[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Delicious K-bars: They Taste So...
Oh my stars. I need these in my life! Yums!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, What You Need to Know About BPA
Professor, would you say it’s time for our viewers to PANIC???
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, LTP: 5/8/12
Hm, I appear to be a half-nerd/half-dork with a little geek sprinkled in. Kind of like ManBearPig. But NerdDorkGeek.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Takedown: All Guys Need to Read This
I not only appreciate your takedown, but I appreciate my friends list for not containing someone who would pass this along. Shudder.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, This Open Thread Will Rock Your Body
I LOVE that song. So much. 90s pop is the best workout music!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, What I Watched Last Night: The Moth
OK just to show how much I needed this post: I saw the headline and thought “The Moth” was some kind of horror movie, like “The Fly.” Thanks so much for the tip!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, So, What is White Whole Wheat Flour?
Ugh, that is so disappointing. What about if they actually use the figure “100%” on the packaging?
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Do We Really Need Televisions...
Yeah, I hate being in waiting rooms of any kind that are playing news reports. I know it’s good to be informed, but I prefer to get my news online, where I can read it instead of having it barked at me...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Do We Really Need Televisions...
I grew up in a house where my parents were adamant that if the TV was on, it was being actively watched. We were never allowed to leave it on as background noise. I didn’t realized until I moved in...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, That Weekly Dose of EuroNews
That London/Olympics news is so saddening. Didn’t something similar happen in Beijing? Maybe cities should think about these issues before applying to host the Olympics.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Recap: Community, Episode 3.19,...
Well, I certainly had been wondering where they were going to go with the “the gang gets kicked out of school†semi-cliffhanger from last week. Turns out, they’re running with it. Last week’s...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, How To Be Happy
That was my favorite list item, too. As someone who decidedly does not have my shit together, I love the idea of trying to look at it from a positive angle.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Get in My Belly: Quinoa Mac and...
This is a craving I didn’t even know I had! But now I wants it!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Five Weird Science Facts for...
“Copulary plugs” sounds like some kind of terrible medical condition. Shudder.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Sewing 101: Getting to Know Your...
Well, dang. Now I wish I had a sewing machine. My mom had one with a foot pedal when I was little and I found it both fascinating and terrifying.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Recap: Community, 3.20–22, FINALE!
Okay, well, nothing like burning off 90 minutes of your beloved but low-rated sitcom in one night, eh, NBC? So, since I know you neither need nor want to read a summary of three consecutive episodes,...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Get in My Belly: Red Lentils, Kale...
OK, confession time: I don’t love kale! I’ve mostly had it plain-ish, though, so maybe something like this is more my speed. I’ll give it a try!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Ladyguide: Building a Fire
You are my hero, for true. I’m glad the scout was able to get you started but you’ve clearly come into your own.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Ladyguide: Building a Fire
*INSERT TOM HANKS “I HAVE MADE FIRE!” GIF FROM CASTAWAY*
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Monday Flashback OT: Sun Sins
Er, as someone with reddish-brown hair and extremely pale, freckled skin, I can say with shame that I tried to fight my natural coloring for a while as a kid. I tried lemon juice, I tried “tanning oil”...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, The Forest of Paimpont: The...
Seriously, I am swooning over here.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, This OT Wants to Dance!
Sleep well, my pet. The rest of us shall dance!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, EXCLUSIVE: I Was at the SpaceX...
I just think this is so awesome. You’re so lucky! I am and have been kinda jealous!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Sorting the Stars: Dylan McDermot...
Oh man, this is one I am so guilty of. I can connect their faces to their roles but the names might as well be gibberish. As for Dermot Mulroney I really enjoyed guest arc on New Girl! Mr. Fancyman!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Is Graduate School a Job?
I haven’t attended grad school, but based on observations of (many, many) friends who’ve gotten advanced degrees, I think the flexibility and self-motivated work are both big differences. For example,...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Reproductive Rights in Ireland:...
Wow. I have to admit I knew almost nothing about reproductive lights in Ireland…thanks for the informative, if maddening, update.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James
Oh my. Thank you for brinring that Tumblr into my life! Also I heard Antastasia often says “Holy crap!” as an exclamation. Which is hilarious.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Is HBO Worth It?
EXACTLY. I would pay for that!
