There’s a whole generation of people who weren’t yet born whensocial mediacame to life. And then there are some who were already way into their latter years when they first laid eyes on Facebook, Instagram and the like. You can’t really blame them for making more than a few blunders while figuring things out and trying to keep up with the younger Jones’. But you can have a good giggle.Someold folks’ postsare super cringe....
Living as anLGBTQ+ personin a religious community can be challenging. 47% of Americanssaythat they’ve left their religion because of its negative teachings on how to treat LGBTQ+ people. But those who leave often have difficulty cutting all contact with their family members. When this man’s little brother reached out to him, he was excited at first. But, after finding out that his brother lied to their parents about him wanting to come back to the church and even made afake Instagram account, red flags started flashing right before his eyes....
A guy has set the bar high for husbandsaround the worldaftersharingthewholesomestory of how he surprised his wife with a rather unusual gift. He told how she’s suffered from dental problems throughout their marriage. She was constantly in pain, and her self-esteem was at an all-time low. Her husband couldn’t bear to see her suffer anymore, so he cooked up a plan. The guy spent a year saving part of his paycheck every month, and told his honey he was buying a new truck....
Whoever said “necessity is the mother of invention” probably struggled with half-empty toothpaste tubes and midnight bathroom navigation before some genius stepped in to save humanity. From neck-mounted reading lights that turn late-night page-turning into a hands-free adventure to toilet nightlights that guide your 3 AM stumbles, brilliant minds keep cooking upsolutions we never knew we desperately needed. Watch grocery bag handles transform your shopping haul from finger-cutting chaos to balanced bliss, while bottle emptying kits ensure you get every last drop of that expensive shampoo....
One of the first rules we learn as children is to not take what doesn’t belong to you. But not everyone adheres to that rule, especially when it’s aboutfood. And when it comes to stealing someone else’s lunch at work, one out of five workersadmitthat they’ve eaten someone else’s lunch out of the office fridge. When one netizen was confronted with one such lunch thief, theydecidedto spice things up. Literally. To out the officeglutton, they added some extra spice to their lunch and even labeled it “very spicy....
It’s no secret that having children can be mind-bogglinglyexpensive. When you start looking at the total costs that you’re likely to pay as aparent, you’ll be forgiven if your jaw drops. According to recent research, it would take parentsover $310kto raise a child until the age of 17. Working mother-of-fourPaige Connell(@sheisapaigeturner) is well-known online for sharing childcare, marriage, and motherhood advice. She wentviralafter filming a video in which she explained that one of the major reasons why people in theUnited Statesare having fewer children may be linked to the massive costs of childcare and daycare....
The curtain has been pulled back onPrince William’s heartbreaking reactionwhen he found out that thePrincess of WalesandKing Charleshad both beendiagnosed with cancer. Jason Knauf, who was formerly Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s press secretary before he accused the Duchess of ‘bullying’ younger staff — claims she then denied — shared a few details about the royal family in a new documentary for 60 Minutes Australia. He reflected on the hit they all felt when Charles and KateMiddletonrevealed they had undisclosed forms of cancer, specifically the latter’s husband....
Reports indicate anAmerican Airlinesflight heading to Delhi, India from the JFK airport in New York was forced to make a U-turn under a fighter jet escort after abomb threat. American Airlines Flight 292 was near Turkmenistan when it had to make its sudden diversion, being grounded in Rome due to a “possible security issue,” according to the airline, confirmed just this Sunday, February 23. It safely taxied in Rome, Italy at 11:15am ET....
An adorableHarry Potter bed and breakfastin Watford, England was left stripped bare of its magic following a guest’s recent stay. Throughout the video, brown stains could be seen splashed all over the bed, as well as an equally dirty bucket sitting on top of an ironing board. The furniture lay in a mess all over the living room with debris littering the carpet. RELATED: Owners of a Harry Potter bed and breakfast were left “heartbroken” following a guest’s recent stay Image credits:homelea....
Taking a shower is truly an underrated part of our day. It can wash away our worries and stress or refresh and energize us, preparing us for the long 12 hours ahead. It also provides great acoustics for our singing sessions and food for thought when we least expect it. Surely, you’ve been hit with a greatcomebackto an argument or mind-bending realization about the world mid-shower.Folks call these instancesshower thoughts, which thisXaccount is full of....
There is no denying thatparentingis a pretty hard job. Indeed, it’s so important and time consuming that most nations literally ensure mothers can take time off work to raise their children. However, some parents get a bit lazy and end up relying on digital crutches. Content creatorAndra Berghoffwent viral after sharing the many difficulties of working with so-called “iPad Kids”. For those who are unfamiliar, this refers to the pretty controversial trend of people just giving their children a tablet in lieu of actually parenting them....
It’s not necessary to bebest friendswith yourneighbors, but it will probably make your life much easier if you can at least be cordial. Bring them brownies when they first move in, keep an eye on their home when they’re on vacation for a few weeks and don’t hesitate to share a cup of sugar when they run out.However, one of the cardinal rules of staying on good terms with your neighbors is to never mess with theirparkingspots....
Traveling with children can be a hassle for some. Especially if you go to a not-so-children-friendly destination such asLas Vegas. Yet most parents (93%, according toone survey) still say that it’s worth traveling with their little ones, even if it presents many challenges. RELATED: Parents often ask older siblings to ask younger ones without realizing how annoying it can be Image credits:cottonbro studio / Pexels (not the actual photo) Image credits:Kaboompics....
Even the most graceful cat can and will do something pretty silly and dogs are rarely graceful in the first place. However, every once in a while, ananimalyou keep in your house can get up to the sort of shenanigans that most people would find hard to believe. This post may includeaffiliate links. I was changing clothes. My cat decided to attack my tampon string. RELATED: We have the world’s stupidest dachshund....
RELATED: Image credits:freepik (not the actual photo) Image credits:zinkevych / freepik (not the actual photo) Image credits:nolascol Image credits:peoplecreations / freepik (not the actual photo) But as times and etiquette are changing, moms-to-be often take it upon themselves to host this joyous celebration. “These days, it’s perfectly acceptable for siblings, parents, or even the expectantparentsthemselves to take the lead—especially if they love to entertain! What matters most is that the celebration feels thoughtful and joyful for the parents-to-be,” saysVirginia Trafton Frischkorn, one of the top event planners in the US andCEO and founder ofPartytrick....
