What would you do if your expensive gift was deemed “too cheap?” For many, an ungrateful gift recipient might be a reason to stop giving them presents altogether. One woman found herself at odds with her husband after giving his stepmother a luxurious cashmere sweater for Christmas that wasn’t received well. Though the recipient didn’t …
Brace yourselves—this husband’s cruel name-calling might shock you. Calling your wife mean names is a good way to book a one-way ticket to Divorcetown. This husband decided to test the waters after feeling fed up that his wife received lavish gifts from her father. The two have a close-knit relationship, which didn’t sit well with …
Going to the doctor can be daunting and unpleasant—especially if you have a doctor with bad bedside manner. When asked, “What is the most unprofessional thing a doctor has said to you?” the internet shared the unbelievably unprofessional interactions that maybe should’ve gotten their doctors put under review. You won’t believe what they said: “You …
Technology seems to come in and out faster than a record-breaking track start. As soon as a new gadget is released (which happens constantly), another becomes obsolete. What was once groundbreaking feels tired within a few years—just ask that pile of old cellphones in your junk drawer. When asked, “What technology or gadget was all …
“Airbnbust,” a term coined recently, was created to summarize the lower occupancy rates and slower bookings Airbnb hosts are experiencing due to short-term rental saturation in the market. More people returning to the office is also increasing available listings in the short-term rental industry. But, with the platform charging steep cleaning fees and picky short-term …
There are tons of ways women dream of getting married, but a surprise wedding usually isn’t one of them. Trying on wedding dresses, throwing a bachelorette party, selecting wedding vendors, and everything else involved in planning a traditional wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and not something brides want to give up. For this bride, it definitely was not. …
As children grow older, contact seems to become less frequent—and I’m not just talking about teenagers here. Whether you have estranged adult children or find that those phone calls are becoming fewer and farther between, the lack of communication can be heartbreaking. When people were asked why they think their estranged adult children don’t speak …
Money is one of the top causes of divorce in the United States. Across the country, it splits up couples who just can’t get on the same page about budgeting and spending. This couple started to feel the financial divide when one woman’s wealthy fiancé insisted that she split all bills and other expenses with …
Parenting in a blended family can be tough, but it is even tougher when a stepchild feels like they’re not getting equal treatment to their stepparent’s biological child. This was the case for one stepfather when he bought his biological daughter a car but refused for his stepdaughter. The result? His wife and stepdaughter are …
We’ve all seen them—the clickbaity, too-good-to-be-true TV infomercials, and viral social videos claiming that their life hacks will work miracles. Maybe there are a few that actually live up to the hype, but most of the tips and products just result in disappointment and wasted cash. Luckily, these life hacks are the real deal. When …
Airplane etiquette is one of the most argued topics on the internet right now. Heated debates over switching seats have caused frequent flyers to chime in about other controversial plane behavior, like reclining your seat back all the way or giving gifts to flight attendants. This “glitter monster” passenger nightmare, however, is in a class …
Unfortunately, the declining economy and unstable employment market over the last few years have caused some US cities to decline. These cities, once safe or at least passable, are now hotbeds for poverty, crime, and other unfavorable living conditions. When asked, “What American city has fallen the furthest in the last 5 years?” the internet …