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…

This isn’t political theatre—it’s a financial cliff. For millions of Americans, the fear of losing health-insurance affordability is raw, real, and personal. I’ve listened to hundreds of people navigate the labyrinth of health-care coverage through the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). Their stories matter. The video by Tom Powell Jr. captures exactly what so many families face: what happens when the…

The stars are aligning on CherryCoBiz — and something beautiful is taking shape. Hello, my beautiful CherryCoBiz community — and to anyone new, welcome. 🍒You’ve found your way to a living, breathing space — one built for truth, growth, and grounded curiosity. CherryCoBiz has always been about wellness, awareness, and community, but it’s also about evolution — because we never stop becoming.

House Seven in The Twelve Doors of Life Each astrological house is a doorway — a passage into a different dimension of being.Together, the twelve houses form the architecture of our becoming. After learning the discipline of care in the Sixth Door, we step into the realm of reflection — where the self meets its mirror.The Seventh House is the…

From musical cats to cinematic sketches, this Fab Five lineup is as eclectic as it is electric. One of my favorite things about CherryCoBiz is celebrating creators who bring something inspiring, informative, or downright fascinating to our screens. Every so often, I pull together a “Fab Five”—a mix of YouTubers and channels that deserve a little extra spotlight for what they’re doing.

Daily writing prompt Do lazy days make you feel rested or unproductive? View all responses “You deserve rest.”“Sure, but didn’t you promise to fold the laundry?”“Tomorrow me can handle it.”“Tomorrow you already has ten things on the list.” It’s a full-blown courtroom in my head before noon. One voice argues for self-care; the other objects on the grounds of negligence.

A reflection on Bill Burr, belief, and why certainty isn’t sacred. ⚠️ Content Note: The video shared below contains strong language and direct challenges to religious beliefs. If you're sensitive to either, consider this your invitation to pause. This post isn’t about disrespect — it’s about curiosity, honesty, and asking questions that matter. If that’s outside your comfort zone today, it’s okay to come back later.

Jupiter is the planet of luck, growth, and abundance. Known as the “Great Benefic” in astrology, it expands whatever it touches — opportunities, wisdom, and sometimes even our waistlines if we’re n…

A Civicus x QuietQuest Reflection This reflection lives at the intersection of truth and healing—where Civicus holds power accountable, and QuietQuest holds space for grace. I wasn’t expecting this…

House Eight in The Twelve Doors of Life Each astrological house is a doorway — a passage into a different dimension of being.Together, the twelve houses form the architecture of our becoming. After…

Greetings from CherryCoBiz,your space for mindful living, curiosity, and content that connects. I’m back with another Fab Five—five YouTubers whose content reaches beyond entertainment into somethi…

A Fab Five Spotlight from CherryCoBiz CherryCoBiz has always been my space — my idea, my voice, my legacy. It’s where I pour thought, purpose, and truth into words for anyone who chooses to listen. But every now and then, someone will react without reading, comment without context, or dismiss a message they never even took the time to understand.

Writing Prompt × Civicus × Reverb Welcome, Friends Well, hello CherryCoBiz community — and to those visiting for the first time, welcome. Every so often, a writing prompt lands like a quiet nudge from the universe. Today’s asked: “What have you been putting off doing, and why?” My answer came fast — I’ve been putting off writing this letter. Not because I didn’t know what to say, but because I knew that once I said it, I couldn’t un-say it.

Welcome to my little corner of the web. Whether you’ve visited before or found CherryCoBiz through today’s WordPress prompt—I’m truly glad you’re here. This space is rooted in something simple but powerful: learning, growing, evolving ideas, and building community through shared experience. And while I’m the one behind every post, every picture, and every Cherry Tip you find here, I do all of it with this in mind:

Greetings from CherryCoBiz, I’m back with another spotlight on creators who bring something more to the screen—whether it’s heart, humor, or a fresh perspective. These five creators are carving out…

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: …

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.

When I was a teenager, my dad and I played a quiet game that I’ve never really stopped playing. Whenever he introduced me to someone new, he’d ask, “What sign do you think they are?” At first, it felt like guessing — a fun challenge with no real rules. But over time, I began noticing subtle cues: the warmth of a smile, the tilt of a head, the confidence in a stride, the quiet intensity in someone’s eyes.

Dear Friends, I’ve spent the day making changes across CherryCoBiz—not just cosmetic ones, but deeply intentional shifts. These changes are rooted in something far more significant than aesthetics …

Good afternoon, CherryCoBiz community—and to those who are new, welcome. If you’ve been here for a while, you know I like to weave writing prompts into my reflections. Today’s prompt asks: “What principles define how you live?” For me, that question shows up most clearly in how I approach my health—especially in a world filled with conflicting voices. This post is part of my…

Welcome, friend. I’m glad you found your way here, whether you’re a regular reader or you’ve landed on this post from today’s WordPress writing prompt. Here at CherryCoBiz, I share ideas and storie…

What Brings Me Peace I’ve talked about a lot of politics lately through my Civicus and Reverb pages, but CherryCoBiz has always been about more than politics. At its core, it’s about holistic healt…

House Eleven in The Twelve Doors of Life Each astrological house is a doorway — a passage into a different dimension of being.Together, the twelve houses form the architecture of our becoming. Afte…

Ever read a horoscope and thought, "That's not me at all"? You're not alone. Most of us know our Sun sign, but a one-line blurb in a magazine can't possibly capture the real you. In fact, if it's “right,” consider it pure luck — because you are so much more than a single sign. Here’s the thing: Sun sign…