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For my sweet sixteen im throwing a party and the theme is Willy Wonka/Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, I was wondering if anyone had some ideas for decorations thanks.....by the way its @ a hall so its kind of in a big place, and I dont want the stuff to big too expensive cuz im paying for the decorations myself....thanks again (link)
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For my graduation party last year, my parents rented a champagne fountain for relatively cheap (I think it only cost like $20) and filled it with punch. It would be really cool if you had one at your Willy Wonka party and filled it with chocolate fondue- just like the chocolate waterfall from the movie.
(I'm not sure if that's the kind of idea you'd use, but it's one that came to mind)
Crepe paper is a good way to add lots of color and festivity for cheap. You can also use construction paper to cut out shapes to put on the walls and tables.
Instead of flowers as centerpieces, have bouquets of lollipops.
Hide handmade golden tickets around the room, and challenge your guests to "find the golden ticket." Make the tickets out of gold tissue paper or other metalic paper and tape them under chairs, intermixed in the wall decorations, hide them in napkins, by the stereo, wherever else you want.
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Hey.
I just moved & I found a great group to sit with at lunch, then I met a kid that doesn't like hanging out in a group, just with another person. So, today I decided I'd sit by him because I feel bad that he sits by himself. I asked the girls if it'd be okay that I sat by him, and they said, "yeah sure don't worry about it, it's completely fine!" So, I did. I went over & started talking asking him about how his day went & he told me he had to go study for a test in the library, and I just offered to help him study & he could just study at the seats where we were sitting. He said "No I'd rather sit in the library" So I was like there for 4 minutes, and he said he had to go. Which really pissed me off. I had to go back over to the group and say "Oh. *** left!" I felt so retarded!
Well, my question is: Should I ever talk to this kid again? Or sit by him? The only time I see him is lunch, and it makes me so mad that I take the time out of hanging out with friends that I made, and sitting by him when he doesn't even care if I'm there or not.
Thanks so much! (link)
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Do you think it's possible that he thinks you're only talking to him because you feel sorry for him? His leaving could be a matter of pride.
Do you really like this guy and want to be his friend? If yes, than yes, you should talk to him again. But take it slow- if he'd rather not be social and go to the library instead of eating lunch with you, respect that.
Not everyone likes to sit and talk. Try not to let this guy's actions offend you too much, and just continue to be friendly.
And sit with your other friends at lunch.
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I am having a new friend over today, and I would like some ideas on what we can do. I have DDR so that is one thing, but besides that all I can really think of is tv. I am a female/16 if it helps! Thanks! (link)
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Since she's a new friend, you should probably do more than sit around watching tv.
I read through some of the other answers, and it looks like you've already got a lot of great advice, so I won't add to the lists.
But I did want to mention that it's important to be a good hostess. Make your friend feel welcome at your house. :) It's also probably a good idea to offer her a snack and drink at some point. Ask what she'd like to do. Show her your room. Make sure you keep the conversation going.
Above all, relax! I'm sure you'll have fun. :)
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well i sing in my choir and i was wondering if anyone else was an alto or second soprano. i recently moved up to a higher choral group and was put in alto and i cant get used to it and i feel like less of a singer because im singing harmony instead of the melody. anyone have any experience? (link)
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First of all, harmony rocks! Once you get the hang of it, it's so much more interesting to sing than the melody line. Plus it's more of a challenge.
Getting the melody out of your head? Difficult, especially when you're used to being a soprano. But not impossible. First of all, pay attention to reading the music- not just singing by ear. Take your music home and play your line on the piano, if you can. (If you can't play piano, ask a friend to help). Focus on tuning out the sopranos (this is key).
As long as you don't feel the music is too low for your voice, you should be able to get used to being an alto in time. If it's really not working, talk to your choir teacher. Tell her your concerns (but don't whine!) and ask if there's any possibility you could be moved back to soprano.
Sorry this answer is a little late, hope my info still helped! Good luck!
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i need help in my spirtul life with god. im a christian an all that but i wan to grow mor with god!
how can i get closer to god?
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The first step is prayer. Stop and pray- tell God of your desire to get closer to him, ask him to help you, etc. God is always there, and he listens and answers all our prayers.
Other steps-
*Start reading the Bible more. Preferably every day. I like to keep my Bible by my bed and read at night. Other people I know start their day with Bible study. Whenever works for your schedule.
*A good devotional book or Bible study book can help give you focus. Ask Christian friends or your pastor for reccommendations. Or go to any Christian bookstore- one of the store clerks can probably give you suggestions.
*Keep a prayer journal. Write down your worries, concerns, asking God for help. Write down your joys, too, and questions. If you're also reading the Bible, you can write your thoughts and what stood out in your daily reading.
