I am a professional writer and blogger. You can find my work at Insider, PopSugar, Being Liberal, Charlotte Nightlife, Front Page Live, and my own blog Like Sara But With a D.
The Biggest Scandals To Rock Good Morning America Over The Years
Launched in 1975, "Good Morning America" was ABC's second attempt at a morning show — the first was A.M. America, a dismal failure that barely lasted 10 months. "GMA" was the first morning show to give NBC's "Today" a run for its money.
A local's ultimate guide to visiting Charlotte, North Carolina
I've lived in Charlotte for years, and I'm sharing the best things to do, see, and eat in the city.
The anti-trust bill was great — until Ted Cruz got ahold of it
The Senate antitrust bill, or the American Innovation and Choice Online Act, was introduced by Sen. Klobuchar (D-MN) and Sen. Grassley (R-IA) to limit the power of Big Tech. The bill would stop internet giants like Facebook, Google, Apple, and Amazon from giving themselves advantages over smaller companies.
Unfortunately, a poison pill has been inserted into the bill, turning this otherwise quality piece of legislation into a blueprint for more misinformation and hate speech. Republican Membe...
Everything You Need to Know Before You Become a Freelance Writer ~ like Sara...but with a d
So, what is a freelancer? Well, the all-knowing Wikipedia defines it as “a person who is self-employed and is not necessarily committed to a particular employer long-term.” That pretty much sums it up. I do work for other people either piecemeal or as contract labor. I’m not an employee. And I work 100% remotely. (Note: you can be a freelancer and not work remotely, and you can work remotely and not be a freelancer.)
The Real ‘Bad Hombres’ — Dish Network and Steve Bannon are the ones taking away democracy
We’ve finally found the “bad hombres” that Trump was so concerned about during the 2016 debates, and they are being beamed straight into your grandma’s television set.
Dish Network is pumping Americans’ brains full of conspiracy theories, hateful rhetoric, and violent threats by giving known racist Steve Bannon and the Real America’s Voice network a platform. According to the Washington Post, Bannon’s show, War Room, can be watched in “as many as 8 million homes hooked up to Dish satellite te...
5 Last Minute Gifts for the Political Junkie in Your Life
The countdown to Christmas is on! But if you are anything like me, you’ve procrastinated your way into a gift-giving conundrum. Fortunately, plenty of retailers are ready and waiting to dig you out of your procrastination hole and keep you from being a total Scrooge on Christmas morning (yay, capitalism?)
12 Best Antique Stores in Alaska
Alaska may be the country’s second-youngest state, but that doesn’t mean it lacks history. Many early Alaskan inhabitants made their own furniture and other household things, making a trip to an antique store in the Last Frontier an enjoyable adventure in Last Frontier memorabilia.
Ladies! Don’t let your period hold you back while traveling. Get a menstrual cup.
So there’s one thing about traveling while female that can be a real downer—your period. Am I right?
There have been so many times that I’ve planned a fun trip, not thinking to count the days, then Boom! Trip week arrives at the exact same time as my flow. Sucktastic.
Dalstrong vs Wusthof Comparison
In the market for new kitchen knives? Then you are probably scouring the internet for information on the different brands out there and wondering which one is the best!
14-Day Egg Diet Menu: How To Lose Weight With Boiled Egg 2022
Just about everyone has wanted to lose weight at some point in their life. Experts estimate that on any given day, 65% of Americans[1] are concerned with their weight — either trying to lose some or maintain their losses.
10 Queer-Friendly Family Vacations
When planning a family vacation, most parents usually check to make sure their chosen vacation destination is safe and has plenty of kid-friendly activities, including opportunities to educate the entire family about local history, food, and culture. However, there are additional factors to consider if your child or children identify as LBGTQ+.
Weird eye diseases that might have you running to the eye doctor
Before risking it all on a freelance writing career, I spent five years working for a couple of eye doctors. I started out teching for an optometrist who spent the majority of each day filling prescriptions for new eyeglasses.
All we need is just a little patience
Americans aren’t exactly known for our patience, and the intensity of the 2020 presidential election only threw gasoline on the fire of our eagerness for results. Nonetheless, tallying votes takes time — we will just have to hold our collective horses.
The 2022 midterms, while not quite as chaotic as the last election, are a hot topic, and you will likely hear people calling races on social media long before things are made official. When you do, take it with a grain of salt, have patience, a...
South Dakota, are you okay?
South Dakota is in the midst of a meth epidemic, and Governor Kristi Noem wants to do something about it.
4 Movies From The 90s That Deserve A Rewatch
Staying in and watching great movies all night is something everyone can enjoy. Rewatching some of the much-loved masterpieces of the 90s is an instant mood-booster in these trying times.