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I don't know about you, but when I was a child I had literally no concept of money whatsoever. Because my parents wouldn't let me eat Kraft Mac and Cheese, I assumed it was expensive, and thus too nice for us. Boy was I mistaken. Now that I'm an adult, I still feel luxurious every time I pour out the powdered bright yellow 'cheese' all over the little noods. Every time it makes me feel like I've really made it.

Kids are extremely curious. Sometimes it's rather unbearable. They will willingly ask 100+ questions a day until they exhaust every adult around them. Sometimes though, they will find the answer on their move on with their little lives. The only issue is that that answer may be complete nonsense, and eventually that little kid will grow up to be a big adult and they will have to actually understand what is going on around them. Hopefully, somebody corrects them before it's too late.

Guys are always on about how girls aren't funny (which is a whole other conversation), but then they can get so angry when a girl doesn't laugh at their jokes. Women really can't win, if they don't laugh, it's not that the joke isn't clever. It's just that they 'simply don't get it,' or they 'have no sense of humor.' Or maybe she's just tired of you recycling the same four Family Guy references, Brad!

So, it's commonly known at this point that women outlive men in almost every part of the world. I'm definitely not complaining, but it is interesting to think about why it might be that way. I'm sure there's a totally accurate scientific explanation for it somewhere, but conveniently #WomenLiveLongerThanMenBecause is already trending on Twitter so... I bet the true answer is there somewhere. Hehe.

Okay, this is definitely a thing. As girls, we usually all learn about what being pregnant is before we fully understand what sex is. This results in a delay of information, a disconnect you might say. We know that we are the gender that has babies, but what leads up to that? Some parents will try to scare their kids by saying that they can get pregnant in all kinds of ways. Thank god we have the internet these days. Just try not to get sucked into the "I didn't know I was pregnant" stories.

I seriously wonder what goes through peoples' minds sometimes. In what world should women be 'flattered' for them requesting nude photos? It can really put women in an awkward position. Do I trust him? Does he really like me? Why doesn't he just ask me to hang out so he can see it all in person? I've heard that our parents generation  used to meet at a hidden spot in their neighborhood, count down from three, flash each other, and then run away. No cameras, no screenshots, no evidence! Though, still wouldn't fully recommend that since public nudity is illegal in many places. Can't have it all I guess.

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.

Nobody can control their dreams, and it can be really frustrating sometimes, like when you're trying to run away from a monster and you are making no progress. Ugh, it's annoying just thinking about it. Sometimes dreams can be nice though, even pleasurable. Every so often you realize your true feelings for someone because they popped up in your REM. But sometimes you have an intimate dream that is just messed up. It happens to everyone, nothing to be ashamed of. Just... remember it's only a dream, right?

Ah, the miracle of motherhood. Isn't it just the most magical thing? Every part of it is easy and fun! JUST KIDDING, all moms deserve a raise for putting up with it all. From pregnancy to birth, to... well forever. Homegirls really don't get a day off. Still, it's always possible to find humor in each phase of motherhood. Specifically during pregnancy. Sure there were sleepless nights, back pains, and the occasional low-key heat strokes, but there were also those hilarious pregnancy cravings.

One night stands are nothing to be ashamed of. It's a totally natural part of life, and as long as we're all being safe and honest, there's no reason to give a sh** what anyone else thinks. That being said, they can really be cringy sometimes. That awkwardness usually begins the moment you finish, and then it's just like... What now? Well, if any of this seems relatable, or at least entertaining, maybe you will enjoy these thirteen bizarre one-night stand stories that some brave people shared on Reddit.

I don't know about you, but whenever I hear that a TV couple dated in real life, it changes the entire watching experience for me. The kisses aren't just 'on-screen' kisses. Their fights feel more real. Don't even get me started on the cheating scandals. Suddenly their TV relationship carries ten times more weight, and they will be ruthlessly shipped both on and off-screen until the viewers see wedding bells.

This is our relationship too now, sorry to be the one to break it to you.

Let's be real. Whether you like it or not Valentine's day is coming up quickly. Yes, we're are in the midst of a global pandemic, but that doesn't mean you cannot make February 14th your B. Options may be limited, but there are still plenty of ways to go off and show Saint Valentine who's boss. Who needs a man when there are heart-shaped pizzas out there that can fill you up without unleashing their emotional baggage on you? Here are fourteen ways to thoroughly smash your first (and hopefully last) social distancing Valentine's day as the single queen that you are. 

Life's more fun with secret messages are involved! Here are some real life easter eggs people have found: 

You know the saying, "work smarter, not harder", well, these people below are doing just that: 

You were the very last part of your generation that can remember life before the internet. Before smartphones were in everyone's pockets, and before emojis and texting was the norm of communicating.