Barbara Shoff

Bio

Though raised in the prong of the buckle in the Bible belt, I find elastic much more comfortable. I attended Oklahoma Wesleyan University and receive my education by living a life of continued inquiry. I love reading, researching, writing, gardening and sharing my opinions. In another life I was a Young Republican. In yet another life, I once worked for a politician who was a Democrat. I believe in the Constitution that was. It should be required that all high school students watch the video and report on the warning of Dwight Eisenhower's farewell speech and the current state of the MIC. Books: Non-Fiction: The Home Warranty Handbook: Insider Secrets That Will Save You Money (an expose') Fiction: A Community of Butterflies: Chrysalis (stalker/thriller) Available on Amazon www.meanderingmentalmusings.blogspot.com www.barbarashoff.com
Mother's Day 2013: This Holiday, "Listen to Your Mother"
By Barbara Shoff
Is Listen to Your Mother a trend, a cult of blog followers, a national movement, or simply an idea that’s time has come? Articles and mere mentions in New York Times, Huffington Post, and Chicago Tribune as well as the growing use of social media…
Georgia Hostage Taker: He Wanted His Lights On, So SWAT Turned His Off
By Barbara Shoff
A man in Suwanee, Georgia a suburb of Atlanta, took four firemen hostage during what was believed to be a routine ambulance call. The unnamed suspects home was in foreclosure and recently his electricity, telephone, and cable had been shut off. The…
Marijuana Legalization 2013: 12 More States Consider Decriminalization and Legalization
By Barbara Shoff
A poll conducted last December shows 58% of the public support marijuana law reform. Twelve more state legislatures are addressing marijuana issues. 18 states, as well as Washington, D.C. currently have laws that allow for use of medical marijuana…
Marijuana Legalization: State Laws Matter Little to the Feds
By Barbara Shoff
Though it may appear on the surface that states are moving progressively forward on marijuana laws, take another look. President Obama clearly explains federal law must change to end marijuana arrests and incarcerations in states. In an interview…
Kansas Wants Sperm Donor to Pay Child Support: Is This Homophobia?
By Barbara Shoff
The state of Kansas wants sperm donor William Marotta to pay child support, even though he signed a contract with a couple to hold him harmless "for any child support payments demanded of him by any other person or entity, public or private,…
Adam Lanza Shooting: This Mass Murderer Might Have Been Motivated by Drugs, Not by Guns
By Barbara Shoff
It seems that every time a tragedy happens resulting in horrific deaths at the hands of a gun-wielding maniac, groups within our society start crying out for stricter forms of gun control. And some groups want to ban guns all together.  It matters…
More Reasons to Distrust Government and the Mainstream Media
By Barbara Shoff
Conspiracy theories are kept alive and well especially when someone reveals new long kept government secrets and cover-ups. When news of such secrets is suppressed it feeds distrust in both mainstream media and the government. One popular conspiracy…
Voter Fraud: Texas AG Threatens Election 2012 International Observers
By Barbara Shoff
Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott sent a letter warning of possible arrests of international observers from OSCE (Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe) dispatched through Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) if they…
Popular Blogs: Emerging Writer Heather Davis Joins the Popular Trend of TMI
By Barbara Shoff
In this millennial age of blogging, e-books and online journalism, writers are working harder than ever to stand out. And one writer I know is definately succeeding. Author, Heather Davis of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, began blogging in 2008.…
Ron Paul Sound Currency Message is Resonating With Worldwide Leaders, Including China
By Barbara Shoff
While doing the research for this article, it appeared the leaders of China have been listening to Ron Paul while most leaders in the U.S. continue to mock him. Though history proves fiat currencies fail, central banks, including the Federal Reserve…
Ron Paul Legalize Marijuana Bill: 8 Reasons Why It Makes Sense
By Barbara Shoff
Barney Frank authored H.R.2306 introduced by Frank, Ron Paul, Conyers, Lee, Polis and Cohen. The legislation aimed to decriminalization marijuana by removing it from schedule of controlled substances — Schedule I(c) of section 202(c) of the…
Ron Paul Was Right All Along About Our Fiscal Woes: Time for Congress to Listen Up
By Barbara Shoff
Back in October 11, 2000, libertarian Congressman Ron Paul (R-Texas) issued a warning to Congress: “It should surprise no one that our financial markets are getting more volatile every day. Inflating a currency and causing artificially low interest…
Ron Paul Sent Me: My Strange and Awesome Journey Into the World of PolicyMic
By Barbara Shoff
I first signed up at PolicyMic because I felt compelled to make a comment on an article about Ron Paul. It was a good article, and as a writer, I appreciate good writing. A compliment was in order. I had absolutely no other motive. I glossed over…
Ron Paul Supporters Are Critical For Romney to Win the Election, But Do Not Expect Them to Vote For Romney
By Barbara Shoff
Paulian does sound better. As though a new and nicer label will get their vote. Throughout the entire 2012 campaign Ron Paul supporters have heard themselves called a host of names: Paulbots, Paultards, Wack-o’s, Crazies, or my favorite, Weed-loving…
Gun Control: James Holmes and Recent Shootings Are Not Proof Gun Violence is on the Rise
By Barbara Shoff
The increased reporting of gun violence by mainstream media provides a platform for gun ban advocates to speak out. The increased reporting of gun violence is misleading. There is a difference between gun violence and gun crime. Gun violence also…
Ron Paul: Doctor, Representative, Statesman and Now Also a Prophet
By Barbara Shoff
If one uses the definitions “a person who predicts the future” or “spokesman for a movement,” then Ron Paul could definitely be defined as a modern day prophet. Predicting the future, Paul warned Congress and the world about the housing bubble…
Ron Paul Survivalism: How to Make It Through the Coming Catastrophe
By Barbara Shoff
Prepper is the term used for individuals determined to survive any catastrophe; be it weather, war, financial collapse, disease, or the possibility of the government enacting martial law. You name a fearful situation and Preppers plan on being…
Obama vs Romney Polls: Why the Facts Are Strikingly Absent From Media Coverage of Election 2012
By Barbara Shoff
Everyday the mainstream media hits the American public with headlines of polls showing who is in the lead for the race to the presidency. Then another verbal gaff is reported and the race resumes again. Romney, Obama. Obama, Romney. Mainstream media…