Cats are beautiful, loving creatures

Being the longest-standing member of your workgroup usually means that you have memories of how things “used” to be, memories of the “before times” that probably stretch back long before even your manager worked here. The problem with this is organizations almost always trend in a negative direction when it comes to working conditions and benefits for workers; after all, there are only two ways to maximize profit, and cutting costs is far easier than increasing revenue generation. As a result,…

My father will hear about this!

Love conquers all?

Scrub a dub dub

Some people just can't cook, and this list of 38 Complete Culinary Disasters is proof. Perfect for those who struggle with even boiling water, it captures the hilarious high jinks of kitchen misadventures. From cookies hard enough to be used as hockey pucks to pasta experiments that defy gravity, each meme is a testament to culinary ambitions gone awry. Encounter cakes that have sunk lower than the Titanic and pizzas that have become one with the oven tray. These mishaps remind us that while no…

Take a seat on your throne, feline

The world of business isn't always enjoyable. In the corporate hierarchy, there are those at the top and those at the bottom. Having said that, even if initiative may wind up being rewarded, some managers would prefer you stay in your lane and focus solely on your designated task. The following story is from the point of view of a disgruntled part-time worker. The original poster (OP) works part-time for an organization that fulfills orders. At first, everything was going smoothly; OP was satis…

No cheat code necessary

Choosing a name for your child is among the most difficult and stressful tasks you will likely face when getting ready for a child. A child's name is something they will carry with them through good times and bad. So, to use the most infamous quote in the history of television, 'With great power comes great responsibility', what would you do if your parents left you with a name that was too humiliating to ever use in public? The story below is an account of a confused daughter. Since childhood,…

It looks like they all had so much fun! (Except for Lucas)

There is nothing worse at work than having to bother your manager every day to do a simple task that would make things exponentially easier. The lack of action can say a lot about the kind of manager you have. First, he could be intentionally making things difficult for you and playing mind games. That's the cynical take, but it's not an impossibility. Next, there's the slightly more generous take, which is that your manager is not the brightest bulb. Yes, that's the kinder interpretation of th…

For crying out loud

Family should always come first because it is the most important thing in life. But what would you do if, on one of the most significant days of your life, your grandfather and stepfather were fighting over who gets to walk you down the aisle? The story below is an account of a frustrated stepdaughter. In the coming months, the original poster (OP) is set to tie the knot with her true love. But instead of acting as helpful observers, the bridal party has forced their grievances and expectations…