It’s a difficult time to be a parent. Shops are putting up their Christmas decorations and kids are really noticing them. Especially in the toy section. They want their gifts and they want them now. So, after one mom got sick and tired of in-store meltdowns, she decided to put an end to them. And … Read more
Tourists’ beloved Los Angeles, known for its TV and music industry, buzzing culture and never-ending sunshine, set a new tourism record recently. In 2018, it welcomed an estimated 42.5 million domestic visitors and 7.5 million international visitors, making it a 50 million record and reaching a new milestone. But not every tourist seems equally impressed … Read more
Are fairy lights and dangling ornaments a breakable objects hazard? Do your coworkers not want to spend January picking pine needles out of the lobby? There are plenty of reasons not to have a traditional Christmas tree at work, but if you’re missing Christmas decorations, you might be able to convince your colleagues to put … Read more
Sometimes our family can be our closest friends. Other times, they can feel like our worst enemies. Sadly, this Redditor experienced the latter at the hands of her own mother. After her grandmother passed, her mom repeatedly accused her of not visiting or supporting her enough, making the woman feel deeply guilty—despite the fact that … Read more
Some people think that gaming is just for children. But why can’t parents have some fun with the controllers sometimes? It’s a common misconception that people stop gaming once they reach adulthood. In reality, 70% of American parents play video games, according to the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). What’s more, 82% do it together with … Read more
While it might seem like a “convenient” trope right out of bad TV writing, comas are still quite real and, unfortunately, not very well understood. So it can be useful to learn more about how they work and what it’s really like to just not be there for some time. Someone asked “People who have … Read more
Having a terrible day at work can be frustrating, overwhelming, and even demoralizing. Whether it’s a challenging project, an annoying colleague, or just a series of misfortunes, sadly, there are plenty of reasons you might feel like you’re a failure. But as Sigrid and Bring Me The Horizon sang, “It’s just a bad day / … Read more
I think that female friendships are probably the best thing in the whole world, and I’m really fortunate to have my ladies by my side. However, not everyone is lucky enough, as some just get stuck with the most toxic friends possible. Just look at this teen who had to endure everything her bestie demanded … Read more
In recent years, more and more Americans have moved to live in Canada (or have at least been talking about it, especially on social media). In 2021, about 256,000 American-born people were permanent residents of Canada. Interestingly, American women are particularly keen on the idea. If given the opportunity, 40% of women in the U.S. … Read more
Thanksgiving is famous for football, food, and family feuds. However, one woman got a taste of the latter two while she was still preparing for the holiday. In a post on the subreddit ‘Am I the [Jerk?]’, she explained that, just like each year, her sister-in-law demanded a separate meal due to her ever-changing dietary … Read more