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ok i turning 13 this year and i am really tall(5'5) I weigh about 20lbs over what i am so puppose to weigh...i have tried almost every diet (weight watchers jenny craig south beach ect.) and this year i want to look good. So what are some eating habbits or deits can i use to lose weight???
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You may not really be 20 lbs. overweight. Charts can be a helpful guide, but they only show averages - they can't take your bone structure into account, for example. So this may not be accurate, but according to a chart I just checked at ( http://kidshealth.org/teen/question/dieting/weight_height.html ), your "normal" weight range is 93 to 137 pounds. I'll bet you're within that range, but if you're not, don't panic.
To diet at this age is probably not a good idea. Right now your body and brain are still growing and developing at a rapid rate, and if you cut back too much on food, you could cause long-term harm. Instead, try to eat a more healthy diet. Replace soft drinks with water; a slice of lemon in icewater is really refreshing. Eat more vegetables, as many different kinds as you can, and fruits. Get exercise - cardiovascular exercise such as walking, biking, swimming, or running is best, although there are great cardiovascular machines at most gyms. Some weight lifting will help you to tone and shape your body, and that's fine too, as long as you don't go overboard.
If you're absolutely DETERMINED to diet, talk to your doctor first. She or he can tell you how to do it safely.
Most of all, relax. Get plenty of sleep and try not to worry about things too much. You're going to be fine.
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Im going to the doctor at 1 oclock estern time and im scared that going to look down my pants or under my bra..........I know it sounds dumb but can any one tell me what to say to the doctor to tell her not to maybe she can ask questions instead of looking. Im a very self concious person and I will walk out of there if She has to but please tell what tosay and hurry!!!!! (link)
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Doctors are trained to look at patients in a non-judgemental way. They need to be able to look at you, of course; telling her about yourself isn't the same as letting her actually see you.
That's because you don't have medical training, so you wouldn't be able to recognize what's necessarily important for a doctor to know.
For example, if you have Lyme's Disease, there would probably be a flushed circular area on your chest. It might not be very red, and you might not have noticed it - you might think it was just a sunburn, or nothing at all. But your doctor would know that you needed to get a blood test for Lyme's Disease.
Now, the chances are good that your doctor won't need you to take off all of your clothes. But it's possible. And it will CERTAINLY be necessary in the future. So it's important to try to find a way to let the doctor look at you naked without feeling too embarrassed.
This is a matter of your health, so it would be a really bad idea to walk out.
By the way, if they DO need to see under your bra or panties, most doctors will let you take off your clothes in privacy, and leave you a backwards robe (maybe a paper one) to put on.
When they come in, they'll ask you to move the robe from the places they need to see.
Talk to your doctor when the examination starts. Tell her that you're nervous and self-conscious. I'm sure she'll do her best to make you feel comfortable. I can promise you that she has had many other young patients (and not-so-young ones) who've felt that way, too.
And remember, everyone is a little embarrassed about their bodies sometime. We've all felt that one feature or another of our bodies was odd, or strange, or something we didn't want other people to see or know about. But in almost every case, nobody else is likely to notice or care. When you're a teen, things look huge to you; a pimple is an enormous, horrible blemish. You feel as if people will stare, and point, and scream.
But your body is almost certainly totally normal, and your doctor has seen thousands of people naked. This is her job. She won't have any more feelings about seeing you naked than a veterinarian would have about seeing naked cats and dogs. :D
Really, don't worry. You're going to be fine. Just talk to your doctor, and do your best to relax.
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My vagina itches realy bad! not inside, but outside if you know what i mean. There's also a little red striaght line from where my vagina starts. Its about half inch long. I havent got my first period yet, does that have anything to do with this? Please tell me what this is and what i should do. (link)
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It's probably a yeast infection, but it would be better to be sure. See your doctor or OB/GYN.
And don't worry - yeast infections are very common. Even men can get them.
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i have been trying for a baby for 3 years now and still nothing has happend. i have had a misscarriage last xmas would that be the problem. (link)
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The first step is to check with your doctor. Many couples have difficulty conceiving, but effective medical help is available.
