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jeudi 6 décembre 2018
Presenting Mr. and Mrs. Jonas! Nick and Priyanka Make Their Red Carpet Debut as Husband and Wife
It's official - Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra are married! Just days after tying the knot in a traditional Indian ceremony in Jodhpur, India, the newlyweds made their red carpet debut as husband and wife at Bumble's launch party in New Delhi on Wednesday. The 26-year-old singer looked handsome in a gray suit, while the 36-year-old Quantico actress stunned in a peach ensemble.
Nick and Priyanka's relationship first started off as friendship, and it wasn't until this past May that things turned romantic. In July, Nick reportedly popped the question while celebrating Priyanka's birthday in London, and fast-forward to present day, the two are married! "It was all tears. All tears. I could not hold it in," Priyanka recently told People about their wedding. "I think I was nervous and scared. But as soon as the curtains opened, and I saw his face, it was just like everything settled, and I knew I was making the best decision of my life." Congrats again to Mr. and Mrs. Jonas!
15 Friends Stocking Stuffers That Scream, "I'll Be There For You!"
It's been 14 years since Friends went off the air, but if you're like us, you're probably still watching reruns on Netflix or you follow the cast on Instagram. Chances are you also know a few people who are just as obsessed with the show as you are, so why not give them a funny little gift this holiday season? From wine charms to magnets to tote bags, we've found something for everyone in your circle. And guess what? These stocking stuffers won't break the bank!
Dolly Parton Just Burned Her Husband on National Television, and I Am Hollering
Over the weekend, Dolly Parton dropped by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to talk about her work on Dumplin', the new Netflix film. The project, starring Jennifer Aniston, is about a "self-proclaimed fat girl" who's on a journey to find her own confidence and who takes a lot of inspiration from the sweet serenades of Dolly herself. During her chat with Jimmy, Dolly revealed she was delighted to contribute original music for the film and she was thrilled to work with Jennifer. And, well, it turns out she wasn't the only member of the Parton family to share that enthusiasm.
"My husband is crazy about her," Dolly shared after Jimmy asked about her relationship with Jennifer. "I think he kind of fantasizes, like, a threesome with us." As if that wasn't enough to get the audience (and Jimmy) giggling, she then followed with a truly beautiful roast: "I think he can't even get it out to pee, much less get it up for three." Cue Jimmy falling onto the floor, and frankly, I'd do the same. Oh, Dolly, we love you so much. Between this and your consistently stunning performances, we hope you don't ever change.
The First Season of Stranger Things Almost Killed Off 2 Pivotal Main Characters
Stranger Things has exploded into a pop cultural phenomenon since debuting in 2016, which is due in a large part to the incredible performances from its core cast of young actors like Millie Bobby Brown. But can you imagine the show without Brown's Eleven? That plot twist almost came to be in season one, as well as the death of Joe Keery's beloved Steve Harrington (though, to be fair, he wasn't nearly as well-liked in the first season).
The creators of Stranger Things, Matt and Ross Duffer, explained the rationale behind their initial choice to kill them off in a behind-the-scenes companion book, as reported by NME.
"Eleven was going to sacrifice herself to save the day," Ross says in the book, Stranger Things: Worlds Turned Upside Down. "That was always the end game." But when the Duffers discovered that the sci-fi series would return for a second season, they "needed to leave it more up in the air, because deep down we knew the show just wouldn't really work without Eleven. And at that point, we knew how special Millie [Bobby Brown] was. If there was going to be more Stranger Things, Eleven had to come back."
As we all know now, Eleven escapes from the Upside Down and is kept hidden by Chief Hopper until he deems it safe for her to rejoin her group of friends, which now includes a devoted babysitter in the form of one Steve Harrington. It's hard to imagine it now, but the Duffers also planned to kill Steve by the end of the first season. "This Steve character, he was just supposed to be this giant douchebag," Ross said, before noting that it was Keery's performance that changed their minds.
So, what's next for the characters? In July, Netflix gave us a brief glimpse at the third season. While it was great to plop into Hawkins for 90 seconds and to hear about the brand-spanking-new mall that's coming to town, the teaser also revealed that we'll be waiting until Summer 2019 for the show to return.
Game of Thrones: This Surprising Detail About Season 8's Epic Battle Changes Everything
The seventh season of Game of Thrones finished back in August 2017 and it feels like we've been waiting forever for the final season to premiere. Now that we finally (FINALLY!) have an official confirmation of the premiere date, it means it's time to panic. April 2019 is months away, but we have a lot to prepare for, especially since this season will have the show's biggest battle sequence to date. And, according to one GoT star, we'll be dealing with that battle a lot sooner than we expected.
Vladimír Furdík, the actor behind the famously diabolical Night King, revealed that the epic battle will actually be going down in episode three of season eight. For those who may not recall, the final season will consist of six feature-film-length episodes, which means the battle will happen smack-dab in the middle of the season.
"In the third episode of the last season, there is a battle that the creators intended to be a historic moment in television," Furdík revealed at a fan convention in Hungary, as translated by Mashable. "Almost the full episode will be about the battle, it will take about one hour."
For a reference point, this is the battle where the armies of Westeros go against the Army of the Dead. We're talking giants, dragons, soldiers from the North and South coming together to become one unified battalion and defeat the biggest bad that ever did bad - who also has a dragon on his side, of course. We're talking about a battle sequence that famously took 55 days just to shoot outdoors, which doesn't even count the time they spent filming in the studio.
Usually the big battles take place later in the season, so the end is much more dramatic, like season six's "Battle of the Bastards." So hearing that this one is going to take place as early as the third episode is surprising. It totally changes our idea of how the season will pan out!