*Go to church regularly. If not Sunday services, then youth group. Being around other Christians is a great way to grow in your faith. My high school had a student-led prayer group that I went to weekly and learned a lot at.
*Get a mentor. Someone who is a strong Christian themself who can pray for you and support you in your journey. A friend, someone at church, a family member- anyone you feel close to.
Basically it all comes down to a few things: prayer, reading the Bible, and Christian fellowship. The most important of these is prayer.
I love to think of God as one of my best friends. Sure, he's also the all powerful creator of the universe. But he loves me unconditionally, always listens, I can tell him anything, he's always there.
Somehow, comparing praying to God to talking with my friends makes him seem closer, rather than praying to him up in the clouds and hoping he chooses to answer.
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this kid asked me out and hoped i would say no just to be mean.. what do u suggest i do ? (link)
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Say no. You don't actually want to date someone who doesn't actually like you, do you? Sure, it was mean, but that doesn't mean you have to let it affect your self-esteem.
And next time you ask a question please remember to use capital letters. :)
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heres the thing me my friend shawn the guy i like david and this girl sharon went and hung out at mulligains it was all cool but then later that night i found out sharon was the ex of the guy i like david and my heart just fell how could he bring his ex on a date with me and not tell me about her well me and the ex had a talk and she said she wanted me to be happy and she knew that being with david would make me happy so i told david this and his heart fell he said he was gonna give up trying to get back with her and that he need time to get over it now i felt so bad cause of telling him this but he said hes happy i did and that after time that he needs he will then hook up with me what do you think? (link)
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a) Don't spam questions just because they got deleted from the main pages.
b) Use at least some punctuation and grammer. A few capital letters and periods to separate sentences go a long way towards coherent questions.
c) As long as you've done your best to treat David decently, don't worry so much about whether he'll like you. If it works out, it works out.
d) There are plenty of fish in the sea. If this doesn't work out, the next guy will come along soon enough.
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Im sorry its quite long but i really really do need help! I know its kinda bribing but I will give you 5 if its any reasonable answer! lol!
I have a friend, lets call her Hobbit because she is very short. Now she is, not that im being mean, rather unatractive but quite a nice person. She met this guy on the internet, we will call him Ent because he is very very tall.
Ent and Hobbit got together when he asked her out about a week or 2 after they started talking. He is 21 and she is 17. Quite a lot of her friends didnt like the idea of this so she told them she had dumped him but was actually still going out with him. I didnt really like the sound of it but i knew someone would have to stay on her good books to help her if things went pair shaped. Anyway, she met up with him for the first time last saturday and I came too because i wouldnt let her go on her own because he had been sounding more and more freaky by the day. When i met him though i thought yeh maybe he is alright, but i have discovered recently just how tempremental, slightly peverted and freaky he really is, oh and he also likes to mess with peoples minds for fun.
How can I convince someone who thinks the world of him, who falls for anyone who comes her way, that he is bad news and that i am scared for her, i have tried explaing to her but it just wont get through and im really really worried for her. (link)
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How can you convince her this guy is bad news? Not easily. However, no matter what happens, you can continue to be a supporting, caring friend.
Let "Hobbit" know that you care about her, and that you're not trying to prevent her from having a boyfriend. Explain why you don't like "Ent." Use specific examples, not just "I have a feeling" or "I don't like him." Describe what things have creeped you out. Write out a list if you have to.
Now, it's likely she won't listen.
If it's really scary, you could consider talking to her parents. Do they know she's dating a 21 year old she met on the internet? Have they met him?
If she's not listening? Still try to keep an eye on her. Let her know, and show her that, you care. Be a friend. As long as she still has good friends like you in her life, she's got a chance.
(I'll admit I don't usually answer this sort of question, but I liked the LotR nicknames :) Yes, I'm a geek)
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My ex girlfriend won't stop trying to talk to me and still wants to be friends, even though I have told her multiple times I do not. I haven't really told her this to her face, but I do post it on my website which I know she visits regularly. She even offered to take me to the movies. I know this sounds immature and stupid, but could you help me?
Thanks,
-Dr.Socko (link)
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You need to talk to her. Preferably in person. The only way she'll get the message is if you make it clear. Be direct. Explain that you don't want to be friends, and would appreciate it if she'd stop contacting you.
However, remember that she has feelings too, so while you need to make the message clear, you also need to be considerate.
The extreme option, of course, is to file a restraining order.
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Hey guys!! My friend and I are pooling together, (15 bucks each) to get our guy friend a going-away present. He's about to be a freshman, and he's moving to Pennsylvania if that helps. We don't really know what exactly we can get him. Anyone have any ideas? I'll rate 5's for good ideas! Thanks. xo (link)
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When I moved in 9th grade, a group of my friends gave me a "new town care package" as a gift. I loved it. They decorated the box, and put a letter in the top cover explaining each item.