One miscarriage does not mean that you will have others. And it does indicate that you are at least ABLE to conceive - you can't be completely infertile.
Your doctor will be able to give you more information. He or she will probably send you to a fertility specialist, and possibly a genetic specialist as well.
Good luck!
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i am just wondering on where i should go for a body check up for trying for a baby (link)
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Start with your primary care physician, assuming you have one. You can also check with your OB/GYN. You'll be seeing your OB/GYN a lot during pregnancy. :D
Your doctor may also decide to send you to a genetic specialist, possibly.
If you don't have a primary care physician, you should be able to get the same service from a local clinic or family planning center.
Here's a link to the Planned Parenthood website:
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/pp2/portal/
They can help you find a family planning center in your neighborhood.
I wish you the best of luck. There's nothing more wonderful than having a baby - and I should know! :D
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I am 8 weeks pregnant I have very sever pain in the left buttock . I had used Voilinil gel and other ointment but nothing effect me. And I am also regularly taking coffee two times is it harmful during pregnancy. Please advice. (link)
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Coffee and caffeine in all forms (including tea and soft drinks) should be avoided during pregnancy. However, two cups of coffee should not have caused any harm at this stage.
I suggest you switch to decaf for the duration of the pregnancy, or avoid coffee altogether - even decaf has *some* caffeine. Almost anything you drink or eat will be quickly passed on to your baby, so it's important to think carefully about anything you put in your mouth.
That particularly applies to medications, by the way, including common headache and cold medicines. You should check with your OB/GYN to see what medications are safe for you.
And I should mention that if you plan to breastfeed your baby, you'll need to continue to restrict your intake of caffeine and watch what medications you take after the birth. Even garlic (in excessive amounts) can be passed through breast milk and upset your baby's stomach. Amazing, isn't it?
I'm sure I don't need to tell you this, but alcohol and smoking are out of the question. In any case, talk frequently with your OB/GYN and make sure to take prenatal vitamins.
As for the pain in your buttock, it's very likely to be back pain. Almost all women experience back pain of some sort during pregnancy - that's a natural result of the changes your body is going through.
At eight weeks this *does* seem a little early, but hormones are already adjusting your system, making your joints less stable so that your pelvis can spread. So it's not at all surprising that you're experiencing some pain.
Again, you should always check with your OB/GYN (particularly for medication to help with the pain), but there are some exercises that you can do which may help. Here's a link that you may find useful:
http://www.spine-health.com/topics/conserv/preg/preg01.html
You may also want to try sleeping in a semi-reclining position later on, if the discomfort increases.
I wish you an easy pregnancy, a safe delivery, and a healthy and beautiful baby. Good luck!
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Sorry this is such a long question but I need help:
Ok my grandma died in April but why am I still crying about her? Every little thing about her makes me cry. None of my family members are crying anymore. She has been close to all of us and will always be dear to my heart. She came in her little cart because she couldn't walk just to see my sister play a softball game. She died so suddnely. She died at a Grizzlies game and that was the best place for her to die. How do I stop crying and thinking about her everytime I hear her name or think about her?
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Your grandmother loved you, and you love her. That's why you still cry. You'll miss her and love her for the rest of your life. Oh, after a while you won't cry as often, maybe not at all...but you'll still miss her as much as ever.
Death's an awfully hard thing. We all deal with it as best we can. But it still hurts.
Give it time, and the pain will be less sharp. But it will always feel strange, sometimes, that she's not there to talk to or to hug.
I'm sure she wouldn't want you to cry all the time. But by remembering her and thinking about her sometimes, you're keeping her memory alive. And that's important.
Don't worry about the crying. It will pass. An active grieving period of a year isn't unusual, when you lose a close and beloved relative.
If you're crying so often that you can't function, though, or if six months from now you're still crying more often than once a month or so, you might need to talk to a grief counselor. They should be able to help you find ways to manage your sadness.
You have my sympathy.
