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Getting older is simply just a fact of life. There's no getting around it but there's something about seeing the people who were a core part of your teenage years showing signs of aging that makes you realize just how much time has passed since you were young.It's a gradual realization, really. First you start hearing songs you danced to at your senior prom or during your college years on your local throwback station. Then the clothes you wore in high school are appearing in stores but marketed to kids who want to look "vintage," and just when you feel like you've accepted your rapid descent into middle age, something diabolical happens.You get a peak at your favorite musicians and instead of looking like the early 20-somethings they once were, they look or sound...their age. This can't be right. Were they always this much older than you? No. No they weren't and that realization of your own aging comes crashing down which is exactly what many Millennials are bonding over after witnessing two of the most popular rappers 2000s attempt to do an Instagram live together. Recently rappers Nelly and Lil Wayne decided to jump on a live together which normally wouldn't be a big deal but it quickly became clear that the two had no idea what they were doing. Nelly is sitting very close to the camera smiling with sparkles around his head from a filter while Lil Wayne appears fully confused on what is supposed to be happening. lil wayne glasses GIF Giphy A TikTok user by the name of @notfarremoved uploaded a short screen recording of the interaction with text overlay that reads, "say your old without saying your old" complete with a rolling laughing emoji. The interaction is humorous because it's so relatable.The short clip kicks off with Lil Wayne asking, "Can other people see...why...I see stuff like...stuff like coming at the bottom. That's people saying stuff to me? To you?" Nelly gets very close to the camera telling Lil Wayne loudly that he thinks they're both on the live. It's a pretty wholesome moment watching them attempt to figure out the technology. But the reaction of commenters proved that this video was a sign for Millennials to accept that though they may all collectively look younger than they are, they're no longer the cool kids. @notfarremoved #onthisday ♬ original sound - King Mark One minute we were all dancing in the club to Nelly's "Hot in Herre" with our super low rise jeans and the next we're putting a heating pad on our lower backs because we bent down too fast to tie our shoes. There's no escaping that Millennials are aging and our favorite artists are here to remind us that no matter how cool you were in your prime, the awkward "too old to be young but too young to be old" stage reaches us all. The comment section was full of lighthearted teasing and bonding over getting older along with artists from their younger years. Nelly Lol GIF by BET Hip Hop Awards Giphy "I never thought I'd witness Nelly and Wayne as old men trying to figure out technology," one person writes."Nelly is me on FaceTime lol I don't know why I be hollering," another laughs."Nelly thinks if he gets closer to the camera he has to yell...we can hear you," someone says."My second concert was at 16 it was Nelly headlining and cash money was opening act, now they figuring out live videos together, I'm old," a commenter shares. Music Video Throwing Money GIF Giphy "Wayne yelling. Wayne's confusion. Nelly Sparkling. Nelly yelling. This is too funny, I am feeling old," one person adds.Many people were simply laughing about getting old with one person saying, "us millennials are getting old we were raised with this technology," while someone else writes, "we getting on up there." Hot In Herre Nelly GIF Giphy There's nothing wrong with aging, everybody has to do it but it sure is nice to have a community of people to laugh-cry with as the realization sinks in. Millennials went from technology experts for their parents to relating to icons from our teen years struggling to figure out how to use social media features. In the end it seems that Nelly and Lil Wayne figured it out enough to have a chat even if they gave off uncle energy throughout the live. A win is a win.