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, We Try It: Downsizing
I need those bookshelf stairs. In my life. When I moved to a smaller place I just spent months fighting with the spouse about what crap to get rid of and stored the rest in my parents’ garage. Clearly...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, The World's Easiest Fudge Sauce
I am all about doing really simple, but really impressive, things in the kitchen. And so it was that I discovered that you can serve pretty much the world’s crappiest ice cream, and if you top it...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Positivity Challenge Week 20:...
I totally do this. Infect people with my moods, I mean. And if I realize I’m doing it that surely means I’m doing it plenty of times that I’m unaware. Thanks for this reminder.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal commented on the post, Etsy Betsy: Edible Treats Edition
I can’t even handle the fact that those exist. And that I’m not eating them right now.
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Bragging
Since I know there are some handywomen among you (after all, one of our DIY posts from way back continues to be our most popular posts of all time!), I don’t think you have been given enough of an...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Snacktacular
Happy crack o’ noon to you all on this middlemarch Friday. I thought today I would go out on a limb and ask you about food.!–more– So you know how there are frequently “healthy” versions of your...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Movie Candy
Good morning(ish), and Happy Friday! Anyone going to see a movie this weekend? If so…what will you be snacking upon?!–more– I’m not sure how movie theater snacks became their own genre, but I really...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Fun With Numbers
Happy Friday, everyone! Who is ready for the weekend? I just moved 2 weeks ago so I’m very ready to have some downtime in which to finish all my organizing and unpacking.!–more– Anyway, reflecting on...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Summer Movies 2012
Well, hello all, and happyFriday! I hope everyone has something fun planned for the weekend. !–more– Summer blockbuster season is upon us, and if you’re anything like me you’re trying to be judicious...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Print Media
Happy Friday, everyone! Today’s question is inspired by the fact that the spouse and I are moving next weekend, and as part of the preparation we’ve been going through our stacks of read (and unread)...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: I'm a Big Kid Now
I sure hope we’re all still in touch with our inner child, but are there times that child really wants to come out to play? I find that every once in a while, I have an urge to indulge some of my more...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Where in the World
Why are you here?!–more– Or, I guess I should ask: why are you there? (Wherever it is you are?) As someone who’s only ever lived in cities with a lot of transplants (DC and NYC), I am always interested...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Reality TV
A recent discussion of drama in the workplace got me thinking about the prevalence of workplace reality shows. I observed that one of my fellow editors’ day job sounded like the perfect setting for an...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: What Are Your Weird...
After announcing to my fellow editors that I still avoid the brown spots on bananas, like a freaking baby, I was surprised and comforted to learn how many of them do the exact same thing.!–more– This […]
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Memorial Day BBQs!
Hi, everyone! Happy almost-holiday weekend to all our American readers!!–more– In typical American fashion, I plan to eat at least three meals this coming weekend in barbecue form. So I thought I’d ask...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Your First CD
So here’s a question for a Friday morning that I may as well ask you all, since soon today’s yooooouths won’t have answer for it:!–more– What was the first CD you ever owned? Mine was Alanis...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Friend Crushes
Happy Friday, everyone! Since I have been thinking about my biggest celebrity friend-crush this week, I thought I’d ask you about yours.!–more– I’d like to hear who your friend-crushes are. Mine is...
View Article[E] Hattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: What's Your Favorite...
Well hi there, and happy Friday, everyone! And what are Fridays good for other than wasting a little time online? I figured it was high time to share some of our favorite internet-stuffs in the...
View ArticleHattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Lunchtime Poll: Do You Love Friday?
Happy Friday, y’all! Aren’t Fridays the best? You know, some people actually like Fridays better than Saturdays. It’s a metaphor for life, really; part of what makes Fridays so good is the relief of...
View ArticleHattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Best of P-Mag: Do You Use the Smell Test?
This post has stuck with me for some reason. It pops into my head every time I smell a jug of milk before using it. It also gave me a solid base of information to use when I must explain to my children...
View ArticleHattie McDoogal wrote a new post, Breaking Up (With a Website) Is Hard To Do
Oh, I’m not talking about Persephone, of course. We will be together forever. I’m talking about other (inferior!) websites that you outgrow, or that outgrow you. It’s always tough to say goodbye,...
View ArticleHattie McDoogal wrote a new post, The Best Christmas-y Movies that Aren't...
At this time of year, we all have our traditions. From how you decorate the tree, to just how much Bailey’s to put in your hot chocolate when your family goes out to gawk at Christmas lights, there are...
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