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I am a 22 year old stay at home mom to 2 little girls. Ages 3 and 18 months. My house always lookslike a cyclone has just passed through no matter how much I go behind everyone a clean. Lately, I have felt so unappreciated and just don't have the urge or the energy to keep the house clean like I want to. Sometimes I make myself get up and start cleaning, but within a few minutes I'm back on the couch or in front of the computer avoiding the work that needs done. Anyone have any advice on something I can do to motivate myself to get this place spic and span like I want it and keep it that way??? (link)
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I can sympathize - I have a 3-year-old myself, and sometimes our house looks like a disaster zone. And that's hard to live with, after a while; when you're surrounded by a mess, it's hard to feel positive.
Obviously I don't have a perfect solution, but here are a few suggestions:
1. Your 3-year-old might be old enough to help a little bit. Not that she can really do much, but if you can make a game out of cleaning, you and she can "work" together. Pick smaller tasks, so she doesn't get bored.
2. Pay yourself! Put out a jar, and every time you finish a particular task, put a dollar (or a quarter or $5, whatever works for you) in the jar. Then once a week, spend that money on yourself - some sort of treat.
3. Use some of that time on the computer to make a chart of things that need to be done. Then cross off the tasks as you finish them.
4. This might be a little crazy, but if you have any friends in the same situation, maybe you could work out a deal: one day you go to her house with your daughter and help her clean, and the next day she comes to your place to return the favor. If you're doing it with someone else, you're more likely to get it done.
5. It sounds as if your daughters are making a mess (and maybe your spouse is, too, assuming you have one). There probably isn't anything you can do about the 18-month-old, but your 3-year-old and your spouse should be able to make less of a mess. If they don't make the mess in the first place, you won't have to clean it up. And it's a good idea to train your daughter to be neat now, while she'll listen to you (at least some of the time :D ).
6. Perhaps your spouse could help a bit? If he (or she, but I'll just write "he" and "him" from now on) is tired from working all day, he still might be able to help a little. And even a little is better than nothing.
The best thing to do might be to set up a schedule. If the same time every day is always set aside for cleaning, you'll soon get into the habit and it will become a lot easier. That works for almost anything, by the way; going to the gym, for example. And a regular schedule is really good for your daughters, too. I've read that keeping a very regular schedule for meals and bedtimes is very reassuring to kids, and helps them to sleep better.
It would probably be a good idea to do some talking about this with your family. Start out with your spouse, when the kids aren't around; tell him how swamped and depressed you feel from the mess. Try your best not to make him feel guilty or unappreciated. If he feels that you're asking for his *help*, rather than nagging him to do things for you, he's more likely to go into it with the right attitude.
Good luck with everything!
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I've been getting my period for close to 5 years now and the first 4 years I had it, it was completely regular. I'd get it exactly every 29 or 30 days, so If I didn't get it on the 29th day, it would be the day after. Starting in about March of this year, it was completely irregular. Normally I'd be prepared about when I'd get it, but I'd go to the bathroom 2 weeks after my last period and I started bleeding again. Then for 2 months it would come exactly on the 22nd. After I had a pregnancy scare, it's been coming whenever the hell it feels like it. I am now (according to my 29 day cycle) 5 or 6 days late. The last time I was sexually active was a week BEFORE my last period, and I did get my period that time. But I'm just trying to figure out what the hell is up with it! It's so frustrating! I will PMS for over 2 weeks and still no sign of my period! Does anyone have suggestions on what to do? (link)
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Most women will experience times of greater or less variability in menstruation thoughtout their lives. A number of factors can influence this; stress, weight loss or gain, or physical activity, among other things.
Five or six days isn't seriously late, of course, and you probably don't have anything to worry about. But just because you had your period a week after your last sexual activity, that doesn't guarantee that you're not pregnant. It's much less *likely*, but it's not totally impossible to have a period shortly after getting pregnant.
It may be that your stress over your period is actually increasing its variability! So you need to see your OB/GYN, just to be sure. Once you get a better idea of what's going on, you'll feel a lot better.
You might also want to talk to your OB/GYN about birth control options, since you've had a couple of scares now. There are a number of safe and effective options available, and there's no reason not to use them if you don't want to get pregnant right now.
Good luck!
