Some families live by the phrase, “What’s mine is yours.” They share food, electronics, cars, sports equipment and maybe even clothing, because there’s enough mutual respect for one another and their belongings to create trust. Meanwhile, other families have a hard time even sharing the television remote or taking turns in the bathroom without starting … Read more
When it comes to family, you’re expected to go the extra mile, but things can get complicated once in-laws get involved. A sibling’s decision to bring someone who was once a perfect stranger into the family permanently can have far-reaching consequences if boundaries get thrown out the door. One woman, whose sister-in-law is in the … Read more
If you had to choose between your dream trip and babysitting a couple of kids for free, what would your choice be? I think it’s pretty obvious. But see, being the “reliable one” in the family is cool until it starts feeling like a full-time, unpaid internship. Suddenly, every emergency babysitting gig lands on your … Read more
Family, the only people who can guilt you into international babysitting duty and still make you feel bad for bringing up money. Doing favors for family is basically a rite of passage. One day you’re just minding your business, and the next, you’re signed up to water their plants, watch their dog, and fly halfway … Read more
There’s something truly exhilarating about making things with your own hands. Whether it’s crocheting a keychain or building a table from scratch, DIY projects can be both rewarding and oddly therapeutic. But let’s be honest—DIYs aren’t always as effortless as they look on Pinterest. Sometimes, they’re less of a creative triumph and more of a … Read more
Many people struggle with social interactions. The reasons for that can be various, ranging from introversion to the wrong crowd to simple shyness. As the saying goes — “you never know what the other person is going through.” So, to shine a light on things like that and to boost empathy, today we wanted to … Read more
Those who have been in a relationship know that love isn’t simple or easy. In the beginning, it might seem like you found your perfect match, but when the butterflies settle and reality kicks in, differences and disagreements arise that may make you wonder if you’re right for each other. Then, the couple’s survival depends … Read more
New details are emerging about the suspicious passing of Gary Coleman, the one time star of the 1980’s hit TV show Diff’rent Strokes. On the two-hour premiere of A&E’s new show Lie Detector: Truth or Deception, Shannon Price, Coleman’s ex-wife, took a polygraph test. Her answers were revealing and shed new light on what exactly … Read more
Ever been scolded for something your body does on autopilot? Like, imagine being penalized for blinking or sneezing. These are biological necessities, not personality flaws, right? Well, today’s Original Poster’s (OP) fiancé, in fact, believed yawning was a personality flaw. However, she didn’t expect it to trigger such a strong reaction from him on one … Read more
As you age, you realize that health is probably the most important thing in life. Hence the memes about discovering marathons, juice cleanses, and chia seeds once you hit 30. In reality, people tend to start worrying about their health once something is really wrong. According to a recent survey by Aflac, one in four … Read more