Things That Should Be Banned Before TikTok

So, okay, that was a fun weekend. 

TikTok was banned.

First I got this message:

Then this one, which made me want to gag a bit:

And then like 10 hours later, TikTok was back:

It was like whiplash trying to figure out what was happening. At first they were saying it would go dark at 830 PM EST. That time came and went and it was still working. Then suddenly at around midnight EST it finally went dark. But people were posting, "it's staying!" and then "nevermind!" and then "oh, it's not being banned!" and I was like !!!!!!!

But anyhow, as I said, it's back.

However, if it goes away again, here are things that I feel should be banned before TikTok:

1. Cybertrucks. They are the ugliest things and I know it's wrong, but I always assume the people who drive them are douchebags. 

2. Surcharges when you buy stuff online. Look, if I buy movie tickets, do not add a convenience fee on top of that. I even get one when I add money to my daughter's lunch account. 

3. People who film stuff when the movie is on in movie theaters. Put your phone away. I'll tell you do it, I find I'm getting crankier as I age. I'm not about to pay $15 per ticket PLUS A CONVENIENCE fee to be distracted by the light on your phone. I don't care if you're sharing a specific scene on TikTok. Tell your audience to go see the movie like the rest of us. 

4. Vaping. It's just gross. I hate when smoke gets blown in my face. Sure it might smell like cotton candy, but I'm sorry, I like my lungs healthy and pink. (Cigarettes can go as well, of course.)

5. Trump. The person. The clothes. The dance that looks like the person doing it is having a stroke. Everything about him can just go. Thanks.

6. People who don't use their turn signals. It's so easy to do. Flick your wrist. When cars try to squeeze in front of me without a signal, I won't let them in. If there is a signal, I do. Also, give a wave if someone does let you in. It's manners.

7. ASMR. I hate those sounds. It makes me cringe. I know some people love it. I am not one of those people. 

8. Tipping for every little thing. I always tip servers. Always. 20%, sometimes more if they are extra amazing. I'll tip people who carry my luggage because I know it's heavy. (Sorry, sir!) But the other day I went to Crumbl Cookie and just wanted one (1) cookie, and the guy was like, "Do you want to tip?" and I was like, "No?" He literally took a spatula, picked up my cookie, and stuck it in a box. 

9. The last season of Game of Thrones. It was just awful. I pretend it doesn't exist, honestly. 

Those are at the top of my list. Trust me, I do have more. (I wouldn't be sad to see Adam Levine disappear forever.) 

We'll see if TikTok stays. 

Practical Valentine's Day Gifts

Valentine's Day is approaching and most people go for the typical flowers & chocolate. And these are nice gifts of course, but they aren't exactly practical. I mean, the chocolate is kinda, but to me you can grab it for 50% off the next day. 

I prefer practicality, so I prefer gifts that last long. If you agree, I have ideas!  

Shoe pads. I know this seems strange, but hear me out: many people have flat feet. I am one of those people. My son is one of those people. So walking around can start to hurt. But these insoles for flat feet can help with arch support. They are incredibly comfy. We use these when we walk everywhere around Disney World. 

The Oodie. If it's chilly out or if you just want to be cozy, The Oodie is a wonderful gift option. It comes in so many different prints--want Stranger Things? They have it! Pokemon? Yup! There's a sale going on so hurry and save! 

A Plush Bouquet. Flowers are gorgeous, don't get me wrong, but they die. And sometimes people don't want to actually take care of them so they just sit in their cellophane and die. With a plush bouquet, you don't have to worry. You can find plush flowers or favorite characters!

Coffee. Many people drink it so would appreciate getting some to help keep them awake. Scott Patterson, who played Luke on Gilmore Girls has his own line of coffee. There's dark, medium, and light roasts, plush a special pumpkin blend. Not into coffee? He has hot chocolate too! 

A beautiful pickleball paddle! The Pretty Pickleball Company is owned by women, and they have beautiful princess paddles. Check out the one we got. It's made incredibly well and you can save 10% with the code AIRINGMYLAUNDRY. Pickleball is a popular sport so if you know someone who plays, surprise them with one of these!

Gilmore Girls book. If your partner loves Gilmore Girls, this cute book is under $6. It depicts scenes from the show so any Gilmore Girls fan will adore it. Books are always a fabulous gift.

What do you generally give on Valentine's Day? 

Hey, It's Okay

I got this idea from Glamour magazine. You can link up any day of the week. All you have to do is make a list of what you're okay about. Simple! Please do not link up a post that has nothing to do with Hey, It's Okay. It's rude and I'll delete the link.

HEY, IT'S OKAY....

....to wish the cast & crew of Spongebob The Musical a happy opening day. Natalie's school is putting it on and she's Mrs. Puff. It's her last show because she says she needs a break from theatre. Some of people have become toxic and it's not been good on her mental health. 

.....to not be able to shake this bit of worry that I have--I think it's because inauguration is looming. 

.....to have started to watch the show Shrinking on Apple TV--I'm really enjoying it. 

.....to love the Stranger Things Oodie. I look forward to the final season, so I need to pick one up when it premieres. Which SHOULD be this year, but who knows with that show. (Confused on what an Oodie is? I explain here.)

......to have loved eating at Bob's Big Boy while in Burbank. It's a retro diner with some tasty food. I'll do a blog post about it soon--we ended up eating there THREE times. 

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