Note: This article is a collection of observations and will be undergoing editing as new information is learned on the subject. While women often speak of how liberating it is to participate in the workforce, I often question the negatives that have resulted from their participation and think it sparks major issues that need to… Continue reading Issues that need to be addressed as a result of women being in the workforce
When briefing through social media accounts of major American atheist organizations, one may sense that the sole priority of an atheist's life is to obsess over religion. Post after post tends to focus on politicians subscribed to religion (usually Christianity), off the wall religious TV hosts and religious quotes on public property, like benches at… Continue reading Being atheist does not mean I obsess over religion
Many people throughout North American and Europe dream of getting out of the city and living in a rural area that is cut off from society. Sometimes people do reach this dream location, but they often find it's not exactly what they expected. I will share the ups and downs I've experienced while "living out… Continue reading The ups and downs of living out in the sticks
I recently spoke to a middle aged Swedish man who inquired about America's expensive healthcare system. He joked about American patients being thrown out on the streets by US hospitals if they could not pay for healthcare. I smiled courteously and said healthcare can be expensive in the United States, but people receive care quickly,… Continue reading I have more fear of not receiving healthcare in Sweden than in the US
Sweden's "free healthcare" system has many downsides, such as long wait times and poor communication that often make America's healthcare system seem superior (especially pre-Obamacare). I am an American born and raised in Southern California who was diagnosed with epilepsy at 25 years old. At 28 years old I moved to Sweden to live permanently… Continue reading Long wait time and poor communication with Sweden’s healthcare system
One of the most frequently discussed topics I noticed this year in American atheist communities was how atheists should celebrate Christmas. Should atheists say "Merry Christmas" or "Happy Winter Solstice"? Should atheists do anything on Christmas day? This came off as odd to me because, personally speaking as an atheist, I've never really interpreted Christmas… Continue reading Atheists celebrating Christmas in their own special way
Having experienced seizures for years after turning 21 years old, I have found more confidence in myself and learned more about epilepsy after joining epilepsy awareness and support groups on Facebook. I first began having petit mal seizures when I was 21. While brushing my teeth in the morning my arm would suddenly jut out,… Continue reading Finding confidence with epilepsy in Facebook support groups
I have been kicked out of yet another atheist Facebook group by "mightier-than-thou" administrators. Getting kicked out of atheist Facebook groups has become such a common occurrence over the years that it's become a sport for me. The group was called "Atheists Unite" and had over 13,000 members. It is a general atheist group with… Continue reading Being kicked out of Atheist Facebook groups
I recently gave thought to the most successful relationships I've had since my early 20s and realized livestreaming helped me find long term relationships while dating sites led me in circles. I was sparked to think about this after an author who is planning to publish a book with tips for online dating recently contacted… Continue reading Ditch the dating sites for livestreaming for long term relationships
I enjoyed visiting Prague, Czech Republic for the first time in early December 2017 for a surprise vacation birthday trip. While there I visited the Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Museum of Communism, Sedlec Ossuary and attended a ghost tour. Prague is the capital of Czech Republican and is the largest city in the country. It… Continue reading Visiting the mysterious and historic Prague, Czech Republic for the first time
