This is the best and most thoroughly and thoughtfully written article I have ever read on Jezebel, and thank you so much Jia T. for it. I am in awe.

D’Arcy Wretzky: meth, not even once.

Yeah, I think this guy is not the right one for you, and in case s like that is it ALWAYS better to cut things off and move on sooner rather than later . The kid thing is a totally valid reason to not pursue a serious relationship with a guy, and if you don’t want kids that are plenty of guys out there who don’t want…

I feel you, and it took me a WHILE to get comfortable in my newly-expanded skin after a long and serious health scare. One thing that helped was doing some sort of exercise every week (I have a chronic illness, so sometimes I can’t do much some days, but can on others). I joined the local Y and go swimming when I am…

Over one month free and clear of drugs should be fine for a drug test. Drink lots of fluids.

I remember your previous share! Glad you gave us an update, it sounds like things are moving along in spite of the PhD bump in the road (honestly, that UK university sounds like a bunch of total jerk-faces that don’t deserve any more of your time and money!). SO glad you are applying for jobs and have some solid…

Sounds like IBS, but you should go to a gastrointernologist to be sure. They can prescribe anti-nausea medication and also a dietary change, but that should be done with a doctor’s advice, not the Internet’s. They would want to run a few tests to rule out other possible causes first. I have IBS, and it can largely be…

You need to see a doctor. Sounds like you may have under-active thyroid or some other underlying issue. Also, a referral to a dietitian would help, because they too can see what it is you are eating and may have knowledge of why that sort of diet is not working for your body. But get yourself to a doctor first and…

You could use decorative duct tape to bling out your cane, like the ones in this link below (but they are also easily purchased at hardware and craft stores). Easy on and off, comes in hundreds of different patterns:

Love Grade’s videos.

It is a surprisingly touching bit of code. Robot hugs for everyone!

Yes, that’s pretty much what I paid for it. Best of luck!

I do think you are over-thinking it a bit. A lot of people don’t have middle names at all, including a close friend of mine. So there’s that. Also, you can just have a single letter as a middle name, if you are committed to having an initial there. Finally, it’s your middle name, and pretty much no one will ever hear…

Second the Nioxin 3 shampoo and conditioner recommendation. I get mine on Amazon, and have had no issues with counterfeits. Just be careful from which seller you buy it from (usually looking at the reviews helps). You can also get it at most salons.

The pic with Mr. T is ADORABLE.

Holy shit that was a lot of blood.

Hypothetically, if you rescue the dog, what’s going to prevent that monster from getting another dog to beat?

I agree. There is definitely a double-standard.

That’s a good point. I never had to re-learn social behaviors like that.

I grew up with a alcoholic parent, and at a very young age I remember promising myself I would never drink alcohol. And I never have. I have no judgement on those who do—I just know its not for me.