As humans 90% of communication is done non-verbally (as in body language not text message). You would think with so much riding on small sort of involuntary gestures that we would work really hard to get our deliberate non-verbal communications down. A wave can say anything from hello to the secret in my pants that … Continue reading Hands are for Waving
Month: January 2016
Panic Buttons: An Arguement for Wearable Tech
When you hear about wearable technology your mind probably jumps to Fitbits and UV detection gear, but that's not what I'm talking about today. I'm thinking more along the lines of Life Alert. You remember the commercials? They are nothing short of iconic but they only feature old people trying to beat the odd and out … Continue reading Panic Buttons: An Arguement for Wearable Tech
Benchmarking
One of the things that I can't stand to listen to people blather on about is how their child hit a developmental benchmark early, these parents think their child is so damn smart and will only be disappointed by the poor child as it grows more and more mediocre as it ages. Parents comparing their … Continue reading Benchmarking
Ideas for Your Storm of the Century Snow Day
It's snowing on the East Coast, in case you haven't heard, and no one is going anywhere for a few days. I have been at home for about eight hours and am already stir crazy. I've started four household projects and a comedy special in Spanish and have finished exactly zero of these things and … Continue reading Ideas for Your Storm of the Century Snow Day
How to Have a Baby and a Facebook Profile at the Same Time
I have to start this post by stating that I am not a person who owns children, of my own or purchased from someone else. I do have a Facebook profile. This post is written strictly from my observations of people who have it all as they say. I am aware that the challenges of … Continue reading How to Have a Baby and a Facebook Profile at the Same Time
Preparing for the Worst
Calm down, I'm not talking about dying or cancer or whatever I'm talking about a fuck ton of snow falling into your adult life. I live in a place where snow loses its appeal after six inches (like power outages and the schools staying closed for a week kind of nonsense). Hell, even the slightest … Continue reading Preparing for the Worst
Surviving a Near Death Experience
I nearly died in an elevator today. I didn't react well, the other lady did a better job and dealing. I want to share with you how to handle a near death experience so you don't react like me and just stand there. Grab boob - The boobs can be yours, they can be someone … Continue reading Surviving a Near Death Experience
Living on the Edge
Snow fell today. Snow is a funny beast, it brings a sparkle to the eye of young and old alike, makes people crazy as well. Crazy fun. People drive crazy bad and slide down ice covered hills on purpose. They throw homemade projectiles at each other for kicks and they wear cotton that gets soaked … Continue reading Living on the Edge
Getting a Job: A Foolproof Guide
It has occurred to me lately that getting a job isn't something that comes naturally to some people. You create the most beautiful resume and have the perfect interview suit but at the end of the day you are always the second choice. I have had no less than 12 jobs in the last 12 … Continue reading Getting a Job: A Foolproof Guide
Dealing with the Death of a Celebrity
This week has been one of great tragedy with the deaths of David Bowie, androgynous Pop god, and Alan Rickman, sexy voiced villain. People have bombarded social media with tributes and memories of what these man have done for them just by existing. David Bowie opened doors for individuals to be themselves and Alan Rickman, … Continue reading Dealing with the Death of a Celebrity
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