#personal-anecdotes

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fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Joanna Donnelly: Heatwaves burn into our memory, and I'll never forget the sensation of vinegar on sunburn in 1976

Training at Met Éireann began during the 1995 heatwave, highlighting a unique weather experience in Ireland.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

People Who Went To School With Celebs And The Ultra Rich Are Revealing What It's Like, And It's Wild

"Went to high school with Brendon Urie of Panic! At the Disco. I was a senior, and he was a sophomore. ... It's a fun story to bring up in conversation."
Education
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I've Lived in Tokyo for 20 Years and This Is My No. 1 Travel Tip for Anyone Visiting Japan

The train station closest to my house has a split personality. Exit north and you've got an orderly bus lottery, tidy streets of chain stores, and the ever present Starbucks.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I knew everyone would hate my mustard shorts. That didn't stop me buying them | Adrian Chiles

Fashion choices can lead to regret, as shown by a personal journey with mustard-colored clothing.
Creativity can lead to unexpected solutions, like dyeing stubborn colors into something new.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

What happened to Elon Musk's eye? The Tesla CEO said the bruise came from 'horsing around'

Musk received a black eye while joking with his son, highlighting his playful nature during his final day in the White House.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Cardinal Dolan decided to give me a ring - fresh out of the papal conclave

Eva, Spanish, our household's newest addition, shouts into the receiver, 'Who you are?'. The person responds. She says, 'Who?'. The unseen voice repeats it. Eva then reports, 'It's Cocccfdoopktwby.'
NYC politics
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Older People Are Revealing The Surprising "Cheat Codes" Young People Don't Know

Asking for a discount based on being a 'nice guy' can work about 30% of the time in situations with flexible pricing.
NYC startup
fromPage Six
3 months ago

Adam Devine reveals he lost a body part while self-pleasuring in wild bathroom tale

Adam Devine humorously recounts losing his pinky toe during a bath, linking the event to both personal trauma and adolescent exploration.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Ruth Medjber: If your home town has gone to the dogs, stop whining and do something about it

Support local businesses to make a positive impact.
Personal anecdotes can enhance emotional connections to literary works.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Who will win bigly from Trump tariffs? | Brief letters

Tariffs raised by Trump negatively impacted the stock market, but rescinding them could lead to a swift recovery.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

There Is No Such Thing as the Best Observability Tool | HackerNoon

"There simply isn't a singular 'best' monitoring tool... there isn't a single tool which will cover 100% of your needs in every single use case."
DevOps
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

People Are Sharing The Moment They Realized One Of Their Everyday Habits Was Actually A Little Weird

People often realize their quirky habits are unusual when shared with others.
Identifying peculiar habits can reveal surprising insights into personal routines.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Mayor Adams used to 'jump the turnstile' to visit a 'shorty' in Rockaway, he says at town hall

Hizzoner used to occasionally "jump the turnstile" as a broke young man visiting "a shorty" on the "long A train ride" out to Rockaway, Queens.
NYC politics
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Kieran Culkin Asked for More Kids at the Oscars. When Is an In-Joke Worth the Risk?

Awards shows often feature personal anecdotes, but these can elicit mixed reactions from diverse audiences.
Everyday cooking
fromApartment Therapy
5 months ago

I Just Discovered These 30-Year-Old "House Rules," and Can't Wait to Start Using Them

The article reflects on house rules passed down from a grandmother, highlighting the importance of responsibility and simplicity in home management.
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Pains, trains and high-top Jordans: Inside unique -- and unusual -- NFL combine memories

Quinnen Williams' memorable and stressful experience before the NFL combine highlights the intense pressures faced by prospective players preparing for their big moment.
fromwww.bostonreb.com
5 months ago
Boston real estate

Waiting for a Seaport condo showing

A light-hearted moment reveals the personal lives of real estate professionals in the Boston Seaport.
Small moments during property showings can reveal deeper stories and connections.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Ludovico Einaudi: The way you blend the elements you eat is similar to composing a piece of music'

Food and music share a creative connection, emphasizing simplicity and the blending of elements.
Travel
fromSFGATE
7 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg is using Tahoe to burnish his image. Don't fall for it.

Mark Zuckerberg aims to humanize his image through personal anecdotes and serene settings, contrasting with his tech industry persona.
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