I don't understand this. There's no shortage of studies linking obesity to a smorgasbord of ailments and diseases, and you'd be hard pressed to find a medical professional that would tell you otherwise. Certainly the WHO considers it a major problem. I've been overweight to varying degrees my entire life, and I've…

I don't like dogs. Usually I find that 'attuned to human empathy' characteristic to be almost perfectly obnoxious, and I find it difficult to understand what others value about that kind of unconditional affection. But now that I give it a bit more thought, I guess it would be nice to come home to a cheery,…

Hated every second.

@MEKitten: Interesting. But I think the moral of the story is: A 'consumer guide' holds satirical potential, but don't use real names or you'll just look like a dick. Experiences vary, but I associate some of the most damaging abuses of trust - the ones that result in lasting neurosis - with long-term relationships.…

Regardless of where your sympathies lie, the two most notable turkeys are in the byline. Any sex that ends in having your full name published next to a starred review has to be the worst sex ever.

I consider use of the word feminist vital because it communicates exactly what I mean to say, leaving little room for interpretation or confusion: I align myself with the ideals of feminism. It's not like it ever comes up outside of related conversation and chances are you'll have the opportunity to elaborate. So…