Happy Mardi Gras everyone! I will spend today pretending I am still in New Orleans, eating paczki while I still can, and seeing a big brass band. While I do that, here are some links (I promise none are about the Oscars)!

In a crowded city, you’re bound to trip or cry in public at some point. This article does a really good job of describing what that’s like.

If you’re one of those annoying people who blocks the sidewalk while you slow down to a snail’s pace to text, or read an article while you walk, here’s something you might want to think about –unsightly TECHNECK.

I still love getting and giving personalized mixed cd’s from/to the people I am closest with. This playlist really brought me back.

Women are starting to take their rightful place among the world’s wealthiest. Holler! And if you liked that, you’ll probably like this piece on how to end the gender pay gap once and for all.

Here’s a revolutionary idea, ending homelessness by giving people homes.

If you love emojis and Beyonce (and who doesn’t really), you’ll love this.

Now go do something fun to celebrate!