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Enjoy These Funny Tweets About the Wonderful World of Marriage

Marriage is an eternal union where two people are bonded together forever – wait a second, what am I talking about?

People these days get married so they can tweet about it and the rest of us can enjoy it.

At least, that’s my understanding of the institution of marriage. I might be a bit off, though…

But let’s not choose sides here, let’s just all agree that marriage can equal comedy gold. Just like these tweets!

1. It’s not going very well. 

2. Having some dark thoughts?

3. He needed to see the ending.

4. How romantic…

5. A new family member.

6. She always comes through.

7. Thanks a lot!

8. Still have some things to work on.

9. A nice little Friday night.

10. I’m sure she doesn’t find this annoying at all.

11. That has ended many relationships.

12. Things are getting a little testy.

13. Get into the corners really well.

14. His biggest achievement.

15. Them’s the rules.

Ladies and gents, share a funny marriage story with us.

And be sure to tell us how long you’ve been hitched so we can compare tales!

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15 Greasy Tweets About Fast Food

We all know fast food is pretty bad for you, but dammit, it’s delicious. Am I right or am I right?

Clearly, I’m on the same page as the people responsible for the tweets below, because they are not holding back. At all.

And I’m with them…are you?

1. Was it good, though?

2. Not mine, sir.

3. That’s how it works.

4. Judy wants the carnitas…

5. Might be a long day.

6. They do tend to add up.

7. These are for everyone.

8. It’s a classy joint.

9. Drive and don’t stop!

10. We all do this from time to time.

11. …And it’s working…

12. Make a pit stop.

13. Did he Super Size?

14. They knew you were classy.

15. I understand that Einstein was a big fan of their roast beef.

What’s your favorite fast food joint?

Mine’s a tie between White Castle and a chain in Kansas City called Taco Via.

Tell us yours in the comments! Let’s compare notes!

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Here Are Some Spooky Movies Kid-Friendly Enough to Watch with Your Little Ones This Halloween

Listen up, parents!

Halloween and scary movies don’t have to be all about blood, guts, and gore, right?

RIGHT!

We need to leave some room for the kids to have a good time and get all creeped out this Halloween season, too. Well, we’re all in luck!

Here are 12 movies that are spooky, but not too spooky. They’re creepy, but not too creepy. You get my drift: they’re Halloween movies that are kid-friendly.

So before you send your kids out the door to trick or treat, they can enjoy these movies to get in the Halloween spirit.

Bonus: some of these are on Netflix so you don’t have to go very far!

1. A Witch’s Ball

It’s tough out there for a young witch, isn’t it? Beatrix’s chances of being inducted into the ranks of witches becomes jeopardized and she relies on her best friend, a rat, to help her out.

2. R.L. Stine’s Mostly Ghostly

Is R.L. Stine the best, or what? If you’re familiar with his Goosebumps series, then you’ll love this movie.

3. All Hallows Eve

Eve is a teenage witch who just turned Sweet 16, and she accidentally summons an ancestor who might be up to no good. Uh oh!

4. Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween

Goosebumps + Halloween + kids who need to save the day = a great recipe.

5. Mickey’s House of Villains

Our beloved Mickey faces off against a whole lot of Disney villains. Don’t mess with Mickey!

6. DreamWorks Spooky Stories

Four short stories that will definitely send chills up your spine (and definitely the kids’!).

7. DreamWorks Spooky Stories 2

Another set of stories that features characters from some of DreamWorks’ most iconic films, including Shrek and Megamind. Spooky and fun!

8. Little Monsters

We’re going all the way back to the 1980s with this one! A very young Fred Savage befriends the monster who lives under his bed. What an adventure!

9. Monster Family

Enjoy the family dynamic of a group of classic movie monsters, including characters similar to Frankenstein, a mummy, a werewolf, and a witch.

10. My Babysitter’s A Vampire

A kid who is a little too old to have a babysitter discovers that the one his parents hired to watch him might not exactly be human.

