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aright soo my boyfriends penis is kinda on the small side like 5 or 6 inches and well i'm not gonna lie im kinda dissapointed about it.. is this normal? it's not like i'm gonna break up with him over it or anything but like he's 18 is there any chance of it growing at all? (link)
That's the normal, average length. It stops growing after puberty, so chances are it'll remain that size. However, testicles keep growing until a man is 21 years old lol..

This is what Wikipedia says, "While results vary across studies, the consensus is that the average human penis is approximately 12.9–15 cm (5.1–5.9 in)"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_penis_size

Anyways, you shouldn't be disappointed. 5-6 inches is the AVERAGE, meaning that there are guys that fall way under that and guys that go beyond that. I mean, you should be thankful that he's not BELOW average hehe.


Please forgive me if this is long...
I'm 16/m. I am straight. i spent the night at a friends house, he's 16. Me, my friend, and his brother, who is 17, spent the night watching movies, that kind of thing. Me and my friends brother didn't say much to each other, he just kinda sat there watching me. Anyway, my friend and his brother slept in their rooms, and i slept in the guest room. when i woke up the next morning, there was a camcorder next to me. i watched it, and it was a video of my friends brother basically raping me! now i've been getting calls on my cell from him, emails from him, he won't leave me alone! what do i do??? (link)
Oh my, this is disturbing. Have you told your friend about this? and what happened to that tape?

First, ignore his brother. DO NOT RESPOND to any of his calls, emails, or anything. He is vying for your attention, so don't let him have it.

You should discuss this with your parents to decide whether or not you should press charges or file a restraining order. I mean, he basically raped/violated/molested you and it's caught on tape. Now that he's currently harassing, you'd want to take these precautions because he could do something dangerous and harm you.

If you don't want to deal with the court (it can get expensive), then maybe your parents and his parents can sit down and discuss it.

Whichever you choose to do, you should definitely inform your parents. Your safety is at risk.


so i have this best friend. she is so great and we do and think everything the same. i LOVE being with her. is it possible to like her TO much? like not in a sexuall way but in like a way that she might get sick of each other way. (link)
Yes, it's possible! That's how it is with my best friend/roommate. Seeing/being with each other too much starts to get overwhelming. When you see each other too much, you start to get annoyed with each other and pick out the things you don't like about that person. That's why it's good to not always be together and to hang out with other friends from time to time. It makes you appreciate that person more. so, just take breaks from her from time to time lol.


It happens a few times but this time it made me sad. . . .

okk this is what happened:

we went to this dance right and i have these 3 friends i mostly hang out with and i admire them as my sisters but we aren't blood related though. . . yeahh.

My three friends were dancing but then more friends came and i was backed off and they did nothing. . . i was alone

this happened a few times i felt like i was nothing to them.

when it was over we hang out in front of the school and wait a while until we decided to go home

As usual they formed their own circle thingy

and i was out of it



one time my eldest friend
our class was skating

i told her i was going to go skate fast and yeah but then i came back to her and skated with her

while i was skating fast she was with lets call her A.

Friend A said to her to go skate with me because she was tired but then my friend said that i wasn't like a talkative person like talk about stuff

i was hurt.

I am sometimes talk alot one day and not the other day.

When I heard her say that I ignored it.


Sometimes they talk about stuff I don't even know of and talk behind my back


What do they think I am to them?
What should I do?



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I'm sorry hun, but to me, this sounds like they don't like you too much, nor do they respect you. It doesn't look like they value you as a friend as much as you do about them. You appear to be the odd man out. I mean, they even talk behind your back! Girls can be evil like that :( My best advice is for you to find new friends who actually appreciate you because you deserve better than that.


