Wake Me Up When It's Spring, Please

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I bet many of you were hibernating during Winter Storm Nemo, though probably not by choice.  Storms like that are precisely why we moved south, although I do miss the joy of a good snow day every now and then.  Check out the snowfall totals and pics of the storm here.  (USA Today)

Pinky shared this link recently and I think it's worthy of passing on.  If you've ever wanted to volunteer your time but feel you don't have much to give, this site is perfect for you - it lists "microvolunteering" ideas that you can do from home.  (Help From Home)

I knew Lay's was holding a contest to create a new flavor of potato chip, but I didn't realize they'd started making the finalists already.  Here are three flavors that have already hit some shelves around the country.  I will just stick to the salt & vinegar chips, thanks.  (Laughing Squid)

Here's some macabre (and expensive) bling, just in time for Valentine's Day.  I dig it.  But do the joints move or do you have to hold your hand like that while you wear it?  (Geeks Are Sexy)

What's Cuter Than a Penguin? A Penguin Pumpkin!

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Just in time for you to start your Halloween planning, here are 37 pumpkin decorating ideas that require no carving.  My favorite - that cute lil' guy to the left.  (BuzzFeed)

Oooh, this dragon claw bracelet is a total must-have. (The Mary Sue)

I can't tell if this article is praising Emma Watson for bringing back the dress-over-pants trend, or merely commenting on it.  Was that a trend that really needed to be revived??  (Styleite)

"Law & Order: SVU" will be doing a "50 Shades of Grey" themed episode this year.  I honestly did not know that show was still on the air.  Huh.  (The Gloss)

Bring On the Weekend! Bring On the Batman!

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Our hearts go out to the victims of the midnight shooting in Colorado and their families. (People)

Happy Friday!  Do you have your tickets ready for the premiere of "The Dark Knight Rises" this weekend?  Or have you already seen it at a midnight opening, you lucky ducks?  I won't be seeing it for a few days, which means it's time to avoid the internet again (I won't be spoiled!).  

If you're in a Batman mood, take a trip down memory lane with this real-time review of Joel Schumacher's opus "Batman & Robin."  It's much better if you read this article instead of attempting to watch it yourself... well, better for you, at least.  (Pajiba)

Speaking of superheroes, these amazing retro art posters capture my favorite team, the X-Men, in eye-popping colors.   Who wouldn't want a "BAMF!" poster for their wall?? (Etsy)

Molecule, a new store in NYC, sells tap water.  That's it.  Just specially filtered, $2.50 for a 16-ounce bottle, tap water.  Choice quote from the article - "I think you'll have people who will start becoming water connoisseurs."  Uh.  Even if you add electrolytes and vitamins, it's just WATER.  Sheesh!  (WSJ)

Tom and Katie Settle, Nation Responds With a Loud "Damn It!"

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So much for all the juicy revelations we were hoping for - Tom and Katie have reached a divorce settlement. Still, a quick settlement won't stop the flow of crazy Scientology stories, will it?  (Dlisted)

Stories like this - one woman's brave escape from a religion that took over her life and tore her family apart.  (Daily Beast)

Speaking of brave women, this right here is why I'm excited for the upcoming season of "The Walking Dead."  Woo!  (io9)

10 Sexiest Photos of Benedict Cumberbatch

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"Sherlock" has recently ended its second series run on PBS here in the states, leaving us with a long, lonely stretch of time until we can get our next Holmes fix.  Well, in the meantime, thank goodness for the internet's devotion to Benedict Cumberbatch!  I've rounded up the 10 sexiest images I could find to keep you company while we desperately wait for word of series three.  

 Just delicious.

Can't Think, Cuteness Has Melted My Brain

MelBivDevoe

I can't even think clearly enough right now to write anything, because that photo of Baby Goose and that puppy is so ridiculously adorable. I need a minute.

Oh, forget it, just enjoy the links while I sit and giggle at the expressions on their faces.

Wondrous internet, you have blessed us with your endless bounty of Ryan Gosling memes.  In case you missed them, The Daily Beast has rounded up the 10 Best Gosling memes.  (The Daily Beast)

Pinky's Brain Has Broken: Enjoy These Pictures of Hot Men

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You know what I like? Besides that. Well, yeah but not what I was thinking of this time. I like pictures of stuff. So, here are photos of the men that make the Ladies of Hot Ink tingly. In a good way.