I’ve seen way to many otherwise inspiring posts for women that start with “I’m not a size 10…” or something similar. I am very thankful that people are trying to support heavier women, but those posts really should be two separate things. These posts are just as demeaning and demoralizing to smaller women as some … Continue reading
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De-clawing cats
I have to share this with the handful of people that said they still think de-clawing is ok… I have personally had an injury that resulted in needing to amputate part of the tip of one finger (the bone was splintered). I can’t even begin to describe how painful and traumatic of an experience it … Continue reading
Gender Bias
Yesterday I shared a FB post about a superbowl ad for a new(ish) toy. It’s a set (several different ones actually) of building blocks/pieces designed specifically for girls. I applaud the maker’s intent (as well as the people who came up with pastel colored legos, etc.) of getting young girls more interested in things like … Continue reading
Minimum Wage Increase
People keep saying they can’t raise minimum wage because it would drive up costs…Are there really people stupid enough to believe their crap?!! I’ve worked retail and done stock. Stores mark prices up anywhere from 100% – 1000% ON AVERAGE. Many get discounts on some or all of their utilities too. Never mind the a$$ … Continue reading
I Have Seen the Past and It Scares Me
Originally posted on Discombobulation Abounds:
There is no easier way to frighten the pants off of anyone over thirty than by telling them anecdotes that make it abundantly clear that they are aging: ‘The Tale Of the Little Girl Who Had No Idea What A VHS Tape Was’, ‘I Handed A Child A Real Photograph…
The Inherent Dangers of Elf on the Shelf
Originally posted on Everything is Better Wrapped in Bacon:
It started in 2005, not really the “Tradition” that Bing Crosby is. If you’re like me, then the holidays are a time of elaborate decoration, gift-giving and the hidden look of disappointment in your parents’ eyes as they come to terms with another season that you’ve…
The 6 Stages of Final Exams As Told by Harry Potter
Originally posted on As Told by Laura:
1. Denial Finals? Hahahahaha! Please. I’ve still got an entire week left. Do you have any idea what I can accomplish in that short amount of time? Seriously, there’s nothing to worry about. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m gonna’ go paint my nails like little zebras. 2.…
The Wisdom of Nelson Mandela
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