If the battle takes up the whole of episode three, what can we expect from the remaining three episodes? That must mean that the remainder of the season deals with the fallout of the battle, namely what happens when the victor emerges. Though with a war like this, "victor" might be an overstatement. It's more like, how will whoever is left alive deal with the wreckage that remains? Will there even still be a Westeros left? Will this be what permanently stops "the wheel?" There are so many questions, and we have no idea what to expect! April can't come soon enough.
Am I the Only One Who Can't Stop Singing "Bring the Snow" From The Princess Switch?!
By now, we sincerely hope you've basked in the glory of Netflix's latest holiday offering, The Princess Switch. Featuring a classic switcheroo story that has a common baker swapping spots with royalty, the slightly cheesy but ever-so-endearing film already has Twitter in a tizzy. It doesn't help that the end credits for the film feature a catchy song you won't be able to get out of your head. Called "Bring the Snow," it's just the kind of cheery holiday bop that will help you seamlessly transition into full holiday mode, just in time for the peak of the season. We're waiting with bated breath to find it on Spotify or some other official platform, but luckily, YouTube has come in clutch in the meantime. Happy dancing, friends.
Gird Your Loins, Vikings Fans: Things Are About to Get Steamy Between Lagertha and Heahmund
Vikings has returned for the second half of its fifth season, and while there have already been a few ups and downs (and bloodshed, as per usual), it looks like things are going to take a seriously romantic turn.
In exclusive photos from the Dec. 5 episode, "Murder Most Foul," Lagertha (Katheryn Winnick) sidles up to Bishop Heahmund (Jonathan Rhys Meyers). Seeing her share a passionate kiss with Heahmund's character is exciting for a number of reasons, but chief is that few people are more deserving of happiness than Lagertha. She's lost some of her greatest loves, including Ragnar (Travis Fimmel) and Astrid (Josefin Asplund), which has left her cold to the prospect of moving forward with someone new. But will this religiously devout man be the one who breaks her shell? It certainly seems so.
Whether you're voting for him to be her soulmate or not, get a sneak peek at their steamy connection ahead.
Watching Katy Perry Outbid a Fan For a Date With Orlando Bloom Will Make You Cringe
Imagine this: You're at a charity auction and you've just bid on a date with your celebrity crush. The date includes lunch and a motorcycle ride, and at the moment, you're the highest bidder. Sounds perfect, right? Now imagine his jealous girlfriend swooping in and stealing the date right from under you - harsh, no? Well, that's exactly what went down at the One Love Woolsey Fire Fundraiser in Malibu, CA, on Sunday.
After taking the stage for a performance, Katy Perry auctioned off a date with her boyfriend, Orlando Bloom. "You're holding him in a way that I am not excited about," Katy said as she described the date. "You're holding his pecs and his six-pack - and it's so glorious! You get to hold on to Orlando for about 45 minutes . . . and then, you get to stare into his brown eyes!"
Naturally, an excited fan bid $20,000 on the once-in-a-lifetime experience and she almost won it - that is, if it hadn't been for Katy. As the winner was about to be declared, Katy jumped in and put a kibosh to the whole thing. "Laura, I'm sorry. I'm buying it for $50,000," she said before dropping her mic and walking off stage. Yikes! We wonder what Orlando had to say about that.
16 Perfect Presents For People Who Will Always Love Princess Diana
Princess Diana was a mother, a style icon, and one of the most badass members of the British royal family. Her tragic death in 1997 brought the world to its knees, and the 20th anniversary of her passing last year further reminded people across the globe of just how inspiring and special she was. With the giving season upon us, we've picked 16 gifts that are perfect for the person in your life who will always love and miss Diana, from vintage finds to her famous Cartier watch - and if you're a fan of the princess, don't hesitate to add these to your wish list!
No Shirt, No Pants, No Problem: The Steamiest NSFW Celebrity Instagrams of 2018 - So Far!
Tons of celebrities steamed up our computer screens with their NSFW photos last year, but this year is already looking a whole lot hotter thanks to a select bunch. From Kim Kardashian's countless topless snaps to Christina Aguilera's sultry bathtub shots, stars are baring it all on Instagram - and the year isn't over yet! You might want to proceed with caution, because these photos are piping hot.
Ariana Grande's Next Album Is the Product of "Feminine Energy and Champagne," So Cheers to That
Despite casually releasing a record-breaking music video for a surprise song fans did not see coming, Ariana Grande said she's mostly running on pink champagne these days. As Billboard's 2018 Woman of the Year, the singer recently spoke with the magazine about the underlying sadness behind her upcoming album - her second in one year - and how she's "lucky and unlucky at the same time."
On the fact that she's preparing to release another album months after her well-received Sweetener, Grande said, "I don't want to do what people tell me to do, I don't want to conform to the pop-star agenda. I want to do it on my own terms from now on." Adding, "If I want to tour two albums at once, I'm going to tour two albums at once. If I want to drop a third album while I'm on tour [in 2019], I'll do that too! Please."
What's more, a lot has happened since Sweetener, including her breakup with Pete Davidson and the death of her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller. As a result, Grande said her next album is "not particularly uplifting," and the product of "feminine energy and champagne and music and laughter and crying." Grande added, "A lot of it sounds really upbeat, but it's actually a super sad chapter."
"It's me and my besties tipsy off champagne - and me with a broken heart - just letting it out and having fun."
The instantly iconic "Thank U, Next" was the first song to be released off the upcoming album and also serves as its title. Grande said she loves the breakup track more than any other song she's released. "I can't believe it but, like, so can. It's me and my besties tipsy off champagne - and me with a broken heart - just letting it out and having fun."