Ideas to put in a care package (modify slightly for a guy, make it not so cutesy):
- stationary and stamps (don't forget to include your addresses)
- phone card
- disposible camera (he can send you pics of his new town and new friends)
- map from new town to old town (so no excuse not to visit)
- framed picture of you guys (decorate the frame for a personal touch)
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ok me & my gf has beenin planing to go out for a long time now. i was wondering where a good place to take her would be?
-thanks
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Hmm... well, considering you didn't describe anything about you or your girlfriend's personalities, it's hard to know what would be a "good" date for you.
However, I will put in my two cents to say that going to a restaurant isn't always the best. Yes, it's the typical stereotype date. But going out, just the two of you, to a restaurant can put on a lot of pressure, especially if it's a fancier place.
Movies are also a stereotypical date. Sure, a movie can be fun. But keep in mind that you don't really get to know a person by sitting next to them in a dark crowded theater. And what if it's a bad movie?
Anyways, if you decide to do dinner- go somewhere casual and familiar. If you decide to do a movie- make sure it's a good one that you'll both enjoy, and plan to go for ice cream or something afterwards.
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okay, well i have a black dad and a white mom.. well i dont have white hair and i dont have black hair either.. but its frizzy. it looks REALLY pretty when its straightened, but when you dont put special stuff on it, it looks bad.. anyway, is there any special straightening stuff that you guys know of to put on my hair? (link)
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Have you considered having your hair relaxed? It's like a perm- except instead of making straight hair curly, it makes curly hair straight. Probably would work well for you. If you're interested, ask your hairdresser about it next time you go in for a haircut.
For everyday straightening, use a straightening serum, like Frizz-Ease. Also, make sure you're using a good conditioner.
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I'm working out more, and I'm off sodas and sugar, but I want to know, what are some good or okay foods to eat for like, lunch, dinner that I could actually convince my mom to make for dinner or lunch? Also, what are some good or okay foods I can prepare and actually like for lunch? *btw, I get sick when I eat seafood, so I can't eat any type of fish.* I'Ll rate HigH! (link)
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lunch-
*turkey or ham sandwich made with wheat bread. Adding lettuce, cucumber, pickles, tomato, low-fat mayonaise, etc. is good.
*soup- preferably low-sodium
*salad- make sure you add some protein- cheese or cut-up lunch meat or chicken, and plenty of vitamin-rich veggies
*make your own mini-pizza- english muffin or pita bread, with pizza sauce and low-fat mozzerella cheese, veggies like peppers and olives, chicken, oregano
dinner-
*skinless chicken breast
*lean steak
*veggies- now that it's summer, grill your veggies, they taste really good that way!
*whole-wheat pasta and spaghetti sauce with fresh parmesan cheese
*stir-fry (veggies and teriaki sauce, meat optional, over rice)
*baked potato with fat free sour cream
snacks-
*yogurt
*fruit (lots of it! apples, grapes, strawberries, watermelon, cantaloupe, clementines)
*fruit juice popsicles, or crystal light popsicles for low-calorie
*light popcorn
*rice cakes
*sugar-free jello
*pretzels
Check out some cookbooks from your local library, and use them for ideas for low-fat, nutrient rich meals.
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I'm 16...I recently applied for a part time job at tescos, my local store is recruiting because they're extending the store. It would be handy to work there because it's fairly close to where I live and it's a big store and the kind of working environment I'd prefer... anyway my friend also applied there at the same time as me and her application got accepted and she now has a place there. I got rejected :( I know she had very open hours written on my form whereas I cut off weekend evenings and some weekday evenings (which when I applied I couldn't actually work because I had other commitments) but now my weekend evenings are free and I was wondering if it would be wise to reapply? Or should I just find somewhere else? I would really like to get a part time job here but do you think they might have my name listed somewhere and... boot me off or something lol... I reckon my hours are the reason my application was rejected. There was also some questionaire thing that could have been the problem but I'm confussed, should I go back to the recruitment office and explain to them my hours are better would it be possible for me to reapply or just reapply or leave it?
Any help would be greatly appreciated =)! (link)
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You've really got nothing to lose by reapplying. What's the worst they can do? Reject you again, sure, but who cares.
Another option is to go in and speak with the manager. Or call, that works too. Wear nice clothes, and maturly ask (without whining) if there was any specific reason your application was rejected. Explain that there have been changes in your schedule (the now free weekends) and ask if you can re-apply. It's possible that the extra effort in the follow-through might land you the job.
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Hey me and my friend are having a party and we want some good ideas because we dont want it to be way lame. nothing corny like clowns and baloons. but we are 14 and its a boy/girl party and its going to have alot of people so keep that in mind thanks. (link)
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Well, since it's summer, outside parties are good. Either pool party, BBQ, or bonfire are all great.
