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How To Make a Homecoming Sash

Cassandra — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:57:16 -0500

Homecoming can be the highlight of a high school life. If you are short on funds or run out of time to order a homecoming sash, consider making your own. With a little time and creativity, you can create a simple yet stunning sash for your homecoming pageant or parade.

Materials:
2 - 6” x 36” pieces of white bridal satin
72” of trim ribbon ½” to 1” thick
Iron-on letters

Tools:
Needle & thread
Double-sided fabric tape
School pin
Iron

How To Assess Your Relationship

jeneva89 — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 18:50:56 -0600

So the dreamy courtship is history, the sex is declining and there’s no such thing as hand holding. You may still be together because it’s comfortable or it’s just easier than breaking up. Well either way, it’s time to assess your relationship. With these helpful tips, you’ll be able to figure out perhaps where this is all going.

How To Survive Valentine's Day When You're Single

MissySJ276 — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:12:20 -0600

Valentine's Day. Is it a day filled with warmth and love for that special someone? Or is it, simply put, "Singles' Awareness Day"?

Yes, it's that time of year again. As you stroll down the aisles of your local store, you roll your eyes at all the heart-shaped candy boxes and giant stuffed animals that play "Wild Thing". What good is Valentine's Day if you're single, other than the fact that it reminds you that you do not have someone special to share this day with? It's bad enough that you have to help your best friend figure out what to get their boyfriend/girlfriend...but now you have stores shoving your single-ness in your face!

You may feel like throwing yourself a pity-party on Valentine's Day, but I say we singles need to take back the day! Here are some ways to help ease the pain of spending the holiday solo and turn it around into something, dare I say, fun?

How To Break Up with a Girl Before College

ghelocollado — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 12:10:23 -0600

You are going to college where lots of responsibilities await you, along with new opportunities and new girls. You may want to break up with your girlfriend because of the opportunities it will bring you, such as having no worries over your relationship with her, and the advantages of having a single life in college that will allow you to excel in your chosen field of study.

So how exactly are you going to do it?

Well, you'll have to tell her that you want to break up with her! You don't really have to do silly things so that she won't be upset with you. The most important thing is to communicate your plans to her clearly. But to make the process smoother, here are some tips:

How To Act Around Your Date's Parents

dante1707 — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 13:30:37 -0600

Whenever you have a girlfriend and the relationship is getting serious, it means that it is time to meet your date's parents. Many find that difficult to do, wondering whether their potential parents-in-law will like them or not. But it really is not that difficult to meet your date's parents. Follow these steps and they will love you.

How To Spot a Liar

JohnStejskal — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 18:06:52 -0500

The techniques bellow will show you how to tell if you are being lied to. These techniques are used by government agencies for interrogation. They can easily be utilized in relationships and in business situations. To make successful use of these indicators, it helps to know the suspect's ‘normal' body language and reactions to different situations.

How To Remove a Hickey

Becky109 — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 21:29:10 -0500

Chances are, you are frantically searching the Internet in hopes of discovering a way to remove that hickey from your neck. Lucky for you, you have come to the right place. Below are some methods for hickey removal:

Step One: Ice, ice, ice! The first thing you want to do is apply a cold compress to your love bite. A hickey is simply a bruise and like any other bruise, ice will help to reduce the swelling and control the color. Do not keep the ice or cold compress on your body for any longer than twenty (20) minutes at a time.

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How To Find Love on Campus

Stacy671 — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 05:26:12 -0500

Grown-ups will tell you that college is all about getting an education, but there are some things a book just can't teach you. Like where's the best place to meet people on campus or hot spots to go on a first date. Here you'll find quick tips to help you navigate the college dating scene.

How To Fix a Disastrous Date

Stacy671 — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 05:19:15 -0500

Imagine you're on a first date with the guy you've been crushing on for weeks. You're at the movies, sharing a bucket of popcorn, when a scary scene comes on. You jump out of your seat sending the buttery snack everywhere. Not exactly the best first impression. No worries though, there are plenty of ways to turn a dating Don't into a definite Do.

The Sitch: It's the biggest bash of the school year and the DJ is spinning a killer dance tune. Your date heads out to the floor and starts busting some moves. Unfortunately, he's not the best dancer. In fact, he looks like he's having a seizure.

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How To Stay Safe at the Prom

Stacy671 — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 05:07:27 -0500

Prom night is a big deal for most teenagers. It's not just about finding the perfect dress or snagging a hot date, though. Safety should be the first thing on your mind as you head out the door. Follow these five steps for a prom night you'll never forget.