What you’re describing is called a non-refundable retainer and they’re a: ethical violations in every jurisdiction I know of and b: absolutely rampant with consumer-facing lawyers.

A friend got through law school and landed his first job at a firm. Notices after a few weeks/months that clients would (I don’t know how legal billing works, pardon for inaccuracies) pay some lump sum, have legal work done that ended up costing less than the lump sum, and were not getting reimbursed. It wasn’t a lot.…

Actually thought this was going to be a recap of Caddyshack.

This sort of fat hate from the greys illustrates how not to be:

i have yet to be treated by one of these creatures, but i do believe they’re out there. somewhere.

I worked at Burger King on and off, mostly on, from the age of 16 to 18. About 2.5 years total, of which I worked there for probably 2. It was a terrible job that paid for shit.

yeah, that’s true. it also makes them resistant to outside ideas, and slaves to their own ideas.

I was a caddy for 7 years at the local country club. The caddy master was a 40 year old failed golf pro who got a power trip from picking on 13 year old kids. He hated me because my brother was a terrible caddy who would ditch and leave me to deal with the repercussions, which meant that I got the real shit loops.…

Body issues come from when you are a kid and other kids bully you but.... it also comes from fucking family members. I’ve always felt fat even when I’ve gotten in shape because I can always hear my family and friends insulting me about my weight. Now I’m in my 40's and single and do want to get into better shape for…

I’m really happy that IF works for you and I hope it continues to do so!

That said, I really hope you reconsider your messaging and how you talk about stuff like this. I’m sure you mean well (especially since you’re having such great success) but your comment reads as dismissive of others’ experiences to the point that…

I can believe there are some people for whom shame is a motivator that works. If you can utilize that in a healthy way for yourself and do what you want to do, be it losing weight, getting a degree, cleaning your room, whatever -- more power to you I guess. I mean, I don’t personally see how that can work, but I’m…

Now that do Intermittent Fasting, I consider 3 meals a day as an exhorbitant amount of food! With Diabetes, I d be dead by now if I ate 3 times a day. I eat 2 times/day. Once in a while I eat once a day and feel fantastic!

The thing that was chilling to me was the relationship between insurance companies and doctor behavior related to size. Sure, being really overweight is associated with health risks, but to allow or force doctors to harass people about their weight is worrying - it makes me wonder if we are headed to a future where…

Why is it so hard for so many people to just not be an asshole to (fat) people?!?!

This is literally what Kim Cattrall has done- she bought a lovely home in British Columbia, has an amazing apartment in NYC, does stage work, did a new tv series (on Netflix) and is a supportive auntie and friend. She is literally living the best life at 62 and it’s kinda easy to see that KC has invested her money-…

no shame. i bought that 5-song cassette the same day i got the barenaked ladies sandwich EP. it was a different time.

Since asian dudes are all the rage now, I’d be content being the lead in just one movie or one good show for a few seasons. I’d stash and invest and just coast on that and maybe an easy day job. Pettiness isn’t worth it.

I TOTALLY forgot about this song! I used to love Drinking Song/Good Night Irene.  I’m so embarrassed.  

non-canadians: Ghomeshi’s indie barbershop quartet from the 90s. this was a number one hit in canada *sigh*

let’s keep the King of Spain eating humble pie.