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The Best Free Restaurant Bread in America

I can only read for fun between the hours of 10 pm — 2 am PST (once bedtime negotiations have succeeded with a tiny night owl). I would reread this emotional roller coaster of a holy grail quest for the best Free Bread in America. Even if I never get to go to a fancy restaurant again to try the free bread (v likely until my kid is in middle school).

The Best Adult Tap Shoes = Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes

Namechecked in the dance world as J-Sams, these Bloch tap shoes may help salvage what's left of your dignity and ego as you start beginner tap dance class at the ripe young age of 41 (at the behest of your toddler who's demanded you learn alongside them but you can't attend the class for toddlers). They're heavier than the average Oxford-style tap shoe and sound better, too. Definitely try them on IRL, as sizing is wonky and confusing even after reading every Reddit thread related to these shoes. Tap shoes are supposed to fit like gloves, and the leather needs time to mold to your feet.

THE EASIEST CARSEAT TO INSTALL (Grandma-proof): Britax Poplar S Convertible Car Seat

As a solo parent with no co-parent, I knew nothing when it came to carseats except that you have to get one. Even though this one requires watching a video to remove and reinstall the carseat cover every time I want to deep-deep-clean it, my toddler recently projectile vomited in the car en route to school and put it to the test. You can easily get rid of the accumulated snack crumbs by hosing the carseat frame down.

THE VIRAL RING: Til Death Black Enamel Band

Sure, you could get matching bands with your significant other (it comes in a thicker 6mm version as well as this 4mm one) but have you considered getting friendship rings with your best friend(s)? Every ring is made to order in solid 10 or 14K yellow, silver, or rose gold. Silver is also an option. I'd have to revise my Til Death Enamel Band to read "Beyond Death" because I will personally haunt you from the grave if I shuffle off my mortal coil first. Friendship never ends. — THE SPICE GIRLS

The Best Free Restaurant Bread in America

I can only read for fun between the hours of 10 pm — 2 am PST (once bedtime negotiations have succeeded with a tiny night owl). I would reread this emotional roller coaster of a holy grail quest for the best Free Bread in America. Even if I never get to go to a fancy restaurant again to try the free bread (v likely until my kid is in middle school).

The Best Adult Tap Shoes = Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes

Namechecked in the dance world as J-Sams, these Bloch tap shoes may help salvage what's left of your dignity and ego as you start beginner tap dance class at the ripe young age of 41 (at the behest of your toddler who's demanded you learn alongside them but you can't attend the class for toddlers). They're heavier than the average Oxford-style tap shoe and sound better, too. Definitely try them on IRL, as sizing is wonky and confusing even after reading every Reddit thread related to these shoes. Tap shoes are supposed to fit like gloves, and the leather needs time to mold to your feet.

THE EASIEST CARSEAT TO INSTALL (Grandma-proof): Britax Poplar S Convertible Car Seat

As a solo parent with no co-parent, I knew nothing when it came to carseats except that you have to get one. Even though this one requires watching a video to remove and reinstall the carseat cover every time I want to deep-deep-clean it, my toddler recently projectile vomited in the car en route to school and put it to the test. You can easily get rid of the accumulated snack crumbs by hosing the carseat frame down.

THE VIRAL RING: Til Death Black Enamel Band

Sure, you could get matching bands with your significant other (it comes in a thicker 6mm version as well as this 4mm one) but have you considered getting friendship rings with your best friend(s)? Every ring is made to order in solid 10 or 14K yellow, silver, or rose gold. Silver is also an option. I'd have to revise my Til Death Enamel Band to read "Beyond Death" because I will personally haunt you from the grave if I shuffle off my mortal coil first. Friendship never ends. — THE SPICE GIRLS