Lisa Sarber Aldrich shows the internet how far a good sense of humor and a kind heart can go. In an age in which everyone seems to be offended by well...everything, Lisa demonstrated an act of kindness that this Meijer supermarket employee will never forget.
Lisa thought she was speaking to a "bakery looking employee" when she asked her to write Happy Birthday Mandy on a cake. When the employee gave Lisa her cake, she didn't think much of its appearance. In fact, she thought her friends would find it funny.
"I looked her in the eye and said thank you before I even looked at the cake. After looking, I nervously laughed and headed to check out - it didn't really matter to me that it looked so bad - I thought people would think it was funny," Lisa wrote in a post on Facebook.
Cashiers took quickly to react to the cake, even taking photos and calling in managers.
To my surprise, after they discussed it, one cashier put her arm on my shoulder and said, "The girl who wrote that has autism. Thank you for smiling and thanking her - even though she's not supposed to write on cakes, you probably made her day," she added.
Sometimes just rolling through life with a smile pays more than any dollar amount.
Act of Kindness Makes Birthday Cake Go Viral
Is Taylor Swift...a Psychopath?
Jayde's a real-life scientist who knows how to make learning hella fun, too (just check out her sex education video). She consistently busts stereotypes that scientists have to look like this guy. If you want to see more of Jayde (and her BFF Bec who produces these cool AF videos), be sure to visit their YouTube channel SciQ and follow them on Twitter: @JaydeLovell and @BecSusanGill.
Cambio Muses are handpicked by our very picky staff - not just anyone can explain science like our girl, Jayde Lovell! Your video game must be strong, and you've gotta be smart AF in the areas of beauty, fashion, STEM, DIY, health/wellness, and/or advice. If you have a YouTube channel and would like to be considered for the Muse program, please email kathryn.luttner@teamaol.com.
Meghan Trainor's Christmas Gift Meltdown Will Totally Make You Cry
Apparently, all it took to make Meghan go completely cray for Christmas was seeing her house decorated with holiday lights, courtesy of her big bro Ryan. The "Like I'm Gonna Lose You" singer shared a video of the special family moment on Instagram with the caption, "I have the best big brother in the world." She added, "@ryan.trainor surprised me with crazy Christmas decorations because he knows I'm obsessed with Christmas and lights🎄🎄🎄."
Whew! That video has us feeling all the feels and we have streaky mascara face to prove it.
What It Really Means to Get Lip Injections Like Kylie Jenner
We were super curious about all of the particulars regarding lip injections, but since we couldn't ask Kylie if she got a weird reaction after, we asked New York City-based plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Schulman what happens when you get lip injections.
It's Safer Now Than it Used To Be
"Allergic reactions are very rare," Dr. Schulman said. "There are no long term repercussions of lip injections when temporary filler [containing hyaluronic acid] is used."
"If permanent fillers such as silicone are used, any lumps, bumps or asymmetries will be permanent," he said.
What to Expect
"Bruising and swelling is common for the first few days," Schulman said. There's also the possibility of feeling some discomfort but that will pass too. And if you're a lipstick addict, you're going to have to hold off for a few days.
After a few days pass, your lips will return to a normal size. You should also have sensation in your lips and if you don't, contact your doctor ASAP.
The Downsides
"@F1abraham: Girlfriends don't say I didn't warn ya ! #BOTCHED California #ER #fixit pic.twitter.com/bfbW0tbHfC" fukkkkk 👀
- Rebecca Fox (@foxillaaa) January 6, 2015
For every Kylie Jenner whose lip injections look flawless, it seems like there's a story like former Teen Mom Farrah Abraham's botched procedure. While getting yet another augmentation, Farrah's lips instantly reacted to the numbing agent used by the doctor, blowing up like a balloon. The result was two massive, misshapen lumps on her face that were so obviously treated and treated poorly.
This isn't the norm, but there are risks to be wary of if you're dead -set on injections. Like Schulman said, if you're going for a permanent solution and the injection results in asymmetrical lumps, you'll pretty much be stuck with them. It's important to do your research even if you're going for temporary injections because an untrained doctor or specialist is more likely to make your lips look asymmetrical.
