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My name is Darby. I'm seventeen years old. Feel free to e-mail or message me with any question. My e-mail is yo.darbyjay@live.com I will answer anything to the best of my ability. I decided to join this site because I love giving advice and have been told that I'm good at it. I get on every day. Usually a few times. You can also add me on AIM: OiScumPunk@aim.com.

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I have the worst periods! It's terribly heavy. I even use the heaviest products but still end up having to change out every 10 minutes. And my periods last soo long. It's very frustrating because it interferes with so much. Anyways, after talking to my mom about it she made me an appointment tomorrow to see the female doctor at my family dr's office. We're gonna go talk to her about some different types of birth control to hopefully help. Note: I'm only getting bc pills for strictly period purposes only. Not for pregnancy prevention, I'm a virgin.

~~ But I was wondering - is the appointment just full of questions? Or is their an actual exam of your body? I just wanted to know, so I could kind of be prepared. I know if you go to an actual gyno then there's most likely a full exam. But I'm just going to my family doctor to hopefully get a bc perscription or something like that. So I just wanted to know. Maybe if any of you girls have been to your family dr for this, what the appt was like?

Thanks Y'all =) Appreciate your help!
If you can answer tonight, that'd be great!

There definitely should be no physical exam during the appointment. The doctor will most likely just ask you about your periods, and you'll just tell her that they're too heavy and last too long. If she wants you to get a physical exam done, that will probably be a separate appointment with a gynecologist.

Hope this helps(:

Darby

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im 15/f and i have a crush on my bffs brother. hes cute (well to me at least) really good at sports, funny, and most of thetime immature but in a funny way. sometimes we would stare at eachothe for a little bit, but that is totally not a clue at all. he doesnt talk to that many girls and has never had a girlfriend before (i havent ever had a boyfriend before either) but he is totally not gay. he ignores the girls at schooln and only talks to the guys. when i go home with my bff he is always making rude comments about me. i mean ALWAYS! like he will call me a man or pot smoker (even tho i dont and would never do anything bad) you know just stuff to get on my nerves.(ps: i dont look like a man or anything like that hes just always really mean) idk why i like him, its just something that makes me want to be with him.i want to know why he is so mean. i wont even be doing anything to him and he'll say stuff like that out of the blue.. PS AGAIN: Its not just him that does it, its all of his couins too, seriously im like part of the family. Help please?

Maybe the answer to your post is at the end of your post. You said that you're 'like part of the family.' I know my brothers and cousins tease me alll the time. There is a chance that he is being mean to you in a joking way because he likes you. Or he could just be comfortable enough to joke with you because you're so close to his family.

Hope this helps,
Darby

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This article is about how i feel on my mom and her textmate, almost in a relatioship. I am from the philippines, and i am 14 years old. August 21. 2006, my dad died because of Asthma. It was the most terrible thing in my life. I amost cannot sleep because of loosing the best person in my and my family's life. It was a very tragic moment.

And now, all i want to say, is that my mom has this textmate, and she is really, really secretive about it. They really just started out as friends, but now i can hear them saying stuff like "i love you" and that guy is saying like "thiking of you, not just today, but always." It really hurts my feelings, and it hurts so much because i know that my dad is the best dad there ever is to me. He never did anything mean or offensive to me. He doesn't freak out when i fail in my math grades. And now, my mom is just going to replace him with some law manager with my dad? Do you realize just how much that hurts? Especially when my da has done everything special and everything that he always dreamed of wanting - not only for himself, but for the entire family. He never got mad at me, and he is always in my side when it comes to disputes between me and my mom. But that doesn't matter, beause it really hurts when you lost a very great person in your life, and no you mke it worse by ot even metioning hi name anyore, or worse, even replacing hi which you know can be my father physically, but not my father, angel & best friend at the same time.

I have inherited a thousand stuff from my real father - my attitude, and my appearance. I look nothing like my mom except for my teeth, skin tone and my hair length. My mom considers all of these traits and apperances i have inherited from my fathr as negative ad non-important things. I am not forcing her that she should praise it, but at least just give importance to it, because it is my dad's trait, and it is the only thing that gives a last reminder on the greatet person in my family's lives. But when it comes to her text mate's characteristics, it is her 24-7 topic. "he is 5'11 feet tall! he's from london! he has green eyes! he has brown hair! he's a lawyer! he works in birmingham!" that is what my mom will never stop saying, which is rather annoying because she never gives importance to my real dad anymore.

