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My name is Laura and I'm 28 years old. I live in Illinois and work as a licensed veterinary technician. I am a runner, bookworm and obviously, an animal lover.


I've been on this site since '05. I take hiatuses, but I'm never gone for good. I enjoy giving advice and I've made such lovely friends on this site that I couldn't imagine giving it up!

chat it up yo.


ps. here's my bestestestest friend.
I love him. You will too :)

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There this boy that i like and been lking him for like 2 years already. He knows that i like him and stuff. Like last summer my friend told me that everytime she with him he always ask if i still like him. And then sometimes he flirts with me and stuff. And now we got a class togther but we dont like talk its more like messing around with eachother. But during these past 2 years ive been liking him he been with other gurls. It wasnt like a relationship or anything but like talking kinda like. And i wanna know if he ever did liked me or if he do right now or what cause im confuse with this all. ITs like sometimes i have this feeling he does but then again i dont know. What do you think??

http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=506340


From there:


I'm going to give you a list of what guys tend to do when they like girls:

1. They don't call you "sexy". They call you "beautiful", "gorgeous", "amazing", etc.

2. They make an effort to hug you. They might high-5 instead, but it really depends on the guy in question.

3. They DO find any reason to touch you in some way. Mostly it ISN'T in a sexual way. Its more of just an excuse to remember what you feel like, I guess. Its hard to explain...

4. He is always smiling around you. If you're feeling bad and he's around- he'll be smiling because he knows that he's there to help you- and that's like brownie points for a guy if they can help a girl out. That, like the above, is hard to explain.

5. He'll tell you things about himself that he normally wouldn't tell everyone. He opens up to you. Guys don't get a chance to do that when pressured to "be manly".

6. If you have a feeling that a guy likes you- you're probably right. Guys aren't the best at hiding it- and girls are even better at figuring these type of things out.

If you like this guy- and he does all or most of those things- my best bet is that he does like you. That means one and only one thing: Ask him to make sure, and then try the relationship out. Who knows- it could be great!


-Laura (16-f)

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Hi, i've been dating this guy for 2 months, and the first time we made out i was really nervous and i almost didnt want to. However, ever since then, i just want to kiss him a lot. I told him that i wanted to wait until my birthday to do anything too sexual. But, now my birthday is over and i feel ready but i'm wicked nervous. i think that once i do something i'll get used to it like i did with making out. i dont want to get his hopes up then smash them.. but i dont want to fool myself.. help?

Don't do anything you aren't comfortable doing, and don't feel like you HAVE to do anything with him. Don't put any pressure on yourself (or him, for that matter) or force yourself into anything.


You'll only end up regretting it in the end.


-Laura (16-f)

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Okay, so i'm wanting to get my boyfriend a braclet for Valentine's day. I want it to have my name craved in it. I thought since we've been together for a half of a year that it was a good idea. So my questions are;
Is this a good gift?
Where can I get this?
& also how much will it cost me.

Thanks a lott !

Honestly? I think it's a bit much for somebody if you've only been together for 6 months, especially if you're young.


Why not get him something else instead? Some chocolates, a mix CD, cologne, or something else that he'll like.


-Laura (16-f)

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can i practice putting tampons in when i dont have my period?

You're not supposed to, and I would definitely NOT recommend it.


-Laura (16-f)

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what is your opinion on girls sending guys dirty pics. not completely nude, but just provacative. 15f

Disgusting and trashy pretty much sum up my feelings on the subject.


-Laura (16-f)

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Hi i am trying to decide what dress to get for prom i have 4 dresses that i like i am going to put the links for them in this question and i would love your opinions on which one is best and which one i should pick
thanks
http://www.promgirl.com/shop/dresses/viewitem-PD415883

http://www.promgirl.com/shop/dresses/viewitem-PD402923

http://www.promgirl.com/shop/dresses/viewitem-PD397699

http://www.promgirl.com/shop/dresses/viewitem-PD295582

My order (from favorite to least favorite):

Third dress,
first dress,
fourth dress,
second dress.


