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Patrice Lewis is a freelance writer whose latest book is "The Simplicity Primer: 365 Ideas for Making Life more Livable." She is co-founder (with her husband) of a home woodcraft business. The Lewises live on 20 acres in north Idaho with their two homeschooled children, assorted livestock, and a shop that overflows into the house with depressing regularity. Visit her blog at www.rural-revolution.com.
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The new normal: Don't hire a woman

by Patrice Lewis -- Some time ago, Kyle S. Reyes, CEO of a company called the Silent Partner Marketing, got sick and tired of dealing with prospective employees who were a poor more…

Why I don't believe Kavanaugh's accusers

by Patrice Lewis -- Last week I wrote a scathing satirical column focusing on the collected accusations against Brett Kavanaugh. To say I got emails in response would be a huge understatement. more…

I had an affair with Brett Kavanaugh

by Patrice Lewis -- I had an affair with Brett Kavanaugh. No, really I did. I can't remember the time, the place or the circumstances – but I certainly had an affair more…

The lazy man's guide to world domination

by Patrice Lewis -- Most people are familiar with Paul Harvey's classic radio piece, "If I were the devil." (If not, listen to it here.) Though this piece dates from the mid-1960s, more…

Why I'm hostile toward public education

by Patrice Lewis -- Ever since I became a parent and faced the options for educating our daughters, I've become increasingly antagonistic toward public schools. Since our daughters are currently 20 and more…

When did 'Ma'am' become an insult?

by Patrice Lewis -- Our younger daughter, then 19, used to work as a manager in an antique store. As such, she was expected to be polite and respectful with customers. One more…