Her next single will likely be "7 Rings," about a "challenging Fall day in New York," which led to her buying matching engagement rings with her friends. "You know how when you're waiting at Tiffany's they give you lots of champagne? They got us very tipsy, so we bought seven engagement rings, and when I got back to the studio I gave everybody a friendship ring," Grande said. "That's why we have these, and that's where the song idea came from."
15 Grey's Anatomy Patients Who Checked In and Stole Our Hearts
We all know and love the amazing doctors at Grey Sloan on Grey's Anatomy, from brave Meredith Grey to tough-as-nails Miranda Bailey. There's no doubt that the doctors drive the drama on the show. Still, you have to admit that the guest actors who star as patients can get you all caught up in your feelings as well, especially when they cut deep into the complicated emotional lives of the beloved surgeons. Who could forget Scott Speedman's portrayal of dreamy Dr. Marsh or Mandy Moore's grounded performance as sweet Mary Portman? Read on to see our favorite Grey Sloan patients who've checked in and made us fall head over heels in love, sob profusely into our pillows, and everything in between!
Cardi B Just Shared the First Photo of Kulture, and She's Too Precious For Words
Cardi B just shared the first Instagram photo of her daughter Kulture Kiari Cephus, and oh boy, she is so cute! Despite her many opportunities and awards over the past year, the "I Like It" singer calls motherhood her proudest achievement, and this picture makes it clear to see why. Cardi has been very protective over sharing pictures of her 4-month-old, making her Instagram post on Dec. 5 an adorable rarity.
The 26-year-old singer welcomed Kulture with husband Offset back in July. While the couple married over a year ago, Cardi shocked fans when she announced their split Tuesday. The reason for their separation still remains unclear, but Cardi told fans in an Instagram video that, "I'm going to always have a lot of love for him because he is my daughter's father."
You Can Only Pick 1: What Was Your Favorite Harry and Meghan Moment This Year?
What a whirlwind year it's been for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle! From their fairy-tale wedding to their first royal tour of Australia and New Zealand to their exciting baby announcement, Harry and Meghan's romance has certainly been a bright spot in 2018, and it only seems to get sweeter with time. In honor of Meghan and Harry restoring our faith in love, it's time to choose your favorite Harry and Meghan moment of 2018! Vote now by clicking on a photo before the poll officially closes on Dec. 21.
Baking Gifts You'll Love Almost More Than Warm Cookies (Almost)
I'm pretty sure sugar and flour run through my veins, and there are few things that bring me as much joy as freshly baked fudgy, salted brownies (BRB, drooling). Baking is something I do after business hours, but it's certainly my roommate's favorite hobby of mine. These are the items on my wish list this year, from shiny new appliances to punny kitchen towels. Whether you or your loved one is an amateur or a pro, the gifts ahead are almost as tempting as a batch of warm, gooey cookies.
These Are the Gifts We Actually Want This Season
We're here to help you cut through the holiday clutter and find the absolute best presents Walmart has to offer. Think fun games, household essentials, and lots of coffee. Need some gifting inspiration? Look no further.
13 Tiny Stocking Stuffers So Cute, You Might Pass Out From Excitement
We love Urban Outfitters for its cool home products and trendy clothes, but this holiday season the popular retailer has a seriously good gifting selection. On a recent scroll through the site, we discovered an adorable section of tiny gifts we just can't get enough of. From mini vacuums to Care Bears and even a Rubik's cube, there's no doubt your loved ones will be obsessed with these sweet presents, too. Keep scrolling to shop our favorites.
Amazon Sells a Christmas Costume That Turns Your Pet Into Santa's Sleigh. Dog Will Never Forgive You.
If you have a dog in your house, then you've likely seen all the holiday costumes out there. Cute fleece robes with printed snowflakes, matching pajamas they can wear with the family, and perhaps even a pair of reindeer ears that easily slip on over their head. But what we're pretty certain you haven't seen is this convoluted masterpiece on Amazon. It's called a Santa Dog Costume ($25), but it is so much more than that. It slips on over the dog and has sewn-in antlers to look like a reindeer, but the pièce de résistance is Santa, who's also affixed to the top, with reins in his hands and a bowl full of jelly. You are going to LOVE seeing your furry BFF in this costume. But we can't promise your dog will ever speak to you again.
Fresh Gift Ideas For Coffee-Lovers Under $60
If there's one thing people are serious about, it's their morning brew. Whether you're scouring the web for the best thing to give the java-lover in your life, or you're the coffee-lover looking to add some fresh gift ideas to your wish list, read through these coffee-related gifts. Is there anything else we'd want to be gifted this season?
- Additional reporting by Anna Monette Roberts
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I Have a "1 Screen at a Time" Rule For Myself, and It's a Game Changer
I can't pinpoint when I started watching TV while also scrolling through my phone, but I do remember the day I realized my double-screen habit had gotten a little out of hand. As I sat on the couch watching an episode of This Is Us from my DVR, I found myself rewinding not once, not twice, but five (!) times because I'd been checking email and Twitter rather than paying attention.
At first, I thought, what's the big deal? It's fun to scroll through funny tweets about The Bachelor while I watch the show, and as a parent, I have limited time to myself, so why not multitask by moving through my DVR and my inbox at once? That's just me being efficient! Well, here's the thing: once I became aware of the two-screen habit, I couldn't help but notice the negative effects. In splitting my focus between multiple tasks at once, I wasn't giving anything my full attention. I'd walk away from a TV/texting/email/Twitter session feeling frazzled and unsure. Did I word that email correctly? Did I write back to that text? Wait, what is going on with Beth and Randall?!