Say someone confessed to another person that they accidently killed someone 7 years ago and then covered it up so it looked accidental. Is there a way in the court of law that could prove the crime? without actual proof, just confession to one person? (link)
The chances of proving the crime are very low. They can't base it on one confession alone without concrete evidence. Like another person said before me, people sometimes own up to crimes but don't get locked away because it can't be proved. I've seen this a lot with hit-and-runs. Look at the singer Brandi, she confessed that she hit a man with her car over a year ago, but they couldn't prove it so she basically got nothing. In your question, 7 years is a long time, too. Plus, in the court of law, a person is innocent until proven guilty.


i have really short eyelashes so i really want long ones for prom coming up but everytime i wear fake eyelashes, the corners always end up peeling off. i tried basically every mascara, expensive to cheap. i dont like it because they always get clumpy. so im wearing fake eye lashes for sure.

im getting my makeup done so do you think that because of the fact that ive put fake eyelashes on myself that they always fall off? cuz it might be different if someone else does it for me.

they really need to last throughout the whole night, after party, and the sleepover.

so should i just get the makeup artist to put them on or is it still gonna peel off, anyway?

there's also professional eyelash extension people but i have to drive so far for that and its soo expensive. plus they last for months and thats not necessary. i just need it for the whole night and until the morning when i go home.

so are makeup artists able to make them last that long or is are they just gonna fall of the same way they do when i put them on myself?



help!!!!! :( (link)
I think your lashes fall off because of the quality of the glue. It's probably just a bad glue. I wear false lashes almost every day (I'm a pro lol) and I don't have that problem. so it could also because of the way you put them on. Anyways, have the makeup artist apply it for you and I'm certain they will last longer. However, they tend to slip after a few hours no matter what. You'll be really active and sweating during the dance so don't be surprised if they are misaligned by then. You will have to take them off and re-apply them after your dance.

I'm hoping that you trim the lashes and sweep a coat of mascara under your lashes after you put the false ones on. This kinda fuses together your real lashes to the fake ones so it's less noticeable (to prevent it from looking like you have two sets of lashes).

you could ask for individual lashes as well. They tend to look a lot more natural.


15/f

even though i don't think there are many gay people in ym school being harassed, should i still do the day of silence? i support it and everything but i don't want it to be pointless

any advice? (link)
Well, if you truly support it, you should realize that the day of silence doesn't only represent the gay students at your school, but the gay community as a whole, like gays everywhere. It shouldn't really be a quantity over quality thing. Even if it's just for one person, I'm certain that person will really appreciate it. Also, don't be fooled by what happens behind closed doors. Just because you don't see something, that doesn't mean it isn't happening. Even if you think there aren't many homosexuals at your school being harassed, that doesn't mean that they aren't. Most people keep that stuff to themselves anyways. So, it's totally up to you if you should still participate or not, but if I were you I would.


Can baby oil help me get a tan if I lay out in the sun.?See Im really white.!Ive tried everythingg.!I get in the tanning bed every day for an hour and im still white as everr.!Ive started laying out in the sun every day and I havent seen so much as a sun burnn.Ive used every kind of tanning lotion and oil there is 2 usee.!I need helpp.?and a friend told me 2 use baby oil and that would get me darkk.!DOES IT REALLY WORKK.? (link)
Yes, baby oil will probably work. I don't see why it wouldn't because oil in general makes you darker. Most people get really dark on their T-zone (nose and forehead) because that's where the majority of oil is on their face.

Anyways, you really should NOT use baby oil because it has no sunscreen in it. It will get you dark, but won't protect you against harmful UV rays which will increase your risk of sun cancer. AND, because you have very fair skin, you are at a higher risk of getting skin cancer since you don't have as much melanin. People really don't take this skin cancer seriously because they don't see immediate results, but when you get older you'll really be sorry.

Instead of putting yourself at risk, have you tried self tanning sprays or lotions? There are so many of those products at meijer. there is also the kind that you put on daily and gradually build up a tan. Those are A LOT safer than burning yourself. Just be safe! But if you still want to go in the sun, there's a tanning lotion called Swedish beauty. I heard it works well.


