Some people say it’s strange, but Manchester was one of my favourite places when I went to the UK. I’d love to go back and just meander through this guide one day.
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I know I need to do more of #1 and #5, but I think in general, people need to do more of:
11. Do as invitations ask you.
13. Don’t use your friends.
15. Give and receive favors graciously.
#11 Covers RSVP and general etiquette for attending things. It also means you don’t RSVP then bail without telling anyone. If you’re going to be late or are unable to attend, let the host know as soon as you do. Also, don’t RSVP and then abandon that engagement because you found a better offer[1]. People tend to get the idea when you make them your backup gathering.
#13 mentions using for material reasons. But this should also include emotional. Noone likes an emotional vampire or someone who likes to manipulate and/or play politics amongst friends[3].
#15 So important. The article covers pretty much all that needs to be said for that.
[1] There are of course exceptions to the rule, such as family events[2] or emergencies. Although nothing excuses you from not notifying the host in a timely fashion.
[2] But in some cases I’m sure you can’t consider those ‘better offers’.
[3] I’m hearing so many of these cases lately.
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Ooh ooh! A guide to people like meeeeeeee!
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I mentioned this method of determining how cooked meat is without cutting into it the other day. I learned about it ages ago, and only just remembered to share it when I found it mentioned on LifeHacker.
By touching your thumb to each of your fingers, and then pressing on your thumb muscle as it changes firmness, you’ll get an idea of how your steak should feel, moving from rare to well done as your thumb muscle moves from your index to your pinky finger.
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