Attorney Brad Edwards & His Take Down of Jeffrey Epstein

It’s been 4 years since I spoke with attorney Bradley J. Edwards, who has represented approximately 70 of Epstein’s victims, about his 10 year pursuit of Jeffrey Epstein as detailed in his book, Relentless Pursuit: My Fight For the Victims of Jeffrey Epstein.

It’s been 5 years since Epstein’s death in that jail cell while awaiting trial for sexually abusing dozens of underage girls; for rape and molestation of minors,  preying on girls that had difficult home lives, promising education, modeling and work opportunities. Epstein groomed these girls and trafficked them.

Will the many influential and powerful individuals that have been identified as frequent visitors to Epsteins private island, “Little St. James”,  ever be held accountable or brought to justice? Or does the power, corruption and our own government agencies continue to protect them as they protected Jeffrey Epstein and his associates for all those years.

 

National Human Trafficking Hotline:   1-888-373-7888    |   Text*  233733

National Sexual Assault Hotline:   800-656-4673

 

 

 

Dr. Michelle K. Jackson, ND | Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Thyroid & Adrenal Disorders

Dr. Michelle K. Jackson is a licensed Naturopathic Physician who lives and has practiced in beautiful Central Oregon since 2001.  Specializing in male and female hormone imbalances, thyroid and adrenal issues, food sensitivities and neurotransmitter disorders, Dr. Jackson aims to treat the cause of an illness, not just the symptoms; promoting health and wellness for all ages.

If you’re experiencing any of the following…

Fatigue  | Weight Gain | Depression | Anxiety | Insomnia | Hot Flashes

I would encourage you to attend one for Dr. Jacksons free lectures taking place in January, or even better, contact her office and schedule a consultation.

http://www.drjacksonnd.com

Lecture Schedule: 

Saturday, January 20th, 10:30am – Bioidentical Hormone Replacement  Beneficial for perimenopause and menopausal women, and anyone who is interested in learning about the role of hormones in the body and their effect on health and wellness.

Thursday, January 25th, 6:30pm – Adrenal and Thyroid Disorders  Discussing the role of these 2 important glands in the body, common symptoms and treatments associated with these disorders. 

** Both lectures being held at inMotion Training Studio

Full disclosure, Dr. Jackson has been my physician since 2003, below is my testimonial…

“I hate to think where my health would be today if I didn’t have Dr. Michelle K. Jackson, ND, as my physician.  Dr. Jackson has successfully treated all of my stubborn health issues; hormones, thyroid, adrenals, EBV, (just to name a few!) always providing hope and encouragement along the way. Dr. Jackson is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, professional, caring and compasstionate. She treats all of you – mind, body and spirit.  I am so grateful to Dr. Jackson, I highly recommend Dr. Michelle Jackson, she is truly the best!” 

 

 

Prioritize You: Adding Yourself to Your Holiday List

Whelp. The holidays are here. 

And as with all holidays, but especially at Christmas time, there’s the emotions, the feelings and the stress. Holidays have a way of putting a spotlight on those  ‘life’ things; work, finances, family stress, maybe this is the first holiday without a loved one due to their passing, maybe you’re struggling with your own health issue which can create an additional financial burden.

Do you allow yourself time to feel your emotions, all the good, all the bad?  How often do you check in with yourself? 

How do we not lose ourselves while we’re rushing to meet the demands and expectations during the holidays?

Live To 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones

Yes, people really do live to 100. 

The habits, diets and lifestyles of the centenarians featured in “Live To 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” streaming on Netflix, are very similar.  If you could live to 100, what would you want that to look like; would you be as active and sharp minded as you are today? 

I encourage you to check out Blue Zones

It will be time well spent.

Heidi Grant-Starr | SOCIETY WEST INTERIOR DESIGN

If a remodel or renovation is in your future, Heidi Grant-Starr, Designer/Owner at Society West Interior Design is here to provide professional, expert guidance on all things design.  

Interior design is worth the invesment at any budget; increasing your home’s value to its maximum. A true win/win. 

We turned to Heidi last  year when we decided it was time to bring our home into the current century. Buh-bye 1989!

Heidi brought our vision to life – the end result was what I had hoped for yet SO much more!  

Is hiring a designer worth it?  YES!!! 

Society West Interior Design

 

 

 

 

Jack Kavanagh | ALWAYS IRELAND

Justin “Jack” Kavanagh,  leader of the National Geographic Expeditions’ Ireland: Tales and Treasures of the Emerald Isle tour,  is here to share the delights of his native land in ALWAYS IRELAND, an alluring travel guide from Nat Geo.  In covering every county of the Emerald Isle, the guide offers the ultimate insider’s tour of Ireland’s most iconic places, from the literary pubs of Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher. 

I can’t wait to visit this beautiful Emerald Isle – I just want to get lost in the landscape of the countryside!  Go raibh maith agat, Jack! 

 

 

 

 

Bill “Rip City” Schonely | 1929 – 2023

Bill Schonely, the legendary Portland Trail Blazers original broadcaster who coined the iconic phrase “Rip City”,  passed away on January 21st, 2023.  He was 93.  

In 2014, I had the pleasure of meeting Bill Schonely and his lovely wife, Dottie, at a broadcasting event here in Central Oregon.  Bill was wearing that 1977 NBA Championship ring and he even allowed me try it on. (..it’s heavy!)  

It was after our initial meeting, that Mr. Schonely granted me a one-on-one interview of which I am forever grateful. 

 

 

Ann Lightfoot & Kate Pawlowski Professional Organizers Who Do More Than Declutter.

I don’t know about you, but after the holidays I find myself doing the ‘clutter detox.’ And I’ll do it again come spring, then again in the fall, then again…it’s such a viscious cycle! 🌪️🤪

It can be very overwhelming trying to let go of things, to let go of the ‘stuff’. That feeling of “where do I even begin?!?”. Who knew there would be so much emotion when cleaning out those closets, cupboards…even the garage. 🤦🏻‍♀️😩

Meet Ann Lightfoot and Kate Pawlowski, this mother-daughter duo are celebrities in the organization world. Their book “LOVE YOUR HOME AGAIN: Organize Your Space and Uncover the Home of Your Dreams” offers professional tips, tricks and hacks. Think of them as your organizing cheerleaders, your clutter detox therapists. 📣🎉👏👏

Done & Done Home

Sam Quinones | THE LEAST OF US: True Tales of America and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth

“The truth is that you just don’t survive on the street anymore. You could survive when heroin or cocaine was the drug, even when crack was the drug, but that is no longer the case. The problem now is that the drugs that are out there now are so potent and prevalent that they are almost anchoring people to the street just as they kill them.” – Sam Quinones

New York Times bestselling author, investigative journalist and NBCC Winner, Sam Quinones, joins me to discuss his groundbreaking book, THE LEAST OF US: TRUE TALES OF AMERICA AND HOPE IN THE TIME OF FENTANYL AND METH.

On December 20, 2022, The U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration announced the seizure of over 50.6 million fentanyl-laced, fake prescription pills and more than 10,000 pounds of fentanyl powder this calendar year.  The DEA laboratory estimates that these seizures represent more than 379 million potentially deadly doses of fentanyl. 

Sam Quinones