Is it possible for an illegal immigrant to attend any type of college or university after highschool without having to wed for their papers? I know many people hold very strong opinions about illegal aliens, and I understand, but I'd appreciate if you didn't make it about that. ThnX in advance... (link)
No, basically the only way is for that person to get married. I'm sorry! I just asked a friend too and she said the same thing.


Okay well i just lost a lot of weght n i look really good,its just that i quess from when i was fat it left strech marks on my hips,and it looks really bad,so i was wondering if there is anyway i can get ride of them or im i stoke with them forever,or can i hide them,well anyway what cani do??? (link)
I used cocoa butter for like years and never worked for me. Go buy some Bio Oil.. it works WONDERS!! Seriously! they should have it at Meijer.


So I always wax my bikini area with Sally brand hot wax. It works great. The other day I decided to start waxing my armpits so i don't have to shave all the time. All the wax got stuck to my arms and pulled barely any hair off. I do not think I did anything different. Why does it work so good for the bikini area and not under my arms? are there any common mistakes I could be making. (link)

Armpits are a little tricky because the hair tends to grow in different directions. So, you sort of have to adjust to that and change the direction you pull the wax off.

Anyways, in addition to that, I think the problem is that you wax them by yourself. I didn't know that's even possible lol. Usually you have someone else do that because ideally you want your arm completely outstretched over your head so that the skin is as taught as you can make it. With one hand, they pull your skin back to make it more stretched and rip the strip off with their other hand.

Maybe you could have a friend/mom/sister help you with waxing your underarms.


im obsessed with my boyfriend v weve been going out for almost 3 years and were only in hs. weve done everything but sex and i am in love. ive tried to picture myself with someone else and i just cant. lately he has been pulling away and idk what to do because im obsessed what do i do to make him obsessed with me again and dont say talk to him because i would be right now but ive tried and he says nothing is wrong. just tell me what to do ill do anything (link)
Three years is a long time (that's how long my fiance and I have been together).

When a relationship is that old, you can't rely on puppy love and infatuation anymore. It's not like a crush.

Because it's so long, you have to keep yourselves from getting bored. Make some subtle changes or do something cute and sweet for him, like a random surprise or gift, even though it's for no special occasion.

Even though you are obsessed with him, you can't smother him. That'll only drive him away from you, which isn't what you want. He's already pulling away a little bit, so I think that's an indicator that he wants some space. I mean, you've already said that you've tried talking to him, so don't bother him anymore about it.

Like I said, just don't try to be annoying and keep asking him what's wrong (guys hate that), and leave some cute little notes, maybe frame a picture of you two, buy him something he likes, etc.

Do you have an idea of why he might be pulling away? Maybe it's something that doesn't involve you, like family or friend problems. Like I said, don't pry... but if the problem is that he's growing out of you, like moving on, I'm sorry hun but that's something you just can't change. I don't want to frighten you but you can't make someone love you ya know?

Anyways, me and my bf still fight a lot but we always work it out. I'm sure you'll be fine. Good luck!!


I'm 15 years old and a freshman in high school. I haven't done anything with a guy, and I'm totally cool with that. Lately a lot of people have randomly been asking me about my experience with that stuff and guys, and are really shocked to find out that I haven't done anything. A lot of girls around me are doing this and that with guys, and it looks distasteful, almost like they are trying to prove something by sticking their tongue down someone's throat. It's not that I think it's disgusting or gross when people do that sort of thing, but personally, I'm not really looking for anyone right now. If I'm not looking for someone to really be involved with, I'm not looking to be kissed. End of story. People almost make me feel bad about myself, though, when I say I'm just not into that right now. I have a lot of friends, and am comfortable with myself, but I can't help but feel stung when someone looks at me like I have three heads. I've said "I don't really want to talk about it" if someone asks me about what i've done and they go "ohhhh wow nothing?!..WHAT?!"

grrr. How can ignore these people and not feel like a weirdo about this. (link)
More power to ya!

