As someone who thrives on – nay, needs – order in their life, what the hell am I supposed to do with this? Is it some kind of prank by the butter company? This butter happens to be from Aldi’s, but they’re not the only one with mixed up packaging… I’ve found other dairy manufactu … | Continue reading
Today, I stumbled upon a meme that got me thinking. It went something like this: “The United States has become a place where entertainers and professional athletes are mistaken for people of importance. I’ve needed a doctor. I need farmers every day. I need truck drivers every da … | Continue reading
For the past few days, it has been in the high 90’s (Fahrenheit) here and on top of that, the heat index has made it feel like it’s in the low 100’s. I get that it’s not Arizona or Nevada or Texas or some other God-forsaken place where the temps are upward of 110 degrees, […] | Continue reading
I am creative. I am powerful. I am woman, hear me roar. I am also just a tad forgetful. Like “forget what I had for breakfast while the fork is still in my hand” forgetful. I need to document my thoughts while I am out and about, or they will be forever forgotten in the […] | Continue reading
Ah, the thrill of going to the doctor’s office! You know what I’m talking about. It’s like entering a parallel universe where time slows down, and paperwork multiplies like rabbits on spring break. If you’re like me, you’ve probably wondered if you accidentally stumbled into an e … | Continue reading
Buckle up, because today we’re diving headfirst into a trend that’s been cracking the internet wide open. No, I’m not talking about the latest dance craze or viral challenge. I’m talking about the egg-on-the-forehead prank that’s taken over TikTok faster than you can say “omelet. … | Continue reading
As you may remember, I’ve been looking for a new four-legged family member. It’s a tough situation because there isn’t a dog I don’t like, and I have a hard time choosing one over another. And I certainly can’t bring 10 or 12 home no matter how much I want to. For now, I’m in […] | Continue reading
I take a walk every evening. I’m trying to better my health. Blech. But this evening, I was a little late, and it was already dark by the time I had made it around my complex and was on the homestretch. Did you know that in the dark, it can be a little hard to […] | Continue reading
I think I may have mentioned before that I love Doctor Who. David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor was always my favorite until Matt Smith came along. As the Eleventh Doctor, Matt Smith had big shoes to fill, and I didn’t think he was quite up to the task. I was wrong. His fez and […] | Continue reading
I dislike the mess of animals. I’ve always said so. I hate cleaning cat litter and when I had my beloved dogs, I hated cleaning up after them too. I hate the expense of pet food and vet visits and the cute little clothes and winter coats they wear. I hate worrying when they’re si … | Continue reading
So, I’ve got ants invading my bathroom like it’s some sort of ant convention. Now, I have nothing against ants, so long as they keep their six-legged selves outside. But when they start taking over my bathroom like my ex’s family at an all-you-can-eat buffet, well, they’ve crosse … | Continue reading
Together, my daughter and I are one almost-complete superhero. She has ears like a bat – she can hear a whisper from three rooms away. I have the nose of a bloodhound — luckily, not the ears. We’re just waiting to see who gets super strength and the ability to fly. I’ve already c … | Continue reading
I have no idea why this thought popped into my head today of all days, but buckle up folks, because we’re about to dive into a rather infuriating topic that has been bugging me for a while now. Lucky you. Today, we’re going to talk about gender bias surrounding sex abuse as seen … | Continue reading
I’m okay with that. I mean, come on… who doesn’t love mashed potatoes? . | Continue reading
Today, I want to talk about an incredibly groundbreaking idea that might just rock the foundation of the educational system as we know it. Brace yourselves, because I’m about to propose something radical: kids saying “I don’t know” on their homework should be an acceptable answer … | Continue reading
Originally posted on Musings from a Tangled Mind: So, growing up I loved fireworks and even as recently as a few years ago I enjoyed the act of going to the fireworks festival in town because it meant a fun, family evening with food, refreshments, moon-bounces, and of course the … | Continue reading
