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You have many options here: It's well known that regular physical activity helps reduce the cramping in some women, so there's an idea. You could also try taking a warm bath and using aromatherapy. Applying a heating pad on your lower abdomen or back should do wonders. If you don't have a heating pad, you can make one by simply filling a sock with rice and heating it in the microwave for a few minutes [must sound silly, but if the cramps get bad enough, it just might be worth it]. Also, many women start taking pills around the clock from the time their cycle starts, until it ends. And in case you change your mind on the medicine thing, any pain killer will do. I reccommend Ibuprofen, Extra Strength Advil or Midol -- it's also best to take medication will a meal, that way the risk of stomach discomfort is slimmed. [:

♥[?]♥ I am a 14/f and I would really like to start babysitting. How can I find people with kids though who are in need of a babysitter?

Posting notices on grocery store bulletin boards would be a terrific way to get your name out there. Also, since a majority of folks are turning to the internet for everything these days, you might also be interested in checking out http://www.sitters.com

♥[?]♥ I want to get a job at Starbucks but don't know where to start. I am 16 and I printed out the application. Do I have to have previous experience? It's a catch-22, isn't it?

Also, any tips if you've previously worked for them?

I have never worked for them, so there's not much I can offer there. Some columnists below claim to have been declined due to age, and that may be. However, I know more than a few people who have held their first job at Starbucks at the age of sixteen. The website even says sixteen is the hiring age.

"What is the minimum age requirement to work at Starbucks?
You must be at least 16 years old to be eligible for employment at Starbucks. If you have questions about employment eligibility, please consult a store manager."

http://www.starbucks.com/customer/faq_qanda.asp?name=jobs

♥[?]♥ what are some ways to get an amazing orgasm without the use of another person or a vibrator? p.s-im a girl. = )

♥[?]♥ My sister just had a baby and he husband's last name is Wood. Well, my sister has always wanted to name her daughter "Holly". So we just need a few HONEST opinions here.

Do you find it tacky to have a girl named "Holly Wood?"

In all honesty, I wouldn't be thrilled if my name were Holly Wood. =/

♥[?]♥ Can you please tell me how old you were when you went on your first date, and the first time you made out??

Twelve, for both. (=

♥[?]♥ heres a simple question, am i weird? i am 13 and i like old songs like by the 4 seasons and i have them on my ipod and stuff. and also ALOT of other oldies or old songs. not just oldies, like stuff from 80's and 70's. and i loved the jersey boys musical. i dont think of myself as a geek. i also love new songs but i love old songs just as much, am i a little.. odd?

That's not "odd", at all. I'm seventeen, and I've preferred the 1940's and 1950's music since I was a young baby. (= It's just a personal preference, nothing abnormal.

♥[?]♥ ok...so for some reason, iconator.com doesnt work on my computer.

does anyone know of any other sites that will have really good icons?? because i really want a new AIM icon for my sn

& please don't say google or whatever.

please & thank you!

http://www.mytheme.com

♥[?]♥ Okk. is a honda considered a "cute" car? cause i think there cute and very reliable...and im really not sure which one to get the accord. or the civic. and then theres all sorts of types..hybrid coupe sedan etc. anyone know a car that would be good for a 16 year old. my mom is gonna sign for me to get a car cause she believes i can make the payments for it and now i dont know what to get!?!? help please. i think i like the accords but im not sure..

I think it all depends on the year. If we're talking 2004+, I like the Honda Accord. Anything below that, I'm all about the Honda Civic. Really, though, I've always thought both were "cute"! (:

♥[?]♥ there is this song and i don't know the title to it, but it's a really good song! anyone know it???

some lyrics are

life's like an hourglass glued to a table

just breathe

i'll rate 5s!!

You might want to try this next time you have a similiar question. It's much quicker and easier.

♥[?]♥ well me and my friend where arguing which name is hotter, better (don't ask me why)
so i want you guyzz opinon so we can finally settle this whole thing. which name is hotter amy or pam..why? thanxx a bunch will rate high

Pam is not "hot". Amy is "hot".

♥[?]♥ My girl friend, Trish, is so beautiful and I love her so much.
The problem is people say that she is ugly, & I don't think that at all.
I was just wondering if I could get all of your honest opinions. Do ya'll think she is ugly?

