Well, I can see someone was hungry! Waitors who make this kind of comment should be taken out back and pelted with eggs. Pointing out the fact that someone cleaned their plate will get you nothing but a tiny, little tip.

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Apparently, gossip makes us happy.

According to research out of the University of Ghent in Belgium, our brain cells light up in positive ways when we gossip, or tune into tabloids. Gossip is an instant stimulator of endorphins, so when the dirt gets dished, we’re happy campers.

But does that make gossiping okay?

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7 strategies for dealing with envy.

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At a recent party, my husband introduced me to man that he works with as well as the man’s wife. The fellow (who happens to be more senior than my husband) was incredibly personable and friendly. His wife, however, was a complete dud.

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How to write a sympathy note.

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