Internet Magic! So basically cool cat pics and general weirdness. Now with 100% more Samuel L. Jackson

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So it's mid-January and you're sick to death of hearing about the 20 bazillion diets you can go on and it's increasingly difficult to keep up the "go to bed early, eat right and be neater" resolution (just me?).  Well, don't worry, the internet is here with great stuff to distract me, um, I mean you.

First, let's start with a website that may feature the best kitty cartoons ever, and trust me, I’m a connoisseur (Kitties & Bullshit)

Are you as tired as I am about hearing about people's cleanses? And, do some of them seem a little creepy to you too? (io9)

2013 is here. Let's Celebrate Awesomeness Style (Sorry Gangnam Style)

         

 Park

Woo! It's 2013! Time to get weird whether thou be a haver of boners or not!

Okay, I know it’s been 2013 for a few days, but you have to ease into these things, recover from hangovers etc.  So therefore I declare that 2013 starts…NOW!

I’ve decided to make my resolution for 2013 to have more awesome things in my life, and I’m going to start with today’s links.

Speaking of resolutions here’s a great one: make positive changes in your life WITHOUT letting yourself get overwhelmed and terrified.  This guide is a great start (Rookie)

As many of you might have, I spent my new years in a cute outfit that made up for the many times I just grabbed two things and decided that was an outfit (just wear it with confidence, people will think you’re “quirky”).  I paired this cute outfit with some good ol’ Spankx.  And I admit, that I had the same thought every Spanx wearer has had at some point “can you have sex in these?”.   Well, can you? (NyMag)

It's The End of The World As We Know It And I Feel, Well, Pretty Indifferent Actually

Park                                                                                  

Well according to a bunch of weirdo nuts, this is our last day on earth.  We better really enjoy it, because apocalypse crazies have never been wrong before, right?

Well, what better way to go out then with LINKS? Ha! Trick question.  There is no better way to go out.

Here's some tips to deal with the upcoming end of days.  Or more accurately a bunch of reasons why you aren't going to deal and instead will, like, blow up or something (Pleated Jeans)

You know when there's an emergency and 9 months later there's a bunch of babies.  Well what if there were some kind of nerd emergency?  Like not enough Vulcan ears for the premiere of the new Star Trek movie or something?  Well it would probably be something like this: literary nerdiness meets crafty nerdiness and they have a bunch of cool paper sculpture babies. (io9)

Sometimes Creepy Is Good, Right? RIGHT?

Park

The world is full of wonderful, exciting and fascinating things.  It's also full of weird, creepy things that will HAUNT YOUR DREAMS.

Strap in because I'm about to show you some of the best of both categories.  Oh, also, if you want some deco that will guarantee you will never have to host a holiday party again, I've got you covered (you're welcome)

Nature is pretty amazing, right?  The majestic oak the powerful waterfall, the OH GOD WHAT IS THAT? (Listverse) 

Don't worry, nature isn't all bad.  Sometimes it's badass.  "Badass?" You say. Oh yes, I said badass.  How badass? How about dog's driving cars level badass?(Tastefully Offensive)

See you in Hell, November!

                            Park                                                             

I don’t know about you but I am over November. OVER IT.  Gray skies, short days, people making boring small talk about how it's almost winter and how they have to put snow tires on the car and blah, blah, blah. Seriously, why does no one ever get inspired by crappy weather to talk about the super powers they would have if they could or which Doctor Who is the best? (the most recent, duh! well unless the toad in a child's toy from the picture to the left is cast) Even listening to Drake on repeat isn't helping (What? I'm from Toronto.  It's pretty much the law). 

Well it looks like I’m not the only one who's over November.  The animal world is totally on my side (Buzzfeed)

Make things, Learn things, Cry. These links will make your life better. (I know it's not as catchy as "Eat, Pray, Love" but it's true)

Park

Today let's learn all the things! Okay, some of the things you won't want to know *cough* creepy Twilight baby doll *cough* but a lot of these things are guaranteed to make your life at least 82% better.  Though, seriously, did anyone actually buy that Twilight baby doll?  How did they ever sleep again with its terrifying little eyes staring at them?  Okay, sorry, got on a tangent

Creepy responses to a dating profile.  Friends of mine and I swap them like baseball cards.  But these may be some of the best I've heard. Seriously, who are the dudes that send these? (The Hairpin) 

Here’s instructions for a great homemade toy. Warning, this may be a little much if you're more of a sticking googly eyes on stuff crafter like me (Make Projects)

Links, links, they cure what stinks. They celebrate, all that's great!

Park

So yesterday was the day when everyone went all crazy on social media and said terrible things and yelled at each other.  In an attempt to help, I am posting this picture of the stars of "Breaking Bad" posing with adorable puppies.  Please chill out America, okay?  Also, how about quitting with the racism, huh?  More adorable puppies and colourful sweaters, less being a hateful dick.

