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is there any way i can change my username on advicenators? please and thank you!

If you're willing to pay $10 for a paid account, you will be able to change your username by doing that.

You could also start over and make a new account.

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what is a yeast infection and what are some signs?

http://www.webmd.com/hw/womens_conditions/hw61046.asp

Everything you need to know about yeast infections is provided on the webpage above, including the symptoms.

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13/f i just got my period today. i tried about 1000 kinds of pads and nothing seems to feel right. ive decided that im not ready just to jump into tampons. i also dont want pads wiht wings. does anyone know good SHORT AND NARROW pad namebrands without wings that i could try. thanks in advance. court ♥

Kotex Maxi Pads are short and thin in dimension. You can either purchase the thin or thick pads.

You can check out this page: http://www.kotex.com/na/products/everything.asp?WT.srch=1&IQ_ID=28552

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what time does verizons free minutes start and what time do they end?

Verizon's free nights (minutes) start at 9:01 pm and end at 5:59 am.

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Since I joined Frappr I have been messages when someone wants to be my friend, added a comment, etc.
I normally check my Frappr everyday, so these messages are uneccesary.
My question is how do I get these messages to stop?

You need to edit your group notifications and email updates by going to this page: http://www.frappr.com/?a=mygroups

Under 'Email Group Updates', click on the 'Don't Include' link and you won't receive messages pertaining to Frappr.

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in yr profile, how do you get scroll boxes that you can put yr intrests and 'about me' shizz in them?
code?
place where I can get the code?

I think this page will help you out:

http://mygen.co.uk/index.php?page=generators§ion=scrollbox

It has a live preview so you can see what you'll generate when you're finished.

You place the code in the section(s) of your profile that you want the scroll boxes to show up when viewing your page. Just go to your 'Edit Profile' page to do this.

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ok so i have a myspace and i am 15 but currently it says i am 18 cus you couldnt be 15 and have one when i made mine...but if i change my age to 15 on it will it be set to private?

The minimal age to sign up on Myspace has been lowered down to 14 years (this took place weeks ago) so don't worry about that. If you do change your age to 15 years, yes, your profile will be set to private.

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"I dont know how to put this, but uh, im kind of a big deal"

what is that from? i see it everywhere..

In the movie "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy," Will Ferrel (Ron Burgundy) says this quote while he's talking to Christina Applegate (Veronica Corningstone).

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0357413/quotes

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Hey guys! Well I need a foundation what kind is the best kind? tell me the name and if you can maybe you could find a picture on google so I can see how it looks like and what to look for! Thnx I'll rate!

"Infallible" never fail makeup by L'oreal Paris works great. It's about $10+, depending on where you purchase it. Here's a picture: http://www.walgreens.com/store/product.jsp?id=prod1507256

Also, Cover Girl's "Outlast" foundation is another product that you could try and it's not as expensive.

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anyone have any makeup tips??

http://www.makeup411.com
http://www.ehow.com/tips_11271.html
http://beauty.ivillage.com/makeup/topics/0,,4tbm,00.html

You'll find makeup tips on the websites above.

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Male 13

I didnt know what category to put it in.
But here it is

Give me a step by step on how to shave facial hair Mustache in particular

Thanks

1. Wet your face with warm water. You may want to hold a wet washcloth to your beard for a few minutes to soften the skin.

2. Fill the sink basin halfway with water.

3. Get out a new razor, or replace the used blade in your regular razor.

4. Squirt a dollop of shaving cream into your hand or shake out shaving powder, and apply it to your beard in upward circular motions. The amount may vary depending on the thickness of your beard, but the area to be shaved should be covered uniformly.

5. Shave downward, the way your whiskers grow, from your sideburns toward your mandible using long, even strokes. Apply light but firm pressure, pulling your skin taut before each stroke.

6. Rinse your razor with warm water after every stroke or two to keep it from getting clogged with hair.

7. Shave the area around your chin. Shave upward as necessary to make the area smooth. When shaving under your chin, pull the razor from your throat area toward your chin.

8. Shave your upper lip, keeping the skin tight by curling your lip over your front teeth.

9. Wash off any excess shaving cream and examine your face for straggling hairs. Check the edge of your jaw, around your ears, and near your lips and nostrils for missed hairs. Go back with the razor to shave any hairs you missed.

