The Sam Vimes "Boots" theory of socioeconomic unfairness, often called simply the boots theory, is an economic theory that people in poverty have to buy cheap and subpar products that need to be replaced repeatedly, proving more expensive in the long run than more expensive items. The term was coined by English fantasy writer Sir Terry Pratchett in his 1993 Discworld novel Men at Arms. In the novel, Sam Vimes, the captain of the Ankh-Morpork City Watch, illustrates the concept with the example of boots.

Have you ever heard of a “snuffler” or snuffle mat?  If not, you’ll definitely wonder how you never knew about this before because it’s simplicity is genius and you can easily make one yourself! In fact, why not make a whole bunch and donate them to your favorite rescue group. ​

A snuffle mat is like a puzzle for your dog, providing mental stimulation as they sniff out the little treats you’ve sprinkled in the mat. Providing mental stimulation for your pets mean they have more fun and also have less time to get into any mischief at home.

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Managing well means that you’ll have to get comfortable with – and eventually master – a whole new set of skills and behaviors. Here are five of the most important.

The Torcher's Tale, in Yesteryear Fiction

In which we lay Sly to rest in a way that's so, so appropriate

The Satanic Temple might be the religion for 2017.

Anthony Bourdain is known as the strutting chef who kicked a drug habit; wrote a best-selling confessional, Kitchen Confidential; and became an internationally recognized television star. But he is also known for his opinionated takes on other chefs, as well as the bad-boy image that his book enshrined in the minds of readers: the fast-talking, foul-mouthed guy who would take on all comers, eat all dishes, and pose with swords on the cover of his book.