11. Spookley The Square Pumpkin

Spookley is a different kind of pumpkin…he’s square. But he doesn’t let that get him down and he shows all the other pumpkins that it’s okay to be different.

12. Coraline

I’ve heard some parents say that Coraline is a little too creepy for the young ones, but give it a shot and see how the kiddos react. At least they’ll be interested because visually the film is so fascinating.

What are some of your top Halloween movies that you like to watch with your kids during October?

Share them in the comments below!

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This Is How the Earth Got Its Name

It’s pretty obvious, especially if you’ve ever read any Greek and Roman mythology, how most of the planets (Mercury, Mars, Venus, Saturn, and the rest) in our solar system got their names, but what about Earth?

There’s no Roman or Greek god named Earth, I’m pretty sure.

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You might not know that there’s a different word for our planet in other languages – terra (Portuguese), dunya (Turkish), and aarde (Dutch), to name a few – but that each word is, like Earth, derived from a root word meaning ‘ground,’ or ‘soil.’

The use of the word ‘earth’ goes back around 1,000 years (that we know of), to when English was evolving from Anglo-Saxon as Germanic tribes spread from Europe into Britain. The Anglo-Saxon word for ‘earth’ was ‘erda‘ and the German equivalent ‘erde,’ both meaning ground or soil.

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In Old English, the words became ‘eorthe‘ or ‘ertha.‘ Over the next millennium, we get the word ‘earth’ to mean soil – eventually it came to mean the planet as a whole.

Earth is definitely the only planet name that was never connected to Greco-Roman mythology, which might perhaps be because the other planets were discovered over time, whereas people have always lived on the earth. Translations of the Bible also support the fact that our planet was never referred to by any word that meant something other than the land itself.

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And now you know – just wait until you can drop some of this etymology at your next dinner party!

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4 Words That Experts Say Can Double Your Chances of Getting What You Want from Someone

Some folks are more comfortable with asking for help than others, but the fact of the matter is, we all have to do it sometimes.

And if you have to communicate with another human being and ask for something, it’s much better to maximize your chances of getting what you need out of the whole scenario, right?

If you agree, remember these 4 words: but you are free…

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The but you are free (BYAF) compliance-gaining technique works when you make your request, then add “but you are free to refuse” or something like that at the end.

It works, says communication researcher Christopher Carpenter, because it eases the “target’s” perception that his or her ability to say no is being taken away.

“One of the experimenters approached individuals walking alone in a shopping mall in France. In the control condition, the experimenter made a simple, direct request: ‘Sorry, Madam/Sir, would you have some coins to take the bus, please?’ In the experimental condition, the experimenter added: ‘But you are free to accept or refuse.’ Those in the experimental condition gave twice as much as those in the control condition.”

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The wording of the phrase actually doesn’t matter; “but obviously do not feel obligated” and other variations have been found to be just as effective.

“The factor most consistently emerging has been the importance of verbally recognizing the target’s freedom to say ‘no.’”

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So, the next time you really want someone to do something for you, try reminding them that they’re free to tell you to take a hike.

It might seem counterintuitive, but it works!

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Check out the Air-Breathing Snakehead Fish That’s Invading Georgia

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s going to look like when nature finally rises up to finish off human beings once and for all, well, this air-breathing fish that’s able to trade water for land seems like a good candidate.

It’s called the Northern Snakehead, and wildlife officials in Georgia are advising residents to kill them on sight.

 

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The fish, which can breathe air long enough to traverse short distances on land, is not native to North America. That means it’s invasive, and can easily upset local ecosystems by outcompeting endemic species for food and habitats if it is allowed to reproduce and spread unchecked.

There are several varieties of snakehead fish – this particular one is native to East Asia, not in privately owned ponds in Gwinnett County, Georgia, where the first one was spotted.

 

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The fish is nightmarishly long – it can reach up to 3 feet in length – and a mottled or splotchy brown color. If you catch or see one, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division would like you to kill it and then freeze it until someone from the agency’s fisheries office can come and collect it.

 

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No one knows for sure how it first arrived in North America, or in Georgia specifically, but the aquarium trade or the food industry are the most likely culprits.