You really just have to ignore them and think about this: Don't feel bad or left out because people are doing stuff. In the end, they're the ones being called whore and sluts behind their backs. Sometimes, they're even the ones who end up with STDs and wishing they were you. I'm sure any normal person would rather be called a prude as opposed to a whore.

Just continue to stay strong and respect yourself like you already are. What really matters is how you view yourself. As long as you stay true to you and you know the truth, that's all that should matter.

If people keep bothering you, just tell them exactly what you said right now.. that you're not looking for that right now and you are content with yourself. Say that you're not a prude, you just don't do that kind of stuff.

Anyways, screw what they think. You shouldn't be ashamed. If anything, they should probably be ashamed of themselves lol.


hi! im wearing this gorgeous dress to prom:

http://www.simplydresses.com/gown-by-manufacturer/detail.cfm?key=297318&v=PD&cat=mori-lee


you cant really tell as much in the picture but everything, especially the straps, are really detailed. its even more fancy in real life than online. theres a lot going on at the top and i dont want to cover it up with my hair. its gonna clash and look ugly and overdone. i have a LOT of hair. its long and kinda thick but at the same time i look like crap with my hair in an updo. what should i do with it? (link)

OMG THAT DRESS IS HOT AS HELLLLL!!!! I wish I had a dress like that when I went to prom :(

You're 100% right about not wearing your hair down. It'll really take away the focus of the dress and cover up the straps.

You should really wear your hair up, but if you reallly hate updo's, then you should wear a half-updo and half-down, or in a low bun. I have long, thick hair too, but it really works great with an updo.

Here are some styles I like (I know these are bridal pics but you can see that all the girls have thick hair too):

http://www.nycityweddings.com/chat/p/1643701_3.jpg
http://www.nycityweddings.com/chat/p/1643708_1.jpg
http://www.nycityweddings.com/chat/p/1643725_2.jpg
http://www.nycityweddings.com/chat/p/1643709_3.jpg
http://www.nycityweddings.com/chat/p/1643708_3.jpg

heres a page with TONS of pics:

http://www.nycityweddings.com/chat/topic.aspx?ID=170339


I have a great boyfriend.
He just always touches my stomach, he'll rub it and just sorta play with it when we're sitting on the couch. I'm not fat, but I do have a bit of a belly.
i just don't understand it, we'll jsut be walking and he'll grab my sides and give the bit of fat there and give it a little squeeze, or just pat my tummy. I just don't get why he likes it? I swear no one's supposed to like fat.
Or I sorta think it's because he weighs so little (like 100) pounds that he touches my stomach because he thinks I'm fat. Iunno. (link)

Aw that sounds cute!

Guys like it when girls have a little bit of cushion. I'm 100% serious. It's just nice to play with. They don't like stick skinny girls. It just isn't attractive.

I always see guys poking girls on their sides lol they think it's fun or something.

Humans are attracted to that by nature. A baby is more attracted to a mother that has cushion because it is soft, comfortable, and it supports the baby. Imagine if you were a baby and had to be pressed up against bones. It's hard and uncomfortable!


http://cdn-69.cdn.buzznet.com/assets/users12/zacsgirl/default/msg-115552110118.jpg
My hair is pin straight. How can i do this without a curling ironer? (link)

You can do this with a 1" flat iron.

But here, it looks like she braided her hair. After you wash your hair, put a little mousse in it, then braid it while it's still a little wet, but not too wet, I'd say like 50% dry. If it's too wet then it'll never dry on the inside. You should do this before you go to bed so you can take them out when you wake up. Also, the longer you leave the braids in, the longer the curl will hold.


prom is coming up and i need to lose about 10-15 lbs. in about a week and a half [if not sooner]

i know it's possible because i've done it before on a crash diet but my usual crash diet isn't working fast enough.

before anybody answers please note that:
- im pretty willing to try anything, as long as it works and doesnt dent my budget too much
- i understand the risks, i know how far i can push my body, please no lectures.
- i don't really care if the weightloss lasts it's just for one night.

so if anybody has any diet plans or anything that they know works really well please help me out! i was fasting but it wasn't coming off fast enough so i was wondering if i had like a detox drink along with my fast if that would help?

any and all advice is welcome, thank you! (link)
Yes, Jeanne is right about your body going in "starvation" mode. You sort of blow up because your metabolism is slowed down.