Culture and etiquette can change from country to country, state to state and even household to household. There's no hard rule one what's acceptable and what isn't outside of universal niceties that are likely to be appreciated by anyone, such as holding the door open for a stranger when their hands are full. But still, there are a few things that are fairly common areas of etiquette that can trip up someone who has never heard of that information.One of those areas are going the extra mile to make yourself stand out during the job interview process by sending a note after the interview. Before email became popular, people would drop a prewritten note in the mail on their way to or from the interview. But this practice is something that is taught by someone close to you or even a job coach.While this thoughtful gesture may seem like a common practice to some, not everyone does it and others simply aren't aware that it's an option. One person took to the internet to yell into the void about not knowing that writing a note could help them secure a job. "OH MY GOD whyyyy did no one tell me you’re supposed to send thank-yous after interviews?? Why would I do that???'Thank you for this incredibly stressful 30 minutes that I have had to re-structure my entire day around and which will give me anxiety poos for the next 24 hours.'I HATE ETIQUETTE IT’S THE MOST IMPOSSIBLE THING FOR ME TO LEARN WITHOUT SOMEONE DIRECTLY TELLING ME THIS SH*T," the person shares on a since deleted Tumblr post. nicksplat job search GIF Giphy The old post has recently resurfaced after screenshots of the thread were shared on Facebook by Happy Crispy. On the original post commenters jumped in to rescue the poster, not only sharing their experience with writing notes after job interviews, but one person even created a template for the frustrated job seeker. The template reads: "Dear ______: Thank you so much for the opportunity to sit down with you (&________) to discuss the [insert job position]. I am grateful to be considered for the position. I think I will be a great fit at [company name], especially given my experience in __________. [insert possible reference to something you talked about, something that excited you.] I look forward to hearing from you [and if you are feeling super confident: and working together in the future]. Sincerely, @mellivorinae." Season 3 Nbc GIF by The Office Giphy One person shares how their brother was able to get a paid internship after sending in a quick thank you note after the interview. It turns out the note was the deciding factor according to the commenter. Another advises to send the email within a couple of hours of the interview and not to rely on snail mail. This technique allows the interviewee to still be on the minds of the interviewers when they receive the email. "As a former professional recruiter and recruiting manager, I can confirm, especially for entry level positions, where you're competing with oodles of people. This little thing can make a difference," someone chimes in with their professional experience. Someone suggests going further than just sending the note via email by also publicly thanking the company on LinkedIn, being sure to tag them so it piques the interest of Human Resources, ending their comment with, "flattery will get you everywhere...and public flattery might make its way back to their manager, doubly so."While people were very kind and helpful, some couldn't help but to show frustration at the process around getting a job, with someone writing, "The amount of effort required to get a job that barely pays the bills is friggin ridiculous." Though everyone didn't agree with the idea of needing a thank you note to stand out during your job hunt, others took the time to explain why it can be the deciding factor. Cat Reaction GIF Giphy "Yes its a thing. And those who don't agree can easily lose a great opportunity to an average candidate who does this. My father was an executive recruiter for 35 years. He would often say that interviews are only offered to candidates who they already know can do the job. The interview is all about seeing if you are a decent person to work with, or if you're a jerk. Little niceties like thank you notes never hurt and can be the deciding factor between 2 equally qualified candidates," someone writes. Sending a thank you note after an interview is totally personal, but it's common enough that many people see the benefit of doing so. There's no follow up on if the original poster got the job they were seeking, but the amount of positive energy being put forward in the comments to help them out is beyond wholesome. Maybe all the advice given will help out other job seekers who may not know about this little courtesy.

Hurkle-durkle might be the silliest word ever, but it could be the missing step in your self-care.Hurkle-durkling simply means to linger in bed long past the time when you “should” already be up. It’s a Scottish term dating back to the 1800s—-originally having more to do with sitting in a crouching position either for warmth or secrecy, but eventually taking on a more relaxed and positive connotation.It’s a word that only the biggest etymology enthusiast would know, had it not been plucked from obscurity thanks to TikTok.The viral trend seems to have started with actress Kira Kosarin sharing it as her “word of the day,” joking that “I do be hurkling, and I do be durkling and once I’ve hurkled my last durkle in a given morning I will get up, but I’m a big fan of a hurkle-durkle.” @kirakosarin hurkle-durkle, u deserve it <3 ♬ original sound - Kira Kosarin Kosarin’s clip prompted others to share videos of themselves enjoying a good hurkle-durkling, blissfully wrapped in their sheets, basking in the sunlight, leisurely reading, etc.One woman hailing from Scotland even joked, “[The Scottish] knew it was so critical to well-being they made a whole term about it. So