This week, my daughter celebrated her 21st birthday. Does this make me feel old? A little bit. Though the fact that I became a puppy granny as a consequence of her birthday celebration has more to do with that than her age. (Welcome to the family, Deacon!)
Here is this week’s Five for Friday: five links to get you through the weekend. I’ll be back on Monday with your regular dose of wit and charm. Until then–happy weekend!
- With the 2016 presidential campaign already well underway, there’s been a lot of conversation about wealth inequality. But just to bring that conversation down to reality, here’s a list of 20 Things the Poor Do Every Day. Income inequality isn’t just a problem to talk about during debate season–it’s a matter of life and death.
- On a related note, a new study shows that the gender pay gap hasn’t improved in 7 years.
- Also celebrating a birthday this past week: Wild author Cheryl Strayed. Here are 15 inspirational quotes from her work. (My favorite: “I didn’t know where I was going until I got there.” Story of my life.)
- Thinking about a movie this weekend? It appears that M. Night Shyamalan has redeemed himself with The Visit.
- And finally, the first day of fall is upon us–next Wednesday marks the official change of season. Kick back and celebrate the return of cooler weather by making yourself a delicious caramel apple martini.
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