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Cautionary Tales

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humor1 year ago

"15 Hard-Hitting Life Lessons Learned the Hard Way"

Fifteen individuals share their humorous yet cautionary tales of learning life lessons the hard way, from mistaking a sleeping raccoon for a dead one to cooling brownies on the porch and attracting squirrels, wearing gray pants to a job interview, and discovering that dishwashing soap is not a suitable substitute for machine detergent, to mishaps involving microwaves, Crock-Pots, industrial paper cutters, power strips, space heaters, moka pots, leather gloves, and leaving items in extreme temperatures.

art-and-culture2 years ago

Unraveling the Illusion: "Who's Drunk" from 1897

"Who's Drunk" is a cautionary shadow picture from Edward Carswell's "Temperance Stories and Sketches" that aims to warn readers about the dangers of alcohol, tobacco, and gambling. The illustration features hidden drunken figures among various landscapes, inviting viewers to find them. These shadow pictures predate "Where's Waldo" and provide both entertainment and moral lessons.

personal-finance2 years ago

The Pros and Cons of Winning the Lottery: Instant Billionaire Regrets and AI Predictions

As the jackpots for the Powerball and Mega Millions lotteries continue to grow, the dreams of winning big also increase. However, lottery winners often face unexpected challenges and pitfalls. Winners may become targets of scammers, experience harassment from strangers, and even face threats to their safety. Financial planning is crucial to avoid squandering the winnings, with experts advising winners to remain anonymous, wait before claiming the prize, and spend only a small portion of the winnings each year. Studies show that many lottery winners eventually go bankrupt, and cautionary tales serve as a reminder that winning the lottery does not guarantee financial security.