no I’m not being lazy or wasting my life. I’m practicing an ancestral right of passage. I’m connecting with my culture and heritage.”At this point you might be thinking, wait, isn’t this just bed-rotting? Bed-rotting, another TikTok trend about lying in bed, and hurkle-durkling are similar, but have very different contexts. Bed-rotting has more to do with symptoms of burnout and fatigue, whereas hurkle-durkling is a bit more hygge, if you will. It’s seen as a pleasurable activity meant to promote rest for overall well being. Plus a hurkle-durkle has an end in sight, whereas bedrotting can take up an entire weekend, or longer. And now matter how silly hurkle-durkle sounds, it could be seriously good for us. Research has shown that sleeping in, even a couple days a week, reduce the chances of a heart attack or stroke by 63%, especially for folks who get less than 6 hours of sleep through the rest of the week. (So, everyone, basically). Not only that, but getting those few extra minutes of shut-eye from hitting the snooze can help increase alertness and boost our mood.Really, as with any self care practice, balance is key. Experts warn against staying in bed as an everyday practice or to avoid responsibilities an uncomfortable feelings, especially as too much inactivity can worsen feelings of depression. But when done mindfully and moderately, it can be the rejuvenation we long for, that so many of us don’t grant ourselves. In fact, Kristin Wilson, a licensed professional counselor and chief experience officer, told Yahoo Life that perhaps so many people are leaning into silly, catchy terms like hurkle-durkle because they make rest and self-care, activities many Americans "are hesitant to celebrate and fully embrace,” more accessible. "Sometimes our bodies just need a break, and we don’t want to feel guilty about taking time to rest," she explained. "Giving this behavior a clever social media name can make it feel more socially acceptable and when it trends and becomes popular, it normalizes the need for relaxation within the community of followers." So with that, show yourself some love with a little hurkle-durkle. It’s fun to say, and oh so important to do. This article originally appeared on 2.20.24

There are a lot of nail salons out there and without word of mouth it can be impossible to know which salon to visit. This is why many businesses have social media pages to advertise services without having to spend a lot of money on television ad space. Advertising pictures and videos of amazing work can help keep a steady flow of customers, but one Canadian nail salon is going with a different approach. Henry Pro Nails in Toronto, Canada is leaving the internet in stitches after creating a viral ad for his nail salon. The video takes several viral video clips but instead of the expected ending, Henry pops in completing the viral moment in hilarious different ways. It opens with a familiar viral video of a man on a stretcher being pulled by EMS when the stretcher overturns flopping the man onto the ground. But instead of it ending with the injured man on the ground, Henry lays out on the floor of his salon and delivers his first line, "come to my nail salon, your nails will look beautiful." The video doesn't stop there and has certainly having the desired effect.In another clip, a man holds his leg straight up and somehow flips himself into a split. When the camera cuts back to Henry, he's in the splits on the floor of his nail salon promoting loyalty discounts. The ad is insanely creative and people in the comments can't get enough, some are even planning a trip to Toronto just to get their nails done by the now internet famous, Henry."I will fly to Canada to get my nails done here just because of this hilarious video. You win this trend for sure," one woman says."Get yourself a passport and make a roadtrip! My bf and I are legit getting ours and its only a 4 hr drive from where we are in Pennsylvania. Their prices are a lot better than other places I've been too," another person says while convincing a fellow American citizen to make the trip. "Omg, where are you located? I would fly to get my nails done by you," one person writes."The pedicure I had at Henry’s was the best I have ever had. Unfortunately made all other places disappointing and I don’t live close enough for Henry’s to be my regular spot," someone else shares. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ?? ??????? ???? ????? ????????? ?? (@henrypronails_salon) It just goes to show that creative advertising can get people to go just about anywhere, but the service gets them to come back. This isn't Henry's first rodeo at making creative ads, though this one seems to be the one that takes the cake. If you're ever in Toronto and find yourself needing an emergency manicure, Henry's Pro Nails is apparently the place to be. This article originally appeared on 4.30.24

Hey there, millennials! Welcome to the "Holy crapoly, I have real-life memories from 20 years ago!" club. It's a strangely disorienting milestone to reach when you find yourself starting sentences with "When I was young…" or "Back in my day…" isn't it?Your Gen X elders have been here for a while, but even we have moments of incredulously calculating how the heck we've arrived at this place. Time is a tricky little jokester, isn't he?To highlight how much has changed for middle-aged folks since we were young, a user on Reddit asked people born before 1990 what useless skills they possess that nobody has a need for anymore. It's both a hilarious trip down memory lane and a time capsule of life pre-Y2K. (Do kids these days even know what Y2K was? Gracious.)If you're down for some good-old-days nostalgia, check out people's responses:Ask Reddit Question: People born before 1990, what trivial skill do you possess that no one uses anymore?Making brown paper bag book covers"I can cover a textbook with a brown paper