I found the book at barnesandnoble.com. They show reviews, rating, etc:
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/The-Giants-House/Elizabeth-McCracken/e/9780385340892/?itm=3

In my opinion, I think the book is quite good. It's a wonderful love story. If you enjoy romance novels, you'll definitely enjoy this. It's a great book and very unique! :)

Hope I helped. Good Luck!

Starting a relationship doesn't have to mean you have to do something physical. When you're young, yes, that does happen a lot, but, the relationships don't last long at all. However, as you mature, you start to look for more than just physical things in your partner. You're probably interested in his personality instead of just solely the physical things and/or doing physical things.
You DON'T have to do anything physical if you don't want to. That's up to you both. Maybe try and wait until you're dating and try taking things slow. Sometimes people rush this stuff..which, in the end, the relationship ends up being over.
I found a site that relates to your question. It's a podcast so if you'd like, maybe you canlisten to it.
http://www.sexreally.com/the-show/starting-relationship-sex-running-bases-backwards

Talk to the guy, ask him if he'd like to further the relationship (dating). And take it slow !

Hope I helped!
Good luck. :)

Cutting is very dangerous, and you already know you shouldn't have done it, which is good. They do take a lot of time to heal. The scars will always be there. Here's some things you can use to maybe help them go down a little bit.

-Long sleeves. (you already know that)
-Bracelet's and Watches. (I know a friend who did this to cover up cutting marks, it worked somewhat)
-Bio oil helps the scars go down. Here's a link to check it out. http://www.bio-oil.com/en/uses.html
-Pure Vitamin E Oil helps a lot to reduce the appearance of scars.
-Makeup coverup

Those are just a few that I know of.

Please, don't cut yourself anymore. Some ways to stop that from ever happening again? Try keeping yourself busy. Sports, Crafts, Hobbies, etc.

Good Luck! Hope I helped :)
Inbox me if you need anymore advice!

I understand why you have all these questions in your head. First of all, stop worrying! That just makes it worse. Try sitting with your boyfriend and talking to him about what you guy's are going to do when you're apart. Maybe bring up calling eachother every night (not sure about this one because it may get annoying) and/or every other day or whatever you prefer so you guy's keep in touch while at college. Of course, whenyou have time off from classes (holidays, etc) go and meet up somewhere.I'm sure you'll work a good schedule out if you guy's just sit down and talk about it.

You obviously are very in love with your boyfriend, so I doubt you'll be tempted by any other guys. Some things you can do to make sure of that? Focus on your work! Not on the guys in your class. That doesn't mean you can't be friends or hang out with any of them. Just remember; you have a very good guy who you love a lot, and who loves you too. You even said you wouldn't cheat, so don't worry about that !

I really doubt you'll lose touch. As I said before, you guy's are obviously very in love! Try talking to him, like I said before, and tell him you want to make sure that before you leave, there's a schedule worked out so you guy's can keep in touch. And, plus, I really doubt he wouldn't want to keep in touch with you, especially since you're dating. You can even visit eachother on weekends. It's only 5 hours.

I'm very sure you won't get bored. You'll have classes to focus on and everything. The reason it probably didn't work out with the last boyfriend was most likely not only because of boredom, but because you just didn't have a connection and love him as much as you do your current boyfriend. So, don't worry about getting bored.

You will miss him, no doubt about that. And, I'm sure he'll miss you too! The most important thing to do, besides keeping in touch, is maybe try bringing stuff that reminds you of him. You know..like things he gave you for maybe a birthday, holiday, etc. You can even bring a picture of you both. I know it won't help A LOT but it will help a little. This also relates back to the keeping in touch part. However, I really doubt you'll flunk or anything. Remember to FOCUS!

You can't avoid fights. They come natural in a relationship. But, if you just try some idea's that you may have to be able to still keep in touch, see eachother, etc, I'm sure the fight's won't be over stupid little things. And, I doubt it will all lead to the "downfall" of the relationship. Very rare that will happen all because of little fights. Can't guarantee their won't be any fights though.

You're right. Guy's like that are too good to pass up! So, stop worrying. Just remember all the plans you made for eachother in the future! Maybe that will help you. And, don't forget how strong your love is for eachother, obviously. As you said, take it one day at a time.

Here's a link on how to deal with College stress...just incase you may ever have any (which happens often among college students):
http://www.franciscan.edu/Home2/apps/printer/main.aspx?id=224

And here's a link on how to deal with long distance relationships:
http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Long-Distance-Relationship-Work

Good luck, hope I helped! :)
Feel free to inbox me if you need anymore advice!

