I've seen so many older women doing this kind of undermining of younger women. At one company where I worked we had an older woman VP who was always grousing about how back when she was coming up they didn't have luxuries like parental leave and on-site day care, blahblahblah. You'd think that having seen how hard it…

I've only seen the Nashville episode, but it had Dolly, and Emmylou Harris, and a little bit of Carrie Underwood (off the top of my head). Oh, but you didn't mention the Nashville ep. You're systematically erasing country music!

Thank you, although losing a friend isn't really even in the same universe. I'm glad you've found at least some degree of healing, hope it continues. We all fall prey to distractions and tune-outs as parents—I know all too well the comfort of throwing myself into work when a kid is being worrisome—it's just that most…

Oh, God, I can't imagine a harder loss. I've only been through the suicide of a friend, but that was enough to know how it leaves loved ones with a terrible burden of guilt about what they should have picked up on or handled differently. Deepest heartfelt sympathies, grace and peace to you tonight.

I heard this on NPR - they described the purchase as "more than a dozen books," which I misheard as "more than a thousand books." I imagined them knocking off all the Christmas shopping right there, WHAM. The reality is still pretty cool but kind of a letdown.

Sincere apologies and an eye roll on behalf of my people. #notallgrays

I know. It's the one loss that I honestly don't know how people get through. To bury your child has to be the most heartbreaking thing on earth.

I agree - unless you're bicycling to work or going into space I don't see the need for a $20 mug that's vacuum sealed and keeps your coffee hot for 17 hours. I just need something I can carry to work and drink out of in the car, and if I knock it over I might have a little mess to clean up instead of a laptop (or a…

I agree - unless you're bicycling to work or going into space I don't see the need for a $20 mug that's vacuum…

Yes. I came here to say exactly this. I was horrified when I started poking around up in there.

Yes. I came here to say exactly this. I was horrified when I started poking around up in there.

I wonder how much this happens even in states without laws on the books. I lost someone to AIDS back in the 80s, and I know that his doctors in California routinely gave their patients approaching end stages a prescription for sedatives or something like that, saying "this can help you sleep and relax, but be careful…

Another red stater standing here beside you. Well said.

That was the line that took me out.

My favorite tumblr ever. THIS CAT FAILS ON ALL LEVELS.

I used to have a sweet downstairs neighbor who played in a polka band. I'll take it.

And medical opinion on what should or shouldn't be happening in pregnancy is even more subject to change. I have an old pregnancy book from the early '60s that says you should absolutely gain no more than 20 pounds. It advises that cigarettes are a great help in keeping your weight down, and if you don't smoke already…

You need more Clarence Carter in your life, my friend.

You can do a whole head at a time with a couple of bowls (but it doesn't work well with glass ones). http://www.marthastewart.com/932081/how-pee…

I'm glad your pastor and church are behind you, sorry for your mom & those in the congregation who aren't supportive. Sometimes the term "church family" is painfully appropriate.

I will join you in the old folks' corner. Love the Hairpin, love Jez, comment occasionally (hence the gray)—welcome new people!

Jennifer Lawrence is co-chair? Ooooh, Anna—way to serve ol' Gwyneth a little payback for last year's remarks!