The mark of a truly well-written and iconic villain in any story is that their motivations low-key make a lot of sense. In short—they’re relatable. Someone who twirls their mustache and is evil for the sake of being evil is boring. Meanwhile, a flawed character, in whom we can see a part of ourselves reflected … Read more
Most people come with some sort of baggage and often enough, that baggage is their family. Sometimes this can be a great experience, and sometimes it ends up being living evidence of why in-law jokes go back for centuries. A mother of four wondered if she was wrong to kick her MIL out of the … Read more
Getting mistaken for someone else can lead to unexpected and funny results, especially when the mix-up occurs in a busy environment. Which is exactly what happened to Reddit user Geoliciouswerdsmith. In a post on the platform’s forum ‘I Don’t Work Here Lady,’ the man recounted an amusing visit to the grocery store when a local … Read more
Movies have a way of leaving an indelible mark on our psyche, becoming a part of our core memory. Some classics shaped our younger, formative years, while others have become all-time favorites, whether to commemorate a lost love or channel the inner badass we believe lives within ourselves. But some films make us fret about … Read more
Having kids who go to school or daycare usually means having to socialize with other parents. Whether it’s about school matters or organizing playdates, keeping a good relationship is important. Not only does it make drop-off and pick-up easier, but it helps your child make friends more easily, too. When they’re at this age, parents … Read more
It’s only after you become a parent that you realize raising your child has a lot more hidden challenges than you could have foreseen. And we’re not just talking about how tough it can be to help them out with their homework and what to pitch to Santa for this year’s Christmas gifts. Good parents … Read more
“Don’t cry over spilled milk!” And in this case, don’t shower either. When parents hire a new babysitter, they are putting a lot of trust in that person. Moms and dads are handing over their entire worlds when they leave their children in the care of a sitter, so it’s understandable that they might feel … Read more
Admitting that you have a problem, regardless of what it is about, is always a healthy way to begin dealing with it. Unfortunately, for many different reasons, it is also never really easy to do, as most of us find denial to be a more convenient option. It doesn’t even have to be anything incredibly … Read more
Following a new, hot-of-the-press trend can be extremely enticing. Our need to fit in and belong is perhaps the main reason why. And let’s face it, making a fun little video to a viral song or updating your wardrobe with the latest fashion craze can give us the dash of serotonin we desperately need to … Read more
It’s always fun to see the extreme and unrealistic ways you can earn money, isn’t it? For example, an unknown rich relative dying and leaving their whole wealth to you is an interesting concept, yet a highly unlikely one. Or, as one Redditor asked others, what if you must survive a chosen horror movie villain … Read more