I had created a fairly lofty goal for myself this year: Read one book a week. Some folks are probably calling me an underachiever while others are asking themselves why the hell I’d even attempt it. See, in the “real …
So far, this year I’ve read 16 books. I can’t tell you if that’s better or worse than any other year because I never used to keep track of them. I have a goal of reading at least 50 books …
I’ve been working a long time. A lot longer than most people I know in my age range. Part of that was due to a strong penchant for disliking boredom and work kept me busy. When I was a kid, …
I am a pretty active and vocal participant in social media. It’s how I’m wired, being an extrovert and all. But I’ve never, until today, had anyone visibly express a desire to have bodily harm caused to me. I can …
There has been much talk about domestic violence lately thanks to the Ray Rice Incident. I’ve seen quite a lot of vitriol on both sides of the argument and it’s been rather distressing. On the one hand, I see people …
By now, I shouldn’t need to explain the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. Millions of people all over the world are creating a run on bags of ice, pouring it over themselves in an attempt to not have to donate to a …
Dear Scale, I know I keep you tucked between the bathtub and the side of the toilet. I know it’s not the nicest location, but it’s quiet and out of the way. For years, I’ve religiously pulled you out of …
I’m not entirely sure if Colbie Caillat is trying to start a makeup free movement or just help women feel better about the fact that we don’t look like her. Listen lady, you’ve got a lot of natural beauty to …
I was absolutely appalled at yesterday’s SCOTUS decision to allow family run companies to deny birth control coverage to their female employees while citing their deep religious beliefs. I grew up in a world where women had the right to …
Somehow, this appeared on The Boy’s radar so we spent 90 minutes of our lives watching it. I want to preface this post with three things: (1) these are just my opinions so take them with a grain of salt; …