Right? I can see not having any major medical issues in his past—some people never have to deal with surgeries until later in life—but NO history of alcohol? Like, not even a drink or two a week? Come on, dude.

The older I get, the weirder I feel about the whole Santa mythology. I don’t like that kids are taught that if they’re “good” they’ll be rewarded—what about kids whose parents can’t afford to get a ton of gifts, no matter how good their kids are? And what happens when kids realize it’s all a big sham? Why can’t we…

Cosby’s attorneys have to be pretty slimey, but do they honestly think this is a good idea? What does this kind of suit do other than make him look vindictive and delusional (on top of being a serial rapist)?

So I’m not supposed to go and cheer every time the whale comes on screen and fucks with the humans?

If I’m running a long distance, I’m trying to hit the splits that are appropriate for me and my body. I don’t need some creepy ass ghost trying to get me to run faster! Marathons are scary enough without girls climbing out of wells to kill me.

I’m sorry you’re dealing with so much stress at the moment. Sending your dad lots of good health wishes, and you good job wishes. And Idris Elba is pulling for you, too.

Ugh, that pisses me off. Unless I’m talking about something that’s specifically my husband’s (like his phone), I never say he “let’s me” do whatever. Just like I never “let him” do whatever. We’re adults and partners and have respect for each other and each other’s decisions.

They always rise again.

Generally I was excited about anything doll-related, but for some reason when I was like 6 I was dying for a My Pretty Ballerina doll. I didn’t take dance, my parents didn’t take me to the ballet, but I was praying for one of these. (I went to Catholic elementary school so I’m sure there was literal prayer involved.)…

Oh man, those were the best. I saved up (birthday/tooth fairy/yard sale money) and spent like a half an hour at the toy store trying to figure out which Kitty Surprise’s stomach looked the most pregnant. Somehow the one I picked out had 5 kittens. I’m obviously still unreasonably proud of this.

Who exactly buys GOOPstuff? Do people with that kind of money actually want to shop there, or do they go to more classic designer stores? Who is this target audience? What’s your bottom line, Paltrow?

...okay seriously how did that happen because I don’t know if it’s physically possible.

SO helpful! Thanks so much for all the recommendations!

Where do you go to buy good basics? I remember the Gap and J.Crew being places you could pick up t-shirts and jeans or cute dresses and cardigans or work clothes without paying an absurd amount of money, but now it’s all weirdly cut and cheaply made and overpriced. So where do you when you just want a nice, fucking…

100% this. I want some nice, not crazy expensive clothes that I can wear to work or at a nice dinner or at a friend’s wedding. Hell, I’d even take some cute clothes to wear when I need to step it up a notch from hoodies. And I’m willing to pay more for good quality fabrics. But ain’t no way I’m going to pay $250 for…

Yeah, I get that he’s family and it’s tough to think the very worst about your brother, but COME ON. This isn’t petty crime; this is child rape.

My current hairdresser must be some kind of conversation wizard, because she and I talk the whole time and it never feels awkward. Usually I get through like one or two basic conversation topics before it all gets awkward. Girl keeps the conversation flowing and does a great job on my hair—if she ever moves, my hair…

I wish I’d learned about banking/investing/etc. at a younger age. Even now it’s all kind of intimidating, and I’m sure there’s stuff I could do better to save more for the future. I wish I’d had a class on personal finance in high school, vs., say, geometry.

Whitest celebrity thing ever or whitest celebrity thing ever?