Lyndon B. Johnson was known for wandering the White House turning off lights in rooms he thought empty, sometimes to the surprise of people working in those rooms. This earned him the nickname “Light Bulb Johnson.”
After losing a drunken bet…
After losing a drunken bet with his bandmates, Sabaton singer Joakim Broden had to walk to the band’s next gig. Broden walked from Falun, Sweden to Trondheim, Norway, over ~700km, staying at fans’ houses and accepting food/beer donations along the way to complete the journey.
This is Why More and More Men Are Painting Their Nails
If you see a male with painted toes and fingernails and assume that he’s either a) got a young daughter or b) is somehow living outside the mainstream of masculinity, well, be prepared to change your assumptions, my friends.
The menicure is here, and it looks like it’s gonna stay.
#meow 
Fashion trends come and go, but I, for one, always cheer for the ones that bring up discussions about freedom and longstanding but useless social constructs, don’t you?
Men painting their nails isn’t exactly new – musicians like Kurt Cobain and David Bowie led the charge in the days of grunge and emo, and actors and other celebrities like Marc Jacob and Jonathan Van Ness are on trend today, along with (according to Mei Kawahiri) Harry Styles, Asap Rocky, and Pete Davidson.
#nailsbymei #handpainted #greenjuice #asapfergThough it used to be that black nails was the main thing on men, guys today are really venturing out – choosing different colors and, honestly, living their best lives.
Whether they take a leap with color or stick to neutrals that are easy to match, men getting manicures and pedicures is becoming a mainstream thing.
Anything that challenges us, promotes inclusion, celebrates diversity, or encourages people to express their most authentic self is on the menu – and on trend – in today’s society. And as a women who has had the socially acceptable option to paint her nails every day of her adult life, I can vouch for the fact that a little pop of color can make you feel happier, more confident, and just give you a reason to smile.
’$There’s no reason to deny those things to men who want to paint their nails, so the next time you see a guy sporting his happy menicure, make sure to pay him what I’m sure will be a well-deserved compliment.
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Here’s a Hack for Helping Your Kid Learn to Tie Their Own Shoes
My oldest child is 3, and I’ve been wondering how many years I have left of tying shoes (or buying ones that close with hooks and loops). Apparently, it’s still a while down the road for me, but if your kid is ready but still struggling to master tying his or her own shoes, here’s a pretty genius hack for making it happen sooner rather than later.
“My name is Colton and there’s a new way to tie shoes,” the 5-year-old says in a video before showing the world how he learned to tie his sneakers from a friend at school.
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Kids struggle to tie their shoes mostly because their fingers aren’t big enough to hold the loops shut while they tie the shoes – they can either tie the knot or maintain the loop, but not both at the same time.
But the way Colton does it eliminates the problem completely.
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Instead of trying to hold the loops shut with his fingers, Colton sticks the end of the shoelace into the top lace hole, holding them in places while he ties the (double) knot.
Then, he pulls the ends free and goes about his day!
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I’m in no hurry for my littles to become bigs, but since it’s going to happen eventually, I’m going to keep this little trick in my back pocket.
How did you teach your kids how to tie their shoes? Share it with us in the comments!
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Cute, Funny Animal Tweets for Your Enjoyment
I need this in my life in a major way.
I’m talking about quality animal posts that immediately put you in a better mood.
Let’s stop wasting time with this chatter and get to the good stuff!
1. A real negotiation.
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2. Please pay attention to this.
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3. I definitely appreciate this.
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4. I knew it!
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5. Total chaos.
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6. It’s our loss.
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7. Peak happiness.
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8. What did you expect?
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9. Punk Rawk.
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10. Time for all of us to cry.
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11. Please accept this gift.
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12. He couldn’t help it.
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13. We’re here!
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14. They are cute…even though they mess sh*t up.
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15. I will follow you anywhere.
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Those sure put me in a good mood!
How about you? Are you an animal lover?
