This Week's Best Stuff on the Internet

This video about young Bulgarian women being bought and sold at a bride market was absolutely fascinating. It's a bit of a longer watch, but I walked away feeling differently than I expected. Still, you should never be able to BUY A WIFE. Come on.
 

Whilst driving back from the cabin last weekend, we encountered some major construction traffic that required us to merge into one lane. "Luckily", some "good samaritan" in a mini van sat in the soon-to-be-closed lane, forcing people to merge early. GUYS. NO. You're supposed to do the zipper method. Apparently, my fellow Minnesotans are so bad at this that WIRED magazine called us out. Ugh, shame shame shame.

Think ladies like to receive unsolicited dick pics? We don't. Here's what one of us did about it. 

Why you might want to think twice before buying those super cheap jeans.

Planning on traveling internationally? Here's 3 important things you need to know about your passport, according to travel expert Samantha Brown. 

File this under embarrassing: 78-year-old dad takes out full-page dating ad for single son. Awkward.

If you're at all paying attention to the blogger/ecourse/webinar world, you've undoubtedly seen people claiming they can help you make 6-figures in a matter of weeks. Ha. Riiiight. Thanks, by Regina for speaking the truth about this nonsense.  

Thanks to Mike Laninga for having me on the Twin Cities Podcast this week! Fun conversation about Hey Eleanor, what I love about the Twin Cities, plus my favorite "sport."
 

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This video is why I don't work in corporate America. 
 

If you had to choose, would you give up women's right to vote or La Croix? I'm thankful I'll never have to make such a decision. 

New York Mag (aka my favorite magazine) ate, drank and slept in the Twin Cities. Here's the places they loved. I couldn't agree more. 

Are you getting married in the near future? Here's the ultimate wedding playlist. I know you're going to read that and be all "but these are all so mainstream!" Yep. The thing is, what you think you'll want to hear at your wedding isn't not what you'll actually want hear at your wedding. Take it from a gal who's last song was "Don't Stop Believin." If our DJ had asked if that was cool, I would've said no way. In real life, it was perfect. 

24 things women over 30 should wear.

Does your favorite dad like soccer? Is he stylish? Here's the perfect Father's Day gift. 
 

Looking for a new podcast to listen to? Here's tons of awesome options. 

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My friend Nora's amazing book came out last week, and I've been binge reading it between the 3rd trimester naps my body is forcing me to take. It's so honest, funny and poignant, just like the woman herself. Plus, her use of the word hidey-hole is spot on (wish I could tell you on what page, but I couldn't find it, so you're just going to have to read it for yourself). Do yourself a favor and get your mitts on a copy. 
 

Check out these stunning photos from a friend's recent trip to Cuba. I wanna go!

Beer for women! I couldn't hate this more. 

Ever wonder what it was like to be Prince's private chef? Of course not, but this woman was and boy oh boy does it sound weird!

Maybe it's just as we've all suspected: Is Gwyneth Paltrow wrong about everything?

What it's like to be a 13-year-old girl, right now. This made me all sad, but then I wondered if a 33-year-old woman reading about my 13-year-old life back in 1995 would've been sad for me, too.
 

How the American diet has changed in the last 40 years. Hint: less canned, more fresh. Less veal, waaaay more high fructose corn syrup.

How do you raise men who do housework? A very interesting conversation.

Hope you're having a fabulous holiday weekend. Here's what I did last year-- for sure the most patriotic thing I've ever done on Memorial Day. Not proud to admit that, but it's true. 

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Here in Minnesota, it's been quite the celebration of Prince Rogers Nelson's life.

I've been a life-long Prince fan, with "Kiss" being the first Prince song I ever remember hearing. I saw him live at Target Center (danced like crazy), once at the Dakota with an intimate crowd of 250 people (made it to the front row!!!) and once in a booth at a Minneapolis dive bar (I passed him a note via his body guard, don't know if he read it; I cried due to pure joy/excitement anyhow). Last Thursday, I hauled my pregnant ass to the impromptu street party in front of First Avenue. Lots of tears, dancing and singing.

Some of my favorite Prince things from the weekend:
Loved these pics from last Thursday.
A look back at Prince's celebration of women. 
OMG THIS IS THREE BLOCKS FROM MY HOUSE YAY!!!

Locally, radio stations are playing 24/7 Prince, and I've found myself saying "I LOVE THIS ONE! IT'S MY FAVORITE!!" to at least 70 percent of them. But this one is actually my favorite (I think?). And for whatever reason, when I'm having a bad day, this one always calms me down and puts a smile on my face. Can't explain it, just have a listen. 

I know there's some people who never really "got" Prince. But for the rest of us, it's been an emotional few days. We'll miss you, Purple Yoda.  

I could go on forever with the Prince stuff, but I'll spare you, so how about these Renaissance babies who can't even.

Do you eat lunch at your desk? Hmm.... maybe you shouldn't. 

This simple GIF makes a compelling argument for carpooling, biking or mass transit. 

Disclaimer: my brother edits these Epic How To videos, but I thought this one on stopping global warming was particularly insightful. 

ICYMI: Here's the 28 things that have made my pregnancy more enjoyable. I've since realized that many of these items will probably make life more enjoyable, even if you're not pregnant. 

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Why didn't I see it before?! Paul from the Wonder Years is definitely, DEFINITELY Milhouse! Check out the nine other famous characters based on real people. 

If only human maternity photo shoots were this adorable. 

Still scratching your head over Snapchat? This guide will help. 

Ever wanted to see behind the scenes at the Smithsonian Natural Museum? Thought so. 

I don't have a huge fear of flying, but I know a lot of people do. Here are some awesome tips for not freaking out on your next flight. 

Honestly, I don't really hate the idea of Starbucks turning into a wine bar in the evenings. However, this article made me think they may have a few bugs to workout yet.

Sturgill Simpson is my favorite musician of the right-nows. Read this and you'll see why. And then listen to his music and really see why.

Considering a trip to Key West? Read this first.

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So... if given $100, what would you buy at the grocery store? This video dives into that exact thing, and what these eight people blew their money on might shock you. Or not.
 

Speaking of groceries.... they pretty much all become poop. Here's the best poop story of the week.

I'm quite proud of this woman for telling the truth about her sister's death. She was depressed. It was suicide. It happens to a lot of people. Saying your loved one "died suddenly" is a choice, but it continues to sweep the real problem under the rug. Guys, it's time to start being honest about this. 

On a lighter note, here's the most satisfying GIFs you've ever seen! Behold: how to fold your clothes. 
 

Sadly, this list of Rules of Behavior for Young Ladies hasn't truly changed much since 1831.
 

Want to beat procrastination? Read this. 
 

90-year-old woman forgoes cancer treatment, embarks on amazing road trip. She is my hero. 
 

I go to most sports games because of all the stuff that happens between the actual innings/halves/quarters... you get the picture. Keeping that in mind, this karaoke session at a Chicago Bulls game is like my World Series. 
 

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