Personally, I like the third one a lot more than all of the others. The color, the style, everything about it is amazing. I don't like the second one all that much, and the fourth one doesn't look like a prom dress to me. It looks more like something you would see a celebrity wear on the red carpet. But I'm sure you'll look great in whatever dress you choose :)


-Laura (16-f)

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my moms birthday is tomorrow and i dont no what to get her i only have 5 dollors.\


- Samantha white a 14yr old

Buy a picture frame, put a picture of your mom and you in it, and then decorate it. It's a cheap and personal gift that I'm sure she'll love.


Other than that, you can:
- Get her flowers.
- Make her cookies.
- Make her a mix CD with all of her favorite songs.
- Clean the house for her.
- Make her breakfast in bed.
- Make her a card (though, you should do this even if you do something else!)


-Laura (16-f)

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I suck at dancing basically, so I never dance at parties coz I am shy that I will look stupid. Because I don't know what I'm doing.

How am I meant to dance? Everyone else looks good dancing and know what their doing but when I see myself dancing I'm like "What the hell are you doing? You look like an idiot"

I'm the same way as you, but the best thing you can do is go with it.


I remember I was too shy to dance at Homecoming, until my date danced with me and showed me what I should be doing. Ask your friends for help, and just go with what they're doing. Honestly, you probably look fine dancing anyways :)


-Laura (16-f)

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I have a weird combination in my taste of music. That being said here are some questions:

1)I love the kings of leon's cd- only by the night. are the previous ones (there are 4 in total) any good?

2) Does Faith Hill have an album with her hits like 'breathe' and 'this kiss', etc, etc?

3) Can you name some artist/albums which have a alternative rock vibe to it?

Thanks in advance!

1. I've only heard a few other songs from that album, but the few that I heard were pretty good.


2. iTunes has an album by her called "The Hits" with both of those songs and some of her other good ones on it.


3. http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=532581

From there:

If you like that different kind of Indie/Alternative sound,
kind of like THE POSTAL SERVICE,
try these bands:

- Barely Blind.
- The Cab.
- Death Cab For Cutie.
- The Elliot Project.
- Ingrid Michaelson. *
- Jason Mraz. *
- Lily Allen.
- Mat Kearney.
- Mika.
- Mutemath.
- October Fall.
- Sherwood.
- There For Tomorrow.



If you like that rockish type of alternative,
like BRAND NEW, try these:

- Alkaline Trio.
- Armor For Sleep.
- Forever The Sickest Kids.
- Just Surrender.
- Madeavail.
- Mae.
- Saosin.
- Search The City.
- Senses Fail.
- Something Corporate.
- Story Of the Year.
- Sugarcult.
- The Get Up Kids.
- Thursday.
- Unwritten Law.



If You like that harder Alternative/Rock,
kind of like THE USED,
give these a listen:

- Amber Pacific.
- The Academy Is...
- Bayside.
- Escape The Fate.
- Flight 409. *
- Four Year Strong.
- The Frantic.
- From First To Last.
- Halifax.
- Ivoryline.
- My American Heart.
- Pierce The Veil.
- Rise Against.
- Schoolyard Heroes.
- Taking Back Sunday.
- Thrice.


-Laura (16-f)

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Hello, me and my girlfriend have been dating for quite a long time and valentines day is coming up its our first and though i already got her her present and card i need some advice on what to write (on the card) we have a very good relationship and i love her lots so i don't wanna screw this up. please help.
Thanks in advance!

Bye

Write about cute memories. Like your first date, first kiss, how you met, etc. Then end with something like "and I hope we have many more memories like this still to come".


Best of luck!