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i have a great friend who is turning 16 tomorro. he desserves a great little get together because hes soo nice and caring. him along with me and 5 other girls are really close and i want to do something for his birthday. (not a party, just a get together for 5-10 people)
i was thinking having us eat at a restaurant and of course my friend eats free..what do you think? what could we do after?
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How about a movie, an amusement park, or a fair? Or maybe go to the beach, if there's one near you? That could be fun.
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hey there, im seriously feeling sick, what do i do about this guy, i slept with him a few days bak, an we aint spoken since, shal i contact him?? i feel so used.. help me some one, i feel so alone (link)
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The first thing to do is see a doctor or a clinic. Right now you don't know exactly HOW you're sick. You could have an STD (sexually transmitted disease), or you could just have...well, ANYTHING, since you didn't describe your symptoms. It could be a cold.
If you're afraid that you caught something from this guy, the odds are pretty low that whatever you're feeling is from him. It takes more than a few days for symptoms to develop from an STD.
If you have reason to believe that you already had an STD, and might have given it to that guy...then it's even more important for you to KNOW. Which means you need to see a doctor or go to a clinic as soon as you possibly can.
Once you know what's really going on, you can decide what to do about it. The doctor or nurse can help you with that.
KNOWING is better than *worrying*.
I'm sorry that you feel alone and used. That's a terrible feeling. If you have any resources available - family or friends - perhaps you could talk to them. If you're not comfortable talking to them about this particular problem, even just spending some time with them might make you feel better.
I hope that your illness is nothing serious. Please try to take better care of yourself. Good luck!
PS - Wait a minute: maybe I misunderstood you. If you're not worried about an STD, maybe you were just asking if that guy used you.
My guess is, if he slept with you a few days ago and hasn't called you since, yes. He used you.
But if he's the kind of guy who would do that to a woman, he's certainly not worth your time. I hope you don't mind if I suggest that it would be a good idea to take things a little more slowly next time, so you don't get hurt. Best of luck.
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Does anybody know the name of Codeplay's new CD, the amount of it, and where they sell it. Also, where can I listen to one of their songs on the internet. Thanks! (link)
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Coldplay's latest is called "X&Y". It has 13 tracks, the last of which is hidden, and is 62:30 minutes long.
By the way, whenever you want to look something up about music, you might want to check out AllMusic ( http://www.allmusic.com/ ). They're kind of an IMBD for music; that's where I got this info.
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what are some good websites you can go on if you're REALLLLLY bored? thanks (link)
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http://www.trevorvanmeter.com/flyguy/
http://www.vectorpark.com/levers.html
http://www.seanbaby.com/hostess.htm
http://www.drunkanddisorderly.net/spacemoose/ (warning, these cartoons are pretty sick)
http://groups-beta.google.com/group/alt.humor.best-of-usenet?lnk=li&hl=en
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ok, this might seem a bit confuseing but here it goes. Ok me and this guy Brian and his mom and my mom were hanging out by the pool. Brian is 17 by the way. When we first got there Brian asked me how old i was. And I told him i was 13. Then after a while of talking and swimming. He comes and sits beside me while our moms are gone to get something to eat. Right out of nowhere he says " Well what do u think about me?" Then I got so imbarassed and told him what I thought. He kept going on and on and on about how he would kick his youger sisters ass if she botherd me ( who is in my grade). Then after a few minutes he comes and sits beside me again and says " You know what?" " I can spoil you." I looked at him and said " Oh yea, I bet you can" Then he goes " I can give you a missage and that will spoil you." I loked at him funny and said " I don't think so "
Does he like me. ( plz ezcuse the messed up spelling and crap.) I rate high 4 good answers!!
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I'm sorry to have to tell you this, but he's seventeen. You're thirteen. He was flirting with you. So yes, he "likes" you - that is, he thinks you're cute and he wants to get intimate with you.
But he's seventeen, and you're THIRTEEN. So what he was doing was totally wrong. And creepy. You're too young for that stuff - please believe me, it's really true. And what's more, he could be arrested for statutory rape if he DID get intimate with you.
Worse, you could end up pregnant. Right now, I'm sure that doesn't seem real to you. I probably sound like your mother, or like a teacher, or like those boring movies of the week on TV that are always telling you how to live your life.
