Melanie Allen, Author at Partners in Fire

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Not So Guilty Pleasures We Shouldn’t Ever Feel Bad About Buying

We work hard for our money, so we should be able to spend however we want. Unfortunately, bills and reality catch up, and we know … Read more

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How Society Gaslights Women Into Thinking Marriage is the Ultimate Life Goal

Thousands of little girls spend their childhoods dreaming of their fantasy wedding. She’ll be a glowing bride surrounded by her loved ones and ready to … Read more

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Divorcees Share the Moment They Knew the Marriage Was Over

No one gets married thinking it will end, but many marriages end in divorce. People shared the moment when they realized their marriage was over. … Read more

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These Behaviors May Be Legal, But They’re Still Super Creepy

Legality only tells you if you will go to jail for doing something. It has nothing to do with whether a behavior is socially acceptable. … Read more

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Is Society on the Decline? These Signs All Point To Yes

All great empires eventually fall. We only hope it doesn’t happen in our lifetime. Some signs portend an impending collapse of society, and it may … Read more

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Revealing the 21 Most Hated Hobbies that Will Make Everyone Dislike You

Hobbies make us unique. They’re the things that keep us going when everything else sucks, the pastimes that fill our free time, and the activities … Read more

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Men Actually Hate These Silly Dating Games Women Think They Have to Play

Does anyone really enjoy dating? Sure, the intoxicating rush of meeting someone new seems exciting, but between all the games, expert advice, and first date … Read more

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Big Brands that Paid Dearly for Abandoning Their Core Principles

Some companies can’t help but self-implode. As they eye ever-increasing profits, they abandon the things customers love, becoming ugly shells of their previous glory no … Read more

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Travelers Share the Smallest Differences that Caused Massive Culture Shock

We travel to experience different cultures and expect certain things to differ. But we often forget to think about the minor differences. Small Differences That … Read more

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Rich Folks Say the Darndest Things: Outrageous Things the Wealthy Say Proving They’re Clueless

Have you ever heard a wealthy person say something outrageously out of touch with ordinary folks? Their thoughts and ideas sometimes make us plebians wonder … Read more