This and this are some pretty interesting articles about how we treat the ladies and people of the red carpet.

Phew! Glad I’m in the majority on this one.

Now these are the kinds of toys we need little girls playing with!

The secret gender messages in crossword puzzles.

One of mine is, “That’s handy!” You’ll enjoy this piece on fingerprint words.

Yoga class just got more interesting.

They’re really letting just any old word into the dictionary these days, huh?

I already knew it was a great natural neosporin, and cough suppressant, but now it cures canker sores?

Gosh, I hate the term butthurt so much. It makes me physically cringe whenever I hear anyone say it. I thought people were over it, but then I heard on on the street today. Is this really the message you’re comfortable sending?

“There is, however, a pretty obvious cause of butthurt that everyone envisions when they try to think of its point of origin. It’s called getting f****d in the ass.”

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!

Hi Friends! I spend the past 10 days or so relaxing, hitting the slopes to take advantage of all this fresh snow, and visiting the wonderful city of New Orleans over President’s day week. You may have missed my regular posts while I was on vacation, and please bear with me while I get back in the swing after my trips. Here are some links to keep you entertained while I get busy shaking the cobwebs out of my brain.

If this never-ending winter has you down, here are 10 proven ways that you can be happier.

A new nail polish always lifts my spirits. You too? I love the bright yellow they have pictured here. It just says sunshine.

Being born and raised in Upstate New York, I appreciated that The Huffington Post took the time to write an article about things upstate people can teach everyone else about living well.

This entire blog is dedicated to animals hitching a ride on other furry friends. LOVE.

I have a specific playlist that I listen to when I want  to fall asleep on a plane. This article covers the best things to listen to for your lullaby.

If Disney princesses wore historically accurate outfits, they would look like this.

If you loved Tara and Johnny’s commentary and matching outfits at the Sochi Olympics, don’t be too sad that they’re over because now they’re going to be on the red carpet at the Oscars. Is anyone else cheering right now?

If you’re thinking about doing a little spring shopping, here are all the staples that 20 somethings should have in their closets.

If you’re like everyone else in the northeast, you’re a little down and out that you didn’t get a snow day. It’d be cool if they existed after elementary school amirite? So, while you’re avoiding thinking about your commute home, here are some things to read.

While some things might be going wrong in Sochi, here’s why it’s tacky that everyone is tweeting about it.

The worst couples you’ll see while you’re out at your Valentine’s dinner tomorrow.

Ladies dancing in the red light district for a cause.

Who knew the Wikipedia had a gender gap? Here’s how people are trying to close it.

6 Reasons to Do Whatever You Want.

Here’s an interesting argument for looser drug laws. Marijuana may help stop the spread of HIV.

A brilliant commentary on the letters between stay at home and working moms that have gone viral.

How you shouldn’t act about Valentine’s Day.

Or if you’re looking for love, here’s some data on the words that are most successful in dating profiles.

If you’re anything like me, the Friday work hours before a long weekend are excruciatingly well, long. Here are some links to help you get through the day and into the glorious three day end of summer celebration.

Finally all of those years of not being able to cut construction paper and learning how to play sports the “right” way are paying off.