In the White House, the walls don’t have ears. They have voices.
DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m in my 20s, and lately, I’ve been struggling with a serious case of FOMO (fear of missing out). Most of my friends are in a position where they can afford to go out regularly, whether it’s dinners at trendy restaurants, nights out at bars or even weekend getaways. I am on a much tighter budget, and I can’t keep up financially. I see their group pictures on social media or hear them talking about the fun they had, and it’s a constant reminder that I’m missing out. They invite me to join, but I often have to make excuses or decline because I simply can’t afford it. I’ve tried suggesting cheaper alternatives, like movie nights at home or potlucks, but they seem more interested in going out and spending money.
DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m struggling to cope with the toxic dynamics within my team at work. Instead of collaborating to solve problems or improve processes, it feels like everyone is constantly pointing fingers and blaming one another for mistakes. This blame game has created a tense and unproductive environment, and it’s starting to take a toll on my motivation and overall job satisfaction.
CLINTON DAILY NEWS EDITORIAL
Fran from Altadena was standing outside the remains of her home, destroyed by the most recent California fires, speaking to a reporter.'We poured everything into that house, I don't even know what I'm doing,' she said, apologetic for going through a litany of the people she cared for – her family, her neighbors, their community. 'I haven't slept. ... We're staying in a hotel. We have nowhere to go. We don't know what we're doing.' And yet, she had her priorities straight on one of her worst days, focusing more on her friends and loved ones than on her personal plight.