Hey y'all! Im Erica. I'm a varsity baskettball cheerleader for Chattahoochee High. (Go Cougars!) I like starbucks, rain (acually just water in general), shopping, going to movies, hanging out with friends, strawberries, the wind, summer vacation, and traveling! :D
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Hey,
I was phone-shopping online and I noticed that you can get some phones that are 'reconditioned' and are about £20 cheaper than ordinary models. What does this 'reconditioned' mean? I assume it means it's already been owned/has been made from parts of old phones, but what exactly does it entail? Will the phone work as well? Is the price low simply because people don't want a previously used phone or will the phone be of a lower quality? Are there any big pros or cons to buying a reconditioned phone? (link)
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i have a reconditioned phone. its "reconditioned" because some guy bought it, didnt like it because the buttons were too small, and brought it back. it was still a new phone. the price is lower, which is a major pro, because somebody had bought it, didnt like it, and returned it. there isn't anything wrong with them, they just weren't what the person who originally bought it wanted.:)
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Ok.
So, tonight I was going out to eat with some friends. While getting in the car, one of them managed to slam the door on my right thumb. Hard. Impacted on the nail and sides of my thumb.
Now, I have a purple finger about 1.5 times its normal size, blood somewhat congealing under the nail, and at the cuticle on top of my thumb it hasnt stopped bleeding (it bleeds VERY slowly, about a drop every 20 min) in the last 6 hours. Its also quite stiff. Sorry for the vivid description.
Im not much for first aid, so any ideas on how I can get the swelling down and the thumb back to normal by sunday? Im going visit my girl, and I forsee this damn thumb betting in the way. (Dont ask)
Ive done ice and bandage wrapping, but anyone have any other ideas?
Now, on sunday at about 5 am Im going to be arriving in town, so it has to be quick and effective remedies. 5s to anyone who gives an idea that improves the situation.
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there's not much you can do. my friend slammed his finger in the car door middle of september and his nail fell off a few weeks ago (end of october) his finger was broken, and that may or may not be the case with you, but it sounds like it. your finger is stiff and swollen because alot of blood is in your finger and it's building up pressure. one of the few things you could've done would be go to a dr and have him cut a hole in your nail to relieve the pressure, but it may be too late by now. all you can really do now is not use it, ice it, and keep bandaging it.
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Does anyone know of any movies that have dancing in them?
I need hip hop or straight up street dancing movies.
Apart from Honey and You Got Served. (link)
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save the last dance is a good one. and maybe westside story?
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Hey I'm a guy and was just wondering about something...
I know its normal and not exactly their fault and everything, but when a girl goes through monthly stuff, what are we, the guys, supposed to do. I really don't mind it, but sometimes I feel like I need to help out my g/f with whatever the problem may be...but I can't. Should I just be there to talk and listen? That's what I've been doing so far. I mean I can't think of any good advice other than lie down, take some medicine, try to relax, and stuff like that. Should I try to help, or just stay out of the way? Is there any way I can help or no? I know I don't or ever will understand what it feels like or anything, but I'd still try to help with anything. Will rate, thanks in advance. (link)
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the best thing you can do is be nice to her. im sure you always are, and treat her well, but make sure to put a little extra effort into it during that week. it's not so much to ask for a little sympathy is it? thats the worst time of the month for girls and when we're told that we're having major pms issues...that makes us feel worse. so be extra nice, maybe do some small things for her that will mean alot to her. and the listening thing is good, to an extent but she may not want to do all the talking and would probably like it if you would talk too, even if it's about nothing, to help her take her mind off it. :)
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how old should you be before having sex. (link)
