I thought I knew my own house. I knew which stair creaked, which window stuck in the winter, how the kitchen light hummed when it was tired. I did not know my pregnant daughter had been sleeping on a plastic air mattress in the hallway. I’m Rufus, 55, a freight guy by trade—timelines and tonnage, not feelings. I grew up in Indiana, the kind of place where you fix your own stuff and say less than you mean. There are two exceptions to that rule in my life: my late wife, Sarah, and our daughter, Emily. Sarah’s been gone ten…
Author: Kelly Whitewood
First things first: what’s under your oven? Not every bottom drawer is the same. There are four common possibilities: Warming drawer (electric or gas ranges) Purpose: Holds cooked food and dishes at serving temperature; sometimes includes moisture control. Clues: A temperature slider/knob inside the drawer front or on the control panel; settings like Low/Med/High, Warm/Proof, or temps (80–200°F / 27–93°C). The manual will call it a Warming Drawer. Broiler drawer (especially many gas ranges) Purpose: Browning/broiling with direct flame from above. Clues: A slotted pan/rail system; you can see the burner flames overhead when it’s on. Gets very hot—never for…
Erika Kirk Shared Bible Verse Hours Before Husband Charlie Kirk Was Killed Just hours before her husband’s assassination, Erika Kirk (née Frantzve) posted a haunting message to her X account. Quoting Psalm 46:1, she wrote: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Her husband, Charlie Kirk — conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA — was fatally shot on Wednesday while speaking at Utah Valley University. He was 31 years old. Kirk leaves behind Erika and their two young children: a three-year-old daughter and a 16-month-old son. A Family in Mourning The couple, who…
“They Sang for the Fallen — and the World Wept” Tom Jones & Susan Boyle’s Heartbreaking Tribute to Charlie Kirk It wasn’t just a concert — it became a night of shared sorrow and healing. Legendary crooner Tom Jones and Britain’s beloved songbird Susan Boyle joined voices for a once-in-a-lifetime duet, honoring the memory of Charlie Kirk, whose tragic death left behind a grieving wife and two young children. A Stage Turned Into a Sanctuary As the arena lights dimmed, more than 15,000 fans fell into silence. The first notes of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” echoed through the hall, and…
Carrie Underwood Leads Worship Service With Powerful Performance Carrie Underwood has never hidden her faith. The country superstar often credits her small hometown church in Checotah, Oklahoma, as the first stage where she discovered her love of singing. Even as her career soared, she has consistently woven her Christian beliefs into her music and performances. In 2021, Underwood released her first gospel album, My Savior, featuring 13 traditional hymns she grew up with. Since then, she has returned to church stages multiple times, reminding fans that her faith remains central to her artistry. View this post on Instagram A post…
Ella Langley & Riley Green Bring Fire to The Tonight Show With “You Look Like You Love Me” It was pure country magic on The Tonight Show when Ella Langley and Riley Green joined forces for a sizzling live performance of their duet, “You Look Like You Love Me.” From the opening chords, the chemistry between the two artists was undeniable. Langley’s bold, powerhouse vocals and commanding stage presence blended seamlessly with Green’s smooth, soulful delivery. Together, they created a back-and-forth tension that felt less like a scripted performance and more like a heartfelt story unfolding before the audience’s eyes.…
The Hidden Language of the Fig Gesture At first glance, it looks like nothing more than a fist. But look closer: the thumb is tucked between the fingers. That small detail changes everything. Known as “making a fig,” this gesture carried meaning far beyond a clenched hand. It was protest, protection, humor, and sometimes even a kind of charm. A Silent Refusal Picture a 19th-century village. Bailiffs knock on the door, demanding dues. From a window, someone raises a fist with thumb tucked inside. No shouting. No fight. Just a wordless sign: “You’ll get nothing.” “Dream on.” “Here’s to you.”…
Senator Bernie Sanders’ resolution to stop a $20 billion arms sale to Israel, which included bombs and tank rounds, was overwhelmingly voted down by the U.S. Senate. Sanders said that the transfer could break U.S. law if the weapons were used against civilians in Gaza, where officials say more than 43,000 people have died, most of them women and children. The resolution failed by a wide margin, though, which shows that both parties support Israel’s military stance. The vote shows a deep split in American conscience: some people are loyal to Israel’s security promises, while others are worried about the…
On September 10, tragedy struck Utah Valley University when Charlie Kirk, a conservative commentator and founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed at a campus rally. He was 31 years old and had been giving speeches as part of his “American Comeback” tour. The tour was meant to get young Americans interested in politics and conservative activism. Kirk was a well-known person who went on college tours. His outspoken views often drew both supporters and critics. Many students and activists came to his events to either support or challenge his views, which often led to heated debates. His…
Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, was killed in a random stabbing attack while riding the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Blue Line train in North Carolina. The 23-year-old and her family had fled the war in Ukraine, but she was killed in what seems to be an unprovoked attack. Decarlos Brown Jr., the suspect, was sitting behind her on the train and allegedly stabbed her in the neck without talking to her first. CATS released disturbing video footage that showed Iryna listening to music and looking at her phone just before the attack. After the attack, Brown walked away without…