The answer to the timeless question, “Can money buy happiness?” — yes! … provided you spend it in the right way. Apparently, those who spend their money on others and experiences versus themselves and material things report being much happier. See the video below for way more colorful details. [via Jezebel, “Can Money Buy You...
For Ernessa’s Nursery Wall [One More Thing Before We Go]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
I mean we do want her twins to grow up to be nerds, right? [via The Mary Sue]...
“I Joined a Book Club Just So I Could Drink Some Wine!” [Procrastinate on This]...
posted by T.E. Hibbard
I thought I was done with ads, featuring white people rapping, but then “The Motherhood,” a British ad for the four-door Fiat, pulled me back in! [via Jezebel, “Fiat Mom Raps About Sticky Furniture, Faking Orgasms, and Her Sweet...
I Never Had Any Desire to Go to the Swiss Alps [Procrastinate on This!]...
posted by T.E. Hibbard
Until now. Man, Swiss Alps, you sure are purty at night. [via...
Every Internet Creative Needs to Read This [One More Thing Before We Go]...
posted by T.E. Hibbard
It’s amazing because it’s true. All 100% true — especially the bits involving underpants. READ THE REST...
READING RAINBOW Remixed by Symphony of Science
posted by T.E. Hibbard
But warning, do not watch this video if you only have a few minutes to procrastinate. I’m working, but now I want to read a book so bad…
In Defense of Introverts [Procrastinate on This]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
As someone who qualifies myself as a “loud introvert,” I really appreciated this video. It says that basically introversion is on a spectrum, and that people (including introverts themselves) are very prejudiced toward people who are on it. It’s also worth clicking through to take the quiz about whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or a combination of both. [via...
3 Theories of Time Travel [One More Thing Before We Go]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
Some things to think about, just in case you’ve been considering taking a trip through time. Thanks so much to Friend of FaN, Polly Harrison for posting this on her Facebook...
Have You Had Your Mind Blown Today? [Procrastinate on This]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
No? Then you should totally watch this under-2-minute history of the universe. I love feeling like a speck in history and a part of something so big at the same time. [via The Mary...
Nerdy Baby Nurseries [One More Thing Before We Go]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
Why yes, Ernessa is still out on maternity leave. Why do you ask? Also, please, please, please click through to BuzzFeed to see all 20 pics of super nerdy nursery theme ideas. These are but a very geeky...
Paganini’s Violin Concert Performed with Facial Expressions [Procrastinate on This]...
posted by T.E. Hibbard
…because why not? [via...
I hope ETC is doing the right thing while she’s out on maternity leave… [Procrastinate on This]...
posted by T.E. Hibbard
And by right thing, I obviously mean training up her babies to fight plush animals in a track suit. [via YouTube]...
Ewok + Yoda = ??? [One More Thing Before We Go]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
It’s also available as a T-shirt boys and girls. [via Fashionably...
When Demon Summoning Goes Wrong [Procrastinate on This]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
And by “wrong” we mean “terrifically cute.” Check out “The Colors of Evil” by Alyse Miller and Phillip Simon. [via...
Sofa With Attached Dog House [One More Thing Before We Go]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
I so need this concept sofa, which was designed by Seungji Mun, to become a reality. I bet Dog and cat lovers alike would rejoice and buy. [via...
This Will Make You Want to Get a Ph.D. [Procrastinate on This]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
Just so folks can interpret it through dance. From i09 comes a report of a what sounds like a super-fascinating dance competition: For half a decade, scientists from all over the globe have been participating in Science’s annual Dance Your Ph.D. contest. This year’s winners were just announced, and they are every bit as excellent as we’ve come to expect. The rules of Dance Your Ph.D. are simple: 1. You must have a Ph.D., or be working on one as a Ph.D. student. 2. Your Ph.D. must be in a science-related field. 3. You must be part of the dance. Here’s the winner of the Chemistry Category: “A Super Alloy is...
“WORD TO YOUR MOTHER” [Thought Chuck]
posted by Charles Cron
According to a Pew Research study the percentage of Americans who say the Bible should be taken literally has fallen in Gallup polls from an average of about 38% of the public in the late 1970s and early 1980s to an average of 31% since that time.
POCKETS [Procrastinate on This]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
Okay, well, this kind of makes no sense at all. But it’s cool to look at it and it’s short, so why not. Pockets from DANIELS on...
Silence Plush [One More Thing Before We Go]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
Because, sadly, kids aren’t getting creeped out enough these days. Put this Dr. Who toy in your toddler’s bed to get her started on the recurring nightmares extra early. [via...
Mesmerizing Metronomes [Procrastinate on This]
posted by T.E. Hibbard
Weird factoid: If you set off metronomes individually they keep their own time. But if you put them on a moving surface, they become good little soldiers. On a side note, this video can also be used as a fantastic meditation. I get a couple of ideas and/or solves every time I watch it. [via...