A world of slang

I was told not too long ago that I use a lot of slang when I talk. This is something that I’ve never really noticed about myself, but it got me thinking — isn’t all modern language dependent on slang?

Red and Blue — a political and personal column

My political affiliation is not something I will probably ever share with the public – I will however be happy to discuss my views on how much of the hot bed political issues such as sex education, abortion, and gender should not actually be political issues.

Capitol Happenings

We had a long and busy, but productive, week at the Capitol. Monday started with a sunrise vigil in remembrance of people lost to COVID-19. The event was organized by Sen. Paul Rosino to commemorate what would have been the 36th birthday of his son Gregory, who died from COVID in July 2021.

Protecting our sunshine at the federal level

  “Save our sunshine!” This is the battle cry heard ‘round the nation as Florida Senator Marco Rubio reintroduces legislation killed off last year by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. The Sunshine Protection Act of 2023 is a regurgitation of 2021 legislation bearing the same name.

“Just Say No” To State Question 820

Legalizing Recreational Marijuana My fellow Oklahomans, As a family physician for 22 years I have witnessed what marijuana (THC) can do to my patients.

Adventures with Allie

Opinions are like ogres, and ogres are like onions. They all have layers. You can have a five minute conversation with a random stranger off the street and within that five minutes (if you avoid small talk) you can understand their general take on life.

Flavors of ice cream

If you could have any flavor of ice cream right this second what would it be? Would it be chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry? Maybe butter pecan even? What if I told you this ice cream was special and didn’t have to be flavored like food, but instead could be a feeling or a memory?

Committee Work

This week, two high school students from House District 33 spent the week at the State Capitol participating in the House Page Program. Rebekah Beasley from Cushing High School and Avyn Hazzard from Stillwater High School were here to learn about the state government process.

Session, Committees Start

Our new legislative session kicked off on Monday, February 6, with the governor's annual State of the State Address. Legislators, statewide officials, our state Supreme Court justices and tribal leaders gathered to hear the governor's policy priorities and budget request.

Adventures with Allie

I, like many others, watch the Super Bowl for one reason, and one reason only… The commercials. I didn’t even know who was playing until kickoff this year. After last year’s commercials, I was skeptical that this year would even be worth watching, however I was definitely proven wrong.