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For decades, the “North Star” has been the dominant metaphor for a successful life. We are told to find that one singular, shimmering point—a career, a calling, a “passion”—and orient every decision around it. The logic is simple: if you follow the star, you’ll never be lost.
But in 2026, the world is far too volatile for a single point of failure.
The Ball Turret Gunner: Photos from One of World War II’s Most Dangerous Jobs – Rare Historical Photos
A Damn Fine Collection of Fascinating Photos – Ned Hardy
You need a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) because it keeps your network, cameras, and smart-home gear running safely through power blips and outages, preventing data loss, device damage, and security blind spots. – Amazon
These Young Adults Make Good Money. But Life, They Say, Is Unaffordable. – NYTimes
Telegram founder Pavel Durov will cover IVF costs for women who want to use his donated sperm, and has promised his offspring a share of his fortune – WSJ
US offered Ukraine 15-year security guarantee, Zelensky says – BBC News
Great look at the whole life insurance industry and why it is predatory, and why policies are unsuitable for almost everyone. – The Guardian
18 Movie Details Hollywood Thought You Wouldn’t Notice – Ned Hardy
These outlets are the best! So easy to install without using the j-hooks! – Amazon
Future Cars Worth Waiting For: 2026–2030 – Car and Driver
Federal student loans are changing. Here’s what to expect in 2026 – NPR
Family Offices Have Become the New Power Players on Wall Street – WSJ
Terry Gilliam’s ‘90s Cult Classic Is A Once-In-A-Lifetime Sci-Fi Epic – Inverse
The year measles came back – Vox
10 Little Things You Can Do Every Day That Will Make a Huge Difference In Your Life Long Term – Linkiest
Recently hosted a bday party for my wife at our house, had friends over, it was themed, I made a ton of food, got decor and costumes, etc.
She specifically invited another guy she told me she barely knew and was trying to hook him up with a friend. Come to find out he has a gf already, and my wife was ALL OVER HIM the entire time.
Caressing his face, back or neck, arm around him, rubbing his back, biting her lip while smiling and looking at him. Her attention was all to him, even when me and her played beer pong she’d take her shot then go right back next to him to talk, waited on her to shoot a few times.
I called her out, she said she doesn’t remember, she was drunk, and denies any of it happened. I was sober, watched it all in front of me.
People hear the number first.
Four hundred and sixty pounds.
They don’t hear seven years.
They don’t hear PCOS.
They don’t hear we were kids when we met.
They don’t hear this didn’t happen overnight.
They don’t hear I still recognize her laugh before I recognize her body.
They hear a weight and decide that means they understand our whole relationship.
They don’t.
At some point, you probably decided there was something wrong with you.
You “lost your spark.”
You used to be louder, freer, more expressive.
Now you’re careful. Reserved. Controlled. Low-maintenance. Easy.
1. 34H here (34I in American sizes)
I shot from an A cup to a DD by the time I was twelve, and it just kept going from there. It was certainly jarring, to have men in their thirties and forties give you that kind of attention when you’re still mentally a child. I was given hell from the girls in my year because of my shape as well.
In December 2019 I financed a brand new Charger Scat Pack. This was right before inflation really took off so they were cheaper than they are now. Sticker price was only 36k. After the dealer added a warranty, “paint protection plan”, dealer fees, taxes, etc, I ended up financing 51k!
At the time I didn’t know ANYTHING about cars, the only reason I even bought the car was because my v6 2011 camaro that was paid off started having transmission trouble. Replaced it twice and it still wasn’t driving properly, so I bought the scat pack.