Determined to be more intentional with my time, I recently created a rule for myself: I could only look at one screen at a time, and there had to be a reason. If I was watching TV or using my phone, I had to being doing so for a purpose - even if that purpose was just that I love Friends and I needed a little me time. In other words, no more Instagram while watching a movie with my husband, and no more catching up on work emails "just because" when my son wanted to curl up on the couch for an episode of Sesame Street on Saturday morning. And as for the mindless scrolling, those minutes (hours?) checking apps just because I'm bored? Well, they're pretty unfulfilling.
Those minutes (hours?) checking apps just because I'm bored? Well, they're pretty unfulfilling.
Well . . . sticking to that guideline was much more challenging than I'd expected. I'm typically in front of the TV for an hour each night and for a couple hours on weekends, and that TV time is consistent. Sometimes I'm tuning in for work, and a lot of the time I'm watching TV for fun, but in any case, I hadn't realized just how much of that TV time was also spent with my phone in my hand. Now that I'd become aware of it, though, I made note of how often I felt tempted to reach for my phone, and why.
Here's what I realized: sometimes I felt a little bored by a show or a movie, and a lull in the action made me think, time for Instagram! Sometimes a random to-do came to mind, so I wanted to check my calendar or edit my to-do list. More often than not, though, it was the pop culture geek in me that kept reaching for my phone. How were people reacting to that crazy plotline on Twitter? Wait, what was that actor in again? Are those costars still dating? Oh man, I have to see if my friend is watching this.
The thing is, my instincts were right - that downtime finally felt like downtime once I let myself just watch a show and enjoy it. Instead of sitting beside each other and staring at our phones, my husband and I talked about the movies we were watching and it felt more like a mini date. I snuggled up with my son to watch Mickey, and I played with his hair instead of checking my email. I started keeping a notepad on my coffee table so that I could jot down any to-do items that came to mind, and I realized that if I felt the need to reach for my phone a million times while watching something, it was time to turn off the TV, because I clearly wasn't entertained.
Again and again, I realized that when I turned off the TV, I felt little lighter, and a little more ready to tackle all those tasks I'd have done halfheartedly if the TV was on. And when I did sit down to do them, it was with better focus and a clearer intention. I felt relaxed and productive, and even better, I didn't have any extra time for the mindless scrolling.
Over the past few months, I've followed my own rule without much of an issue, and with only a few exceptions. If I know I need to be more available for work, I check email more consistently, and if The Bachelor is on, you better believe I let myself scroll through Twitter, because let's be real, conversations about The Bachelor are the best part.
20 Cute Stocking Stuffers You'll Be Tempted to Keep For Yourself - All For $20 or Less
If you're on the hunt for cute and affordable stocking stuffers, you've come to the right place. We shopped at Kohl's because the retailer has everything you could ever need, including adorable mini presents. From socks to beauty finds, we uncovered its 20 hottest picks for less than $20, so you can afford to treat yourself, too! Keep reading to shop our favorites.
33 Unique Stocking Stuffers They Weren't Expecting but Will Totally Love
If you're stumped on what stocking stuffers to get your loved ones this year, not to worry, we made it easy by curating a list of the coolest choices out there. From robot salt and pepper shakers to mini chia pets and pretty candles, we found something for everyone on your list. Keep scrolling to shop our favorite picks.
I'm Super Allergic to Dust and This Is the Only Air Purifier That Helps Clear My Sinuses
OK, let me start by saying I have two major problems in life. One: I'm super allergic to dust. Two: I live a very old, dusty apartment with 15-year-old carpet that has only god knows what packed into it. This past year, I had one of worst allergy attacks ever. I spent weeks being the annoying coughing girl at my office. After deciding I was most likely allergic to my house, I made the commitment to buying an air purifier. After tons of research, this Blueair Classic 203 Slim Air Purification System ($199) was my winner. Now I can't imagine living without it.
In my hunt, I discovered that it's important for allergy suffers to get a purifier with HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) technology. This one had it. The brand boasts that it also helps the filtration capture 99.97 percent of airborne pollutants, including allergens, mold, dust, pet dander, smoke particles, and pollen. It comes with three fan speeds. I normally keep it on low, but if I'm cleaning my house, I'll put it up to its max strength to make sure it sucks up all those particles. The best feature: it's so quiet, I don't hear any noise!
I purchased the 203 model, which works great for a small space, like my bedroom. If you need something larger, it also comes in 405 and 605 models that can handle up to 775 square feet.
New to line is this Blueair Classic 205 Wifi Enabled Air Purification System ($325), which can connect your Alexa or Echo device.
Whether you suffer from allergies or not, this powerhouse machine will make your space feel fresher than ever.
45 Stocking Stuffers For Adults, Because We Deserve a Little Fun, Too
Stocking stuffers aren't just for kids; this year you can treat the adults in your life, too. Whether you're shopping for a sibling, SO, or parent, we searched the internet and found a plethora of both useful and funny little presents they'll get a kick out of. From sarcastic desk plaques to wine openers and even a swearing version of Mad Libs, you won't be disappointed. Keep scrolling to shop our top picks of the year.
12 Heartwarming Pet Stories From 2018 That Prove We Definitely Don't Deserve Them
If you're anything like us, the one thing that can turn our occasional sour mood into a grin is a heartwarming pet story that pops up on our newsfeeds. And whether you're more of a dog person or can't go an hour at work without looking at the cat photos you keep on your computer, there were oodles of sweet stories circulating the internet in 2018 to hold us over for a while.
Need a little ray of sunshine today? Read through to get a glimpse at some of favorite headlines from this year that center on various four-legged friends, and try not to smile ear-to-ear in the process.
