to my partner in nature and personal photographer, Sophia, who makes life fun on and off the trails! Cheers … Continue reading Challenges With a Side of Bliss
Sound the Alarm to Save Lives
On Sunday, December 19, 2021, thanks to the initiative of New York State Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and the American Red Cross New York, I had the privilege to participate in an extraordinary opportunity to help save lives. Sound the Alarm aims to reduce home fires by installing free smoke alarms and sharing critical home safety … Continue reading Sound the Alarm to Save Lives
Have a Happier Holiday Season
Being happy during the holidays isn’t easy or natural for everyone. For some, this time of year is quite stressful and met with dread. If holiday season stress is bringing you down or even turning you into a curmudgeon, then consider taking a small step or two to make it a happier and less stressful … Continue reading Have a Happier Holiday Season
V.S. Resident Helps Shape Cyberbullying Law
By Juan Lasso, LI Herald State legislation to fight cyberbullying, signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul last month, had a leading advocate from Valley Stream. Lisa-Michelle Kucharz, 51, a communications professor at Long Island University in Riverhead, took up the cause in the hope of sparing others from the traumatic ordeal that she faced as a … Continue reading V.S. Resident Helps Shape Cyberbullying Law
Legislation Signed By Governor!
On October 20, 2021, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation focusing on online safety, including S623/A2206 to create a task force to explore cyberbullying and S2956A/A324 to include the production or dissemination of intimate images in the definition of coercion. After four years of cyberbullying prevention advocacy, while working with elected officials and … Continue reading Legislation Signed By Governor!