10. Drain and wash out the basin and apply cold water or aftershave as desired.


http://wiki.ehow.com/Shave-Facial-Hair
http://www.kidzworld.com/site/p552.htm

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I'm really bad at science and have a huge test! Last test I got a 41% which hurt my grade alot! I really need to do good, and I'm also on the basketball team so I need to keep my grades up. I have the notes I just can't rember and make sense of them. Any study tips anything please help. Thanks.

http://www.how-to-study.com/
http://www.studygs.net/

Take a look at the two websites above. You will find useful information on how to study, preparing for a test, and such.

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Ok so my bestfriend is going through depression and I feel so bad cause honeslty Ive realized that he doesnt smile that much anymore but it never hit me like that cause hes always just like im tired and stuff but anyways he told me yesterday that hes going thru it again so ive done some research on it cause i want to be able to help him get thru it. I didnt know him the first time he went thru it but I know that means since he had it once he'll be able to get thru it again. Anyways Ive gone a bunch of websites and they all basically say the same thing like it takes medication to get past it and stuff... I need to know Is There Anything I can Do To help Him? I cant find anything on how others should act around someone with it. Please If u have any ideas help. Ive googled it already and found some stuff but i need to know more...

There are things you can do to help your friend and I'm sure the websites below will provide you with information in doing so:

http://tinyurl.com/97tbv (I had to make the URL shorter)
http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/mental_health/depression.html
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/depression.cfm#ptdep7
http://www.psychologyinfo.com/depression/teens.htm
http://www.coolnurse.com/depression.htm

The first website is a great website that pertains to helping a friend with depression.

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Has anyone here ever heard of the band Panic! At the Disco?

Yes, and I like them.

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ok, i have a question, um, i want to put up scroll boxes on my webpage, but i can't find a website on how to do it, i don't want a marquee like thing that goes up and down in a box, i want a box that has a scroll bar to go up and down, with my information inside of it.
thanks & i am greatful for any help !!

I think this page will help you out:

http://mygen.co.uk/index.php?page=generators§ion=scrollbox

It has a live preview so you can see what you'll generate when you're finished.

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I have a coupon to Baker's shoe store for $20 off a purchase of $50 or more. If i buy $55 worth of stuff from that store .. do I get the $20 right then? Making the bill $35?

Yes, you would get $20 off of your purchase.

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I just went to the bathroom and I found a little clump of clear stuff on my underwear. I had a lot of discharge on my underwear and It was very wet. Does this mean anything? What can I do? I haven't gotten my period yet.

You should take a look at this site: http://kidshealth.org/teen/sexual_health/girls/vdischarge.html

It'll provide you with answers and other information to your questions.

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ok. i feel really stupid but, what is a noob? a lot of my friends say it on the computer and i'll feel really dumb if i ask. thanks :P

According to urbandictionary.com, a 'noob' is a person who is new and/or inexperienced to an environment or situation, but doesn't admit it. They are someone who continually fails and does not learn from their mistakes, and repeats the process.

Whereas a 'newb' is someone who wants to get better.

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Does anyone know where I can find a list of flowers and what they mean? Like roses represent love, daisies represent innocence, etc.?

Here are a few websites with lists of flowers and their meanings:

http://www.aboutflowers.com/floral_b5.html
http://www.800florals.com/care/meaning.asp
http://www.clareflorist.co.uk/meanings.asp
http://www.usabride.com/wedplan/a_flowers_meaning.html
http://gardening.about.com/od/gardendesign/a/LanguageFlowers_2.htm

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Hey im 15/f and i was wondering if there were any face products that actually worked on fighting zits and pimples. I tried almost everything! But it either makes my face dry or gives me more zits and doesn't work. I pop them when they come but they become a horrible problem.. so it there any products that i could use that work and wont dry out your face? And another thing is, i know that some foods will make you break out or do something to your face. What foods are thoughs? Thanks a bunch i rate high!

You should consult a dermatologist with your breakout problem, if every product has not worked for you. Not every product on the market will work for everyone.

You can try Clearasil's "Icewash Cleansing Wash", which helps clear up present pimples, while preventing new ones from forming. Clearasil also has acne fighting cleansers and such that you could try out. I find that Neutrogena's products work and you can check this page out for their products: http://neutrogena.com/ProductsLine_1_2.asp. If your face tends to dry out, stay away from cleaners and moisturizers that are not oil-free.

As for foods, "just because foods are oily or fatty doesn't mean they cause acne. In fact, no scientific studies have ever shown that foods bring on breakouts. So as long as you are not allergic to high-fat foods like french fries, pizza or chocolate and they do not irritate your skin, go ahead and eat them in moderation. A well balanced diet is always advised to maintain good skin." - http://neutrogena.com

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