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c54/TriciaxxxAnn/newhair.jpg

I'll rate 5s for all answers.

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
And there is nothing wrong with her.(=

♥[?]♥ Hey, im nicole 14 almost turning 15 come august. And i really have no idea what i wanna do for my bday. Last year i did lake compouce which is a theme park wit like rollar coasters and stuff if any of you dont know that. And so about 2 months ago i became a promoter at a club.. and i was thinking that for my bday party, renting it out and stuff for a night. but i really think thats more sweet sixteen and i wanna save that for my 16th bday. cause if i do it this year then do it again next year it wont be anything special come sweet sixteen. so anyways does anyone have any ideas for like things to do or places to go for a 15 year old bday party with about maybe 10 people;guys&gurls.

if you do that would be great :)

Thanks, Nicole.

Lake Compounce? Here in Bristol, Connecticut? :D I've never been there, but suposedly that scene is some true fun.

Other than that, how about the movies? Park? Bowling? Zoo? Laserquest? The club idea sounds like great fun, but I do think it would make for a better sweet sixteenth bash. So why not keep it at home this year? That doesn't mean it has to be dull, just a little bit cheaper. You could rent some movies, pig out on junk food, do make overs, camp out in the backyard, go swimming [if you have a pool, that is] put on a fashion show, sing karaoke and play group games; such as Twister and Trivia Pursuit. You really do have many options, if you get creative.

Or what you could do is make it a themed party. Such as, a mini rave [minus the drugs ;D] Or how about making it like a little ballroom dance kind of thing? Or how about a laua? Is any of that possible?

Also, you neglected to state about how many people will be present, so I'm not exactly sure what to run on here. However, if there's only going to be a few people in attendance, how about going to a resort spa for a few hours? I'm not for certain on the price of that, but could get your finger nails and toe nails done, get soothing facials, a tan, receive a foot and body massage and so on. If you keep you number of guests to a minimum, perhaps you might be able to work things out. (=

♥[?]♥ Like what would be you myspace "id" is it your email adrress you use??? or what?

This will help you:
http://www.myspacetoolbox.com/myspace-friend-id.php

♥[?]♥ Does anyone know what the song is playing in the backround in parent trap when their camping and maredith is going to bed?

There is Parent Trap 1 and Parent Trap 2, and then the first Parent Trap had a remake starring Lindsay Lohan. Which one are you questioning? Since I don't have that information, I can't directly supply you an answer. The best I can do is link you to a website where you can listen to a free 30 second sound clip of the entire Parent Trap 1 soundtrack, starring Lindsay Lohan.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000009CH0/sr=8-1/qid=1149651348/ref=pd_bbs_1/002-6292015-7179217?%5Fencoding=UTF8

♥[?]♥ Doesn anyone know any great sites for quotes? * preferrably love ones *

Try this:
- http://www.wisdomquotes.com/
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=xx____qu0tezz
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=x_emo_quotes_x
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=quotes_4_yeew
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=flip_x_flop_quotesz
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=SiMpLe_SwEeTqUoTeS
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=love_quotzx3
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=SO_CUTE_CWOTES
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=AwesomeQuotesx
- http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/popular.html

♥[?]♥ is it true guys think its hot when girls kiss/ make out?

That's hard to say, because it all depends on the specific individual. There are probably a great deal of males who enjoy the thought of two girls being intimiate with one another, but others couldn't disagree more. The man I'm into couldn't be more turned off and offended by it, so it's all hard to say.

♥[?]♥ What are some web-sites that I can go to to get cute quotes?

Try these:
- http://www.wisdomquotes.com/
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=xx____qu0tezz
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=x_emo_quotes_x
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=quotes_4_yeew
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=flip_x_flop_quotesz
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=SiMpLe_SwEeTqUoTeS
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=love_quotzx3
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=SO_CUTE_CWOTES
- http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=AwesomeQuotesx
- http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/popular.html

♥[?]♥ hey i was tlkin to my friend on aim last night and he said klk wat the heck does that mean? lol thnx

She might have just made a typo. I'm sure she mean "LOL" (laugh out loud). If you notice the placement of both key combinations, they're right next to each other. Common mistake.

♥[?]♥ What is foreplay?

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