-Laura (16-f)

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Hi ok i want to be a radio personality i am 16 when i meet new people who i have never met before i am not afraid to be myself and do the funny entertaining things i do i am a very entertaining person and i am the party girl everyone wants around but when i am with people who i have known for years like the people at my high school i am unable to be like that i am shy and afraid and they have no idea that i am as funny and entertaining as i am i want to know if thier is a way to get passed that shyness and show the people who have known me since i was in preschool who i really am
thanks

http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=548311


From there:


1. Compliment them.
- If they're wearing a nice pair of shoes, or some cute jeans, tell them. Let them know you like their shoes, and then ask where they got them. After that, ask if they're comfortable or something. Don't be annoying about it, but take interest in the person you're talking to, and hopefully, chances are they'll show interest back.


2. Find something you have in common.
- If they're wearing a band shirt, and it's a band you like, tell them! For example, say they are wearing a Rocket Summer shirt, say to them, "I see you have on a Rocket Summer shirt, do you like his music?" Then, after they answer, tell them your opinion on the band/artist.


3. Talk about your surroundings/where you are.
- Say it's after class and the person next to you is getting up to leave. Walk out next to him/her and comment on the class. Say something like, "That was kind of an interesting lesson." or "Was it just me, or was that lecture kind of boring?" or, if you're sitting outside on a bench, and somebody is sitting next to you, make a comment about the weather or where you are.


4. Make a joke!
- There's no better way to make friends with somebody than to make them smile/laugh. BUT don't make a joke about another person, it will make you look bad AND potentially hurt another person's feelings.


-Laura (16-f)

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Hey i'm a female and i'm 16 i have medium lengh hair and i have a square face and kind of wide shoulders i like the short hairstyle thats like shoulder lengh that Paris hilton had and rihanna kind of had it too but i'm not sure if that would look any good on me so i need some opinions and also if u know a hairstyle that would look good on me let me know
thanks

Honestly? I think you should just go for it. I was SO reluctant to cut my hair and get bangs at first, but I ended up loving it and still do today.


Here are some cut styles I found:


http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u192/perfectchaos_017/jenny-humphrey-new-hair-style.jpg


http://i410.photobucket.com/albums/pp190/FindStuff2/Best%20Images/Entertainment%20and%20Celebrities/Celebrities%20Adjusted/people-nicole-richie-2422705_1350.jpg


http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b367/ztyred/Dakota%20and%20Elle%20Fanning/JodiMarAshleJoh/50822807_10.jpg


-Laura (16-f)

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Where can I get the exact same dress or a similer one for cheaper?


http://www.rissyroos.com/products/Jovani_br_Style_196341230-229-19.html


I LOVEEE THIS ONEEE:
http://www.rissyroos.com/products/Faviana_br_Style_6112-101-19.html

Also, it'd be cool to have like along the line of the second dresses style with the length being no longer then the knee

For that 2nd dress, try Old Navy or Forever 21. I've seen similar dresses in both of those stores recently.


-Laura (16-f)

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I need to know how to ask this guy out that I really like. The only problem is that he is moving in a couple months. HELP!!!

It doesn't matter if he's moving, if you want to be with him then go for it!


I myself have a best friend who lives in Michigan (I live in Illinois) and though we're not dating, my point is that it IS possible to maintain a relationship with somebody who lives far away from you. You can text, IM, Facebook/Myspace, talk on the phone and even send each other stuff.


As far as actually asking him out goes, try this:
http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=543173


Good Luck :)


-Laura (16-f)

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Ok, I am really really into rock. My favortes right now are Paramore, Evanescence, and Fly Leaf. I am into kinda dark music but not anything like worshipping the devil. totally christian person here, but i love the kinda depressing song. i like any kinda rock but right now im into metal. can someone tell me about a couple of groups that are like these. I like classical music too so if someone knows of any good classical music that would be nice too. Please and Thank you!!!

http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=532581


-Laura (16-f)

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ok so i have a part time job...and i'm getting another one soon. the problem is, i feel like when i work both these jobs and go to school i wont have any free time..ive been working my first job for about a month now and i kind of hate it but i decided im gonna stay with it until softball starts (end of march/april) so my question is, if i give a legit reason to quit come march, would it be bad that i only stayed with the job for 3 months? and what should i tell the manager when i quit? its my first job so im really confused on things, any advice would be appreciated.

