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Generation Z is full of surprises. One day they'll start a worldwide movement, and other days they'll be scarfing down tide pods. You never know what to expect with people who are literally too young to remember JT with frosted tips — and what a time that was to be alive. These kids are not to be underestimated, they will literally cancel you for the way you part your hair, but at the same time celebrate all forms of love. Sometimes they need to be humbled, but sometimes they need to be celebrated. It depends on the vibe.

When you spend too much time with people a lot starts to happen. You can predict their moods, memorize their sleep schedule, and of course, you develop some kind of a dialect that only becomes more and more abstract with time. Made-up words can definitely solidify a relationship. So, who do we spend the most time with growing up? Yep, our families. And some 'famiolects' just happen to go much farther than others.

Crushes are harmless, right? I mean, if someone is genuinely interested in pursuing things with someone would they still refer to them as their 'crush'? It was definitely a phrase that was passed around much more often in grade school. But I suppose adults still get crushes, and then the only difference is they can actually marry their crush, like even that day if they were feeling it.

Whenever Valentine's day rolls around, I can't help but remember the weirdest Valentine's day first date I ever had. This was a few years ago now, but it still feels like just yesterday, because it was literally wild. I agreed to go out with this guy from my gym, let's call him Doug. I was single and ready to be swept off my feet, so when he proposed a special Valentine's day dinner and dancing event, I was psyched! Only when I got there...it turned out to be a double date. WITH HIS PARENTS. And not like "oh we happened to bump into each other and decided to sit together." No. Turns out, he called them the second I said yes and ASKED them to come on a date with us. And so began the most painfully awkward night of my life…

Valentine's day is the day of love, and this year I decided to treat myself to a little self-love (the most important kind)! Especially after the craziness that was 2020, I think we've all earned the right to focus on self-pleasure. Plus, there are LOTS of health benefits to orgasms--they can relieve stress, cramps, headaches...they're kind of a cure-all. Why are doctors not prescribing them more?? In my quest to give my V the perfect V-day, I did quite a bit of searching and eventually settled on the Sweet Treat Spinnator toy from Satisfyer. I chose it (over a regular vibrator or a suction toy) based on its adorable design, its affordability, and its spinning mechanism that I was curious to try. If you want to learn more or if you just want to enjoy more jokes about my vagina, read on.

Ah, childbirth. One of the most common miracles that literally occurs every single second. I'm not kidding. There's an average of 250 babies born every minute, look it up! It's kind of like one of the secrets in life that everybody understands at their own pace. But once you know, you know. Some parents share it casually with their children, and some will create magical stories to distract their children from inevitably asking them what S-E-X means. Not today Charlie, it's time for bed.

Let's talk crushes. We love them and we hate them. They're exciting in the beginning, "Oooh I have butterflies! I wonder if he likes me too!" But if they last too long they can become exhausting. A crush really should be a temporary state, but it depends on long it takes you to admit it to yourself and finally to them. 

Regardless, one thing is clear, whether they last one whole day or one whole century, crushes can be so embarrassing!

*Trigger warning: this may remind you of your cringy middle school days. Although this is a safe space, everybody can admit to an awkward story or two from their cringy tween years. Such stories only add to your character development, right? Asking for a friend. 

Reddit users shared their most awkward first kiss stories and they are sure to bring you back to the good old days. If you can top any of these I would love to hear it. Personally, my first kiss took place in a Hollister surrounded by uncomfortable high school sales associates and the store's signature overwhelming scent — did I forget to mention we counted down from three? Yes, it was extremely romantic.

When convincing my friends to take a leap of faith and pursue things with someone they think they might like, I try to push them by saying, "What's the worst that can happen? Either you break up or you get married. Those are the two options." But really, after further analysis, I can see now that there are really many MANY more directions a relationship can go in. I can think of 15 now, but until these apps manage to completely distort our dating experiences, and entirely hinder our ability to meet people ~organically~, well this is what I got for ya.

Fatherhood is a gift that many take for granted. Although kids come with their fair share of headaches, they are still a beautiful addition to family life. These dads have got into the full swing of things when it comes to being a father, and I'm sure their kids feel the love every day. 

People meet their significant others in all types of ways. Whether it's on a dating app, through friends, or a chance happening, they say love appears when you least expect it. So when Twitter user @jreganwilliams posted, "I may have asked this before, but how did you meet your partner? I love hearing the stories", people jumped at the chance to share the adorable love stories. And adorable, they indeed were. Enjoy reading these short tales of how love can emerge out of nowhere and catch you by pleasant surprise.

If you are a plant parent like me, you'll relate to wanting your plants to live in the prettiest pots you can find. I guess in the same a parent dresses their kids in the most beautiful clothes they can afford, it also makes sense to want your plant babies looking their best too. Ceramics by Hannah is a company that makes plant pots with the cutest puns and inspirational messages. Please scroll through and check out her gorgeous pots with punny quotes, and then perhaps you can treat your plants by ordering one or two.

The universe has a funny way of bringing people together, and people meet their partners in all sorts of ways. Whether it's online, through friends, at college, or chance meetings, every couple has their unique story. Redditors have been sharing their "anyways, we're married now" stories, and they're giving us all of the feels! They genuinely show that you never know when your life partner is just around the corner, so all you single people, don't give up hope just yet!

Babies are adorable, even when they're doing gross (albeit natural) things like throwing up, pooping, and peeing everywhere. And what's even more adorable is when their parents catch these moments on camera. Check out these hilariously cute pictures of babies making faces while they poop, which somehow wouldn't be as sweet if these were the faces of adults. 

If you're a fan of TV sitcom Friends (who isn't) and adorable baby pictures (again, who isn't?!) then you'll love what's coming up! Mandy Penn, a photographer from Colorado decided to get creative during COVID-19 lockdown and dressed newborns up as the cast of our favorite TV show using the most adorable props and costumes. Not only do these pictures melt our hearts, but they make us want to sit down and binge through Friends on Netflix right now. Enjoy scrolling through these insanely cute pictures. 

Life is all about finding happiness in the small things. Sure, there are big moments in our life that spark joy, but it's also important to seek pleasure in the everyday happenings. These wholesome pictures prove that pleasure can be found in the smaller things that we encounter during the day, proving that happiness is a choice.