If only you were in my house, it will really drive you nuts. For example, i wake up in the morning. I get out of my room and go visit my mom. When i visit my mom in her room, i just see he lying down, texting with her celphone. She didn't notice me. She looked at me, went to her computer and opened her email account (the one she uses for her chatmate only) and read this email with red and black text. She ignored me. I can't help it, so i said "mom-" "ok, just a second ok?" she said before i can finish what i was going to te her, in a sort of a "none of your business" tone. So i ran out of her room, and i slammed the door. Ever since her textmate came into her life i was like a piece of dirt on the floor.

I am a 14 year old with a lonely heart, just because the only parent left to take care of me is now focusing her priority to a ritish freak instead of her own daughter. So please, i need your help.

First of all, I'm very sorry for your loss. I can only imagine what that would be like and it is completely reasonable for you to be hurt by this.

Your mother lost her husband, the same way you lost your father. It is likely very difficult for her to deal with. By getting this text buddy, she is probably reaching out and feeling lonely. Since it is a long distance relationship and they only text, she may be using this guy as a stepladder to recovery from the loss of a great loved one. As far as her not giving positive attention to the things you have inherited from your father, it is probably painful for her to look at you and see her late husband.
I think you should try to sit your mother down and really talk to her about this text buddy. Make sure she's paying attention. Tell her how you feel. Tell her that you're lonely and that you feel like she's trying to replace your father. I am certain she will be able to explain to you that those are not her intentions. She will be able to tell you how she feels and why she is doing what she's doing.
Good luck

Message or e-mail me if you have any further questions

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17/f - myself
17/m - my boyfriend

My boyfriend believes he is in love with me. He thinks I have changed his life and he would never be the same without me. He has a history of depression. Before we break up (probably in a few months) I would like to show him we can both benefit from having been in a relationship and that when it ends, it doesn't have to be devastating. Is it possible to change his view on the situation?

Why are you two going to break up in a few months?
Well, regardless, try to point out the things you have learned and how the relationship has benefited you both. Let him know that you can still be friends and talk as often as possible. Until then, start trying to distance yourself little by little so that the breakup sort of fades in instead of coming up suddenly. If he is sure of the break up ahead of time, your only task will be showing to him what good things have happened and that relationships in the future can work the same way for both of you.

Hope this helps.
If you have any more questions e-mail or message me(:

-Darby

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my boyfriend just broke up with me because he didn't want relationship stress but told me he wanted to be my best friend but it would take some time obviously for me to get over him. my prom is in 2 weeks and i have this friend that doesn't have a date. he's a really fun guy and id have fun with him but im worried ill ruin his night because i won't stop thinking about my ex boyfriend during slow songs and stuff. my ex boyfriend said he would still go with me and i still hope for that small chance he'll fall for me again and realize he made a mistake of breaking up with me...who do you think i should bring?

I think you should bring your ex boyfriend. It's not fair for the other boy to get your attention stolen from him by someone that you're not with. Let him find someone who will think of only him on prom night. As long as your ex is still up to it, take him. Don't get your hopes too high that he will want to date again though. You don't want to be too disappointed. Just go as friends and try your best to give him a little bit of space and time to think about things.

Hope this helps.
If you have any more questions, e-mail or message me(:

-Darby

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14/f

I have three beauty marks on my face, like an inch under my eye. They REALLY bother me..ugh. I'm really self conscious about them and they just mess up the symmetry of my face. But the thing is, they're not just regular beauty marks. They're more like moles but very small because I can actually feel them, they pop out sort of. So could I use that Freeze-Off stuff at the pharmacy to get rid of them? Or do I need to get them laser removed by a dermatologist? Help!!

Definitely don't use Freeze-Off. If they bother you, talk to your dermatologist about removal.


-Darby

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Does this mean anything started bleeding Friday 24th stopped bleeding today the color is brown with red blood? It can't be my period a period lasts 5days...

It might start up heavier today or tomorrow. Sometimes my period slows down or stops for half a day to a day, then starts back up heavy again for a few days.

Hope this helps,
Darby

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I am a female college student, and I've been keeping my hair long because I am majoring in theatre, and I assume it's the best thing for acting in plays. However, I've always loved having my hair short. It's the most flattering way I could wear my hair, and I love that it's easier to fix. Plus my hair is really frizzy, so when it's long it's really tough to manage. It isn't as if I want to be a professional actor, but I might want to go to grad school in the future for a master's degree. I'm a junior right now. As superficial as it sounds, I feel like cute short haircuts are like a signature for me and I feel like a part of my personality is missing. On the other hand, I like the versatility that long hair gives me as far as acting goes. Should I cut my hair?