Usually, you would give your boss 2 weeks noticed before the actual day you plan on quitting. It's not bad if you quit, because you said you don't like the job and that you will be way too busy if you keep both jobs.


Just explain to your boss that softball season if starting, and you can't balance everything. Make sure to give him/her 2 weeks notice, like I said above.


-Laura (16-f)

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So for V-Day, I'm making my boyfriend a mix cd with love songs. I just need some help picking songs!

He really likes rock and roll and alternative, like Black Sabbath, Nickelback, AC/DC, Led Zeppelin.. basically anything you can find on Guitar Hero. I want songs that are sexy and rocking, since he'd like them more than just sappy slow love songs.

So far I have "Addicted" by Saving Abel, "Feeling This" by Blink 182, and "Animal" by Nickelback.

I also need other suggestions of what to do for him. I know he has something big planned for me because I keep hearing rumors from my friends. I want to make sure he loves V-Day as much as I love him. Thanks in advance!

http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=545691


Alive with the Glory of Love: Say Anything.
All We Are: Onerepublic.
*Amazing: Josh Kelley.
*At Least We Made It This Far: Relient k.
Baby, It's Fact: Hellogoodbye.
Best of Me: The Starting Line.
Bleeding Love: Leona Lewis.
The Best Thing: Relient k.
California: Metro Station.
*Can't Stop: Maroon 5.
Check Yes Juliet: We The Kings.
Cue The Sun: Daphne Loves Derby.
*Die Alone: Ingrid Michaelson.
*Fearless: Taylor Swift.
Forever: Chris Brown.
Getting Into You: Relient k.
Hands Down: Dashboard Confessional.
Hanging by a Moment: Lifehouse.
Headspin: Jamestown Story.
Her Eyes: Pat Monahan.
Here in Your Arms: Hellogoodbye.
Hero/Heroine: Boys Like Girls.
*I'm Yours: Jason Mraz.
I Caught Fire: The Used.
I Must be Dreaming: The Maine.
I Will Follow You Into the Dark: Death Cab for Cutie.
In My Heart: My Favorite Highway.
Island: The Starting Line.
It Had to be You: Motion City Soundtrack.
Leave the Light on: A Kidnap in Color.
Little of Your Time: Maroon 5.
*My Beautiful Rescue: This Providence.
No Air: Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown.
No One Can Touch Us: Sing It Loud.
On Top of the World: Boys Like Girls.
Only One: Yellowcard.
Realize: Colbie Calliat.
Red Balloon: Backseat Goodbye.
Say it Again: Marie Digby.
Skyway Avenue: We The Kings.
So Much Love: The Rocket Summer.
*So, In This Hour...: The Rocket Summer.
Stolen: Dashboard Confessional.
Tangled up in Me: Skye Sweetman.
That's So You: The Rocket Summer.
Thunder: Boys Like Girls.
Undeniable: Mat Kearney.
*Up and Up: Relient k.
*The Way I Am: Ingrid Michaelson.
*Think of You Later: Every Avenue.
We're Going to be Friends: The White Stripes.
With You: Chris Brown.
Who Needs Air: the Classic Crime.
Why Can't I?: Liz Phair.
You Be The Anchor...: Mayday Parade.
*You Belong With Me: Taylor Swift.
Your Guardian Angel: The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus.
Young Love: Gavin Degraw.


-Laura (16-f)

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quote?
im a big myspacer.
and i need some new quotes.

My favorite quote is "On dark and stormy days, somewhere it's glowing."


-Laura (16-f)

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this is deff under the wrong category but whatever.
how can i smoke pot in my room and hide the smell from my parents?

How about not doing it at all? Then, there would be NO scent to cover up. Simple solution to an unnecessary problem!


-Laura (16-f)

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I have a project to do on the holocaust
and we can choose what kind of visual aid we want to do.
We cant do a poster though, i dont know what to do?

You can do a journal/diary, like The Diary of Anne Frank, if you've read it. If not, I highly recommended reading it!


-Laura (16-f)

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