Oh, Desperate Housewives! That show had more dramatic twists than a pretzel factory. Now, I never really watched it myself, but apparently, it had quite a cultish fanbase. Wisteria Lane was a suburban paradise where every odd thing you could imagine happened. But rather than delv … | Continue reading
This news article from an unknown time describes the murder of a local school master. The horrific crime – carried out by the father of a student – was by no means a mystery. The perpetrator didn’t try to hide his intention. Of course this would be newsworthy no matter the era in … | Continue reading
Originally posted on Musings from a Tangled Mind: Almost made it through the day without crying… almost. But, in a surprising turn of events, there was also laughter when telling my daughter a story involving Dad’s shenanigans. Laughter. Finally. Thanks for that, Dad. I love you … | Continue reading
Welcome, folks, to another riveting edition of Wendy’s Rants and Very Strong Opinions, where we dive into the wild world of parenting. Today, we’re tackling the hot topic of picky eaters. This is a fave of parent and child shamers alike, because let’s face it, vilifying children … | Continue reading
I don’t think the ne’er-do-well quite gets the whole concept of hide-and-seek. | Continue reading
Ah, Starbucks… the land of ridiculously complicated drinks, nonsensical portion sizes, and cafeteria food at Michelin Star prices. Despite my disdain for the company’s obvious success with capitalism where a cup of coffee sells for a small fortune, I have found myself at the driv … | Continue reading
Let’s take a deep dive into the realm of tourist attractions. And we’re not talking roller coasters or the teacup ride. This rant is centered around an animal encounter at the Mason Elephant Park & Lodge in Bali. Ostensibly, Mason Elephant Park & Lodge is an elephant conservation … | Continue reading
To quote the words of the great Kat Stratford from the hit movie 10 Things I Hate About You, “I guess in this society, being male and an asshole makes you worthy of our time.” This is true today, back in 1999, and even in 1882. Don’t believe me? Take a look at this suggestion […] | Continue reading
We live in a golden age. Sure, there are still people who die every day from hunger, despite there being enough food in the world to feed everyone. Okay, yeah there always seems to be war breaking out. Russia, we’re looking at you. You’re right, political corruption seems to be a … | Continue reading
I don’t know about the rest of you, but this sounds like a bad idea if you ask me. A working LeMarchand Lament Configuration? No thanks. I’ve seen how this ends, and let’s just say… it’s not good. I get that Facebook, Target, Walmart, and all of the others are tracking our every … | Continue reading
Let’s talk about makeovers in movies – the ones where a girl’s entire self-worth is determined by how she looks to a man? Yeah, those. It’s like watching a horror movie, but instead of a chainsaw-wielding maniac, it’s just a basic dude with a fragile ego. What brought this to min … | Continue reading
Once upon a time, there was an introvert named Wendy (Keep in mind, this is a made-up name for someone I don’t know… a fictitious person in fact. Yes, a fictitious person. This is in no way about me. I was not involved in this story. Nope. Wasn’t me.) who needed to go grocery sho … | Continue reading
Today’s rant is brought to you by a story I saw recently on HuffPost, and as you read along, you’ll probably think to yourself – much like I did, “why do the crazy news stories always come from Florida?” I don’t have an answer to that. Maybe the heat? The alligators? But what I c … | Continue reading
Have you heard of a business where people are paid to come up with baby names? Yeah, you read that right. Trust me, it’s a real thing. Apparently, there are individuals out there who have the audacity are savvy enough to charge parents thousands of dollars to come up with a name … | Continue reading
Eat better, the doctors say. Strive for a healthier lifestyle, the self-improvement articles say. Add more fruit and veggies to lower your cholesterol and extend your life – such as it is. Yeah, right. You can’t trust fruit and vegetables. Take apples, for example. They may look … | Continue reading