Are fake eyelashses hard to put on?: Yes, they are very hard to put on and messy. Go to a cosmetic store (preferred mac) and have them put them on for you. You can even buy stuff that looks like fake lashes; here's a link for plush mascara that looks like fake eyelashes-
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2807114?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_pla=makeup:women:lash&cm_ite=prescriptives_'false_eyelashes'_plush_mascara:13932U&cm_ven=shopping&mr:referralID=8e611982-7fd8-11de-bbda-000423bb4e95

How do you put them on?: If you'd rather put them on yourself..here's a link to show you step by step how to put them on-
http://www.celebrity-beauty-tip-goldmine.com/how-to-apply-false-eyelashes.html
or this link for a video tutorial...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rm9jxFPsFPo&feature=related

I also found this from ehow.com:
Curl your eyelashes with Shu uemura's eyelash curler. It is the BEST eyelash curler on the market. Shu uemura is a makeup brand loved by many professional makeup artists. You can buy it through sephora. Put on couple coats of mascara after eyelashes are curled.
You want to trim the false eye lash extensions before gluing it to your eyes. Put it on your eyes and trim off the excess portions. Sometimes the false eyelashes are way too long and that it will give you a very unnatural look. Trim off accordingly.

Which leads me to...


Do they look fake?: Some say to trim the fake lashes because sometimes they're too long and will appear fake. However, If you put them on right, they won't look fake! :)

Where can you get them?: Here's a link to somewhere you can get them http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P193249&cm_mmc=us_search-_-GoogleBase-_-P193249-_-1046457&_requestid=42976&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=1046457
But honestly, you can get them in any cosmetic store!

Are they worth buying?: I don't use them because I prefer mascara, but people who do use them seem to not have a problem with wearing them. Ask people around you (friends, family, etc.) if they've ever used them and if their worth it all. You can even ask females at cosmetic stores.

Do you have to wear mascara on the real lashes?: I found this on a helpful site (ehow.com)..
Place a thin layer of eyelash glue on the base of the false eye lashes. It is easier if you use a tooth pick to apply the glue. Let it dry a little bit. When the glue starts to turn clear, put it on your eyes. Place the false eye lashes at the base of your own lashes and press it at the inner and outer corner of your eye.
Hold it there for 10 seconds to make sure that the false eye lashes are now on top of your real lashes. Put on another coat of mascara on your real lashes to blend in with the fake ones for a more natural look. Match the color of the mascara with the color of the false eye lashes. For example, if your false eyelashes are dark black, then I recommend Maybelline's great lash blackest black mascara.
Use either a pencil or liquid eye liner right at the inner corner to connect and blend the false eyelashes to your eyes.

Hope I helped! :)
Good luck !

I know so many people in this type of situation. Some people get "blinded by love". It's stupid, but it does happen.
I can't guarantee you she won't get mad because sometimes they do get mad about it. But, that shouldn't discourage you from bringing it up. I mean, she's your friend! You have a right to hang out with her too!

This is a link to yahoo, where a similar question was asked:
http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090713112536AAPKLgC
It may help you out.

But, try telling her how you feel..tell her that you feel left out and you miss hanging with her because she's always with her boyfriend. A true friend will make time for you !

Hope I helped! :)
Good luck.

I actually found two sites that can help you out! :)

http://www.ehow.com/how_2154676_stop-complaining.html
http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/Keller4.html

They seem to be really good, And, don't worry I have the same problem. Just read through these, they make sense and might actually help you.

Good luck, hope I helped! :)

Of course, I am no doctor. But, I searched to see what it meant and here's what I got:

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003605.htm

That's honestly the only thing I found that made the most sense!

I hope it helps.

Try finding out from your doctor by calling up and asking what exactly it is so you can understand.

Good Luck !

I definitely understand where you're coming from. I don't hate men either. It is frustrating that a majority of guy's think they're stronger than women. However, men are meant to have a bigger build than women..for some reason, I don't know. Try explaining to your boyfriend the feelings you are having about all of this stuff.

Why do men feel they need to protect us women?: Because that's what has been taught to them. Growing up, men are usually told to [eventually] get a job, get married, have kids, and provide for the family. As you may already know, from the beginning of time, men are said to be the "stronger" gender. And, some even think that their better than women. But, then again, you can't blame a lot of men for that..because, that's what history has taught them. Other than that, men just feel, since they are viewed as "stronger", that they should be the one's defending and protecting the women. Some even feel it's their instinct.

Why do men feel they are better than us and/or "superior"?: Again, something they've been taught for ages. However, not ALL men are like this. But, I know a lot who are. The whole sports thing is stupid. It is very rude for a boy to say that to you though! I believe girls and boys are equal. Hey, even some girls are better than guys in sports! For example, in my school, we have a guys and girls basketball team. Which team does better every year? GIRLS! haha.
Just set them in their place. Because, not ALL girls suck. Even though, some do. Including myself.
Anyway; a lot of women feel the same way you do. Don't let a guy make you think like you're less than him because you're female. Just remember, girls are just as good as guys, some even better.

