Ugh, it’s November. Really?! Well hey, at least Halloween is over and Christmas will be here soon. The only time of year when people actually act like they like each other But we’re not there yet, so let’s just have some internet finds, shall we?
Really, they’re all nonsense and fun this week. Because sometimes, we have to step away from the “here’s useful information” stuff.
First, on the awkward topic of friendship in adulthood.
How Friendships Change in Adulthood
Oh man, this hits home for me. Friendship is a really sensitive topic for me in the first place, because I’ve never really had many friends. At any point in my life. Something I’ve wanted dearly, but has never really happened for me. (Not a sob story, just the odd/awkward story of me.) Anyway, I identified with a lot of these points and observations. Anyone else? Also, anyone want to make a date or a phone date in the next week?
Next, some true-to-life feminist stuff.
Famous quotes, the way a woman would have to say them during a meeting.
If you even think this isn’t true, you’re lying to yourself. Good gracious, we all do this and it’s not cool. So let’s follow it up with these reminders from Vogue.
6 Things Working Women Should Never Write in Email
My favorite?
“If you want my two cents . . . ”
A man usually gives his three cents, and he certainly doesn’t offset his thoughts with this phrase.
Touche.
OK, now some cool shit.
Photographer Strips Tattooed People To Show What’s Hidden Below
Can we maybe not judge tattoos, folks? OK, thanks. And yes, I have a tattoo. And yes, I would like about a thousand more. And no, I’m not worried about how they’ll look at any point during my life as long as I love them.
Finally, CATS FOR THE WINNNNNNN.
Just saying. Not a goblin.
Things I shared on social:
A Year-Long U.S. Road Trip for People Who Want 70-Degree Weather Every Day
Scientists just found that red meat causes cancer … or did they?