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There's no age where you can say because your this old you're ready to have sex...when you're ready, you will just know you are. however, u need to be aware of the situation and what can result from it including pregnancy and stds. you're ready when you're ready, you just have to be ready for the whole package. :)
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to all the girls out there..my hair is puffy and wavy naturally. and when i try to scrunch it, it always ends up looking bad(either too flat or to puffy). anybody out there have any ideas on how to scrunch it right?? thanx. (link)
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start with a good conditioner because if your hair is dried out, it doesnt scrunch as well. when you get out of the shower use gel or mousse and rub some evenly into your hair. then either blow-dry it using a diffuser or let it dry naturally. make sure you use enough gel/mousse because if you dont, it won't work as well. :)
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my hair isnt naturally straight..its wavy and puffy. and i use a staightener in the morning and i walk to school. by the end of 2nd period my hair is wavyish and puffyish. does anybody have and techniques on how to straighten hair so it doesnt do that?? thanx (link)
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My hair is like that too sometimes...no worries...first off, use a good moisture infusing shampoo and conditioner. i use thermasilk and it works really well. then use a leave in conditioner. i use bioterra. then get a good straightener...most ceramics are pretty good, gold plated, or ones that look like ceramic are a no-no. make sure it says ceramic. i use the vidal sassoons ceramic straightener...it gets really hot and stays hot and makes ur hair really shiny and straight. :)
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Okay, so my boyfriend and I were hanging out tonight and he kept tryin to like get into my pants, i don't mind because we've been doin that a few times and it doesn't bother me..but now i have my period and i don't want him doing that right now..what should i say to him to get him stop with out him being offended. i dont want him to think i don't want him to do anything any more..thanks (link)
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be honest. tell him your on your period. he will thank you for it. just tell him not this week and use a significant voice if you dont feel like coming out and saying it. :)
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ok i am starting to feel really, really guilty after i eat anything(even a salad or fruit).my freinds tell me i need to stop worrying and that i am stupid for feeling that. my freinds say i am gonna have a "disorder". thoughts?help?thanx.
P.S. i am 5'4" and 106.5 lbs. if it hepls any. (link)
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that feeling of guilt after eating is a symptom of an eating disorder. you shouldnt feel guilty at all because your underweight. your bmi is 18.3 and anything before 18.5 is considered underweight. so dont worry! if you are afraid of developing an eating disorder then talk to a parent, or if you don't want them to know, talk to your doctor. eating disorders are bad and can mess with your life and ruin relationships. it you can head it off early, the better off you'll be. if u need someone to talk to feel free to visit my column. :)
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My skin has so much oil on it! I cleanse my face and everything, but then it gets grosley shiny. I also have a problem with blackheads. What should I do? I feel I'd be pretty if those things were gone! HELP! (link)
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try a face cleaner with an alcohol solution in it. i use the clinique clarifying lotion 2. it works pretty well at removing blackheads and keeping my face free of oil. they have a few other clarifying lotions as well..i think it goes 1-4or5 and its not too expensive...i think it was $10 for a 13.5 fl.oz. bottle. :)
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What should you do when you have a sprained wrist? How do you get the swelling down & how long should you not move it & stuff? Any other advice that is helpful. . . (link)
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i sprained my wrist over the summer 3 times...it stinks. get an ice bag and make sure u ice it alot. but not for long periods of time at once. ice it in 20 minute shifts. and also see if you can a wrist brace (they have them at target and wal-mart and drugstors) and if you can't get one, or you mom wont let you (i dunno...but my mom wouldnt get me one) you can use a rollerblading wrist guard, get the guard for the opposite hand (like if you sprained ur left wrist, get the right wrist guard) and take out the hard part that sticks out. then put it on your wrist and there should be a small support thing right there where the velcro is.