But it's true: at thirteen, you probably have the physical equipment to get pregnant. Your *mind*, though, really isn't ready. You're still growing, still developing both physically and mentally. Right now, you're halfway between being a child and being a woman.
So PLEASE wait. You'll really be happier if you do, I *promise*.
And it would be a good idea not to let yourself be alone with that boy.
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Okay, my sister pretty much passed out while online, and I asked her friend why and he said because she said that she had really bad cramps, and that she was throwing up, which I can tell because it's in a bucket. But she got really light headed as he said and passed out? Now, I wanna know, is that normal, because she's only 14 and I'm worried about her. I don't want nothing bad happening to her, she's my baby sister.
Please help me.
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It's certainly possible to pass out while vomiting. The usual cause is lack of blood and oxygen to the brain. If that's her problem, it's not life-threatening as long as she doesn't fall and hurt herself when she passes out. (I'm talking from personal experience here.)
But she should probably talk to a doctor, just to be sure. And of course you probably know to keep an eye out for other things: for example, is she throwing up on purpose? Bulemia is pretty common in girls her age.
Her cramps could be food poisoning. Serious cases of food poisoning can be life-threatening. If the cramps don't go away fairly soon, she should probably call a doctor.
Another symptom of food poisoning is a painful bloated feeling in the stomach.
- But since you say she's having her period, that also pretty much explains it. Cramps and nausea are both pretty common symptoms. Still, if she passes out much, she should see a doctor.
Good luck to you both! And by the way, congratulations. You're a good brother (or sister)!
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hey.. umm in 2003 i was a cheerleader.. and i was a base . the one who holds the flyer.. and well 2004 .. i didnt know where to sign up. And it was a exciting year.. they threw the flyers. and stuff... and they went to nantucket for a huge competion. Well im doing cheerleading this year.. and i dont know if im strong enough to be a base. I love being a base..
I duno why i need advice..
But any tips to get stronger.?
I RATE HIGH!! ;) (link)
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I'm not sure why this is in Spirituality, but what the heck.
The best way to increase your strength, is to increase your overall health. You've probably heard it before, but that means eating plenty of fruits and vegetables and eating a well-balanced diet. You should also make sure to stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
Here's a quick link to information on the new Food Pyramid for teens: http://kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/nutrition/pyramid.html
Remember, you don't just want to strengthen your muscles - if you're going to be a base, it's vital that you make sure your bones are as strong as possible. That means getting plenty of calcium from milk and dairy products, as well as leafy green vegetables.
The last element is exercise, of course. You can alternate cardiovascular exercises such as walking, running, or cross-ramp training with weight machines. Or if you don't belong to a club, get a set of hand weights and go for speed-walks while lifting the weights. That's not the full-body strengthening you're looking for, but it will certainly help.
And because you need to keep your mind in shape just as much as your body, I'd recommend reading at least one book a month just for fun, if you aren't already.
Good luck!
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i have a bladder infection and i've drunk water and everything and it won't go away. is there anything else i can drink or what should i do. please get back to me..
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Doctors usually recommend drinking cranberry juice when you have a bladder infection. It fights infection in the urinary tract quite effectively.
Since most cranberry juice is a mixture of cranberry juice and other juices (because cranberry juice is too bitter to drink by itself), look for something that isn't too sweet, and that has as high a percentage of cranberry juice as possible.
You should also try to stay well hydrated. Continue to drink plenty of water, even if you're not thirsty. But don't overdo it; stop drinking if you're uncomfortable. Your urine should be clear, or close to it.
Avoid caffeine of all sorts: coffee, tea, and soft drinks. Avoid alcohol, too.
It would be a very good idea to see a doctor, though. For one thing, if you haven't actually been diagnosed by a doctor, you can't be sure that what you have actually IS a bladder infection. You definitely don't want to take any chances!
And a doctor will also be able to give you more effective treatments. Cranberry juice is helpful, but your doctor may also want you to take an antibiotic or other prescription.