17 Commuting Essentials That Make Great Gifts
Traveling is fun, but traveling to and from work - not so much. If you've got someone in your life with a particularly difficult commute, chances are you've heard about the many ways in which they try to make their journey easier. Whether they're sitting in traffic, logging miles on a bike, or patiently riding the subway, there are certain products we'd classify as experience game changers, and you can shop them all right now!
Your Fur Baby Needs a Holiday Present, Too - Shop Our 21 Favorite Gifts For Dogs
You've been hard at work shopping for everyone on your list, but you can't forget priority number one: your pup! Our dogs take precedence in almost every other area of our lives, so why should gift giving be any different? This season, give your fur baby the treats they've been wanting; think plush dog beds, cute toys, and even puppy ice cream. They'll be wagging their tail for days.
Stock Up! These Are the 51 Best Stocking Stuffers Under $20
As special as the presents under the tree may be, the stocking stuffers set the tone for the gift-giving season, and it's so important to get them right. No matter who you're shopping for, we've scoured the internet to find gifts they'll be sure to love. Think fun games, nostalgic toys, and pretty notebooks. The best part? Every single one of these gifts is under $20. You read that right. You're about to be the hero of the holidays after you shop our picks.
We Found the Coolest Christmas Gifts This Year and *Added All to Cart*
Looking for the coolest, newest, and most Instagrammable gifts? We are too, and guess what? We found them. Check out more than 100 gifts that are sure to be on everyone's wish list this year.
Chill out this holiday season and get the most on-trend gifts of 2018. Ready, set, shop!
- Additional reporting by India Yaffe, Krista Jones, Jesa Marie Calaor, Macy Cate Williams, Kelsey Castanon, Karenna Meredith, Annalise Mantz, and Rebecca Brown.
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The Top 25 Holiday Gifts That Will Be Flying Off the Shelves in 2018
Whether you like it or not, it's time to start thinking about the biggest task at hand for the holidays: gift shopping. We know it can be hard to find presents for the women in your life, so that's why we created the ultimate gift guide for you to browse through. These items are excellent for mothers, grandmothers, sisters, BFFs, friends, and any other gal you know. Whether she's a fashion girl, couch potato, techie, or makeup maven, we have something she'll be thrilled to receive.
100+ Cool Gifts From Amazon So Affordable, They Cost Less Than a Tank of Gas
Stop endlessly searching the web for gifts and let us do the work for you. It can be tough to find thoughtful yet affordable presents, so we put together a guide of the very best options from Amazon for under $50. Add some of these genius products to your cart and get that shopping done now.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
These Adorable Home Gifts Will Make Leaving the House Really Hard
There's something so satisfying about coming home to a place you love and feel comfortable in. So this season, when you're thinking about what to get the millennial in your life, try something cute for their home. There are so many fun gifts out there, from pretty vases to chic chairs, and everything in between. No matter who's on your list this year, they'll love a gift for their home because it's both personal and practical. Keep reading to shop our picks.
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35 Stocking Stuffers For Your Boyfriend So Good, You Might Just Have to Steal Them
Not exactly sure what to get your boyfriend this year? Instead of treating him to one big thing, try picking him up a few tiny presents he'll appreciate. You don't have to waste your time shopping either, because we did the hard part for you. Ahead, you'll find 35 top picks for every type of guy out there. From socks to games and cozy slippers, some of these are so good, you might end up stealing them for yourself. Take a look.
These Doggies Sitting on Santa's Lap Are Definitely on the Nice List!
Our dogs do a million and one things throughout the year that make us crazy - they're born troublemakers - but every dog owner knows that there's no such thing as a pupper on the Naughty List, no matter how bad they may have been. It doesn't matter if they chewed up your slippers, TPd your bathroom, peed on every carpet in the house, or jumped onto the dinner table and ate an entire plate of chicken cutlets (that one might be from personal experience); your dog is your precious, sweet, adorable little baby who can do no wrong even when they do wrong.
And based on the following ridiculously cute photos of pooches, it looks like Santa, the keeper of the Nice and Naughty Lists, would have to agree. We can't decide who's cuter in these pictures - Santa or the pups (OK, obviously the doggos).
Parents, Please Don't Give Your Kids a Puppy on Christmas Morning
Nothing compares to watching the excitement on your kids' faces when they open their gifts on Christmas morning. They eagerly rip open the boxes and their eyes instantly light up when they see that Santa has brought them the thing they've wanted more than anything. And for some on Christmas morning, that means a puppy. Those lovable creatures, with their floppy ears and giant feet, are a guaranteed hit. I mean, who wouldn't want a puppy? They're a great addition to any family. But just because everyone loves them doesn't mean they should be given as gifts. Keep reading for why you shouldn't give a puppy as a gift on Christmas morning, and how to safely bring one home if you do get one during the holiday season.
1. Christmas Is Too Overwhelming
Christmas is a notoriously hectic day. From opening gifts to cooking to having family over or going to someone else's house, Christmas just isn't the time to introduce a tiny puppy into your home and family. Kids, especially little kids, can also get emotional, scream, or grab at the puppy, which could scare them. This is especially true if your new pet isn't house trained yet. Getting a new animal on Christmas will add a whole new level of stress for you and for the puppy.
Dog expert Cesar Millan points out: "You've just thrown [them] into a completely alien environment with no direction, and these early associations are going to stick. The place is unfamiliar, it smells different, and there doesn't seem to be any way out." Unless you're going to stop the whole Christmas gift-giving process and devote your whole day to the dog, chances are you're going to really stress out your new pup.
2. Pets Are Family Members
Living, breathing creatures like puppies and kittens aren't toys - they're new members of the family that will require love and attention for the next 9 to 15 years. Puppies should require a great amount of thought and preparation. They need a fleet of supplies, from crates and beds to food and toys, and they need the time and space to acclimate to their new things and home.