I won't lecture you, but basically, if you have to be pseudo-anorexic. There's the saltine diet where all you do is eat a couple of crackers a day and drink water. that basically works if you ate a little bit of one thing everyday (like the comment below about only eating peppers).

There's also the Special K diet where you eat a bowl of cereal instead of a real meal. You can have snacks in between (like a protein bar or fruit).

There's the diet where all you do is drink cranberry juice (make sure it's actually juice, not juice cocktail which is all sugar). Or you can just drink two slim-fasts a day.

There's this canned drink called Enviga. It looks like an energy drink. It's a drink that supposedly boosts your metabolism and burns a few extra calories. I'm not sure how well that works because I've never tried it.

AND, if you're really hardcore, you will do what wrestlers do. Wrestlers will drop anywhere from 5-20 lbs below their normal weight in order to compete in a lower weight class. What they do is INTENSE workouts, like wear LAYERS of sweats while using a bike machine in a SAUNA. You basically dehydrate yourself by sweating out every single drop of water you have. It's extremely unhealthy, but it works.

SO... eat very very little or workout in layers of sweats! or do a combination of both.


you know those lose skins by your nails well i pulled a piece of skin off the side of my nail now my finger is really swollen and it hurts!! is this normal what can i do to stop the swolling and the pain?? (link)

Ouch! I'm assuming you're talking about a hangnail? Next time you have one of those, just trim it as low down as you can instead of pulling it off.

I hope you cleaned the area with soap and water ASAP to prevent infection. Maybe apply some first aid antibiotic ointment and a band-aid as well.

You could rub an ice cube on it to make the swelling go down.


Well me and my boyfreind have been going out for 1 year Im only 14 and I haved had qute a few boyfreinds. Well are 1 year aniversy is on the 1st of next month and latly he had been pushing me to have sex and I just dont think im ready. Yes I love him but once you do somthing like that things just change. Im pretty sure on are aniversy night hes really going to try. So what should I do give in or not?
thanks in advanced
peace
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DON'T GIVE IN!!!

If you aren't ready, then you aren't ready. It's as simple as that. You already know that you don't want to. Listen to YOURSELF! It's YOUR body and YOU choose what to do to it, NOT your boyfriend or anyone else. If you go through with it, I'm 99% sure you will regret it.

Make sure you tell him how you honestly feel. If he truly cares about you, he will understand and respect you. You should never do anything unless you feel comfortable and ready to.


16/f/CT, USA
Summary of the story: James is 17/m. He's from South Carolina. He moved up to CT in January. He is possibly moving back to SC in July. He and I have become very close. He is very sexually experienced. He has had sex with 6 girls. We like each other but as of now we are just friends with benefits. I'm his 7th. We've had sex twice. Ive only had sex with one other person and that was 2 years ago and I regretted it because it was against my moral and religious beliefs. But with James, I just can't seem to say no. He's just so good at it.

Dilemma: I'm afraid to just end things with him. I don't want to lose out on a good friend. But then again I feel as if our relationship has become based on sex. I've talked to him about it and he said that he cares about me a lot and that sex is just a bonus.

Should I remain friends with benefits with him? Like continuing sex (because its fun for both of us) untill he leaves?

Or drop it?


My life was so boring before he came into it.





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I wouldn't really consider your relationship as "based on sex" if you've only had sex with him twice, but if you are doing other "stuff" with him, then I understand.

If there are feelings involved (like you actually started liking him), then I'd say drop it because you'll get hurt in the end. If the thought of him leaving makes you sad, then that's an indicator that you should probably stop. But if you know you'll be fine when he leaves, then I guess you can continue it.

In my opinion, you should still talk to him and be friends, but leave out the benefits part.




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