Have you heard about Nakano Takeko? She was one of the last samurai who formed an all-female battalion to defend her shogun during the Boshin War. Yeah, this woman was a freakin’ badass. She even took a bullet to the chest and then had her sister behead her so that the enemy cou … | Continue reading
I just made myself some fried cabbage. Yep. At 10:00. At night. Fried cabbage at this hour is like playing a rigged game of Russian roulette with your digestive system. It’s not a matter of if, but when the rumbling and gurgling will start. So forget about enjoying that delicious … | Continue reading
Daily Writing Prompt: Describe something you learned in high school. The joy of group projects … it really was perfect practice for the real-world workforce. One person does all the work and everyone else takes the credit. , | Continue reading
I have a literal pet peeve that I just have to share, mainly because it confuses the hell out of me more than it annoys me. Actually, no, that’s not true. It annoys me a lot. Obligatory disclaimer: I love my cats. They’re my furry children…okay…well not quite… but they ARE my fuz … | Continue reading
Ah, staff meetings. The bane of every introvert’s existence. There’s nothing quite like being stuck in a room with a bunch of extroverted folks you barely know, all vying for the spotlight. I’ve had my fair share of staff meetings, and let me tell you, they’re not my favorite thi … | Continue reading
To all my friends, Happy Easter and Happy Passover! I hope the holiday, however you spend it, brings you peace and the love of good friends and family. As for me, I think I’ve zoomed past the sugar rush and am headed for a candied crash. Let’s hope the marshmallow Peeps soften my … | Continue reading
I don’t know why in the world Facebook’s algorithm thinks I can afford a pair of $275 shoes… or that I would pay $275 for a pair of shoes even if I could. But here’s an ad I received in my newsfeed recently. The concept of “distressed” shoes selling for an outrageous price of $27 … | Continue reading
Okay, so I know this happened a while ago, but do you remember this past Super Bowl™? More importantly, do you remember that Jesus commercial that aired? When it first came on, it was quite moving and it had me from the jump, wondering which company’s ad this would be. I thought, … | Continue reading
Today I want to talk about a topic that gets me angrier than your grandmother when the mailman is running late: gatekeeping hobbies. I know I’ve talked about this before, but gatekeepers annoy the hell out of me, and since I was thinking about it, I thought you should too. This i … | Continue reading
Impossibly Cheerful Motivational Speaker at Work Event: *exhausting rehearsed speech that includes convoluted – and obviously soul-sucking – instructions on a team-building role-play exercise and ending with an overly enthusiastic – if not overused – inspirational quote* Me: Okay … | Continue reading
This article came up in my news feed quite a while back and I just sort of squirreled it away for a rainy day. Today is that day. Apparently, mega-movie director Quentin Tarantino said that Marvel actors aren’t really movie stars. I know Tarantino is an icon and I’m just a mere … | Continue reading
I would like to impart some wisdom to you, dear readers, for a life well lived. Oh, I’m a life coach now, didn’t you know? It’s a career that suits me, I think. Hey, don’t roll your eyes at me! I’m a freakin’ life coach, have some respect! When having a stressful day, you should … | Continue reading
Write an autobiography they said… it will bring you happiness, they said. The hard work will be worth it, they said. I don’t know why everyone thinks it’s such a difficult undertaking. Mine took about 60 seconds with time left over for a snack. They were right about one thing, t … | Continue reading
Today, I want to talk about something that all parents are well aware of. If you’re not a parent yet, or you are but your kids are not school-aged yet, I want to share some important information with you. When you help your kids with their homework, you are going to look and feel … | Continue reading
I know it’s been a while. But for those of you still with me, I’m back, baby! For the past couple of months, I’ve been dealing with a medical issue that has had a bigger impact on my life than I expected. But I’ve had some good news in the past couple of days and […] | Continue reading
This is how I will ultimately meet my end… by petting something I probably shouldn’t. | Continue reading
Oh, who am I kidding? New Year, Same Me, because I’m already… | Continue reading