Web MD says that untrained professionals are also more likely to accidentally inject the filler into a blood vessel, which could result in some loss of lip tissue. In certain cases, botched injections could also lead to scarring and lip stiffening which may also result in loss of sensation. And that'd make kissing bae a lot less fun.
Even though a botched injection is rare, there's always a chance that it can happen. But even more likely than a procedural mishap is you possibly not being satisfied with the outcome. It's hard to tell what certain facial changes will look like and lip augmentations can be unpredictable. They may not fill your lips enough or they could fill your lips too much. At the end of the day, they may not look as natural as you had hoped.
And injections are a pretty hefty investment. According to Dr. Schulman, a typical session costs between $750 and $900. Injections only last between 6 and 9 months, meaning you'll have to get it done more than once in order to keep your lips plump.
With any plastic surgery procedure it's important to ask yourself why you want to make that change. If you believe it'll truly make you happy and it's something you've been wanting for a while, go for it. But if you're considering getting stuff injected into your lips because Kylie or your other fave celeb have done it, maybe you should reconsider.
Do you boo, but just know that you are gaw-geous always!
Meet the Real Life Rapunzel Who Has Never Gotten a Haircut
Can you consider what life would be like if you never got a trim or a haircut? We would think it would be one filled with split ends and disaster. But, 43-year-old Tere Lynn Svetlecich Russell managed to do just that with a smile, and her three daughters are following suit as well.
As you might imagine, with no haircuts ever, Tere's hair is really long -74 (!) inches long to be exact, according to Barcroft TV. As for her daughters, Callan's locks are 37 inches, Cendalyn's are 36 inches and Chesney's are about 27 inches. In total, they have 13 feet of hair between them...and it takes a lot of effort to keep their hair looking good.
Tere's daughters use a quarter of a bottle of conditioner each time they wash their hair in the shower, but Tere stays away from the shower when washing hers. "I tried that once years ago and my hair got so heavy with all the water that I fell on the shower floor," she told the outlet. None of them had never been to a hair salon before they appeared on the Barcroft TV segment, and when they visited one for the first time during it, the hairstylists they met were shocked at how healthy their hair was.
Still, 6-year-old Chesney is ready to let some of hers go. She said she wants to cut her hair 10 inches, but hasn't gone for the big chop just yet (not even in the salon). When she's ready though, don't look to her mom to stop her. Tere said she won't force her daughters to grow their hair for as long as she has, but wants them to make that hair choice when they're old enough to make the decision for themselves.
Total respect for Tere and her kids. The fact that they have that much healthy hair, have never cut it and are taking care of it on their own deserves a round of applause (or an excited Rapunzel-esque twirl).
Joe Jonas Upset That Gigi Hadid Rebounded So Quickly?
According to a new report, Joe is pretty hurt and upset that Gigi moved on so quickly with Zayn. A source told E! Online: "He was a bit upset how fast Gigi went out in public with Zayn, but it is what it is at this point. He still has feelings for Gigi that won't just disappear overnight. They did love each other and he still has a love for Gigi."
Sadface.
Meanwhile, a source told E! that Gigi's friends aren't all that into Zayn, explaining, "Her friends do not quite understand what the attraction is. He is not her usual type, he doesn't share her sense of humor or ease with people [and] he's a little more self-aware and awkward."
We imagine Gigi's pal Taylor Swift isn't all that Team Zayn, given the beef he got into with Tay's boyfriend Calvin Harris after throwing shade Taylor's way.
A source told HollywoodLife.com, that Taylor "doesn't want to see [Gigi] end up with a broken heart," adding, "Taylor reminded Gigi of the way Zayn broke up with his last girlfriend and told her to be careful."
The source also explained, "Taylor is not the biggest fan of Zayn, especially after he dissed Calvin in such the public way."
LOL, This Beauty Vlogger Let Her BF Do Her Makeup
Nineteen-year-old British YouTuber Roxi of channel Roxxsaurus let her BF Matt give a makeup tutorial using her as the model, and the results are pretty ridiculous.
This is def not the first time a beauty vlogger has let her bae play makeup artist, but these vids never stop being funny.
Matt sets out to give Roxi a "grunge" look, although we'd say it's more of a vampire look, if that vampire was a five-year-old with a set of fingerpaints. Poor guy.