It sounds like you really rather prefer short hair on yourself. Longer hair may be more versatile, but if you think that short hair flatters you most, get it cut. You can always just grow it back.

Hope this helps,
Darby

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Does anyone know any good movie sites online, where I can watch full movies for free? Or T.V. shows?
Thanks.

I use this site to watch movies: http://www.watch-movies-links.net/



Hope this helps,
Darby(:

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How do i get rid of a hickey? If i dont do anything to it, about how long will it take to go away? thanks.

Apply ice and try covering it up with makeup. It shouldn't stay longer than a week.

Hope this helps,
Darby

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i have a best friend. she is always there for me and i trust her with everything. i often hang out with her alot. She is fun sometimes and a copy cat the next. she is always wanting to get the same things i want and crushes on the same guys i like. i try to be a unique person but, i cant when she gets everything i get. how do i deal with her?

While it is flattering when someone likes your stuff enough to copy it, it can also be very irritating. You should try to talk to your friend the next time she crushes on a guy you like or does something similar to that. Don't be immature or irrational about it. Just passively mention it so that she won't feel as though she's being attacked. If she feels like you're accusing her of something, she will quickly get defensive and it could lead into a big fight. Try to make it as casual as possible. Maybe tell her about someone you know has a crush on her, or tell her what a cute couple her and (insert name here) would make.

Hope this helps
Message or E-mail me if you have any further questions.
-Darby

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13/m
ok so i kinda had a monobrow but it wasnt too noticeable but i plucked it to get rid of it but it just started getting more and more hair there so is there a way i can bleach it or something so it doesnt show anymore?
thanks

Bleaching it probably won't completely eliminate it's visibility. Try getting it waxed, as that lasts longer than plucking.

Hope this helps
-Darby

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I like a dude, and I'm a nerd. (He knows I like him by the way.) How do I get the guy to notice and/or like me? Thanks. :)

Find out what types of things he's into. What he likes to do and whatnot. Then talk to him about these things. Hopefully this will create a good conversation. Ask questions about music, movies, and other things that most people are interested in. If things go well, see if he wants to go see a movie or do something fun. Perhaps with a group at first, then if things go well, by yourselves.

Hope this helps.
E-mail or message me if you have any more questions(:

Darby

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What are some funny ways to evade a question you really don't want to answer when all eyes are on you?

Haha, funny question. I tend to this often. I usually just say something quietly and quickly and when someone asks what I just said, I'll say "What? Huh?" It annoys people pretty severely.
Or I'll just say something completely unrelated and dodge the question all together.
Or start off like you're going to answer the question properly, then veer off right in the middle and say something that is somewhat unrelated that brings up a different topic.
There are a lot of things you can do to evade questions XD

Hope this helps,
Darby

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so i just started texting this guy in my school, we have been in the same school for 3 years but never really talk and he got my number from my friend. so we texted for 4 days straight, just getting to know each other and then one night we were playing truth and he asked me who i like, and i truthfully i have a lil crush on him .. so i was like no one really , i liek this one guy a bit. and hes like who is the guy and i told him it was me and i was like who do you like . he responded by saying this other girl and he told me he kinda likes me. so we have school tomorow, hes not in my class but i see him in the hallway alot . so my queestion is do i go up and talk to him or just smile .. orr...?? and what do i talk about it if i do talk to him? because we both know that we like each other..so it will be awkward.

I would just make eye contact and smile at him quickly, then go with the flow. He may just smile back and keep walking, or he might stop and talk to you. Just try to be friendly by smiling at him first, then let the ball be in his court.

Hope this helps,
Darby

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Hi!! ( I don't think this is in the right category sorry!!)