3. Children Might Want to Have a Say
When I've adopted animals in the past, the shelter workers always ask if every member of the family is present and OK with the adoption of a pet. One shelter wouldn't even let me adopt my pup until I brought my roommate in to confirm that she was on board. Largely, this process should hold true for kids. If you're expecting children to love and take care of a puppy for the next decade at least, they should have some say in which puppy they get, otherwise this is just a gift for you, and that's not the way gifts work.
4. Instead, Plan a Family Trip
That being said, you can still "give a puppy" for Christmas. Instead of putting a puppy in a box or stocking, give your kid the puppy toys, the crate, or a leash. Explain to them what this gift means, and that they'll be able to help pick out and rescue their new pet. They'll feel more invested in the process because they get to help. As part of your gift, pick a day as a family to go look at puppies, and after Christmas has died down, come up with a plan. This way, your family is happy and prepared, and a puppy has the best shot at adjusting to their new home and family with ease.
The 20 Best Stocking Stuffers on Amazon, All Under $50
Shopping for stocking stuffers is so much fun. This season, we've turned to Amazon for quick, easy presents that won't break the bank, and we found a treasure trove of fun holiday goodies all under $50. What are you waiting for? Just keep reading to shop our picks.
17 Genius Gifts So Original, It's No Wonder They Were Featured on Shark Tank
If you know someone who's obsessed with watching Shark Tank, we discovered the best gifts you can give them this holiday season. Amazon features a shopping section on its site filled with so many of the cool products from the show. From an oversize sherpa blanket hoodie to a bean bag that turns into a mattress, these presents are so unique, they'll be totally surprised. We curated a list of our 17 favorites so all you have to do is shop. Take a look ahead.
50+ Tech-Savvy Gifts For Every Gadget-Lover on Your Holiday Shopping List
Looking for the coolest new gadget to get the tech-savvy guy on your list? We got you covered with some of the best tech gifts on the market. Whether he likes computer accessories, waterproof speakers, or even robots, there's something for everyone on this list. Get ready to geek out!
- Additional reporting by Krista Jones, Chelsea Adelaine Hassler, and Macy Cate Williams
30 Gift Ideas For Girls Who Love Their Sleep
Everyone has that friend who rolls into work with bedhead and pillow marks on her face, who consistently is running late to appointments or almost misses flights because she oversleeps, and who spends her weekends napping. For my friends, that person is me - I just love sleep. In bed, on a plane, on the couch, in the car, I can and will get my snooze on pretty much everywhere. I'm only able to drag myself out of bed with the promise of lots and lots of caffeine, and even then it's hell. So, my fellow sleeping beauties, this gift guide is for youere are 30 gifts any sleep-lover will appreciate. Now I'm just going to rest my eyes for a second . . .
- Additional reporting by Tara Block
21 Things That Inevitably Happen When You Travel With Kids During the Holidays
My family usually hits the road for the holidays, heading to the beach with my extended family for a vacation that only in the last year (when my son was almost 4 and my daughter was almost 7) began to feel like one. Before that, it was a stressful trip that took so much time and energy to execute that if it wasn't for that alluring Florida sunshine, I might not have gone.
Between buying and wrapping gifts early so I could ship them to our destination in time for Santa's arrival to renting baby supplies we couldn't fit in our suitcases to throwing our rules about screen time and sugar consumption out the window, traveling with kids for the holidays is a jolly sh*tshow. But hey, the holidays are all about togetherness, right? And nothing brings more togetherness than being stuck in a tiny condo for a week (or even better, a car for an eight-hour-plus drive) with your toddlers. If you're planning a trip with your kids over the holidays - to Grandma's house or somewhere more exotic - here are 21 things you need to prepare yourself for.
86 Gift Ideas For Women That Are Seriously Genius
Ladies, we have a fierce gift guide for you. These are the absolute best presents a woman can receive in 2018. There are ideas for all types of girls, so you can't go wrong. Check out the thoughtful and pretty items that every gal will want on their holiday wish list.
15 Different and Fun Places to Spend the Holidays That Aren't Disney
Holiday traditions often leave families staying in (or visiting) the same place year after year. But what if you just want to get away? Use your kids' time off from school for a family vacation? Not deal with the stress of entertaining and keeping your house clean? Luckily, there are a ton of festive destinations you can escape to this holiday season that aren't the ever-popular Disney parks. From the city that never sleeps to the city that's known for chocolate, there are lots of great places across the US that you should add to your holiday vacation bucket list. If you're ready to unlock a different kind of magic this year, keep reading.
Finally - There's a Version of "Baby, It's Cold Outside" That Isn't So Damn Creepy
If you've ever felt conflicted about loving the holiday classic "Baby, It's Cold Outside" due to the lyrics' controversial handling of sexual consent, boy, have we got excellent news for you. While the original tune's pushy call-and-response style has earned plenty of criticism in recent years, there's a new version that replaces any trace of the problematic aspects of the vintage song with feminist, proconsent lyrics. Lydia Liza and Josiah Lemanski rewrote the festive song to demonstrate the importance of consent in romantic relationships and women's agency, and the result is downright lovely.
Just check out a sampling of the new lyrics:
"I really can't stay (Baby, I'm fine with that)
I've got to go away (Baby, I'm cool with that)
This evening has been (Been hoping you get home safe)
So very nice (I'm glad you had a real good time)
My mother will start to worry (Call her so she knows that you're coming)
Father will be pacing the floor (Better get your car a-humming)
So really I'd better scurry (No rush)
Should I use the front or back door? (Which one are you pulling toward more?)
