Erin Wooddell
Strangers Can Be Kind, After All
I've been doing a lot of traveling the last few months. That means long drives alone, dealing with impatient drivers who tailgate and possess obscene levels of road rage, leading me to believe every stranger I come across on the open road is a certified jerk. During a frustrating drive home last Sunday, I was beginning to wonder if people in general are just mean nowadays. Does no one know how to be a good neighbor or a kind human being? Maybe that's what's wrong with our society—no one knows how to treat others with kindness or goodwill.
And then on Monday, I went to the Starbucks drive-thru for a Monday morning pick-me-up. As I pulled up to the payment window, the barista informed me that the customer in front had paid for my drink. Apparently it was a trend that had been happening all morning long. Truly touched, and realizing that people will surprise you right when you start to lose faith, I smiled and happily paid it forward.
Strangers Can Be Kind, After All
I've been doing a lot of traveling the last few months. That means long drives alone, dealing with impatient drivers who tailgate and possess obscene levels of road rage, leading me to believe every stranger I come across on the open road is a certified jerk. During a frustrating drive home last Sunday, I was beginning to wonder if people in general are just mean nowadays. Does no one know how to be a good neighbor or a kind human being? Maybe that's what's wrong with our society—no one knows how to treat others with kindness or goodwill.
And then on Monday, I went to the Starbucks drive-thru for a Monday morning pick-me-up. As I pulled up to the payment window, the barista informed me that the customer in front had paid for my drink. Apparently it was a trend that had been happening all morning long. Truly touched, and realizing that people will surprise you right when you start to lose faith, I smiled and happily paid it forward.
Clever Costumes are the Best
The first time I was thoroughly impressed with a costume, it was 2007 and a girl was dressed up as Bob Ross (Mr. Happy Trees). It was extremely creative and so well-executed. Last night, I was once again impressed by this gentleman:
The first time I was thoroughly impressed with a costume, it was 2007 and a girl was dressed up as Bob Ross (Mr. Happy Trees). It was extremely creative and so well-executed. Last night, I was once again impressed by this gentleman:
How brilliant is that? Seriously.
Upon seeing this guy, I immediately asked to take his picture and I quickly snapped one before he even had a chance to respond (in case he said no). He reminded me of Mr. Ridiculously Photogenic Guy, because he saw the flash and instantly gave me a winning smile.
Explaining his costume, he said: "This was pretty last minute."
Me: "Did you just happen to have all those flags lying around?"
Guy: "Yeah. What can I say? I'm a nerd for my country."
High-five, guy, for being original, and for being extremely photogenic!
People Who Take Risks With Costumes Rock
Hello, Richard Simmons.
This guy came breezing into the bar with about as much energy as his namesake, and happily posed for several pictures in his very loud and spot-on outfit.
High-five, guy, for committing to your character!
Upon seeing this guy, I immediately asked to take his picture and I quickly snapped one before he even had a chance to respond (in case he said no). He reminded me of Mr. Ridiculously Photogenic Guy, because he saw the flash and instantly gave me a winning smile.
Explaining his costume, he said: "This was pretty last minute."
Me: "Did you just happen to have all those flags lying around?"
Guy: "Yeah. What can I say? I'm a nerd for my country."
High-five, guy, for being original, and for being extremely photogenic!
People Who Take Risks With Costumes Rock
Hello, Richard Simmons.
This guy came breezing into the bar with about as much energy as his namesake, and happily posed for several pictures in his very loud and spot-on outfit.
High-five, guy, for committing to your character!
Heidi Klum is the Queen of Halloween
Every year, Heidi Klum goes all out to celebrate All Hallow's Eve. She throws big, raging parties, inviting all her A-lister friends, and makes a grand entrance in a crazy and well-thought-out costume. This year, she took it to a whole new level.
I give you: Heidi Klum as a 130-year-old woman.
Thanks to Heidi's new-found obsession with Instagram, the public can see the work that went into creating this elaborate costume. For easy access, New York Daily News broke it down for us.
Getting that kind of work done for a party takes some serious patience and commitment. I can't imagine sitting still that long while others poke and prod at me, much less end up wearing that much synthetic skin for an entire evening. Sort of makes you wonder what her boyfriend (pictured right) thought of this costume, as a futuristic glimpse of his lady love.
High-five, Heidi, for staying so dedicated to your over-the-top celebration of your favorite holiday!
Every year, Heidi Klum goes all out to celebrate All Hallow's Eve. She throws big, raging parties, inviting all her A-lister friends, and makes a grand entrance in a crazy and well-thought-out costume. This year, she took it to a whole new level.
I give you: Heidi Klum as a 130-year-old woman.
Thanks to Heidi's new-found obsession with Instagram, the public can see the work that went into creating this elaborate costume. For easy access, New York Daily News broke it down for us.
Getting that kind of work done for a party takes some serious patience and commitment. I can't imagine sitting still that long while others poke and prod at me, much less end up wearing that much synthetic skin for an entire evening. Sort of makes you wonder what her boyfriend (pictured right) thought of this costume, as a futuristic glimpse of his lady love.
High-five, Heidi, for staying so dedicated to your over-the-top celebration of your favorite holiday!