Meta Christmas Eve Open Thread
It's a Christmas Eve open thread. Make the most of it.
2014
Meta 
Family Weirdness as a Love Language: Why I Sent Creepy Christmas Elves to My Sister
In which the author finds the perfect(ly hideous) Christmas gift for her sister.
The Internet “A revolutionary communications platform”
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Books The Passive-Aggressive Guide to Book Gifting
When giving someone a particularly pointed gift is preferable to saying the hard things.
The Internet The Internet: A Glossary
A handy internet glossary.
Feminism “Female Troubles”: My Grandmother’s Birth Control
Mackenzie Mays on her grandmother's various forays into birth control, and the power of being able to make your own medical choices.
The Butter Loco Parentis: What Your Child Really Wants for Christmas
The first installment of The Butter's new parenting column, Loco Parentis, by Aubrey Hirsch.
Family Father Christmas
The author reflects on her father and one of his erstwhile holiday traditions.
LGBT Black and Pink: Start a New Holiday Tradition
Consider supporting Black and Pink, an organization that sets up penpal opportunities for incarcerated LGBT individuals.
Relationships Against Domesticity
Randa Jarrar on why she will never again live with a romantic partner.
Music Requests Made By Blondie During “Call Me,” In Order Of Reasonableness
"Call me anytime"? Sure. "Color me your car"? That's asking a lot.
Sex Men of Craigslist
Men on Craigslist know exactly what they want.
Dads Dad Magazine: December 2014 Edition
A special holiday edition of Dad Magazine, hot off the presses.
Family Half-Breed: A Racial Biography in Five Parts
"This day with these people you’re Native, while this day with these people you’re white": Alicia Elliott reflects on her mixed heritage and history.
Advice Tips for Dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder
Alexis Kienlen offers some suggestions and strategies for those coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder.