The neighbors might think (That you're a real nice girl)
What is this drink? (Pomegranate La Croix)"
Watch the pair perform the song above, then you can add it to your Spotify playlist! Now, when can we get a new version of "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer"? Because that's some dark stuff, man.
George W. Bush and Michelle Obama's Continued Inside Joke Will Make You Smile
Wednesday was a sad day for former President George W. Bush, but even at the funeral for his father, 41st President George H.W. Bush, he found a way to make Michelle Obama crack a smile. All living former presidents and first ladies were present at the funeral at the Washington National Cathedral, greeting each other with hugs and emotional gestures. There, the bipartisan bond between former First Lady Obama and the 43rd president brightened up a difficult day.
As Bush approached the row of fellow former presidents, he reached into his pocket for something sweet. He shook hands with President Donald Trump and Melania Trump, then former President Barack Obama, and when it came time to see former First Lady Obama, he slipped her a piece of candy.
This isn't the first time the two have exchanged sweets - in fact, it seems to be their inside joke. (After all, everyone can agree on candy.) During John McCain's funeral in September, Bush gave Obama a piece of candy, and the simple, kindhearted gesture was seen by many as a heartwarming moment.
Obama and Bush have been open about their close friendship in the past. He has even claimed that she's a huge fan of his "sense of humor." Read on to see the sweet moment between these two and more photos of all the living former presidents and first ladies at the funeral service.
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12 Reasons Taking a Disney Cruise Is More Magical Than Going to the Parks
Walt Disney World is known as the most magical place on earth, but I'm here to tell you that while, yes, it's pretty great, there's actually somewhere better. What kind of place could that even be, you ask? A Disney cruise.
Visiting Disney World or Disneyland is always a great time, but with all that fun comes lots of walking, waiting, and the hassle of trying to keep the family together in massive (and usually overheated) crowds. But all of those problems magically disappear when you step on board a Disney cruise ship.
A Disney cruise not only takes away a lot of the hassles of traveling (you don't need to plan as much!), but it adds on extra magic with amazing entertainment, a plethora of activities, pretty views, and, oh yeah, around-the-world destinations. Here are 12 reasons why a Disney cruise is the best Disney vacation of them all.
16 Gifts For People (Seriously) Obsessed With Pizza
Pizza is a way of life. That's not an opinion - it's a fact. If you know a girl whose heart is made of gold and stomach is filled with pizza, we've found the perfect gifts for her. Keep reading to see our 16 favorite pizza-themed gifts in all of their triangular splendor.
20 Gifts Your 20-Something Boyfriend Will Love
Giving presents to your significant other can be a real stressor, that's why we're here to be your holiday shopping spirit guide. Take a deep breath and open your Internet browser; it's never too early to begin holiday shopping. If you've got a boyfriend in his 20s, we have a whole guide of gifts perfect for your man. Check out all 20 of the foolproof options.
22 Mermaid Gifts For Aspiring Ariels
As an ode to the wave-riding girl who gave us an obsession with fins, we found tons of incredible mermaid-inspired gifts that will impress Ariel-lovers more than a dinglehopper. Check out all of these awesome gifts for your BFFs . . . or yourself.
The 10 Best Travel Gifts From Amazon in 2018 - All Under $20
Whether you're going on a work trip, vacation, or big backpacking adventure, you need to be prepared. There's nothing worse than being far away from home without the necessities. Luckily, stocking up on what you need doesn't have to burn a hole in your pocket. Amazon offers a variety of travel products for reasonable prices. Plus, if you have Amazon Prime, many of these items can arrive at your door in as little as two days. If you don't know where to start, we rounded up the most important (and genius) products you need for your next journey. Consider this your ultimate checklist. Waste no time and get to shopping.
I Was in an Emotionally Abusive Relationship, and I Didn't Even Realize It
At 23 years old, I fell fast and hard for an outgoing, charismatic man. When we began dating, he made me feel special, beautiful, and loved. I decided that any negative aspect of our relationship didn't matter because he loved me so much - there was a reasonable explanation for all of it. So when he proposed to me after almost a year of dating, I was overjoyed. I found a guy who wanted to commit his life to me. We were going to build a future together.
Six months into our engagement, that image of our life crumbled to pieces. My fiancé decided that he didn't want to marry me anymore, and it felt like a tragedy. I dreaded telling my friends and family; I was devastated. But their reactions to my news were not what I expected at all. One friend broke into tears. Another told me she was proud of me. My family felt guilty that they had let the relationship progress as much as it did.
They were relieved that my engagement to this man was over. Everyone had been scared for me, and I didn't get why. I was confused.
Everyone had been scared for me, and I didn't get why. I was confused.
This was the worst thing that had ever happened to me, wasn't it? But then, loved ones started telling me of times when they wish they had said something to me. Times when my fiancé would put me down or yell at me in public. And as more people stepped forward and told me that ending this relationship was a good thing (including this guy's own close friends), I came to a horrifying realization.
I was emotionally abused, and I could not admit to myself that it was happening at the time.
There were glimmers of problems from the beginning of our relationship, but I made the choice to ignore them. He would say little things to me or shout for a moment, but I brushed it off. It didn't become bad until we moved in together a month after our engagement.
My friends only saw what was happening in front of them, but behind closed doors it was even worse.
The first memory I have of definitive emotional abuse was an evening just a week or two after we moved into our apartment. We were sitting at the bar below our place having a drink when I noticed that he was getting Snapchats from a girl he nicknamed Kate Upton in his phone. I had mentioned to him once before that this made me uncomfortable, so when I saw that she had popped up once again, I questioned him about it. And he became furious with me.
