California Gold Rush And The Start Of California Industry

Photo by I Love Pixel California’s pre-gold-rush economy was certainly rudimentary. Some historians have gone further, arguing that it was stagnant.  James W. Marshall, the construction overseer of a sawmill at Sutter’s Mill in California territory, literally struck gold on January 8, 1848. James’ discovery of trace specks of the valuable metal at the bottom…

Sci-Fi Books: Could Be A Good Way to Learning Politics

Photo by cottonbro studio Science fiction novels can add value and help us imagine scenarios we would never consider. This would allow everyone to convey freedom of expression.  Sometimes called the “literature of ideas,” science fiction is a natural medium for normative political philosophy. Science fiction’s focus on technology, space and time travel, non-human lifeforms,…

Five (5) Things You Need To Know Before Hiring An Architect

Photo by Pixabay Over many years, hundreds of architects, builders, and designers—and most importantly, homeowners—have told many stories about their experiences building a custom-designed home. Most of these stories are positive, but some are not. Their stories have shaped the following tips. Whether your design or construction aspirations are small or large, getting to the…

Journaling: Your Company Through Hard Times

Photo by Alina Vilchenko In Alma Lightbody’s My Wonderful Nightmare, she shares a journey toward discovering one’s life purpose with her readers. The book covers spiritual journals inspired by cancer that readers won’t simply empathize with but will also learn a lot about life from. What do you do when you feel an overwhelming surge…