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i am male 41 ran london marathon in april 2005 my first marathon.
since completing marathon have had constant diarrhoea and bloatedness after i eat have 2 go toilet always loose motions.doctor has done stool tests and blood tests but all normal has any marathon runners ever had this problem if so could you please help me with advice as to what the problem could be .also there is no blood wot so ever in diarrhoea.doctor has referred me 2 hospital 2 have a camera inside stomach but not yet had appointment waiting . (link)
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I'm not a marathon runner (I used to be a sprinter), but since no one else has answered yet...
I did a little quick research online, and found that there's an ailment called "runner's colitis". Your symptoms are very reminiscent of it, and of ischemic colitis. IBS is also a possibility, although of course, I'm not a doctor.
Here's a link that you may find useful:
http://www.runningtimes.com/clinic/clinic.htm
(search the page for colitis)
You should certainly follow your doctor's instructions as soon as you can. I wish you the best of luck.
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this is really stupid.. but i met this guy online and i started to like him ALOT. well anyway i met up with him yesterday he is the sweetest/cutest guy EVER. I mean we had such a GREAT time! Well anyway he asked me if I wanted to go out another time.. and I said yes.. but see he's never done ANYTHING with a girl except for hug.. and yesterday we didnt do anything! If we go out again will he have the nerve to hold my hand?? and if he doesnt do i just grab his HELP ME PLEASE! (link)
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It sounds like he's shy. But it also sounds like he likes you. I don't think he'll die, or run away, if you grab his hand.
In fact, he'd probably like that a lot.
But take it slowly; I wouldn't kiss him right away or anything. You don't want to scare him off, after all. :D
Actually, this might sound like a crazy idea, but why don't you try talking to him? You could say "Would you hold my hand?", for example.
Good luck. :D
PS - I forgot to say: It's true that you can meet some creepy people online. So yes, it's wise to be cautious.
But you can also meet some pretty amazing people. That's how I met my wife, in fact. And we have a wonderful little boy now, so that's proof that great things can come from online relationship! :D
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I am friends with my immediate supervisor, who answers to our manager. She is a single mom, 40, who dresses and often acts like something the dog drug in. She typically wears wrinkled, faded and baggy clothing, rather unprofessional, and she is the spokesperson for our department. She generally arrives to work late, with wet hair and her hair is cut in a little girl style with heavy bangs and straight to the shoulders - very unflattering. She is overweight and tends to wear shoes (clogs and sandals) that resemble slippers. Moreover, her office is cluttered, dirty, she often has food sitting out, and is decorated with years' old child art, past holiday decorations, cards, photos and lots of knicknacks and old paperwork and even stuffed animals. She basically has no clean space or desktop to work on and she often stacks work on the floor. She is very social, chatting with people to the point of them backing away from her and she often traps people in their work space, cornering them to go on and on about her daughter and television shows ad nauseum. We have spoken with both our manager and directly with her, but things only change minimally and temporarily. She takes pride in not having the money or time to dress appropriately because she is a single mom -- something she mentions anytime anyone else wears something new. Sometimes she is in direct violation of the written and posted dress code, but others also violate this -- however usually with better professional taste. Besides being embarrassed of her, I am also concerned because in many ways she might be promoted to a higher level, if she looked the part and was more professional in her work relationships and environment. What do you recommend? I don't want to go to her again and seem like I am trying to criticize. (link)
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That's a tough one. I'll throw out some possibilities; maybe one of them will be right for you.
1. Do you have any mutual friends that might want to talk to her about it? Perhaps you could organize a group intervention.
2. If you see her socially, perhaps you (or someone you trust) could take some photographs of her. Those might be useful to show her just how poor her appearance is. Perhaps you could find photos of people in equivalent positions in other companies, or people in higher positions in your company, and point out the differences in appearance.
3. This is a bit crazy, but you could see if you could get her on "What Not To Wear". It's worth a try. She sounds like an ideal candidate! :D
4. Perhaps you could get together with some other friends and get her a gift certificate for a makeover for her birthday - or hire a fashion advisor. But I'd think that would be very expensive.
5. If there's a school of design or fashion near you, you might be able to find students who would like to take her on as a project.
Good luck!
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