If the answer is YES, and I bet it is, share some pics of your little furbabies in the comments.
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A Woman Was Alone at a Screening of “Cats” and Tweeted the Whole Thing
The recent movie adaptation of the stage play Cats received a lot of publicity. Most of it wasn’t good. Like, at all. You know what they say, though – all publicity is good publicity – though I just don’t know if that’s always true.
There were actual fans of the play and of the actors who signed on for the movie (so many stars!) who were excited to check it out.
One such person is Australian Brydie Lee-Kennedy, who has to try so hard to check the film out at an open air screening it seemed like the movie was trying to save her from herself.
We’ve come to an open air screening of Cats and…no one else is here pic.twitter.com/LbF9Cmn0pH
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
When she first arrived, no one else was there.
Three people did eventually show up, along with…more bats than that.
It is Australia, though, so creepy wildlife is expected and, I imagine, planned for.
Update: 3 people and many many bats have joined us pic.twitter.com/teiiRSk2Ev
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
The spot where they were viewing the film (or trying to) usually sells out, so everyone seemed a bit confused about what was going on.
An employee suggested it was because the film was for children (it’s the opposite of that), but Brydie and her friends soldiered on.
A few more people have arrived but really not many (this cinema pretty much always sells out) and a staff member suggested to me that it’s because it’s a kids movie. Is…is it?
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
5 minutes into the movie and my very not online friend has googled “What is Cats about” and loudly asked me “is that the cat with the big dick?” (It was)
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
Then, the sound went out.
Oh my god they’ve stopped the movie because apparently the sound wasn’t working properly? We couldn’t hear the music at all but we assumed it was intentional, like Rebel Wilson was supposed to be just…scatting (sCATting)
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
And a thunderstorm showed up, much to the delight of some.
The sound came back on in time for James Corden’s big number and it’s just started absolutely pissing it down. Act of god??? The guy in front of us is yelling “YES LET IT RAIN”, he’s not wrong.
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
The employees at the outdoor theater eventually canceled the showing, even though the audience had been there for two hours and had only seen (but not necessarily heard) about 15 minutes of the movie.
I’m not kidding guys…they just cancelled the screening. Because of the rain. We sat in a mostly empty amphitheatre for 2 hours then watched 15 minutes of Cats without proper sound and now we’re being sent home. Everyone is just sitting in the rain clapping nothing.
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
Kennedy said that even though she was actually looking forward to the movie, she thinks that the apocalyptic nature of the showing was appropriate and exactly how T.S. Eliot would have wanted it.
“Well, cats hate rain”- my very philosophical friend who just woke up from a nap
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
I really can’t stress enough how much I’ve been looking forward to this movie and yet…this feels right. Pure. We didn’t even see Taylor Swift or hear Memory. It’s how TS Elliot would’ve wanted it.
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
And that’s how a woman from Australia came to give one of the best non-reviews of Cats at a time when bad reviews of Cats were something of a contact sport.
Cursed movie. Greatest night of my life.
— Brydie Lee-Kennedy (@BrydieLK) January 23, 2020
Did you see the film? Did you want to? Tell us about your experience at the theater, as well!
Drop those comments, fam!
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Here’s an Eye-Opening Discussion of What Constitutes a Livable Wage
There’s a lot of conversation in America today about what people are owed for honest work, and how what they’re actually being paid helps them live – or not – in the real world. Some people claim that the current minimum wage is fine, that people could surely live on it if they just tried hard enough, and if they can’t, well, they can always get a second job.
Others disagree, believing that people who work 40 hours a week should be able to afford to live without the fear of having to choose between a roof over their head, medical care, and food in their (or their kids’) stomach.
Crazy, right?
One Tumblr user made the statement that there was no state where a minimum-wage worker could afford the rent on a one-bedroom apartment.
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As expected, someone was there to point out that apartments in most states can be found for around $500 a month.
Surely affordable, right?
But then they went on to make a quip about Bernie Sanders supporters and people not fact-checking their claims.
