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8 Readers Share What They Love About Their Looks
What do you like about the way you look? Last week, we asked that question, and many readers emailed us photos. Here, eight women share kind eyes, curvy legs, and strong noses…
Says Rebekah (above), who lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma, “I feel so glowy in the evening sun, like it’s reflecting something golden in me. I was made to bask.”
“I’m so grateful J.Lo hit it big when I was in middle school, because I grew up thinking my big Puerto Rican ass was a thing of beauty. I’ve also found inspiration from fat activists, like Virginia Sole-Smith and Aubrey Gordon. On my book tour last fall, a moderator snapped this photo of me — round belly, the whole soft, visible package — and called me ‘a bright, brilliant light.’ I look at it now and see what she saw: my body not as something that takes up space, but something that offers it.” — Marian, Portland, Oregon
“I love my dimples! They’re pronounced, like someone stuck their fingers into a ball of clay when I was born. My maternal grandmother (‘Nana’) also had gorgeous high cheekbones and a wide face. Whenever I look in the mirror, I see her reflection in mine, her bright red lipstick kissing my cheeks, exactly where the divots are.” — Emma, New York City
“In high school, I walked across the stage to accept my National Honors Society plaque, and my aunt said, appreciatively, ‘Oooh, look at them big legs!’ At the time, I was mortified. It took me 20 years, but now I understand the compliment. My curvy legs carry the rest of this body beautifully. When it’s even slightly warm, I yell, ‘Sky’s out, thighs out!’ and put on the shortest shorts I can find.” — Abby, Chicago
“Small dark moles have been appearing since I hit my thirties; they’re dermatosis papulosa nigra, harmless moles common among Black folks. I watched three small stars take their place at the corner of my eye, and I thought, how cool to have a face that’s still changing, a reminder to look up in awe at the night stars that guided our ancestors!” — Sarah, State College, Pennsylvania
“When I smile, my eyes get all squinty and essentially disappear. It’s my undeniable joy! Here, I’m with my kiddo on a plane, and my children celebrating Tashlich by a river during Rosh Hashanah.” — Jill, Cousins Island, Maine
“My masi (maternal aunt) was looking at daguerreotypes of Indian women and remarked, ‘They have such intelligent faces, it’s their strong noses.’ The women in my family have strong noses, too, and I thought that was the finest compliment a woman could receive — to look intelligent!” — Sukhie, Seattle
“I love that I look kind. My two-year-old daughter took this photo, above, while we were chatting on the couch. My eyes are focused on her, I’m smiling, and my eyebrows are arched like she’s telling me the most fascinating thing I’ve ever heard. I got so emotional when I saw this photo, because it’s a stark contrast to how my mother looked at me. When my daughter thinks of her childhood, I hope this is the face she sees in her memories.” — Jenn, Vancouver
Thank you so much for sharing!
P.S. Nine women share their dramatic hair transformations, and 12 readers share where they live.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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Word
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Excel
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PowerPoint
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Outlook
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OneNote
The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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