Author: Edward Ortiz

Book Review: The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant

The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant: The Complete Annotated Edition was a captivating read, offering a unique perspective on Grant's formative years in Ohio, his West Point military academy experience, service in the Mexican-American War, and primarily, the American Civil War. While occasional references to his presidency are present, they are minimal. The book's … Continue reading Book Review: The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant →

Book Review: Re-Create & Celebrate

Re-Create & Celebrate: 7 Steps to turn your Dreams into Reality by Cindy Georgakas. It's always great to find a book that can enhance our lives. In "Re-Create & Celebrate," Cindy guides readers through a transformative process that reshapes how one sets priorities and goals, distinctly different from many methods found in the self-help section … Continue reading Book Review: Re-Create & Celebrate →

9 Things You Should Know About Thanksgiving

Great article about Thanksgiving, https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/9-things-you-should-know-about-thanksgiving/ Number six was interesting. The term “Black Friday”—used for the shopping day after Thanksgiving—was coined by the Philadelphia Police Department’s traffic squad in the 1950s. According to Philadelphia newspaper reporter Joseph P. Barrett, “It was the day that Santa Claus took his chair in the department stores and every kid … Continue reading 9 Things You Should Know About Thanksgiving →

Artificial Intelligence Safety

A lot of discussions in the WordPress community about artificial intelligence. As we approach the holidays and start planning family gatherings, keep online safety and privacy in your mind. As you take pictures and start posting in Facebook, Instagram, and other social media platforms use the “THINK, TYPE, POST” methodology to prevent privacy concerns. Here … Continue reading Artificial Intelligence Safety →

Current Affairs

I’m a news enthusiast, constantly seeking headlines worldwide to stay informed about crucial matters. However, in the past six months, the influx of information concerning Ukraine, the Middle East, and our domestic affairs in preparation for the upcoming election cycle has been overwhelming. It’s important that we learn to discern the information we digest. Personally, … Continue reading Current Affairs →