Georgia is not alone in this battle – varieties of snakehead have been spotted in 14 states so far.

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These Disney Tricks Could Make Your Day at the Parks Even Better

Disney parks are some of the most magical places on earth, and most people who have visited might be inclined to agree. They dot their i’s, cross their t’s, and go out of their way to make sure every guest (no matter the weather or the lines) has a truly wonderful experience.

That said, they’re still theme parks, which means there are headaches that go along with the magic – but the 10 people below have some really great tips on how to mitigate at least a few of them.

10. Check out RideMax.

“A few years ago, my friends surprised me with my first trip to Disneyland and they used a RideMax subscription to maximize the amount of stuff we got to do. You put in the rides and events you want to do, and it uses an algorithm to plan your day out, taking into account FastPass retrieval and historical wait times. You can include blocks of free time so you don’t feel rushed. We spent the whole day there, went on 20 rides.” —brushbender

9. Take advantage of the morning after.

“Go to a park the day after Evening Extra Magic Hours. Everyone will have gone the night before and the park should be quieter.” —Wicked_smaht_guy

8. If you want a cheap meal…

“If you want a cheap, ongoing snack from the park for the duration of your trip, get one of the souvenir popcorn buckets! They’re $10 up front, and then $1.50 for refills all day every day. Sometimes the cast members will just give you the refill, though. I saw an older gentleman get a free top-off in front of me. I was actually given a Pluto bucket for free due to my honeymoon pin!” —detraction-action

7. Don’t abandon ship.

“When Space Mountain breaks down, stay in line. Even if you’re at the entrance. It will be back up in 10-15 mins. Space Mountain is like one of those cascading marble toys, but stuck in an endless loop. Cast members need to fill cars every 30-60 seconds. If they miss that timeline, it breaks down. So they have to push everything back to its correct spot and start again.” —canOair

6. Bring a Ziploc bag or two.

“Use Ziploc bags for various electronics in case of sudden downpour or water ride.” —carolinejay

5. Golf balls are good for more than sport.

“Bring golf balls to roll your feet on for a deep tissue massage at the end of the day.” —detraction-action

4. Don’t suffer through blisters.

“First aid gives out the best Band-Aids for blisters. I’ve tried to find them in stores but I can’t. They also have OTC meds. We’ve had to deal with allergic reactions at the park and received Benadryl from first aid.” —fluffy_bunny22

3. This sounds like a super fun game to play with your kids.

“Buy a bunch of cheap Disney pins off eBay and bring them to the parks. The cast members wear lanyards with a lot of cool collectible pins just waiting for someone to ask to trade. It’s a cheap way to get souvenirs and it’s kind of fun to see who can get the coolest ones.” —yosephu

2. Don’t be afraid to ask.

“I was a cast member at Disney World. If you tell a cast member you spilled your soda, dropped your popcorn, or anything along those lines, they will replace it, no questions asked.” —yosephu

1. You can bring your own water bottle.

“Bring a water bottle in your bag. It’s allowed and you can refill the bottle for free at any food kiosk that provides fountain drinks.” —detraction-action

I can’t wait until the next time I can put some of these into action!

Do you love Disney? Have you tried any of these, or will you in the future? Let us know in the comments!

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15 Cats That Are Really Rude

The kitty cats in these pics are just flat-out rude. And guess what? They’re not gonna apologize for it, either.

Rude, crude, unrefined, and bordering on the out of control, these cats are.

Be prepared to shake your head at this mischievous kitties.

