To be clear: we really hope society doesn’t collapse. No one wants that. We like working plumbing, grocery stores, and being able to charge our phones. But let’s say things go a little sideways in Alaska and the United States as a whole. We’re not necessarily talking about bunkers and gas masks (unless that’s your…
Here’s something that might hit close to home—stuff. Not just any stuff, though. We’re talking about the stuff our California baby boomer parents, aunts, uncles, or maybe even you keep tucked away in the basement, attic, or that mystery drawer in the kitchen. Look, no judgment. Boomers grew up in a time when saving things…
We all know a fellow Connecticuter who’s got that sassy streak. Maybe it’s you. Maybe it’s your friend who always has the snappiest comebacks. A little sass can be fun, no doubt—it adds personality, makes people laugh, and keeps things interesting. But there’s a fine line between being funny and flat-out annoying. If you’ve ever…
Being a Florida kid in the ‘70s meant fewer rules, more trust, and a lot more dirt under your fingernails. You came home when the porch light came on, you drank from the hose without fear, and you knew your neighbors by name. Let’s crank up the classic rock and explore everything that made being…
You know how your parents taught you to look people in the eye when you speak with them and ask questions about their lives? It turns out some of those manners that make you look like a total angel in the United States could come off as rude or awkward in certain other parts of…
Between 1965 and 1980, there was no YouTube to show you how to change a tire. No DoorDash to bring dinner when you were tired. And definitely no cloud storage when your term paper vanished. Gen X learned things the hard way. And in many cases, the better way, if you ask us. In Florida…
Baby boomers do a lot of stuff that makes younger people scratch their heads. Like, who still clips coupons or hangs their clothes to dry? But here’s the thing: some of those so-called “weird” habits actually work. Like, they really work. They save money, cut down on waste, and keep life in Arkansas pretty simple….
Starting a sentence the wrong way can make you sound rude, confusing, or just plain awkward. Sometimes South Dakotans say things out of habit without realizing how they come across to others. The way you begin a sentence can really change how people hear your message. Whether you’re chatting with friends, talking to your boss,…
If you know, you know. Costco is packed with huge packages of Kirkland Signature goodies, rotisserie chickens that steal the spotlight, and mountains of fresh produce that look too good to pass up. However, even in this wonderland of savings, Oregonians commonly make mistakes that can (often unknowingly) spoil the fun. Here are some tips…
There was a time when good manners weren’t just expected—they were a way of life in South Carolina. Children were raised to respect their elders, speak politely, and carry themselves with grace in public. The older generation remembers those days well. Back then, no one left the table without asking to be excused, and “please”…