bag." — sourwaterbugOh goodness yes. And there was always that one girl in class who had the art of the brown paper bag book cover perfected. (They're probably Pinterest influencers now.)Folding a map—and knowing where to find a map"I can re-fold a map correctly." —JungleZac"Man remember actually using maps…I had an atlas with the road system in my car to navigate other states during road trips. Crazy." – jagua_hakuHow did we ever figure out how to get anywhere before GPS and Google Maps? (Two-inch thick road atlases in our car and stopping at gas stations to buy local maps while traveling, that's how. Positively primitive.)Memorizing phone numbers and answering the house phoneFor real, though, kids these days don't even know. "Remembering phone numbers." — greatmilliondog"Not only that, having to speak to your friend's parents for a few minutes when you call their house." — Logical_Area_5552"How to take a message when the person they want to talk to isn't there." — Amoori_A_SploogeHow about dialing on a rotary phone, using a pay phone and making (or taking) a collect call?The skillful phone shoulder hold"Using your shoulder to hold a telephone up to your ear while doing multiple other things at once. Now, the phones are so damned small I drop them." – Regular_Sample_5197"100 ft phone cords ?" – mrch1ck3nn"I got in sooooo much trouble for stretching the phone cord into the bathroom for some privacy. Accidentally clotheslined Grandma ? She laughed about it but Mom was pissed!" – AffectionateBite3827Knowing the exact name of every Crayola color because we only had so many"I know what the color “goldenrod” is." — ImAmazedBaybee"That and burnt sienna were the crayolas of choice." — Signiference"Cornflower would like a word." — cps12345The art of the mixed tape—especially from the radioI don't think kids these days fully grasp how revolutionary Spotify and the like are for those of us who spent hours in front of the radio with our cassette tape recorder queued up at just the right spot waiting for the song we wanted to record to come one. And they will never, ever know the frustration of the DJ yapping right up until the lyrics start."Record to tape from the radio. Trying to make sure to not get the DJ/presenter talking sh-t or an ad" – Gankstajam"'Shut up, shut up, shut up!!! I'm trying to record my song!!!'" – tearsonurcheek"Haha yeah and trying to tell others so they don't make random noise or knock on the door.How about making cassette-based mix tapes, trying to figure out to the second, how many and which types of songs in which order, that would still fit perfectly on the length of tape per side.People who make digital recordings do not have to worry about 'running out of tape.'Having the first side be tempting enough that they'd flip the other side to continue listening. That's before continual playback machines existed. Had to flip the cassette." – CrunchyTeaTimeAnd there were many more, from rewinding a cassette tape with a pencil to writing in cursive to tearing the sides off of printer paper without tearing the paper itself. (Oh and of course the ability to count out change and understand what you're supposed to do if something costs $9.91 and someone hands you $10.01.)Gotta love it when the things that used to be totally normal now sound like historic artifacts found in a museum. Kind of makes you wonder what normal things from today we'll be laughing about in another 20 or 30 years. This article originally appeared on 6.22.23

The first thing you need to know about Charlie the golden retriever is that he loves Mr. Quackers.Mr. Quackers is Charlie's stuffed yellow duck. Charlie carries him around everywhere, he loves him so. @charliethegolden18 I always so happ to see my lil bro ? #dogsoftiktok #petsoftiktok #dogs #goldenretriever Anyone who's had a dog with a favorite stuffy knows that it's a bit like a child with a favorite stuffy. As long as the stuffy is there, all is well. If stuffy goes missing, all hell breaks loose. Nobody take the stuffy away. Nobody lose the stuffy. Nobody mess with the stuffy.Where they go, their stuffy goes.Where Charlie goes, Mr. Quackers goes.That's just the way it is. @charliethegolden18 Happens every..single..time ?? #dogsoftiktok #petsoftiktok #dogs #goldenretriever ♬ Quirky - Oleg Kirilkov The attachment is real. Watch what happens when Charlie's buddy Buddy tries to mess with Mr. Quackers. @charliethegolden18 Ain’t nobody touching my Mr. Quackers ? #dogsoftiktok #petsoftiktok #dogs #goldenretriever "There, see it!" Oh, Charlie. His love for Mr. Quackers is unrivaled, which is why his owner decided to pull an incredible pet prank and dress up as Mr. Quackers himself. @charliethegolden18 When your husband finds a costume that looks identical to your dogs favorite duck toy ? #dogsoftiktok #petsoftiktok #dogs #goldenretriever The things we do for our dogs, indeed. And when Charlie got to meet the life-sized Mr. Quackers? So. Much. Joy. @charliethegolden18 Dressed up as our dogs favorite duck toy. Full video on FB & YouTube. Link in bio. #dogsoftiktok #petsoftiktok #dogs #goldenretriever Charlie practically wagged his tail right off his body. And he never let go of the original Mr. Quackers the whole time—at least on TikTok.The extended video on YouTube shows Charlie dropping Mr. Quackers and trying to get a hold of Huge Mr. Quackers by the neck. Not in an aggressive way—more like in a "Hey, lemme carry you around like I do Mr. Quackers!" kind of way. And then the slow discovery that Huge Mr. Quackers smells an awful lot like his hooman … just too precious.Animals can bring such joy to our lives, especially when we take the time to play with them. Thanks, Charlie's parents, for sharing this moment of adorable delight with us all.Follow more of Charlie and Mr. Quackers' adventures on TikTok and YouTube.This article originally appeared on 03.30.22

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