Quotes of the Day

How someone treats you is a reflection of who that person is, not who you are. If someone is cruel toward you or makes harsh judgments about you based on a brief interaction, it reflects that person's inconsiderate behavior or judgmental predisposition, rather than being an indication of any shortcomings on your part. Therefore, if someone does respond critically or harshly toward you, you might consider whether that's really the kind of person you'd want to have a relationship with. Entering a relationship with someone who's hypercritical is a recipe for an unhealthy and unhappy dynamic, no matter how attractive or accomplished that person may be. In this case, you can view rejection as a blessing in disguise, saving you from going out with someone who's unkind. [2014] - Shannon Kolakowski

WWOOF is an international organization that offers volunteers room and board in exchange for working on organic, sustainable farms. You could also try helpx.net. They list hosts around the world who are willing to trade food and accommodation in exchange for work on community projects and organic farms, at homestays, in backpacker hostels, and on sailing boats. Workaway.info offers similar opportunities for people around the world. You could also house-sit. Trustedhousesitters.com is one of the most established sites for matching up house-sitters and houses. Other sites you could look at are nomador.com, mindmyhouse.com, and housecarers.com. [2022] - Andrew Hallam

Stand up when she comes back from the restroom to the restaurant table. Offer her your arm when you cross the street. Straighten her collar or adjust her hair after putting her coat on. [2006] - Leil Lowndes

Measuring the pH of my saliva has shown me how it becomes more alkaline about half an hour after I have taken vitamins, when I relax in a sauna, or when I bask on the beach during vacation. Many forms of relaxation, including gardening and exercising, likewise seem to have positive alkalizing effects on my saliva. People need to realize that there is no single salivary pH and that one reading that shows a normal pH is not a guarantee that it will remain healthy. Regular readings will help you determine how much protection you have naturally for your teeth and when you may want to be particularly careful during times of more mouth acidity. [2025] - Ellie Phillips

Don't say things like "I am only looking for ..." or "Please only message me if ..." Think more along the lines of "I'd love to meet ..." Positivity is key. [2013] - Laurie Davis