No one likes rejection, but it happens to the best of us (especially during breakup season). And everyone has their own way of dealing with it. From denial to getting sassy, here are all your different options in the unfortunate case that you get let down by the person you're into. Get clicking and choose your best reaction — tears not included.
It's never (we repeat, never) too early to spread holiday cheer far and wide. Who wouldn't want to sniff pine candles or wear holiday socks right now? Take the initiative and shower your girlfriends with gifts that scream "ho, ho, ho!" In other words: get your jingle on, girl.
Break out the hot chocolate, light the fire, and cozy up with your boo because it's almost Christmastime! In the middle of the holiday madness, be sure to carve out some alone time and set the mood with these romantic Christmas tunes. You'll have a night to remember — no mistletoe required.
Keep reading for the rest of the songs and the Spotify playlist!
As much as everyone loooves Thanksgiving, it can have its pitfalls. Namely, annoying family members who want to be all up in your business. Doesn't matter if you're single or taken — they will pry about everything from your weight to your professional life. Prepare yourself with the worst questions to expect and how to dish back some snappy responses.
A: Well, I'm in love with Ryan Gosling, and he's currently taken, soooo . . .
It won't come around for another 78,000 or so years, so you can bet that Thanksgivukkah should and will be a big deal. If you're lucky enough to be spending Nov. 28 with your significant other and only one of you is Jewish, the Thanksgiving-Hanukkah hybrid is the perfect chance to merge two celebrations.
Here are a few tips, so you can honor traditions from every side.
Thanksgivukkah's a once-in-a lifetime chance, so take advantage! And remember: as long as there's a balance, you won't go wrong.
Thank goodness for sweater weather, since it's a chance to cozy up with your guy — and learn all about him. Because it's totally normal to dissect his personality by the type of sweater he wears, we're breaking down every style and what it means. You'll never look at his cardigan the same again.
He's laid-back but still cares about his appearance. He probably surprises you out of nowhere because he's just that cool, he grows his facial hair out to the perfect length, and he may or may not remind you of Ryan Gosling.
The preppiest of the preppy, he's a little uptight but you bring out the fun in him. He has the best manners of anyone ever, which is why he calls your mom weekly to see how she's doing.
He's the perfect mix or metro and manly. He also works out four times a week, hence his rockin' bod, hence how he pulls off tight button-ups.
Got a white elephant gift exchange on your calendar? Lucky you! It's one of the more hilarious events of the holiday season because you can let loose without grandma judging your present picks. If you're gathering with your closest girlfriends, take it as an opportunity to bring out the laughs with x-rated gifts that'll make 'em feel like they just stepped into a bachelorette party. From the cheesy to the creepy and everything in between, we've picked out finds that promise a good time and, most importantly, guarantee that you'll crush the competition.
We look to Instagram on the hourly daily for pictures to brighten our day, but it turns out there's something even better on the photo sharing site: pictures fused with quotes. We already brought you aww-inducing love quotes on Instagram, and now it's time for positive messages to lift your spirits. From clichés too good to pass up to original sayings, Instagram has everything for you to turn to if you're stuck in a rut or just want to appreciate all that life has to offer. Click through and, while you're at it, don't forget to follow us on Instagram for even more inspiration!
A breakup should always be taken seriously — that is, until it's time to laugh about it. So as we enter breakup season, there are several ways to get over heartbreak the lighthearted way, including brilliant breakup gifts that may or may not include pig candy. But our favorite way to bounce back? By making fun of the situation, and that's where Someecards come in to get the job done. Whether you were the dumper or the dumpee, these hilarious cards will have you smiling bigger than you have in a while. So, crank up the Alanis Morissette and get clicking!
Penis popsicles, coming right up. Now that we know what Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson look like as Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele in the forthcoming Fifty Shades of Grey movie, our minds are wandering to something else: the sex scenes, duh! Just imagine Jamie and Dakota reciting all those steamy lines out loud (not to mention simulating the actual acts). To take the words from Anastasia herself: "Holy cow!" While we wait until next August for the movie to come out, check out the hottest (NSFW) excerpts that we can't wait to see played out — if only for pure shock value; um, hello tampon scene — on the big screen:
"Before I know it, he's got both of my hands in his viselike grip above my head, and he's pinning me to the wall using his lips . . . His other hand grabs my hair and yanks down, bringing my face up, and his lips are on mine . . . My tongue tentatively strokes his and joins his in a slow, erotic dance . . . His erection is against my belly."
"Suddenly, he sits up and tugs my panties off and throws them on the floor. Pulling off his boxer briefs, his erection springs free. Holy cow! . . . He kneels up and pulls a condom onto his considerable length. Oh no . . . Will it? How?"
"Turning to face him, I’m shocked to find he has his erection firmly in his grasp. My mouth drops open. 'I want you to become well acquainted, on first name terms if you will, with my favorite and most cherished part of my body.'"
"His breathing is ragged, matching mine. 'When did you start your period, Anastasia?' . . . He reaches between my legs and pulls on the blue string – what?! – and gently takes my tampon out and tosses it into the nearby toilet. Holy fuck. Sweet mother of all . . . Jeez. And then he’s inside me. . . ah!"
"I pull him deeper into my mouth so I can feel him at the back of my throat and then to the front again. My tongue swirls around the end. He's my very own Christian Grey-flavored popsicle. I suck harder and harder . . . Hmm . . . My inner goddess is doing the merengue with some salsa moves."
