I’ve wondered about that, specifically when it comes down to college, homes and that other big-ticket item of weddings. I did think that it’s the kids of those that were lucky to receive that parental support who would have to adjust their expectations — but then again, the grandparents might well be leaving enough…

Agree, though we did get a lot more from Jared — he really was the star of this past season. The episode where he befriended Fiona, the one where he spoke on TV, even the moment in the last episode of the season where he screams at that guy getting ready for Burning Man or whatever they were doing in the…

The Melissa ones are definitely cuter, but they’ve been far more uncomfortable. I think it’s because the material is thinner? Hm. I ended up with Crocs that look like any other sandal (the “Croc” material is in the sole, not the straps) and they’ve been great in wet weather/beach situations. At this point, I don’t…

I think people just have this Pavlovian reaction to the brand name “Crocs” that makes them immediately book a one-way ticket to Hot Take City. While these aren’t what you’d wear to a fancy restaurant or whatever, they’re not that bad. I’ve seen way worse — like all high-end sneakers that are a cross between Jerry…

They’re one of the best things to find at flea markets — even the ones that usually have ridiculous markups (looking at you, Brimfield). People just don’t buy table linens anymore, so sellers price accordingly. The caveat is that they’re usually much smaller than current-day tablecloths. You’re golden if you have a…

Honestly? I think people just want the same “aspirational” content that they used to see in TV/magazines/other forms of content, without actually having to pay for content. You’ll see it if you look back on some of the lifestyle blogs that have been around for years — the content starts out as being a bit unpolished,…

This is what I can’t wrap my brain around. I used to work in the magazine realm (print and digital) and it was odd watching the rise of influencer culture. The same people who would incorrectly complain that market content (which wasn’t ad-sponsored or influenced) was stealth advertising are the ones who follow the…

I had a vague recollection of seeing a reality show pilot on TLC or Bravo that covered women who took the vintage thing a step too far — turns out it actually did exist and Jez wrote about it a few years ago: https://jezebel.com/5971904/tlcs-wives-with-beehives-is-kind-of-really-depressing

Someone brought up an interesting comment, about how it seems to be “all or nothing” with millennials (I’m one, just on the older end of the generation) and cooking. Either you’re making restaurant-caliber meals or ordering everything by takeout and using your stove as a quirky storage item. I can definitely see this…

Yes, it’s getting to that sad point with the Undertaker. It’s almost uncomfortable to watch.

Well that certainly sucks! Tipping is just one of those topics that people feel very, very strongly about, so it gets heated fast. It’s one of those things that’s personal (since it does involve money) yet not (since we’re all having to cover a restaurant’s wages due to the aforementioned crappy system).

Eh, that’s fine. I think 15% is fair if you felt that someone was rude to you, and I think you should get points for defaulting to 15% instead of those other options. It’s the ones who are leaving statement penny tips or nothing, who then talk about an elaborate story of wrongdoing from their server, that would be…

Oh yes. My couples vacation catchphrase is: “I know we paid money for this trip, but I’m not getting up at 6 am on my vacation to ‘make the most out of the day.’”

No, I agree with you — I’m a 20% tipper who has never had to speak to a manager. (And probably wouldn’t, unless it’s a compliment.) I’m saying this in regards to those who feel like crappy tipping is in any way justifiable, especially in that they feel it somehow makes a statement to the server.

And if it’s a service complaint, isn’t it more effective to speak to a manager? I don’t know if it’s likely that a server will see a bad tip and think “This is the kick in the pants I need to switch jobs! Thanks stranger!”* 

Just replying to say that I keep trying to star this and Kinja keeps wrongly taking away your stars. Anyway, I have nothing to add other than that you’re right and this is why I always tip 20%. I’m not Queen Shumway of Melmacia lording over my servants when I go out, I’m eating in a restaurant and a tip is part of…

While I love a good historic restoration and can imagine that working so hard on a home would lead one to feel a certain sense of ownership over the property, there was that time that Nicole decided to shame homeowners about taking down a flag that went a little off-the-rails (on Facebook, too). I think she ended up…

As someone with actual ADHD, I’m just amazed that anyone manages to get high or super-human focus on the medication that simply allowed me to function like a normal person. Seriously, my superpower on Adderall is being able to go to bed at a time that doesn’t qualify me as nocturnal and wake up at a socially…

Yes! My husband and I had this discussion about revisiting the movies we loved as kids, and I thought Ariel was way, way better off with her life under the sea. Awesome friends, a very caring father, fun treasures, and dazzling sea parties. The only good thing about Eric was his dog.

I actually thought the actor playing William was actually playing Prince Edward and added an additional layer of confusion to this whole thing.