4 Enjoyable Issues | Cup of Jo
“This week, whereas visiting pals, we began speaking about humorous idioms, as one does. Within the U.S., if a buddy does one thing ridiculous, you may joke, ‘He’s not the sharpest instrument within the shed.’ Our French buddy stated her household will say, ‘Ce n’est pas la chips la plus croustillante du paquet’ — actually, he’s not the crispiest chip within the bag. Lastly, my English aunt Janey (above) stated her favourite is, ‘He’s a sandwich in need of a picnic.’ Do you could have any so as to add?” — Joanna, founder and editor
“My seven-year-old has entered her Klutz-book craft period: cat’s cradle, face-painting, and friendship bracelets. I’m pleased to report that muscle reminiscence has served me properly with the string crafts, and it’s such a time warp to sit down cross-legged beside my daughter, making an attempt to recollect the phrases to ‘Miss Mary Mack.’” — Kaitlyn, senior e-newsletter editor
“Making pals in maturity feels weirdly excessive stakes. Ought to I textual content her? Ought to I ask her to hang around? Effectively, this Instagram reel actually made me snicker. Possibly we should always all begin appearing extra like youngsters on the playground and being 100% ourselves. ‘Are you on HRT?’ ‘Have you ever ever had hemorrhoids??’” — Alison, partnerships director
“My husband Harry and I’ve been married for nearly 9 years, and we’re nonetheless determining find out how to sleep properly in the identical mattress. He’s a snorer, I’m a sleep-talker; he wants wiggle room and I want TOTAL STILLNESS. So, when our outdated mattress gave out, I dove deep into analysis and determined to switch it with a Leesa Reserve Hybrid. What a distinction! There’s zero motion-transfer, which is half the battle. However the very best half? It has that magic combo of help and sink that I’ve at all times wished however by no means really discovered. Our cozy mattress has formally turn into the haunt spot, for teenagers and cats alike.” — Kelsey, senior editor
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