These days, it often seems like more bad news than good news is out there. Sometimes, it feels like we need to prepare before diving into the big, bag world that is the internet because you never know what horrible you might come across. So, to feel a little less upset about the state of the world and everything in it, we decided to try to brighten up your day in the only way [...]
Teachers Open Up About Things They Can’t Share with Their Students
I like to remember myself as being a perfect angel when I was in school. I like to imagine I was the kind of student teachers liked to have. But maybe I'm wrong. Maybe teachers thought I was a little know-it-all or that I talked to my friends too much in class, but they rarely said anything. There are a lot of things teachers wish they could say to their students but, for one [...]
Times the English Language Threw Us For a Loop
The English language is deceptively simple. Picture it: you’re sitting in English class. The teacher presents some straightforward rules for spelling and grammar and then goes on to talk about all the exceptions to the rules. It seems like all these rules exist in order to be broken. How can two words that are spelled the same be pronounced completely differently? How can you [...]
People Whose Day Couldn’t Get Any Worse
When we miss the bus, run out of milk or step on something nasty, it’s easy to think our day is ruined – not to say our entire week. We tend to give the smallest set-backs more weight than they deserve, and some of us even go as far as thinking we’re cursed. Didn’t you ever over-react to something? We all do. However, these people are right to overreact – their day could’ve [...]
Unusual Valentine’s Day Gifts That Remind Us Love Is Weird
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! The Day of Love may fall in one of the coldest months of the year, but our hearts are warmed by the unique displays of affection from couples the world over. Seriously, love is weird. It’s a strange feeling that causes even stranger biochemical reactions in our bodies. If you’re into peace and love and rock ‘n roll, then check out our [...]