Okay, Friday my friend Taylor and I called one of my guy friends.. ( I really like him but he said he only liked me as a friend)and he answered he was teasing us and everything. Well, my friend asked him if he wanted to get in my pants. Well he said he only wanted to get in his girl friends pants...and well he just broke up with his last girl friend a few weeks ago and I didn't think he was over her yet.( my friend thinks he likes me now)..well my friend asked him who...and he kept avoiding the question and started to talk about something new. Well I jokingly said " Your a pretty pony"!!, and he said " Guess what"? " I don't like you, and I will never like you". When he said that it really hurt my feelings. My friend say's he was joking and he really does like me because he's always staring at me and he's always checking out my chest, and down there place. Oh, and also my other friend Missy told him to stop checking out my vagina and he said no I'm a man whore. Well... after that my friend kept calling him and saying my boy friend was gonna beat him up ( I don't have one though ) One time when we were talking to them we heard them talking about taking a bath so I asked him if he was gay for his friend andy...I was joking!! Well the next day I asked him what was up, and why was he so silly last night. Well he told me to F*** off and he said he wasn't dealing with voice mails like that. I told him off and well... both me and Taylor called him and left a message apologizing. Well he hasn't replied.... so what do you people think?? My friend said he was probably jealous when I was talking about my "boy friend"...and he was probably mad when I said they were gay for each other. So, what I'm worried about is if he will forgive me...this happend before and he forgived me but he said this is the last time he will forgive me...but it was my friends idea not mine and I told him that but he doesn't care. Oh, and do you think he likes me?? Please help me out!! Don't be rude and I'll rate fairly.
Sorry it's so LONG!!

To be honest, it sounds like this guy is playing games. He even said he was a man whore. Even if he was joking, there's always some truth behind every joke. And the comment about not liking you and never liking you? So lame. I wouldn't believe your friend who says he's into you. As much as you might want him to be and she might him to be, she isn't him. She doesn't know what he's thinking or how he feels. If he really likes you, you'll know. He'll let you know and it won't even be something that could be questioned. If I were you, I would be ready to move on.
Hope this helps.
If you have any more questions, feel free to e-mail or message me(:

Darby

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Is there any effects of getting fingered alot? Is it harmful? I'm always so paranoid about this stuff and My boyfriend tends to do it alot, i just hope its not like going to hurt anything or effect anything for the future.

Getting fingered often isn't going to hurt you. Remember, a lot of guys masturbate every day. As long as the fingering isn't insanely wild and rough ALL the time, it won't have any negative effects.

Hope this helps.(:
If you have any more questions, feel free to message or e-mail me.

-Darby

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On the Target application it says I have to have the ability to start within 60 days, but I can start within like 70 days....what do i do? I really want to apply asap beacuse i know the spots will be taken if i wait 10 days!!!!!!!!
and its online, i cant write a note or anything. i want to just say YES start here (60 days from now) when it says that, and then when i get an interview (assuming thats what happens after an application) ask if i can start within 70 days because i still have school + my aunt is visiting and we're going on a road trip? or something just HELP.

16/f fyi, if anyone remotely my age who can answer this and some more job related questions has aim thatd be fab

I am seventeen years old and will be happy to answer this question and any others you have. Just message or e-mail me.(:
As far as this application goes, definitely fill it out ASAP! Jobs are going so quickly right now. Once you get to the interview, they will probably ask when you can start. Tell them when you can start BEFORE you point out that it is ten days later than the application asked. They may not even notice.
If they do notice, just explain that after the 70 days you will be out of school and able to work any hours offered (or whatever works with your schedule)
Good luck!

Hope this helps,

Darby

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18-female.
well me and this guy (ben) have been friends for about five years now. i've always had a thing for him, but thats another story. well if i text him he will always text back. BUT last night, i slept at my brothers house with his friend (whose like my second brother) and this morning i guess they took my phone when i fell asleep and was texting him but he never said anything back. i was so mad at them and so i texted ben today and was like what the hell did my brothers say to you. tell me now. and he didnt say anything back either? i'm a little sad. i dont know whats up with him. he's never NOT texted me back. now maybe he thinks it was actually me who "pretended" to be my brothers because he saw me leave my cousins at like 12:30 last night and knows my curfew is 12:30 but my parents let me go to my brothers to watch movies and stuff after. i hope he doesnt think it was me the whole time, i would feel dumb. i dont know what i should do :( i cant belive my brothers did this! and i really want to talk to ben, but i dont know why hes not texting me. it's not like him at all. obviously i'm not going to keep texting him because that would just be annoying. it's freaking me out though, and making me really sad.

If he hasn't answered and he always does, he probably doesn't have his phone. Maybe it died, it broke, or his parents took it away. If I were you, I would call him. That way you can tell if he doesn't have his phone(it will go to his voicemail) and if he does answer, you can explain what happened. Since Ben has been your friend for five years, there's no way he's going to be that upset, no matter what your brothers said to him. He's not going to cut off ties like that, especially once you explain. Hope everything works out and that this response helps:D
Need anything else, just message me

-Darby

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how do you get songs from youtube on to itunes?

You can't get songs straight from youtube onto itunes. Although it would be nice, right? You have to download them from itunes, unfortunately.

Hope this helps(:
-Darby

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