1. I “knead” you to stay out of the kitchen.

I just thought it needed more kneading from CatsAreAssholes

2. Diesel up to no good.

My wife and I are on our way to a wedding in Vermont and we pulled over on the highway to switch drivers and as soon as we got out our cat Diesel stepped on the lock button and locked us out. from CatsAreAssholes

3. Wasn’t having it.

4. That’s why you can’t breathe.

5. Not yours anymore.

6. Just go ahead and ignore it.

Glad I Bought Nacho a New Cat Bed… from CatsAreAssholes

7. Doesn’t seem like he cares.

I’ve been told this belongs here, and I’m inclined to agree. from CatsAreAssholes

8. Rampage in full effect.

She looked guilty for a split second, then continued on her rampage from CatsAreAssholes

9. Make yourself at home.

This is our kitchen. This is not my cat. from CatsAreAssholes

10. Don’t mess with Olivia.

My wife and our cat Olivia are in a constant battle for control of my wife’s pregnancy pillow. Yesterday, the cat won. from CatsAreAssholes

11. Now you know why.

So that’s why my kitchen floor is always wet. from CatsAreAssholes

12. Almost gave the friend a heart attack.

friend called me hysterical thinking my cat she was sitting had escaped… a few hours later he reveals himself (from a spot she checked) from CatsAreAssholes

13. He’s definitely taunting you.

This is why you dont tell your cat no from CatsAreAssholes

14. Bring those back!

Stealing my slippers every day from CatsAreAssholes

15. Thanks for nothing.

“Clean black work clothes? Don’t mind if I do!” Fluffy cats everywhere from CatsAreAssholes

Do you have a rude cat roaming your house and making a mess of things?

Share a pic or a story in the comments!

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This Is Why ‘Walt Disney World’ Got Walt’s Name and Disneyland Didn’t

There are a lot of differences between Disney World and Disneyland. One small difference that you may not even be aware of is in their names. Disney World’s full name is Walt Disney World, while Disneyland is just Disneyland. What’s up with that?

Let’s start at the beginning: Disneyland came first. It opened in 1955 in California. The name, Disneyland, was likely chosen because it was a natural choice for a theme park at the time. Other contemporary parks bear names like “Fairyland” or “Playland,” so “Disneyland” just makes sense.

Over a decade later in 1966, Walt Disney released a promotional video to announce that there would be a second Disney theme park in Florida. This one would be called Disney World, likely because it was on a much bigger plot of land than Disneyland.

It’s not clear why he went with two words for Disney World, while Disneyland is just one word, other than the fact that “Disneyworld” doesn’t look quite right.

Disney World wasn’t originally going to have Walt’s first name attached, but he passed away in December 1966, before the park even got into the construction phase. His brother, Roy Disney, postponed his  own retirement to help out with the Disney World project, and he decided to add Walt’s name to the park as a tribute.

And that, folks, is the only reason that one of the parks’ names has Walt in the title – as a tribute from a sibling to his recently deceased brother.

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15 Newspaper Layouts That Really Blew It

Wow. Can someone tell me what the heck happened here?

Someone clearly dropped the ball in these cases of newspaper fails, and I’d like to speak to the editor (or the manager, just like Karen).

These photos might infuriate you if you have an eye for details…and order…and layouts…

1. Hmmmm….

I’m glad he’s ok from tombstoning

2. Creepy little puppy.

That sick puppy! from tombstoning

3. They’re all in complete awe.

Show her the real you from tombstoning

4. The duck is watching.

Does this count from tombstoning

5. Way to go, George.

I hope this counts from tombstoning

6. Looks like a bloodbath.

What he lacked in remorse, he made up for in appetite. from tombstoning

7. Get ’em, Serena!

She’s Got a Hell of a Backhand… from tombstoning

8. Off to a good start.

Start ’em young! from tombstoning

9. Can’t keep a pirate down.

You’re a crook, Captain Hook. from tombstoning

10. She looks harmless to me.

(X-post from r/crappydesign) An old favourite of mine from my local newspaper from tombstoning

11. Which way do you want it?

Make up your mind from tombstoning

12. Looking kind of rough.

Matt’s been having a rough time lately from tombstoning

13. Might be a little extreme.

Some methods more extreme than others… (OR: I finally found this pic a good home!) from tombstoning

14. Throw away the key.

It’s always the clowns! from tombstoning

15. Poor little piggies.

Honestly the ham was a little dry. from tombstoning

Major fails!

But also pretty hilarious, if I do say so myself.

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