"Suddenly he grabs me, tipping me across his lap. With one smooth movement, he angles his body so my torso is resting on the bed beside him. He throws his right leg over both mine and plants his left forearm on the small of my back, holding me down so I cannot move . . . He places his hand on my naked behind, softly fondling me, stroking around and around with his flat palm. And then his hand is no longer there . . . and he hits me — hard."
"Sitting beside me, he gently pulls my sweatpants down. Up and down like a whores’ drawers, my subconscious remarks bitterly. In my head, I tell her where to go. Christian squirts baby oil into his hand and then rubs my behind with careful tenderness — from makeup remover to soothing balm for a spanked ass, who would have thought it was such a versatile liquid."
Know a couple that recently made the big jump to live-in status? Their abode probably needs some love, and that's where you step in! Whether they're throwing a housewarming party or you just want to be a thoughtful human being, gift 'em these finds that were made for lounging, entertaining, and everything in between. We have a feeling you'll be invited back time and time again.
Anyone with a significant other in the armed services knows that the relationship is one of the hardest but also one of the most rewarding. From love letters to joyous homecomings, there are so many moments to forever cherish. This Veterans Day, as we pay tribute to brave men and women who defend our country, let's take a look at sweet instances of real military love that'll have you smiling, tearing up, and everything in between. And don't forget to hug — or kiss! — someone in uniform today.
Sure, the '90s were all about the bump 'n' grind songs. But while you giggled with your best friend over the racy lyrics, they certainly had no place at school dances where a chaperone would step in if any funny business went down. No, that playlist was reserved for cheesy slow songs, prompting you to grab a boy or girl and awkwardly put your arms around each other and shuffle your two left feet. Now that classes are back in session, we can't help but revisit those days with jams that will instantly transport you back to the school gym. So grab your honey, pop in that breath mint, and hit play.
Keep reading for the rest of the songs and the Spotify playlist!
Is it just us, or does it seem like every time Sunday rolls around, there's at least one friend who got engaged over the weekend? When you're solo, the floods of social media posts can get just as bad as all the annoying things people say to single women. (Really, how many details do you have to hear — or see — about how the engagement happened before it gets old?) Don't let it get you down, though! It is a happy time, after all, so chin up, embrace your singledom, and have a laugh with these GIFs that tell it like it is. Ready, set, click!
"Where should we go for our first date?" It's an age-old question that you'll have plenty of chances to answer if you're single and dating (online or otherwise). Instead of your regular go-to spots, we've put together 10 awesome alternatives that are fun, flirty, and, best of all, low-stress. The conversation and laughs will be flowing, but in the worst-case scenario, each idea offers the crucial "escape" option. Dinner and a movie — what's that?
Don't let the date fool you — gift giving starts now! And just when you thought mustaches were so over, Movember comes around, reminding us to spread the mustache love far and wide. Whether they're for the Mo sista in your life or someone who's got mustache mania all year long, these supercute gifts win on all levels. Shop 'em now!
The couple that learns together, stays together. Truth be told, there's no better way to keep your relationship fresh and fun than by trying out new things in your spare time. Since Fall is all about going back to school, we love the idea of going back to school as a couple — sort of. You don't have to hit the books but you can certainly find ways to soak up knowledge and share it with one another. Read on for 40 ideas of things to learn that will make you an even more awesome couple than you are now.
We'll admit it: sometimes we wish we could sport a 'stache (hey, don't judge!). Which is what makes November such a special time. Throughout the month, men across the world are growing out their facial hair for Movember, an event dedicated to raising money and awareness for prostate and testicular cancer as well as mental health challenges. What does this have to do with female mustache dreams, you ask?
Although women can't participate in the real thing,we can sign up to be Mo Sistas. That special title is reserved for ladies who help the cause through several different ways like encouraging the men in their lives to join the movement, raising money by throwing a Mo party, or ordering health materials for family members, boyfriends, and co-workers.
As Movember organizers put it, "Mo Sistas have an important role in helping men to break down barriers and talk about their health," and we completely agree. "They are key to encouraging Mo Bros to share their own health journeys with each other and their health care professionals."
Of course, even the smaller things make a difference, like giving a thumb's up to a Movember man in passing — like Mo Sista Malin Akerman — or complimenting his styled 'stache. So go on — unabashedly rock those mustache finger tattoos knowing you're doing good.
If you've been on Facebook in the last 24 hours, chances are you've seen the blog post Marriage Isn’t For You popping up everywhere. The article isn't exactly what you'd think just by reading the headline, though. The author — a writer named Seth Adam Smith — is actually married to the woman of his dreams but argues that marriage isn't for you because it's not about you.
He says, "No, a true marriage (and true love) is never about you. It’s about the person you love — their wants, their needs, their hopes, and their dreams. Selfishness demands, 'What’s in it for me?' while Love asks, 'What can I give?'"
It's clear that Smith makes some points we can all agree on about being selfless when you love someone. But the notion that marriage ties your own happiness to the happiness of your partner is causing quite the controversy. For one, self-fulfillment gets brushed aside for the idea that you need to "make" someone happy by leaving behind the "I" for "we." And then there's the suggestion that our partners need us to be happy when both adults in the relationship should be capable of making themselves happy.
If anything, the post gives us a lot to think and talk about. Where do you stand?