Okay, I realize it's not that simple.  How about if someone took the magic of the internet and social media to make us laugh (and cringe a little) about how weird and awful so much of the reaction to an Obama victory has been?  Oh, someone did that almost instantly?  I love you internet (Tumblr) 

Barack Obama: President of the United States and man with the most re-tweeted tweet of all time.  Wonder which one he’s more proud of?  I bet it’s beating Bieber at his own game (National Post)

Got a Candy Hangover, But It Was Totally Worth It

                                                               Park

I may or may not have woke up feeling like this today

Hope everyone had a happy Halloween.  It's now the happiest time of the year: Half off Candy Sales!  Okay, it's my happiest time. Woooooot!

Did you have a little too much to drink at a Hallowe'en party and say something you shouldn't have?  I guarantee, compared to these folks, you win forever (Buzzfeed) 

So it's post-Halloween and pre-Thanksgiving so its time for the media to churn out a million weight loss articles.  Well why not tell everyone in the office that you're detoxing while still enjoying this delicious party drink. Probably, don't drink it in the office though (Daily Candy)

Turns out just because it's November doesn't mean spooky deeds are done.  At least not by the photoshop community (Fashion Etc)

Spoooooky links (and not so spooky but still great)

Park                                                                                  

 Okay folks, I've made a major decision in my life: I've taken stock and I've decided that its time to make some real changes.  I need to live my truth, I have to come clean. Guys *deep breath*, I think that animals dressed up are really cute. Phew, I feel so free! 

Now let's look at these cats in wigs.  In wigs like they’re people! (TheBlogess)

Love Hallowe’en AND creative ways to punish your kids for misbehaving? These costumes will hurt you more then they hurt them…because you’ll laugh so hard you’ll get a stitch.  (MommyShorts)

Ladies In A Binder, Nick Offerman In His Undies. It's Been A Weird Week.

                                                               Park

So far this week we’ve learned that Mitt Romney has binders full of women and is completely unaware that its weird to make comments in speeches that sound like the bridge in a slowjam.  However. This has also been a week of sweet (literally, ‘cuz I mean cupcakes) victories and fashion badasses.  So let’s enjoy that, whaddya say?  Also, please don’t vote for Romney because he may ruin the world (yes, I am a very nuanced writer when it comes to political issues).

This is a pretty simple but totally hilarious gag (Blogspot)

Folks, I know for a fact that no matter what your gender, no matter what your sexual preference you hold a secret desire to see Nick Offerman naked.  Well, you have a chance to do that AND donate to charity. Just give in (Crushable)

Just Follow These Easy Links!

                                                               Park

Sometimes a picture on the internet makes you so happy and excited that you find yourself pumping your fist in the air, and sometimes its not even a picture of a cute cat.

That's what the picture to the left did for me.  It also inspired me to find links that will both support things you always new and help make you EVEN cooler and more knowledgeable.  I know, you didn't think that was possible.  But I'm going to do my best.

Ever wanted to know the gender and species break-down for LOTR?  Shut up, of course you did (Neatorama)

A member of the Royal Family has died.  No, not that Royal Family.  It’s the one that rule  a WWII defence platform that has been claiming it’s a sovereign nation since 1967?   Yes, you read that right (Arstechnica)

Sixteen-year-old me is finally vindicated! Jack could have lived.  Thanks science! Or at least tv science. (Cheezburger)

Don't Worry Everyone, Everything's Going to be Fine...Probably

                                                               Park

Today, across America and the world people will be talking about last night’s Presidential debate.  That’s great because its important that people think long and hard about who they think would be the best President.  Its also great because there will be one day where water cooler talk won’t focus on terrible reality tv shows that everyone seems to love but me.  Oh sweet relief, a day without Honey Boo Boo!

What did you think about the debate internet GIF community? *sheer volume of answers causes face to melt from the zillions of answers like in Raiders of the Lost Ark* (Buzzfeed)

The Onion also watched the debates, and wrote the best headline ever.  And totally accurate, please oh please. (The Onion)

Inspiration, Observation, Laughs and All the Things That Make Life Great

                                                               Park

Its been a big, weird, week for ol' Parky and that's meant deciding to make some big, cool changes in my life.  Some of you may be thinking the same way, so here's a bunch of links that will help.  Also, some weird and silly stuff thrown in, because hey, I'm still me.

Don't worry, I'll be back to posting links about celebrities being dumb soon :)

The environment is important, but being green can seem like a huge impossible goal.  Well why not start at home? (Buzzfeed)

 Want one of those adorable schiaparelli sweaters but don't want to shell out a bunch of cash?  I got ya! (Rookie)

 A very inspiring tale of women who helped change the landscape of journalism. (Slate)

It can be tough to get kids reading.  Here’s a guide to picking books that your kids (or the kids in your life) will love (Squidoo)

Hugh Jackman Wants to Teach, Simon Helberg Wants to Haunt Your Nightmares And Other Things I Learned Today

Park

                                                               

I have learned some amazing things today.  Firstly, that while I love the picture on the left, I am filled with sorrow as I will never, never be that hilarious.

