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Posts by Nicole Flasco

5 Signs You May Be About to Get Fired

Have you ever strolled into work and an odd feeling rolls over you? Maybe you can’t put your finger on it or perhaps you received some looks from co-workers. Either way, you’re wondering if you’re on the chopping block. No one likes that feeling, and job security isn’t really a thing nowadays. So now you’re...

10 People Share Their Biggest Annoyances

Everyone has their quirks, especially when it comes to things that annoy them. If you’ve ever said “I’d rather have hot needles put into my eyes than deal with [INSERT ANNOYANCE],” then this is for you! For instance, if you simply cannot stand the sound of people chewing, then take pleasure in knowing you are...

Move Over Christmas, Ugly Halloween Sweaters Are Here

If you’re counting down the days till Starbucks offers the “Pumpkin Spice Latte” then you need to get on the Ugly Halloween Sweater ban wagon! Ugly sweater parties were once only reserved for Christmas. It’s the hot holiday trend where your friends go out and buy the most hideous or blinged-out sweater to wear with...

Harvard Experts Share Tips for the Perfect Cover Letter

Imagine this: You’ve just received your college degree and are chomping at the bit to get into a job that features your skills. You’ve done everything right. Great grades, solid references, a sparkling new resume, and a boatload of internships to prove your experience. You’re scanning open positions online and come across your dream job!...

Looking for a Fun Summer Game for the Kiddos? Try the Hula Hoop Lasso Challenge.

There is no shortage of viral internet challenges, but what’s special about this one is it’s for your kids. And trust us, you’ll want to use this one to wear them out. The Hula Hoop Lasso Challenge was started by Raising Dragons, a site dedicated to “raising strong, smart, amazing kids.” Andrea, a mother of...

Darth Vader Hot Air Balloon Makes a Trip Back Home

Star Wars will forever be one of the biggest franchises in movie history. According to Wikipedia, the 12 films have totaled more than $9.323 billion in the box office…which is a lot. So it comes as no surprise that someone created a Darth Vader hot air balloon. And it’s awesome. As a part of the...

Do You Have Tiny Bumps on Your Skin? They’re Called Milia and You Should Leave Them Alone

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed small white bumps on your skin? Have you been tempted to squeeze them? Except.. when you do… they don’t feel anything like normal pimples. That’s because they aren’t pimples. These little irritations are called milium cysts, which, when they’re in a group, are called milia. Healthline...

Move over Alexa, This Device Can Hear and Record Your Thoughts

Are you a user of Alexa or similar type of device? Using these machines has changed our lives mostly for the better, but it’s also become public knowledge that they are recording our conversations, even when we’re not using them? Scary to think. Enter AlterEgo. This new and innovative technology will have you grimacing…or maybe...

The 7 Types of Cookout Dudes Who Show up at Every Summer BBQ

Summer is coming to an end soon, which means back to school. It also means the end of grilling hamburgers and hot dogs. But before we get ahead of ourselves, there is still time for a few more BBQs. And you’re be bound to spot at least one of these dudes at your next cookout…...

Vivipary Is a Bizarre Natural Phenomenon That Makes Plants Look Like Aliens

Vegetables and fruits that look like aliens? Yup. It’s called vivipary. And no, it doesn’t mean the veggies and fruits are dangerous or even really alien-like. Just that something has gone wrong in their growth that causes their appearance to be flawed. My tomato’s seeds have started to sprout from the inside byu/BennyHanno inmildlyinteresting While vivipary...

Book Your Flights Early in the Morning – 4 Reasons Why

The early bird catches the worm, they say. And they also catch the best flights! Forget about sleeping in on your first day of vacation – you have a plane to catch. I am an early traveler, and I believe in making a smooth travel schedule  (arriving at my hotel in time to enjoy a...

Apple Previews the New Music Sharing Feature for iOS 13 – Here’s How to Use It

Are you an Apple iPhone user? Then this is for you. Apple recently released information about new iOS 13, and it looks awesome. According to Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering, “iOS 13 brings new capabilities to the apps you use every day, with rich updates to Photos and Maps, and privacy-protecting...

The Word Laser and These Other Commonly Used Words Are Actually Acronyms

Acronyms have been used for a long, long time, though they have become increasingly popular with social media (LOL, ROFL, BRB, etc.). But did you know there are words in the English language (recognized by Webster) that were once acronyms? I suppose they could still be considered acronyms, but our lexicon has adopted them as pieces of...

Can You Hear This Sound? Cities Are Using This High Pitched ‘Mosquito’ Sound to Get Rid of Teenagers

Remember the viral sensation of the gold versus blue dress? How about Laurel versus Yanni? It seems these things sight and sound comparisons come around every year or so. This next viral sensation will make you go Hmmm? Or maybe Ouch! Kodie Helmer came across the next phenomenon racking up over 95,000 shares on her post:...

Why Do Men Fall Asleep After Sex? (Don’t Worry, It’s Not You)

Ladies, have you ever had your world rocked in bed by your male lover? Have you experienced the dreamy, lovey-dovey state of a powerful orgasm and then the need to cuddle afterwards? I hope so. But I’m sure you’ve also noticed that during intimacy talk, your man drifts a bit, perhaps even falls into a...