get better soon! :)
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my friends' mother isn't the nicest person in the world, she's verbally abusive and just slapped her across the face..now my friend is considering running away and i think she's overreacting..but i really don't know. is she overreacting? what should i say to convince her to stay? ..or what? (link)
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shes not over reacting...put yourself in her shoes, if you mom was physically and verbally abusing you wouldn't you want to run? don't question your friend, or try to get her to change her mind. just give her a safe place to run to...like your house, or another friends house and just dont have her tell her mom where she is. :)
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i am not sure sure how u cook a damn shrimp!! i tried frying it but the house caught on fire and i just stole a laptop from my grandma and wanted to ask you. so if u could really answer this question for me that would be really good
thank you
anynomous. (link)
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fill a big pot half full with water, or 3/4 full depending how much shrimp your cooking and how big the pot is. put the shrimp in there and they should could in about 5 minutes. you can tell when they're cooked because most of them will float up to the top. :)
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Do you think if I cut out all sodas would I lose about 5-7 lbs in 2 weeks? I usually drink about 1-2 sodas a day, but I am not overweight or anything I am 5'5 and 110 lbs. I would just like to lose about 5 lbs or so. Also I hear people say to even cut diet soda out? I thought diet soda was okay to drink b/c it has no calories, how could I benefit from not drinking diet either? (link)
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diet sodas cut calories, but they have an ingredient that make you retain sugars or something so it actually stimulates weight gain. its just diet soda because it has a sugar substitute instead of sugar. im not sure if you could loose 5-7 in 2 weeks, but you would def. loose weight by cutting out sodas and also alot of juices. stick to water, specially with lemon juice in it. (the lemon juice will speed up your metabolism) good luck. :)
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I sing in church and at school and I have been working at the Haunted Graveyard, for thoes of you who dont know what that is, its like a haunted house where you scare people, anyways, It has made my throat sore and unable to sing, or get my voice back to how it normally is. Does anybody know how I could heal this and get it back to normal? last year it took almost a full year to get my voice back to normal. But if you people know anything I could use or do to get my voice back where i can sing and talk like i normally do It would be greatly appreciated! And i have already tried coughdrops, so anything else, unless you know of a cough drop that really works, but please tell me what brands and types of stuff you are talking about..THANKS!!! (link)
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try swallowing a spoonful, or so, of honey. it soothes your throat by coating it and you should have your voice back reletively soon. :)
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yesterday there was a trojan going around through aim that if you got it it would send it to everyone on your buddy list with the im saying 'how do i look' with a link and i clicked the link and now i have the trojan. i then ran a spy sweeper sweep and it found traces that it removed but the trojan is still there, i can see it on windows task mangager. i also know what the file is and where it is so i deleted the floder but it keeps reappearing and i even searched the folder with spy sweeper and it came up empty but i kno thats it because spy sweeper keeps saything theres two new threats and when i click details i get the location but it wont go away. i also cleaned out my internet files but nothing is helping so will someone please tell me what to do?? please dont say call a person. (link)
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I got that virus last year, and my dad had to wipe my hard drive and rebuild it...so i dunno. talk to your parents, im sure they'll know what to do, or know someone who will know what to do.
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You know how most girls like dating guys that are older than them. Some girls at my school like dating younger guys. And I was just wondering how many years apart do you think is 'too old' or 'too young' to date?
-13/f if your wondering
-Sorry I didn't know what to put this under. (link)
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in high school usually one year older or younger is a safe limit. or one grade level. it gets a little weird when freshmen are dating juniors or seniors. :)
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I think I am heading 2 anorexia. I don't eat normal at school. I skip meals from 8 hours a day and I feel real week. And when I think about eating I get sick to my stomiac. I am only 13 but I am really upsessed with my weight. I only eat about 3-4 things a day. I need help. Thanks and No smartasses Please. (link)
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Talk to a parent or someone who can help. Anorexia is really dangerous...get out while you can because once you get into it full swing it is really hard to change the habits of not eating. Ask your mom to buy lowfat snacks and try to eat healthy food. Also, try things like drinking green tea or lemon juice because that'll speed up your metabolism so you can eat normally but still loose weight. also...4-5 smalls meals instead of 3 big meals. and even if your not eating alot, make sure u eat breakfast and if you do it'll be easier to eat later in the day because eating breakfast also jump starts your metabolism. get help ok hun? :)
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ok iv been going out w/ this guy for a month and a few weeks ill call him jim well my neighbor ill call him bob comes over sometimes not very much now that im going out w/ jim bob comes over like 1 or twice a month me and bob have done stuff in the past cuz he kept on preasuring me until i say yes i make up excuses but they never work we had like a no strings attatched thing going on though and im afraid im gonna cheat on jim w/ bob cuz like its hard for me to say no and bob is always preasuring me to do stuff w/ him what r some good ways to say no to bob!! (link)
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The best way is to stay out of situations where you may feel pressure to hook up with "bob" like if he askes if you want to hang out, tell him you have other plans, but then try to make other plans with a friend or with "jim" and also don't do anything that would make him think you like him, or like hooking up with him. :)
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okay i need to know some songs that are really good to "freak" to. ya knoww like shake your butt music. anything besides GET LOW. Something they might play at your school dances that get everyone going crazy! thanks.
again ill give a 5 to anyone who attempts to name at least 3. (link)
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Don't cha -pussy cat dolls
My humps- Black eyed peas
Girlfight- Brooke Valentine
Don't phunk(mess) with my heart- Black eyed peas.
these were some played at my homecoming this year. :)
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