New Study Finds That Bottled Water Might Not Be as Clean as You Think
Most people believe that springing for bottled water instead of opting to drink out of the tap means you’re getting something healthier – or, at the very least, cleaner. A recent study reveals that’s not exactly the case, however, which may have consumers thinking twice about how much they spend for the fancy gas station...
Cops Posted Guy’s Mugshot on Facebook and He Comments on the Post About Turning Himself In
It’s good to have a sense of humor about one’s situation, even if it’s not the best of times. And Richland, WA, resident Anthony Akers seems to realize this better than most – just look what he replied to his local police department’s Facebook post naming him the wanted criminal of the week on their...
12 Everyday Things That Test Everyone’s Patience
I actually just posted the other day about how “easy open” bags of cheese (or whatever) refuse to tear or tear wrong so you can’t re-close them, which drives me completely bonkers. This list is made up of other things like that — things that should make your life easier but definitely don’t, or things...
Meet the Edwardian Women Who Claimed to Travel Back in Time
In 1911, a book called The Adventure was published by Elizabeth Morison and Frances Lamont. It claimed to detail their experiences time traveling while visiting the Versailles palace and grounds 10 years previously. The book was widely popular – it was reprinted multiple times and sold over 10,000 copies in 5 different editions. The book...
6 Tricky Riddles to Rev up Your Day
Looking for a way to test your mental faculties and keep yourself busy at the same time? These 6 riddles might be right up your alley! #6. Twice in a lifetime. Continue reading when you’re ready for the answer!
10 Secrets of Your Local Food Sample Demonstrator
If you’re like me, you try to time your trips to the grocery store, or places like Sam’s Club or Costco, for when you know there will likely be delicious — and free — food samples available. Not only can you discover new products that way, but samples make shopping with little ones in tow...
7 Odd Inventions You Might Not Realize Exist
People are inventing new things all the time, many of which are very cool. But when you read about some of the items on this list, you might think…why does the world need that? Just hold your horses, though, and keep digging. Eventually you might find yourself looking up where you can get one of...
These 13+ People Had No Idea What They Were Eating Until It Was down the Hatch – for Better or Worse
Have you ever agreed to try some kind of food only to be totally horrified once you found out what it was you actually swallowed? Maybe something looked good and you popped it in without thinking about it, and then…yuck? Yum? What happened? Or maybe you just didn’t look closely enough before throwing said weird...
12 Posts About “Other Girls” That Are Probably About You
Girls are notoriously terrible to other girls. Being a woman should be about holding up other another woman’s right to live life how she wants, even if it’s the opposite of how you choose to live. Unfortunately, we often can’t stop judging each other long enough to do that. Now it’s time for some truth....
Here’s How Alcohol Really Impacts Your Mood
There’s a persistent idea out there that having a drink helps us relax, wind down or feel better in general when the day has been particularly challenging. For those of us who have stressful jobs, demanding careers and/or small children at home, that glass of wine can feel like a lifesaver. And lucky for us,...
15 People Confess the Little Things People Do That Drive Them Absolutely Mad
We all have our pet peeves. I nearly asked for a divorce over my husband chewing ice in bed, for example. There are just some things people do that make you hate that you have to live in a society sometimes. But it’s nice to know that at least others get as angry as you do...
15 Funny Tweets That People Shared
The year is coming to a close, and that means it’s time for some roundups. None are going to make me happier than sharing these 15 hilarious tweets from women who are funnier than I’ll ever be, so please – enjoy! #15. Sisterly love. #14. Gettin’ stuff done in 2018. #13. We may be reaching...
The History of the Lemonade Stand Turns out to Be Surprisingly Gross
Lemonade stands are cute, right? Little kids put them out in the summer to make some extra cash, and even if it’s not the best drink of your life, it’s kind of adorable and makes you feel good to make a little kid’s day. Well…you might not feel so great about it once you know...
13+ Lifers Share the Pros and Cons of Living in a Small Town
If you grew up in a big city, chances are that you’ve got certain ideas about what it’s like to live in a small town. They may be sweet notions of neighbors who bring over cups of sugar and summer evenings rocking on the porch with a sweet tea, or they may lean more toward...
Do You Know Why Iceland Gets Its Ice from Other Countries
About 11% of Iceland is covered by glaciers – but the country imports most of the ice they use in their beverages. Weird, right? Maybe not so much, when you consider that the country’s rugged geography makes extracting many natural resources difficult. Not only that, but economics play a part; Iceland has extremely high domestic labor...