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Hello, my boyfriend recently told me he loves black roses, and for a date, i wanted to get them for him, then i read that they symbolize the death or farewell of something so would that be giving a bad idea? i was thinking 12 roses-6 purple, 6 black. would that be okay or be sending a bad message? thank you!

Yes, black roses can symbolise death or farewell, but they can also mean rebirth and revitalisation. Apparently, they can also mean pure love because they're so hard to find. (Black roses do not grow naturally.) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_rose_%28symbolism%29

At the end of the day, they mean what you want them to mean. If your boyfriend told you that he loves black roses, then giving him black roses means you're paying attention to what he's telling you. Go for it.
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How do I delete a myspace I dont want anymore?

The MySpace FAQ has instructions for this.

http://faq.myspace.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/285
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i really want to buy the sims 2 castaway for the PC but i can't find it in stores or online. i don't have any friends who have the game.
so how else can i get it?

i would prefer digital download from a website but if you can only find it in a store, i'll be fine with that too :)

thanks

The PC version is called The Sims Castaway Stories.

Here it is: http://thesims2.ea.com/about/sims_stories/index.php
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Where can I catch Abra in Pokémon silver?

Thanks.

Bulbapedia has the information you want. Here: http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Abra_%28Pok%C3%A9mon%29#Game_locations
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I have a question. Would anyone try a 69er?

My bf of 11 months now brought it up (we're dating online of coruse) He never brought this up before till just a few minutes ago.
Am i being a prude for not wanting to try 69er?

If you don't want to try, it's your choice. You're entitled to your preferences and boundaries. Don't let anyone judge you on that.
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Okay I have had my ipod for about 3 years. I love it, I have about 500 songs on it! My old computer with my itunes that had all my songs on it crashed. So I got me a new one a little while ago. I have itunes downloaded but i don't know if i should use it? I bought some new songs i wanna download but when i plug in my ipod to sync, it doesn't give me the option to put all the songs on my ipod already in my current itunes library. I don't want to loose them they costs to much. What should I do?

First, make sure you have enabled disk use. (Here are the instructions for enabling disk use: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1478)

Now go to Windows Explorer (if you're using Windows) or Finder (if you're using a Mac), and look at the files in your iPod. All the music should be under iPod_Control/Music. Copy them to your computer.
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18/Female

I am a freshman at my local community college, and in my second semester. Right now I am just taking my general education reqirements, so picking a major hasn't been that big of a deal. Now however, I have to pick a major before my next semester. I have no idea what I want to do or what I want to major in! It's driving me crazy, and the pressure is really starting to get to me. It's all so confusing; normally when I give advice I always tell confused students to see an advisor, but I don't even know who to see or what to ask. There are general ed. advisors, transfer advisors, course advisors, etc. I feel completely lost. I don't even know what school I am going to transfer to, or if I am even going to transfer.

I have been back and forth between going to law school, elementary teaching, counceling, ultrasound/radiology technician, journalism/writing, opening a business, and plenty more! I have no idea what I am going to do, and I am terrified I am going to make the wrong choice.

Some general information:

- I live in a small town, so I don't know if opening a business would be a good choice. I have no intentions on moving to far away.

- I am shy. It sucks as far as getting a job goes, but it is what it is.

- Making a good amount of money is important, but so is enjoying what I do. That's what makes the choice the most difficult.

- I have a boyfriend that I have been seeing for five years, so I want to start a family sooner rather than later. Going to school for ten years is not something I would particulary want to do.

- I love children

- I love giving advice and helping people.

I guess I am just looking for some guidance, options, advice? I don't know. HELP!!

Think about your strengths and weaknesses.

In practical terms, being good at science would help with being a technician. Good social skills would be important for just about anything, but especially so for counselling, teaching, and business.

In terms of making money, consider job stability and risks as well as the absolute amount of money you can make. You can make a lot of money being a lawyer, but do consider whether you can get into law school in the first place, and whether you really want to be a lawyer if you're shy.

Opening a business also has the potential of making a lot of money, but if you live in a small town and don't want to move away, that might not be the best option. Also, you will need money to start the business, and there will be risk.

Teaching doesn't get you as much money, but there is generally demand for teachers, so it would be a good choice in terms of job stability, and ditto for being a technician. Counselling would fall in this category too, but you might need to spend more time in training than with either teaching or being a technician. If you like helping people, these would be good choices.
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do helium balloons shrink or deflate quickly in cold weather (like 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit)
I want to get some helium balloons to leave outside for a friend's birthday and i was wondering if they would last overnight, or if i put them there in the morning would they last for up to 8 hours?
thanks! xo

Helium balloons deflate due to diffusion of the helium. Lower temperatures would slow down this process, but probably not very significantly.

They will probably last around 8 hours. When I got helium balloons, they lasted almost that long, and that was at higher temperatures.
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Are there any Twitter apps for the Samsung Mythic that I can get?

The Samsung Mythic should come with AT&T SocialNet, which allows you to use Facebook, Twitter, and some other social networking sites.

If you need different ones, look for Twitter apps for the TouchWiz platform, which is what the Samsung Mythic runs.

I was raped last summer and I just can't get it out of my head. It was the worst thing that has EVER happened to me. I was staying with my dad at his house and I went to hang out with some people there and when I was walking home this guy totally raped me. I was frightened and I'm still not over it even though I told both of my parents immediately.

The main reason I'm having problems dealing with it is because I had an orgasm when I was raped. It was not the first time I had actually had sex but it was the first orgasm I had experienced. I didn't like the sex though! I didn't WANT to be raped or anything! I don't know what happened and why I had the orgasm. I feel so stupid and disgusting. What is wrong with me for doing that?!

