I Could Use a Little Romance Sometimes

MelBivDevoe

Oh, Fabio.  You really are a living, breathing romance cover.  

I'm a sap for romantic stories of love conquering all.  In this case, love conquered the spirit of competition in the Olympic games for these 9 couples.  (Time)

This has to be one of the best pieces of satire that I've read in a while.  And yes, it IS satire.  Author Amber Estes, a student at UGA,  fooled everyone, even sites like Jezebel with her sarcastic wit - and kudos to her!  Here are her instructions on how to snag that perfect husband while in college.  (Red&Black)

When I first read this headline, "Is an Expensive Haircut Worth It?" I assumed they meant like a $100 cut.  But $950???  For a haircut???  Unless that cut comes with a freakin' diamond tiara, it's not worth it! (Shine)

Zachary Levi kissed a fan for a $1000 donation at a charity event at Comic Con this weekend, and from this video, you can see it was quite a smooch!  Then Nathan Fillion wanted in on the action.  And so did Adam Baldwin.  Can't blame 'em - who could resist Levi?  (Crushable)

Don't Meme Me, Bro.

Pinky McLadybits

Sometimes I worry that a photo of mine from Facebook will somehow end up a meme. That would piss me off. Here are 9 people who had photos that became memes. (Mental Floss)

You know what would probably make me feel better? This delicious ham, bacon, and cheddar strata. I am drooling right now! (Persephone Magazine)

Then perhaps I can light up a spliff with Pat Robertson. LEGALIZE IT, MON! (NY Times)

Maybe a bit of ganja would make the Star Wars prequels more bearable. Probably not. I would love to see Topher Grace's cut of all three movies into one. C'mon, Lucas! Make a deal with him! (The Mary Sue)

Hot Links: In Home Pot Sales? Yeah, That Sounded Legit.

Pinky and Nora

My bathroom has tile that I hate and when I'm in there I like to stare at it in hatred. Sometimes I see yetis, demons, and Lindsey Lohan in the different shapes. It's good to know that everyone's brain does this. (Wired)

I KNEW IT! (The Onion)

Do you listen to NPR? Perhaps you listen to Wait, Wait...Don't Tell Me!. Either way, you can take their daily quiz to see how informed you are. (NPR)

I have trouble making new friends with other ladies. I'm self-conscious, afraid of being seen as too gross or something. Luckily for me, INTERNET! Number 5 on this list is my favorite, as some of the friends I talk to the most are new, online pals. (HelloGiggles) 

Hot Links: Homemade Ice Rinks, Grape Meths, and Bearded Dragons!

Pinky McLadybits & Kolby

Marijuana use among teenagers has reached a 30-year high. You know what this means, right? More meth for the grownups! (The New York Times )

OK, I know some people don't really care for the Muppets (Communisits, the Devil...etc.), but for everyone who loves and cherishes them as much as I do are these adorable knit hats. I think I need the Animal one. (Craftzine)

A couple of 20-year olds were busted for stealing water from a fire hydrant to build their very own backyard ice rink. Man, that's cool. (ThePostGame)

Complex has put together a list of the 15 Craziest Real World Girls. I'm baffled at their choice to place Coral at number 11. That b*tch is CRAY. (Complex)

Lucy is an American Staffordshire Terrier in New York that needs a forever home. Her previous owner abused her, beating her badly and leaving her bones to set so she has a slightly twisted snout. She's lovable and needs someone to help her forget about the asshole and abused her for 3.5 years. (Petfinder)