Okay, while I go somewhere to wipe away my tears, here's some amazing, cool, weird and educational links. 

Don't run away, it's the FUN kind of educational.  No, really, that exists, I swear!  And don't worry, I'll ease into the learnings.

Do you remember Deelite and the awesome crazy-pants style of their lead singer?  Well you're going to love this article.  Hell, even if you don't remember them you're going to love this, because her style is aaaaamazing (Rookie)

Hey, want to be a big Hollywood hot shot and drive around in a convertible and eat Pinkberry (I'm not actually clear on what cool famous people do) Just combine any TWO of the words on this magical list and you've got a hit show (also, what exactly IS Pinkberry?)  I thought the article was just funny and silly, then realized how many of these shows I would watch and watch the hell out of.  Seriously, someone get on "Diner Pets" ASAP. (NPR Blogs)

Retro Love + Internet = Good Idea or The Best Idea Ever?

                            Park

                                                          

In case you were wondering, the answer is "The Best Idea".  Partly because woot, woot, it's silly and fun, and partly because politics makes me need the distraction.

"Why it can't be that bad" you say. "It's not like women are being told publicly to get back in the kitchen, right?"  Well, you're right.  It's not that, it's that and much more.  Much, much depressingly more (Angry Black Lady)

Hey, I'm not above a little retail therapy (especially after reading the above).  Shana logic has a ton of adorable stuff AND that stuff is on sale.  I don’t want to say a must look, but…okay, of course I want to say a must look.  Its delightful (Shana Logic)

Ever wanted to know what a Mean Girls and Downtown Abbey mashup would look like?  Well I bet you do now...and here it is. (Fanpop) 

Beautiful Meets Goofy Meets Smart Meets Goofy Again

Park                                                                                     

Whoa, it's already been a year (well, okay, that was yesterday, but still pretty darn cool, right?)  I wanted to celebrate by finding some of the greatest, funniest most well written stuff on the internet (well, okay, I always try to do that, but still pretty darn cool I'm trying, right?)

Let's start with possibly the most hilarious messing with someone I’ve ever read.  Though perhaps not as hilarious as the picture to the left. (Don’t Even Reply)

Love letters and responses to them.  I think this is just beautiful (The Hairpin)

Going to hang out with a bunch of Harry Potter nerds and want to impress them but only have 13 minutes to bone up on the movies?  No worries, we’ve got your back  (The Mary Sue)

“You’re killing me Smalls!” because I didn’t know what happened to you.  But now I do, so, umm, Woo! Smalls! (Buzzfeed)

Internet Magic, Amazing Dads, Funny Animals AND Body Acceptance? Best Thursday Ever

Park

                                                                                    

Its Thursday, that magical day where the weekend's so close, there's a spring in your step and ice cream just tastes better.  Okay, maybe that's not true, but you should probably have some ice cream anyways.  Have you tried that stuff? Its delicious!   

As if the internet conjured them up through sheer force of will: Shakespeare Cats are here (The Mary Sue)

These vintage pictures of animals are adorable and occasionally kind of disturbing.  I dub them adorsturbing (Buzzfeed)

Dogs Get Shamed, Paintings Get Maimed, Christopher Lee? Well, He Continues To Be Amazing

                                                               Park                          

Its getting to the end of summer and I could do with some of that time travelling I've been promised.  Get it together scientists!  Oh, wait, is science fiction not actually written by scientists?  Sigh...fine, I guess I'll just have to be satisfied with cool/weird stuff from the internet

Did you think every meme idea was taken and/or boring?  Well let me heal your internet silliness ennui with the brilliant new meme of Dogshaming (Dogshaming Archive)

Here's an animal that should never be shamed: a cat performing the Game of Thrones theme (Gorilla Mask) 

Photos that show definitively that the world used to be insane and/or how criminals all used to look like Batman villains (Cracked)

From "Awwww" to "What tha...?" A Study In Link Contrasts

Park

Let's start this off with some warming of the ol' heart.  Yes, here's Bill Clinton and his namesake Bill Clinton.

Is this the sweetest thing I've ever seen? Possibly.  Is Clinton once again proving himself to be one of the most loveable former Presidents? Um, hell yes!

That was lovely, wasn't it?  Okay, now that you're feeling suitably happy, I want to give you a warning about the internet.  You know how everybody's Mom (aka my Mom) always talks about how anyone can get anything you ever put on the internet and you tell her that she's overreacting and being silly? Sorry Mom (Gawker)

Has Anyone In This Family Ever Even SEEN A Chicken?

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Guys, its happening, its really happening.  Arrested Development is back! (Gawker)

You know you've really got it made when your life can feature your own private terrifying animatronic stereotypes (io9)

A really beautiful photo of the Earth from space (Science Dump)

The finger fork: best or stupidest gadget ever? You decide.  I think its the stupidest (iwidk)