Roxi laughs her way through the whole tutorial, as Matt fumbles with products - a primer and blusher are the same thing, right? - and brush sizes, which never really match up with the product he's using. He does display an impressive understanding of the crease shadow brush, even if his application method leaves something to be desired.
The finished look pairs two black eyes with some aggressively winged eyeliner and a smudged vampy lip. You kinda just need to see it.
#NailedIt
Lena Dunham's New Online Store Is Selling Nudie Pics For Your Nails
Right now the Lenny Shop has a pretty minimal selection but it still makes a huge statement. Featuring some truly fascinating and occasionally NSFW products like "Dismantle the Patriarchy" patches, naked lady incense holders, Lenny tees and the "Nudes" nail wraps, Lena and Jenni have created products with a message.
As to what their goal was for the Lenny Store, Lena and Jenni wrote that they hoped the store would be "one that would rep grassroots feminist businesses and also wouldn't force you to spend your entire rent on an ankle boot with a weird zipper."
Yes ladies, there's nothing we hate more than when our expensive booties have a weird zipper. And for your understanding of this, we're eternally grateful.
Us being the beauty addicts we are, we were immediately intrigued by the Nudes nail wraps. The brain child of a collab with Chrissy Mahlmeister founder of Rad Nails and lifestyle editor at Buzzfeed, the quite literally nude nail stickers ($12, Lenny Store) feature pictures of butts, breasts and vulvas. But if you think that you'll be walking around all day with a blatant vagina gracing your finger tips, you're sadly mistaken. The lady bits are expertly disguised to look like abstract shapes and colors making up a fancy nail design.
Even if you don't want to wear mini body parts on your finger tips or burn your incense atop a lady's bosom, you gotta give some major props to Lena and Jenni. Any self-starting woman who seeks to create a brand showing that the female body is beautiful is one we can get behind!
The App Competing With Snapchat, Facebook and Google For Your Photos
Imagine an app that takes photos as quickly and candidly as Snapchat, but gives you the extensive sharing abilities of Google Photos and Facebook without your photos disappearing. Yeah, that's basically Storylize.
Founder Nayana Samaranayake dreamed up the idea after he came home with more than 2,000 photos from his backpacking trip through Europe. "All of our pictures were stuck on our phones and there was no easy way for use to create narratives about our adventures, from going inside a volcano in Iceland to paddling down the river in Prague," Nayana says. "None of us shared images and we lost all those great stories and didn't get to show them to our friends. I uploaded a handful of pics to Facebook, but there was no story, just pictures that looked like postcards. This made me want to tackle the problem of allowing people to narrate their lives with friends using pictures."
As a result, Storylize was born earlier this year, revolving around the concept of "picture microblogging," as Nayana coins it. With privacy controls and no usernames (we think we can all agree that Snapchat usernames are really annoying), Storylize allows you to connect with friends - or people you just met - using your phone number. You can then create personal albums that can only be seen by the people you choose. The best part is that all users can add photos and write captions, much like in Google Photos, except with Storylize, it can happen in real time. Another perk: All your shots are automatically backed up in the cloud.
While this app might not replace the role of Snapchat or Facebook in our lives, we will def be testing out its detailed real-time stories for big events like prom or spring break. Because some moments need to be cherished forever."The main goal of Storylize is to help you create stories on the go," Nayana explains. "The simple user interface allows you to create stories with almost no extra effort, while you are living the story. Most other story creation platforms along with Facebook and Google work on creating the story after the event, at which point, you could have hundreds of pictures that you need to sort through and remember exact moments to narrate the story. This leads to a large amount of work being required in one go to create a memorable story. In contrast, since Storylize allows you to create the story on the go, you can type in a few words about the emotions you are feeling in the moment and not worry about having to sort through pictures after your adventure is done."
The One Direction 'Friends' Opening Credits Video You Never Knew You Needed
Yep, the One Direction guys take over for Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Phoebe and Joey to bring new life to that inspired theme song.
The result is pretty adorbs, as 1D music video clips are edited to create a new Friends opening we can totally get behind. Hey, if the guys ever get bored during their break, they could always make this sitcom a reality.
Don't pretend you wouldn't watch it. We so would.