He immediately stomped up the stairs to our apartment, and I quickly followed behind. He was livid. He told me I was ridiculous and jealous for questioning if he would be inappropriately interacting with another girl. And I felt terrible that I would ever question him - we were getting married, after all.
But the more I cried and apologized, the more he screamed at me.
But the more I cried and apologized, the more he screamed at me. I began to have a panic attack and I melted down to the ground, curled up in a ball in the hallway. But instead of stopping the yelling, he stood over me and continued to scream. I started hyperventilating. He told me I was faking it and I was pathetic. After he finished the shouting, he walked away from me. We were silent for about 20 minutes, then we got into bed and went to sleep. The next morning, he said he was sorry, but I needed to calm down with my emotions. So in the end, I was the one apologizing for what transpired the night before.
This was not a one-time thing. There were many more fights like this. And in the end I was always the one made to feel guilty. How dare I ever question him - he proposed to me. How could I do that to him? I was disgusted with myself for doubting him on a regular basis. I told myself that it was my anxiety making me paranoid.
But the screaming wasn't the only problem. This man would criticize me, put me down, and make me feel small constantly. If he didn't like something I was wearing, he would make sure I knew it. He told me I wasn't very funny and he didn't get why my friends laughed at me. He would constantly belittle me for being clumsy. I was afraid to spill something in front of him.
Another problem entirely was his lack of respect for people close to him. I watched him yell at his family on a regular basis over the tiniest things. He started off being incredibly close with my parents (they even helped him pick out my engagement ring), but as soon as we started planning the wedding, everything changed.
I started gaining weight. I became very quiet at work. I saw less of my friends. I felt bad about myself, but I didn't understand why. Wedding planning was not fun; I found it stressful. Like always, I told myself it was all in my head.
He had a lot of opinions about how he envisioned our wedding should be, and if my parents or I had a differing opinion, he was angry about it. We weren't putting a dime of our own money into the big day, so I felt weird about his resentment toward any ideas other than his own. When I tried to tell him that, he would tell me I was wrong. "Don't you love me because I have a lot of opinions?" he would say.
He stopped visiting my family with me. When I mentioned my parents, he would make snide remarks about them. I stopped talking about them altogether because it made me uncomfortable. My family loved me, and all they were trying to do was give us a dream wedding.
I loved this guy so much that I didn't care how I was feeling on the inside.
I loved this guy so much that I didn't care how I was feeling on the inside. I would do anything for him, and he knew that. So when he told me he was unhappy in our relationship, I asked him what I could do to fix that. All he could say was that he didn't know.
Eventually he told me that proposing to me was a mistake, but he wanted me to stay with him to see if we could work things out. More specifically, if I could fix all the things that were "wrong with me." And I did stay for a while. I so desperately wanted him to wake up and realize that no woman would love him the way I did. But he went about every day like things were normal, and I woke up every morning filled with dread, unsure of my future.
I asked him what was going on with our relationship a couple times, and each time it would result in an intense fight where we would part ways and stay with our families for a night or two. He told me I was impossible to talk to because I was too emotional.
After a weekend without hearing from him, I texted him asking if we could meet at the apartment and talk. His response - "Why?" I told him we needed to figure out what was going on, and he told me it wasn't a good thing for him personally to talk to me. We ended things.
I said I was moving out, so he went through everything I owned and put it in the middle of the family room. "I hope I made it a little easier for you," he said. While I sat at my parents' house (my new temporary home) and cried for a week straight, I received texts and calls from all over town - people told me he was out drinking most nights with his friends. They were confused by his actions. It hurt.
He blocked me and my friends from every social media platform. But that didn't stop the awful screenshots of his tweets bragging about going out and joking about needing a wingman. Even his friends were not loyal to him because they knew he turned me into a shell of the person I used to be.
A week later, on top of everything I had just gone through, I learned that he was not faithful to me. He was sending all sorts of photos of his penis to another girl before we were even engaged. Several people who knew about the exchanges informed me, even providing physical proof that the "other girl" admitted to all of it.
When I confronted him and his parents about his infidelity (bravest thing I've ever done, by the way), he pulled me to the side and asked me why I was trying to ruin his life. "We're done, Macy," he shouted at me. "You're trying to cause drama."
But I wasn't trying to cause drama. For the first time in my life, I was standing up to him. He had made me feel so guilty for questioning him all this time. And that feeling in the pit of my stomach was right all along. After trying to protect him and our relationship for a year and a half of my life, I was done. I missed who I used to be. I missed being happy. I realized that I had dedicated a huge period of my life trying to make sure I didn't make someone mad, and I was exhausted.
Why am I telling you this story? Because I know there are other people out there like me. People who lose themselves in the name of love, even if that love isn't healthy. Nobody deserves to be screamed at. Nobody deserves to be berated. I didn't understand that before, but I certainly know it now.
I was so scared to write about my experience, but now I feel empowered by it.
I was so scared to write about my experience, but now I feel empowered by it. I wanted to protect my former fiancé because a part of me still loves him, but I'm finished doing that now. I am trying to remind myself that yes, I am smart, funny, and strong. I didn't feel like I was any of those things for a long time. I'm having a hard time telling myself that now, but I will believe it again soon.
If you feel like you're being emotionally abused, trust your gut. Don't make excuses for it like I did. Learn from me. Talk to someone you trust. You may feel like you can't live without your partner, but you can. It will hurt. I'm still hurting every single day. But little by little, you will find yourself again. You won't believe you lived the way you did because of how happy you are now. And you will be stronger for it.
If you or a loved one are in need of any help, the Office on Women's Health has several resources here, including links to national hotlines.
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