Today I heard someone tell a random fact about the population of Moscow, Russia. I thought, "Who needs to know that?"
My conclusion: Probably the people that study the population of Russia.
Which lead me to another question... what kind of useless facts do I know?
So I thought I would share.
Useless fact #1:
Some farmers in Japan figured out how to grow watermelons in the shapes of rectangles. They did it to conserve shelf space.
Useless fact #2:
25% of BYU students are married. (This made me feel better until I realized that out of the remaining 75% about 60% have significant others... leaving the single population at a dwindling 15%, but enough about that).
Useless fact #3:
Shakespeare was only 18 when he married his wife Ann Hathaway who was 26. (Cougar anyone?)
Useless fact #4:
I know someone that knows someone that was an extra in the Twilight movie. She said that Kristen Stewart is mean. I believe her.
Useless fact #5:
I have met someone that can lick their elbow. It is not impossible.
Useless fact #6:
If you drink ice water your body burns mores calories because it has to warm up the liquid.
Useless fact #7:
During the average lifetime of a man or a woman they will grow 590 miles of hair.
Do you have any random facts that you love?! Let us know.
Feel free to comment.
BYU culture struggles to maintain the outdated and patriarchal views that disguise feminine repression through seemingly selfless acts of self-proclaimed “gentlemen.” While walking through campus, I do not see any damsels in distress.
I see competent, intelligent, professional women that do not need a man to hold the door, pay for a date or even present a shiny ring in the traditional manner.
I have hands, thank you. I do not feel flattered when you awkwardly hold the door open for helpless little me. I also have money.
Women who allow men to pay for them on a date are prostituting their worth not only in the relationship, but also in a capitalistic society that strives to provide equal opportunities.
Our income is worth just as much as any man’s labor could produce. Finally, I am equally capable of finding my own mate. My agency need not be stifled by the whim of a male who finally decides that I am worthy to be by his side. I, too, can take a knee; I too can afford a ring. Do you want a princess cut or a solid band?
My fellow sisters in Zion, do not be fooled into thinking that men wear the pants in the relationship. You can, too. Not only are skirts a safety hazard, preventing you from running away from danger, but they are also a symbol of your submissiveness. So, zip up the pants and assume your position next to the man — not behind him.
Mariana Toledo
Sao Paulo, Brazil
I happen to strongly disagree with this viewpoint. I think that it is important for men to show women respect, communicated through their kind actions, and I don't see it as demeaning or sexist. What do you think?