Hope I helped! :)

Hm. Well, maybe you're slipping back into depression? Honestly, you should go see a doctor, it can really help.
Exercising is a good thing to do to release stress, but, maybe you should try yoga. That's more relaxing.
People who are depressed usually are lazy, fatigued, etc. So, maybe try seeking a therapist along with the doctor.

The friends issue: I sometimes get sick of my friends too, yes it is a mean thought, but it happens to everyone. Try hanging out with them anywhere from 1-2 times a week or something if that would make you feel better. Maybe you should even try talking to them. Friends usually give you support 100%, along with family.
Maybe you're stressed because of college?
That can happen often.

Here's a few links to help with College stress:
http://www.nataviguides.com/collegestress.html
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071108112421AA8JSEy
http://www.franciscan.edu/Home2/apps/printer/main.aspx?id=224

And, here's two links to help with depression/bipolar depression:

Depression:
http://www.depression.com/

Bipoloar Depression: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000926.htm

Take a look at the links..and again, I strongly suggest a doctor and therapist. It will help you out a lot! And just take it easy. Relax! And, eventually, if you're up to it..tell you're friends/family about how you feel. (if you prefer family..that's fine too..because I know you probably don't want to hurt your friends feelings with anything..but, they should understand.)

Well, I doubt it's anything serious! However, I'm not sure of a way to get rid of them. Ask a doctor about that because you don't want to try something that will irritate them. But I looked up a lot of sites that show girls having similar issues. This link seems to be the most similar:

http://www.steadyhealth.com/pimples_on_areola____could_it_be_breast_cancer__t79711.html

Just consult with a doctor though, to be safe.

Good luck! Hope I helped! :)

It basically means you keep your enemies closer by making them think you mean no harm, and then when they least expect it, you strike (attack) them.

It really differs from guy to guy.
Honestly, women are supposed to have hair down there. However, if you're not comfortable with it, you can trim it and/or shave (waxing hurts) be careful though..your vagina is very sensitive, some find it good to put lotion on after shaving. You don't even have to shave it all if you don't want to. Some girls even do designs..

But! Only do this if you want to. I don't see why guys would find it gross or anything. They have it too. But, you never know.

This may help you out a little:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090128223907AABdoU0

Some men answered. That's there opinion though. You can try asking you boyfriend what he prefers? It's up to you. Do what YOU want!

Hope I helped!

There's many possibilities. He could be stressed, he could feel like he needs some space (a lot of guys feel that way for some reason), and/or it's possible he is cheating.

Some signs a guy is cheating:
-Over protection of his cell phone (Acts jumpy when he gets a text, Hides it from you..etc.)
-Unexpected and unexplained nights away.
-Accusing you of being unfaithful (like asking where you've been, and who you were with).
-Is moody with you.
-Not interested in what you have to say.
-Shower's more often (to hide scent's).
etc.

Basically, if you have a gut feeling he's cheating, you're probably right.

If you'd want to, maybe try confronting him.

Good luck. Hope I helped! :)

Exercising:
To get rid of unwanted fat on the body, there's a number of exercises you can do. I've answered many questions relating to this. I'll give you a link to this site that seems to be the most helpful:
http://www.fitwatch.com/exercise/10-ways-you-can-exercise-at-home-without-any-equipment-10.html
These are exercises you can do at home, you can even do them for 30 minutes whenever you'd like. This way you don't have to pay to use a gym or anything!

*Make sure you get 7-8 hours of sleep every night. Sleep is very important in living healthy*

Eating: You need to eat at least 3 meals a day! Just be careful and read the Nutrition Facts on the back of the food. Don't eat too many carbs (don't forget you need some carbs in your diet though), sugars (you need some sugar in your diet), salts (they absorb water and make you bloated) and calories (however, don't eat too little calories..that gives you energy!). Don't ever skip breakfast..it's the most important meal of the day. It basically gives you your energy for the day. For brekfast, you can have eggs and toast. Or even some healthy cereal (such as Special K, Cheerios, etc.) For lunch, don't eat too much. For example, a sandwich and an apple is fine, you can even have salad with that if you'd like. For dinner, eat more veggies! Meat, is very important of course (you need it for protein, fats, etc.), but so is eating plenty of veggies. Remember, these are only ideas! So, it's up to you what you'd prefer to eat. Make sure you drink plenty of cold water too. Lay off of soda's such as Pepsi, Coke, Sprite, etc. Even diet drinks aren't good for you! Which I learned after a while. However, things like Iced tea (Snapple, Brisk, etc.) are fine though. So is a number of other drinks.
Here are a few links to healthy food sites. You can even make them yourself. They're very easy.
http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifehack/over-100-quick-and-easy-healthy-foods.html
http://www.eatbetteramerica.com/Recipes/
http://www.cookinglight.com/

Remember: Losing weight doesn't happen over night. It takes some time. So don't get upset if it takes a little while. Doctor's even say, the weight you lose by exercising stays off. But, if you go unhealthy and barely eat, you're actually, in the end, going to gain more weight. By eating healthier, and exercising you're not only losing weight, but you're living a healthier lifestyle, which is VERY important.