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If you think the conversation ended there, well, you would have missed the best part.
This person came back with a breakdown of what it actually takes to live on minimum wage – not just pay rent – and there’s really no arguing with their logic.
And it continues…
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No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, you have to admit this last person made a point – and if you believe that someone working hard and showing up day after day, week after week, should be able to afford every last necessity (and maybe even afford to save some for a rainy day), you should realize that voting for a raise in the minimum wage is the right thing to do.
I mean, I’m calling my reps right now!
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Funny Memes to Help You Get Through Flu Season
In case you haven’t been paying attention, flu season is definitely here and it’s particularly nasty this year. Kids are sick. Parents are sick. EVERYONE IS SICK.
But, I have some good news for you! Laughter can help make you feel a little bit better!
Enjoy these funny memes, take two aspirin, and call me in the morning.
1. I can’t even bear to look.
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2. It’s all around us!
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3. Wear a HAZMAT suit to work.
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4. Maybe you shouldn’t have said anything.
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5. You’ll need superhuman strength.
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6. An assault on the body.
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7. Not quite the same.
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8. How romantic…
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9. Power through it.
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10. Who did this?!?!
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11. Can’t. Get. Sick.
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12. It’s definitely in the air.
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13. Already booked it.
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14. Beware of everyone.
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15. Boom! Genius!
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16. Fill ‘er up.
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I feel better already!
How about you? Did you get the flu this year? Or maybe your family did?
Let us know how it’s going in the comments!
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Enjoy These Golden Comedy Nuggets From the Tumblr Mines
Sometimes it’s nice to stop and smell the Tumblr genius – it’s always pumping, even when you’re away cheating with other social media sites (or, gasp, real life!).
If you feel as if you’ve been missing out lately, well, here are 14 little treasures we don’t want you to miss.
14. This 100% killed me dead.
13. You need to run to that altar.
12. Is this a real thing and why didn’t I know?
11. You’re not walking in my shoes, okay!?
10. A golden moment with a stranger.
9. Do directors from London really understand how big Texas is, though?
8. Proof that cats are the same all over the world.
7. Mostly number 4 here.
6. Such a sweet father-son moment.
5. It might be the same thing honestly.
4. This imaginary exchange is so sweet.
3. Foiled again!
2. Just play your part as best as you can.
1. His face needs to be a meme immediately.
Sure, I could have gone my whole life without reading these mini-discourses, but why would I want to?
Which one of these made you feel like it’s time to return to Tumblr more often?
Tell us in the comments!
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Bowie Is Instagram’s New Favorite Cat
The online world loves cats, and we’re always ready to embrace another adorable, unique, funny kitty when they leap insistently onto the screen, but there are just so many of them!
That said, when you’re as funky and cool as this cat – right down to your musician-inspired name – everyone is bound to give you a few more than your five minutes of fame.
. . ¡Es viernes! Y hoy la historia de Bowie ha sido compartida por la emisora de Rock más importante de España @rockfm, ¡es genial! ¿Que canciones estarían en vuestra playlist de #bowiethecat? ¡Dejadnos vuestra favorita en comentarios! Meet Bowie, and be prepared to fall in love.
In 2018, Bowie was abandoned and ended up in a veterinarian’s office in Spain, but he didn’t stay there for long.
His person, Maria Lloret, fell in love with the cat with the unique markings and different colored eyes – one green and one blue – the instant she saw him.
Bowie comes complete with an ivory coat, patches of russet and black all over his head, neck, and torso, and grey stripes on his tail.
You could say he’s the best of all worlds.
As Maria began obsessively photographing her handsome good boy (as one does), other people started to take notice of Bowie, too.
Maria also blogs about her life with Bowie and advocates for animal adoption and generally spreads happiness and awareness about living with a lovely pet.
I think we can all agree that he’s quite the specimen – I could scroll through pictures of him for awhile without getting bored.
He’s a star!
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