This. Took. Me. So. Long. pic.twitter.com/Vfs9nRpNk5
- #24DaysOfLouis (@whirlpoolmendes) November 28, 2015
This Woman Just Went All Carrie Underwood, Shames Her Cheating Husband on Craigslist
Instead of busting up a truck, a woman recently decided to write an open letter on Craigslist to the girl, or girls, who knowingly, or unknowingly, banged her husband. She started the letter with some simple and heartbreaking facts:
You probably don't even know that we're not separated, and up until I found his dating site profiles, and flew back to try and rescue my marriage, I did not know there was a problem... Be aware that everyday, he wrote me loving, wonderful messages, just as he was talking to you and wooing you. As far as I knew, we were strong in our relationship. If he's been telling you something different, get my number from him, and let me show you the messages... So the following may be you, or it may be 'multiples' of you. I do not know how many of 'you' there are. So read to the end. You'll figure out if it's the guy you're dating. Perhaps one of your friends will see this and figure it out for you..
Cue the crazy. She basically went all in after that!
You left your mascara in my husband's old vehicle (he bought a newer one in late September). It was a shimmery brown Covergirl. I think you left some clothes here too. I threw them away. You also left a bra. You're size 36 B. I'm a 34C. The bra stank with [body odor]. (Of course, it maybe that it belongs to someone else..... After all, his dating profiles -OurTime.com and Match.com-showed that he was horn-doggin' over a 120 mile radius... ) So he announced we're getting a divorce after I confronted him. He's playing 'victim,' and telling me it's a BIG misunderstanding, and that I'm being 'controlling.' I've pointed out that NO woman would agree my behavior is 'controlling' after finding her husband's dating profiles which say he's 'looking for marriage' to someone else. Unless your version of 'controlling' includes an inability to understand I'm upset about the sub-text of 'Why can't I go off and search for my next wife?' or 'Why can't I just get laid behind your back?' She then let the reality for her husband's new piece slowly set in. She continued, Well, recently he's lost weight, quit drinking (that was 15 years of h*ll for me and the kids) bought himself a NEW truck (without consulting / asking me). But guess what? That nice house and property you saw, and new truck, and all his new tools? ***I OWN HALF OF ALL OF IT***. So you won't be living in my nice house, we'll be selling it. And he may not have mentioned all my grad school debt... We'll be splitting that as well. So guess what you have???
You, my dear, are the proud new doormat for a middle-aged man who has been a contractor-type all his life. He's fairly smart though, but at 56 his body will not hold out much longer, and he's doesn't have a wide skill-set. He's somewhat heavy-set, pretty good looking, but he will not be wealthy after we split things (nor will I).
Congrads! He's quite the catch! (Well, it looks that way from the outset, now, before the divorce) My prediction though is that he'll have to move into a little apartment he can afford. (I don't think he thought all these consequences through. Somehow, in his mind, I'd just disappear and leave him with you, the house, the toys, and the assets?)
Oh, and you'll have my dogs, too. They were a present for us from me, and I trained them for a year... but since they're purebreds, guess what? THEY'RE PROPERTY WITH AN ATTACHED VALUE!!!! My guess on their value: They're worth about about $3K. Thank you very much!!!! I'll take something of equal value, like the TV, generator, fridge and some of those nifty new tools!...
Of course, since you've been boffing my husband, and you must know I am still in the picture (my stuff is ALL OVER THE HOUSE) ...OR... you may just be incredibly stupid...
Maybe you deserve him.
You and he ruined my life, stole the life I spent 15 years trying to built with him, destroyed my identity... I wish I could say I 'wish you the best,' but it's more like 'I think you're about to get what you deserve.'
She finally decided to wrap things up, and basically put a shiny bow on top.
If you're a real, actually nice person, that has been duped, just know that he's gotten very good at lying. He's a lot of fun. He's a great cook, and a great talker...And he's not single, he's just trying to get laid. Or worse. He's courting you as the next Mrs., knowing that our divorce will leave him very, very financially screwed. And you, my dear, are lookin' to him like his life boat. Get out while you can.
GOOD LUCK WITH HIM! THE PACKAGING IS DAMAGED AND WHAT'S INSIDE IS PRETTY SPENT, TOO!