Good luck!
Hope I helped :)!

Running will make you lose weight. You can still do it, it won't damage your health or anything.

If you want to gain weight..eat more calories than you are burning (when you run). But, don't be unhealthy in order to gain weight.

Like the person below me said, it's good for your heart of course!

But running put's stress on the body. And, it will most likely, over time, give you muscle in your legs, calves, thighs, etc. Which isn't bad. But, just be careful and don't run too much.

Hope I helped. :)

There's:

Toobz- Which is basically a game where you have to connect Pipers together, and the one's that have the correct ends on them have to face the end of the wall, and then you have to "start the water" and hope they don't flood anywhere outside the pipes otherwise you lose. At first, it was confusing..but it's easy to figure out and pretty fun to do when you're bored!

PenguinLite- This is my all time favorite game for the iTouch. You basically go through a series of levels in order to complete the game, you get through those levels by "flicking" penguins into the air. You have to time the shot to send the penguins through the opening. You can hit bears, ice, etc in order to pass. It's whatever the level tells you to do. It's addicting and fun! :)

3D Coaster- You can use your finger to move the coaster or you can just tilt your iTouch. You basically have to keep the passenger's safe while going through the tracks. It's quite fun. But, you'd need to buy the full version in order to complete ALL levels.

Hockey- Fun Game!

Arcade Bowling- Addicting game!

Pac-Man- I'm sure you already know what that is. It's fun :)


Hope I helped! :)

Do what YOU want to do. I understand people can influence your decision..but, you have to do what makes you happy.

Since you both were young in the relationship, it's understandable how things worked out. But, maybe your ex realized he wants to be back with you?

Do you love your ex? If so, then go for it!
However, it was very rude of him to call you "obsessed" and hasn't talked to you much..but, some guys just want space, maybe thats what he needed for a little while. If you think it will work out with him this time, then I see nothing wrong with that.

The guy you're hooking up with? You even said "we won't get in to a relationship" and you seem fine with that, so that's not holding you back from going with your ex.

Basically, do what you feel is right for you. You seem to love your ex still, so maybe you should try the the relationship again! Just make sure it's the right decision and he doesn't want a relationship with you for the wrong reasons (Sex, Boredom, Just wanting someone) and I'm sure you both will be fine :)

Good luck
hope I helped!

There's not much you can do if she won't believe you. All you can do is try! Try to get someone who was nearby (a "witness") to tell her what actually happend. You can't force her to believe what you're saying. Your friends obviously aren't good friends if they would do that to you.
If you can't find a "witness" to help out..try as hard as you can to convince her of what really happend. Say something like, "We've known eachother since we were 5. Do you honestly think I'd ever do that to you? Those guys are lying jerks who just find it funny to say stuff like that. I promise, I never did anything like that to you. I was helping you out that night when you were drunk. I don't why you'd ever think I'd do this. I can't force you to think differently. I guess if you want to believe them over me, then I can't change your mind.." or something like that. She should trust you if you've known eachother that long! If not, then I don't know what to tell you..because as I said, you can't force her mind to change.
Oh..and also, dump those friends of yours. Obviously they're jerks who find it funny to do this to there friends.

Good luck !

Just because he hasn't left his girlfriend yet doesn't mean he will never do it. Now, on the other hand, maybe he is in love with his girlfriend and doesn't want to leave her? You need to talk with him and ask him why he hasn't left her and when he plans on doing it.

I know from your point of view (and many other women's) it doesn't make sense why he'd want a girl like that who treats him bad and controls him. Well, some men do. Or, maybe in his case, he just doesn't want to hurt her and he doesn't know how to end it.

I think you do have a chance. So, talk to him! Ask him questions. tell him whats on your mind.
Don't try and force him to be with you. Just keep doing what you're doing..he obviously likes you the way you are.

Hope I helped
Good luck ! :)

Hi :)
I haven't been on much lately, but I'll try as much as possible.
I've always been good with giving advice.
I just enjoy helping others!
NO question is stupid to me.
I'm very honest and I answer any category!
Don't be shy; feel free to inbox me with any questions you need answered. :)

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