Do not take these seriously. Or personally.
(I am in the middle of a long string of almost-no-free-time days, so this off-topic randomness is all I’ve got for today. ;))
Clocks should be normal in bathrooms
Almost everyone I know thinks this is weird, but I love, love, love having a wall clock in the bathroom.
That way when I hop out of the shower, I can just glance up and see how I’m doing for time. Or I can glance up while doing my hair or makeup.
Then I can judge whether my pace is fine or if I need to step it up a little.
Milk +vinegar does not equal buttermilk
I know you see this tip everywhere, and I have tried it multiple times, but my goodness, it has disappointed me every time. The viscosity and flavor are just not right.
Things that are acceptable substitutes:
- powdered buttermilk
- a 50/50 mixture of yogurt/milk
The yogurt/milk combo has been an absolute lifesaver for me because my household is really too small to justify keeping buttermilk around all the time.
But the yogurt and milk combo is no problem to keep on hand, and it works so great in things like pancakes.
Mugs should always have large handles
I need to be able to fit at least three, preferably four, fingers in that handle. Otherwise, I’m not using the mug. It will just collect dust.
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If you have a dishwasher, paper plates are easy to go without
If you handwash dishes, I can see where paper plates might save time and energy.
But if you have a dishwasher, it’s so so easy to load real plates. And they’re quick to unload and put away as well.
Also, real plates are such an elevated experience in comparison to paper plates. The same goes for actual cutlery vs. the plastic type.
There is no instance in which I think American cheese is edible
Not on a hamburger. Not even in a grilled cheese sandwich.
I apologize to the rest of the world for this, America’s contribution to the cheese world.
Americans did come up with other cheese varieties! But the square fake cheese is the one that bears our country’s name?? I cannot.
Almost no vegetables should be canned
Tomatoes are a glaring exception, but other than that, I think canned vegetables are generally a tragic idea. Especially canned green beans.
And I maintain this stance even if they are home-canned. Still a hard no for me.
The color. The texture. No, no, no, no, NO.
This is how I will always and forever eat my beans: sauteed, bright green, and slightly crispy.
Tell me something unimportant you feel strongly about!
(It’s ok if it contradicts my unimportant things. Ha.)
Tammy
Monday 28th of April 2025
I was so busy last week I didn't read any of the entries.
Completely agree about a bathroom clock. I keep a small clock on my counter. Also agree about American "cheese", and I'll add Velveeta to that. Yuck.
I think canned corn (niblets, not creamed) is okay.
For me:
- tomatoes have no business on burgers or sandwiches unless it is a cheese and tomato or a BLT sandwich - toilet paper must go over not under - screws in outlet and switch plates must all be in one uniform direction _ or | but not both and definitely not / - there is no substitute for actual diary cream for coffee. If cream is not available I guess I'm going without coffee (never a good start to the day)
Jean
Sunday 27th of April 2025
Late to this party, but I have found one way (and only one way) to eat a slice of American cheese. Put one slice in your bowl of ramen and stir until melted. Adds a thick creaminess to the ramen. I've been known to go to the deli at my supermarket and request three slices of American cheese.
Brittany
Saturday 26th of April 2025
Is there any info on the bottom of the last mug? My grandmother had a full set of that pattern but it was all bought a few at a time at yard sales and went missing after she passed
Kristen
Sunday 27th of April 2025
There is some kind of marking but I can't read it at all. And I tried using Google photos search to find the brand, but I can't find any mugs that are exactly the same. I do believe it's some kind of restaurant mug, like a diner mug.
I got it from the abandoned house my brother bought, so I have no idea where it originally was from!
Sherri
Friday 25th of April 2025
I feel strongly that people should always put the lid down on a toilet. There is that old joke about whether men should have to put the seat down or not - well, if everyone puts the lid down every time then the seat will always be put down. Then nothing can accidentally get knocked into the toilet, and it just looks so much nicer.
I am late and haven't read through all of the comments, but have y'all seen the mugs that instead of a handle, it's a space to wrap your hand around the mug and keep it warm? I have wanted to try one, but it's rarely cold enough here to really justify it.
Carla in Texas
Friday 25th of April 2025
*unheated syrup for pancakes or waffles *not enough ice in a soft drink *unclean cutlery or plates in a restaurant or at home *bananas with spots *pureed soup *people who don’t pick up what they drop *people who don’t clean up what they spill *clerks who say “have a good one” or “have a nice day” instead of “thank you” *people who say “you told me already” *plastic cups, plates, glasses, bowls… *mis-use of I; “the gift was for him and I” never, never never! *Mis-use of “more” and “most”. Usually it’s just supposed to be -er or -est. *Electronic keyboards instead of pianos *canned music at church