Maybe next time he'll think before he cheats? We'd still be grabbing that Louisville slugger, though!
Miley Cyrus Sent Britney Spears the Sweetest Birthday Gift
The queen of pop just turned 34, and she celebrated her big day on Wednesday with a surprise party thrown by her family and friends, including her two young sons.
The best present she received had to be from Miley. Homegirl straight up hooked it up!
"Had the CUTEST surprise party today!!! A special thank you to Miss @MileyCyrus for sending these awesome balloons!" the birthday girl shared on social media.
Had the CUTEST surprise party today!!! A special thank you to Miss Miley Cyrus for sending these awesome balloons! ...
Posted by Britney Spears on Wednesday, December 2, 2015
The twerking singer sent seven silver mylar alphabet balloons spelling out "Britney" to her friend, whom Miley has called "one of her go-to people for advice."
That wasn't the only special thing that went down on Brit Brit's birthday. She also posted a picture of her father Jamie proudly showing off his large fish-catch.
Happy birthday, Brit!
You Should Be Eating the Avocado Pit (Yes, Really)
According to website One Green Planet (with a name like that, you just know they know their stuff) the avocado seed contains 70 percent of the nutrients in the fruit. The seeds (a.k.a. those huge pits in the middle of your fruit) contain soluble fiber, antioxidants, and healthy oil that's great for your skin. Basically, we've been throwing out the healthiest part of the fruit this entire time - oops.
Unfortunately, the seed is certainly not the tastiest part of the fruit, which is why we have to get a little creative when it comes to eating it.The easiest way is to cut the seed into quarters and toss it into a food processor. From there, you can toss the blended seed into pretty much anything, from smoothies to yogurts to juice. You could probably top it on ice cream, though I doubt it's as yummy as sprinkles.
You may still prefer guacamole to the avocado seed, but hey, now you can have an extra boost of healthy nutrients whenever you indulge in nachos.
Reese's Reason Why Their Trees Don't Look Like Trees Is EVERYTHING
Reese's clearly was used to people Tweeting at them about this whole tree ish, but they weren't going to apologize for not carving out candies in the perfect shape of a Christmas tree. After all, aesthetic is so not the point of any Reese's candy. (Heck, I'd eat every Reese's tree with my eyes closed as long as I could enjoy the peanut buttery goodness.) Of course, you can't exactly fault customers for pointing out that this...
Those Reese's trees aren't the only thing to get angry about: https://t.co/yz5XMbjXZf pic.twitter.com/QeRXYH1QYG
- The Second City (@TheSecondCity) December 2, 2015
...does not look like this:I mean, really, facts are facts. So what does Reese's have to say about it? The company's response is actually pretty damn perfect:REESE'S celebrates trees of all shapes and sizes. It's not what it looks like, it's what it tastes like. pic.twitter.com/NrWibqypl7
- REESE'S (@ReesesPBCups) December 2, 2015
Okay, Reese's: you totally won this round. We'll stop complaining about what your trees look like as long as you promise to never, ever stop making them.
Pringles Is Making Candles That Smell Like Meat and Cheese
According to the Laughing Squid, Pringles has launched its very own "Merry Pringles" candle collection, which comes with three Pringles-inspired scents: Cheesy Cheese, Pigs In A Blanket, and Texas BBQ. Those may sound like things you want in your mouth, but I think we can all agree that it's just not the same unless you can taste the hot dogs in addition to smelling them.
Now available in three delicious fragrances... #MerryPringles pic.twitter.com/AuZonjPrLS
- Pringles (@Pringles_UK) December 1, 2015
I'm not really sure why Pringles thought that candles were the best route to go this holiday season. Personally, I'd be far more interested in a Pringles item I could eat, like chocolate and peppermint dipped Pringles or holiday gravy-inspired chips. Really, as long as I don't have to smell Texas BBQ when I am nowhere near a BBQ restaurant, I'll be happy.
KUWTK Sneak Peek: The Walls Are Closing In On Kris
The 35-year-old is pregnant again, so there will be another little one living in Kris' house very soon, plus their daughter North West, plus Kanye West. Just when Kris thought she was going to have an empty nest, she ended up with a full house again.
