in humor 15 Times We Learned the Answer to Life in a Public Restroom by Mary McCaw November 29, 2016, 12:00 pm 4. It's a place for inspiration… This doubles as a PSA against constipation. 5. While simultaneously serving as a forum for thoughtful discussion. 6. It's a place to let people know who you are… Written by Mary McCaw Mary is a freelance writer and editor. She's based in San Francisco, but lately, home is wherever her suitcase is. If you really are what you eat, she is at least 50% pizza.