How do I get past this and move on with my life? I keep reliving this experience and the sensation of the orgasm. It's horrible and I don't know what to think of myself. Please help...

Sorry to hear about it.

The one thing I can tell you is that an orgasm is a physical reaction, and it does NOT necessarily mean that you liked or wanted the sex. IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT.

There is only so much people on the internet can do. Please seek professional help.

I hope you get better.
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I really can't figure it out! haha help me out? I need it to be private. thanks

Click "My Account" (it's on the top right corner next to "Log Out"), then "Privacy", and choose the privacy setting for each individual aspect of your profile.

You can also change the visibility of individual modules by going to the "Customise Profile" page and clicking the "Visibility" icon in each module.
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Okay, well i get my period on the 30th of every month and it goes for 7 days...it's pretty regular..how many days is my cycle?

The definition of one cycle is the number of days from the first day of your period to the first day of the next one. If your period starts on the same day of each month, it's probably around 30 days. (It is normal to have slight variations.)
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Does cutting your hair more often REALLY make it grow faster?

ARE there any methods to making hair grow faster?

What is the best way (and/or product) to restore health to hair? my hair's pretty damaged right now becuase i've been dying it a LOT for the past 2 years (I've stopped now).

No, cutting your hair does not affect the rate at which it grows. Frequent brushing doesn't either.

Hair growth rate is largely determined by genes. However, staying healthy will help ensure that your hair grows to its full potential. Make sure you get enough protein and vitamins.

Not dyeing your hair helps a lot. Using the kind of shampoo and conditioner that suits your hair's condition will be enough. The ones that are made for dry hair generally work well. The brand doesn't matter. Pick one that you like.
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so i would go to the photos application and i can't find the "upload photo" thingy.

can someone tell me where i could find it?

Click "Create a Photo Album" on the top right corner, or "My photos" to select an existing album. That will take you to the upload screen.
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I've had my period since I was 11, on an anniversary of 9-11, ironically.

I've never really noticed my breasts growing any, though. I've worn a bra, but because I'm overweight I'm going to have some boobage.

I'm 14 now, in a B cup. My periods are regular, and at 5'8 I think I've finally stopped growing taller.


Will my boobs ever grow?


My mother's family all has huge boobs, even when my mom was skinny she had boobs. My father's side, his mother had a C, at least.

Please no answers telling me to accept myself. I'm just curious, I'm fine if my breasts don't grow :)

Boobs can continue to develop until your early twenties, so you do still have a chance that yours might start growing eventually.

I thought I've stopped growing taller when I was 14 too, but I started growing again last year. I'm now 20, and I'm still growing. (I'm not as tall as you though.)
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hi :)
my hair is kind of short, it just about touches my shoulders. i really want to grow it to about where my ribcage ends in the front, you know what i mean? well anyway, i know that could take a couple years for it to grow that far itself, but what i wana know is what can i do to keep my hair heathly and what shampoos/conditioners can i use to maybe help it grow a little faster. thanksss

The growth rate of your hair is largely determined by genetics. Make sure you stay healthy in general too, because hair growth does slow down if you're ill.

There is no specific shampoo or conditioner that will help your hair grow faster, but you do need to keep your scalp healthy. Pick your shampoo and conditioner according to the state of your hair.
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i do alot of paintings on big canvases. i want to try something new, so does anyone have ideas of what i could paint using only four colors (including mixes and lighter/darker hues). bright hot pink, light blue, light aqua green and light medium purple. it does not have to be naturally thoes colors i can make anything them. any and as many ideas as possible would be greatly appreciated. i usually just do flowers or birds or some scenery. 15/f inspiration, any ideas, thanks!!! -blacksxeroses

If you're used to painting scenery, try different types of scenery. Say, if you normally paint scenes that feature nature, do a cityscape. Different times of the day and seasons would be good for variation too.

Another obvious one would be people. Someone important in your life would be fun to paint. Base the painting off a photo if you can't get the person to pose for you. (That way, you don't have to show them if you don't think they'll like it. )

With people, you can paint them doing anything. Got a favourite activity? Paint someone doing that. A painting of someone painting, even. How about a recursive one of yourself painting yourself painting yourself?

Other than people, there are also animals. Got any pets (or want one)? Paint that. Local wildlife? Zoo animals? The possibilities are endless.

A still-life of everyday objects can be interesting too. Look around you. There must be something.

Now get off the computer and start painting. :)
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17/f
I've wanted to just go to the store and pick up a box of condoms, but I'm too embarrassed to do more than just glance at the packages as I walk through the aisle at the drugstore. Any suggestions how to make the buying process less scary?

Go on your own. Chances are that you won't run into anyone you know, and strangers in the store aren't going to pay attention to what you buy.

Buy something else along with it if you must. That should help draw your attention (and anyone else's, if just in your imagination) away from the condoms. Make it something else you actually need. Don't buy something else just for the sake of it.

Once you get used to buying condoms, you'll realise that it's no big deal. If you need them, buy them.
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how do i get a url code from a picture in photobucket?

Login to your Photobucket account, locate the relevant picture, and look for the "Share this image" box to the left of the picture. HTML code is the one you need for MySpace.
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I have three hotmail accounts, and they're all linked, but i'm attempting to delete one account and I would like to unlink it. How would I do that?

And also deleting one linked account won't delete the other two will it?

Go to http://account.live.com, sign in with your primary account, and you will be able to unlink them under "Linked IDs".
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