Almost twenty years ago, Jay Shafer popularized the idea of living in tiny homes as a whole culture, but today the demand for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) is also due to the high cost of “stationary” housing. So it is not surprising that more and more Americans are interested in tiny homes and other ADUs. … Read more
Getting kids to do household chores (ew) is a true brain teaser for many parents. Even with various reward systems, charts, endless talk-throughs, and constant reminders, it can be difficult to convince them to help out without losing one’s patience. Redditor Odd_Hat_2030 even started wondering if there was something wrong with her son, who just … Read more
Most of us have heard the phrase “Accidents happen.” It’s usually to comfort us after a mistake we’ve made or an incident that had unintended consequences. It’s true, accidents really do happen; some of them minor, like spilling tea over a coffee table at a friend’s house, and others more significant, like a spacecraft crash. … Read more
Every era has its myths. In the myths of ancient people, heroes split the sky with stone axes in anger and sank to the bottom of the sea for hidden treasures. In the myths of the 19th century, people believed that progress was inexhaustible and that each discovery brought only good to humanity. In both … Read more
‘Twas the year 1999, and the world was on tenterhooks. We were in the grip of Y2K doomsday prediction paranoia. Many of us had been led to believe that all hell would break loose when the clock struck 12 on New Year’s Eve, and we moved over into a new millennium. Banks would freeze, traffic … Read more
Tori Spelling came up with a new way of letting her son earn a few extra bucks. Nope, it does not involve taking out the trash, it does not involve a lemonade stand, and it does not involve laundry. In fact, it does not involve any old-fashioned way of having a child earn their allowance. … Read more
One of the most powerful online tools at your disposal is the sprawling Google Earth project, which allows you to use satellite imagery to view a three-dimensional representation of the planet, including impressive landscapes and bustling cities. While using the program, you can stumble upon some truly bizarre finds and curiosities that you might feel … Read more
The biggest night in football is never just about football! It’s also about spectacular halftime shows, attention-grabbing commercials, and, of course, a spectacle put on by the celebrities with their game-day fashion. Some kept it classy, some kept it sporty-chic with their outfits for the showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. … Read more
Being a good Samaritan is always admirable. But sometimes, that kindness is met not with gratitude. In fact, the recipient might leave you wondering why you stepped in to do them any favors at all. Today’s Original Poster (OP) shares the story of how they helped a friend in need by inviting him into their … Read more
If there’s something in this world that we still have the power to control, it must be reviews. These short sentences of practical wisdom shared with fellow customers, shoppers, or diners can totally make it or break it for brands, services, and products. Think of the last time you went on Amazon to get your … Read more