In this sneak peek from this week's Keeping Up With The Kardashians, the momager and her boyfriend Corey Gamble, sit down with Kim to have a talk about exactly what the whole "mi casa es su casa" really means.
"We have to minimize the amount of human beings in my bathroom every morning," Kris tells Kim, before telling the camera "Mi casa es su casa, but there are DEFINITELY some boundaries."
Kim, however, has other plans. In fact, she was planning on occupying one MORE room in Kris' house because the baby needs a nursery!
**This episode of KUWTK airs Sunday at 9 p.m. ET/PT on E!**
Disney Star Tiffany Thornton's Husband Dies in Car Accident
According to TMZ, Chris and another man, Ezekiel Blanton, were pronounced dead on the scene. They wrecked early Friday morning when their car flew off the road while going around a bend and slammed into a tree. At least one was ejected from the car, which was driven by Ezekiel.
Chris was only 35 years old, and was on the MTV reality show twentyfourseven. He was the lead singer of the group Prom Kings, too.
Chris and Tiff have been married since 2011. Just last year they moved back to Hot Springs, AR where Chris' mother is mayor. The couple has 2 children.
All of this comes after Tiffany just lost one of her best friends earlier this week. She was one of the bridesmaids in her wedding with Chris.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Tiffany and her family at this time.
Google is Slaying it With 'Star Wars' Themed Tech Features
Check out some of the cool features you can participate in:
Customize your Chrome browser
Head to this website to pick a "light or dark" side by logging into your Gmail account. Once you pick a side, your entire Google experience becomes Star Wars-themed: Every time you open a new browser, email, etc. Of course, I picked the Light Side because of the fierce Rey (the film's star.) And yes, my profile picture is a meme of Benedict Cumberbatch saying, "Don't, just don't," posing as my Dark-Side conscious that my Jedi-self fights every day. #NerdAlert
(PS: Star Trek fans will really appreciate the hilarity of Mr. Cumberbatch as my choice.)
Type, "a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away" in Google Search.
I'll let this one be a surprise, because it's way more fun that way. Do it now!
Google Maps
This one snuck up on me. I was plugging an address into my Google maps, and this popped up:
Yes, that is an X-wing Starfighter. #Badass
A Start Wars movie theatre
This one wasn't create by Google, but it's worth noting. A theatre in Omaha, Nebraska made by the Alamo Drafthouse cinema chain has gone above, beyond, and then some for the new theatre. Check out a shot of the theatre below and check out more photos here.
What geeky Star Wars promotions do you love? Tweet me @lizprugh!
Starbucks' New Breakfast Item Is Perfect for On-the-Go Bagel Lovers
Starbucks has rolled out Bantam Bagels Bagel Balls, an item that is as cute as it is convenient. The bagel balls are made of the same things as your beloved bagel, but instead of them being circular with a hole in the middle, the bagel balls are completely round, sort of like a puff pastry. The best part? The cream cheese is inside of the bagel, so you can easily chomp on this breakfast item without worrying about making a mess. (Unless you count bagel crumbs as a mess. I think of them as evidence of a great time.)
Unfortunately, these bagels are only available in Starbucks' in New York, Philadelphia, and Indianapolis, but should they become popular I wouldn't be surprised if Starbucks expanded their breakfast reign. After all, these bagels are so yummy that they actually made it onto the list of Oprah's Favorite Things, so you know you're going to want to scoop one up for breakfast. You have three flavor options: french toast, original, and everything, but what's stopping you from trying them all over the course of a week? Go ahead, go crazy: at least you won't have to worry about grabbing a plastic knife before heading out of the 'Bucks.
One Direction Tattoo Regrets: Harry Styles Has a Big Toe Tattoo?
But wait...there's more! The guys had a little chat about their tattoos and whether they've had any regrets over any of their ink.
Turns out Liam Payne wasn't all that fond of one of his tats, but explained he got used to it, saying, "they just become part of you." Louis owned up to having a lot of stupid ones, including the one that says "oops" as a way to explain his "sketch pad" hodgepodge of an ink collection on his arm.
Harry Styles doesn't so much regret any, but isn't all that jazzed about all of them, including one he did himself - the word 'Big' on his big toe. Oh Harry, what were you thinking?