Keep in mind that boys like sports. So planning a fun game of frisbee, football, squirt gun fight, or whatever else your group of friends like, is a good idea.
If you end up inside, good activites are movies and games. If you've got it, pool table, foosball, air hockey, etc. are almost always very popular. Have a couple comedy type movies to play for downtime if you like- but be prepared for people to talk right through them.
Board games are fun. Party games are even better- ones I like are Catchphrase, Blurt, Taboo, Guesstures, Cranium, ImagineIFF, and Twister.
Every party needs food- and lots of it. Be sure to have plenty of soda and snacks to last the night.
Another thing every party needs is music. So be sure you've got that in the plans. (But make sure you don't play it too loud- don't want neighbors calling and complaining!)
To make your party special, it might be fun to have a theme. Like beach/hawaiian, or 50's Rock and Roll, or whatever else you think of. However, a party doesn't need a theme to be a rockin' good time, it just could be a fun added touch.
If you want to decorate (with no special theme), go for crepe paper. Balloons work, too, but don't be surprised when someone decides to start popping them and such.
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ok so i was wondering how long will it take me to get a flat stomach..im not asking for abs that show just to lose about 35 pounds and get a flat stomach. this really means alot to me, cuz since im overweight no guy ever likes me even though they can tell im fat. we r going to corpus christi with my swim team this weekend and everyone i know is going to wear a 2 peice and be all pretty, will i'll be stuck in my one piece and all the guys will go to my one friend. so please help me. thnx in advance. i'll rate high to anyone who is nice to me. (link)
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I would think that with being on swim team, you'd be in pretty good shape. That said, you're probably getting enough exercise. To step up your healthyness, watch what you eat. I'm not saying diet. Eat healthy, drink lots of water, cut back on fatty/sugary junk food. Whole grains, veggies, fruits, low-fat dairy.. all are important staples in a healthy diet.
Doing crunches will help the stomach area. Try making a routine of doing them for a few minutes either just before bed, or in the morning, or whatever time would be convenient in your schedule. Playing music is a great way to keep track- do crunches for say 2-3 songs with a good rythym. Step it up- either speed or time, as it gets too easy. Mix it up with different types of crunches.
That said, doing sit-ups/cruches alone is NOT going to make you lose 35 lbs.
The important thing about body image is not how much you weigh, but in how you carry yourself. The pretty girls aren't always the most physically attractive ones- they're the ones who seem attractive because of their confidence in their bodies and attitude.
If you sit at the side of the pool wrapped in your towel and slouched, watching your friends have all the fun, then of course no boy will notice you (not saying this is you- just making an example). However, if you put yourself in the action- strike up a conversation with a guy, laugh, smile, flirt, your confidence and bright shining personality will show through.
So stand up straight (good posture is attractive), smile and laugh lots (but not so much it's fake), and just generally have a good time. Wear clothes that you feel good in, that suit your body type and flatter your best features.
And try not to worry about finding a guy now. The right guy will love you for who you are, not just how you look in a bikini.
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It is always a competition between my best friend and I for who can get a better tan over the course of the summer. We do it naturally by laying outside instead of fake baking. We don't tan ecessivley or anything, but lately I've been wondering about skin cancer and all that. My mom told me to use some sun tan lotion to block the violent rays of the sun..but will that stop me from getting a good tan? Thx (link)
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Most of what I've read and heard lately is that current research is saying that many cases of skin cancer are probably caused by really bad sunburn as a younger child, and not by tanning like people think.
So tanning a lot isn't necessarily going to increase your chance of skin cancer.
However, excessive tanning does cause premature wrinkles. You know those women with really rough leathery skin and wrinkles at age 40 who look a lot older than they actually are? Those are the women who probably spent their young summers tanning.
So cosmetically, you have to decide what's the greater of the two evils- being paler now, or looking 60 at age 40?
Sunscreen, like SPF 15, SPF 20, SPF 30, SPF 45, is designed to protect your skin from the sun's rays. If you slather up with it, you're not going to tan as quickly. However, suntan lotion or oil with a low SPF, like SPF 4 or SPF 8, isn't going to slow down you tan very much, or provide a lot of protection either.
I personally choose to use SPF 15. I feel protected, yet still tan a little. However, if I'm spending all day in the sun (like at camp or a waterpark), I go for something stronger.
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me and my mom dont have a very good relationship! i am 13! i want to tell her so many things but i am usually too embarrassed to tell her! there isnt really anybody else to talk to about stuff! i want to be able to tell her what happens at school and who i am going out with! i would also like to get her to let me go to the movies on friday nights! dont say jsut talk to her about it bc i cant! its not that easy! thanx! (link)
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Spending more time with your mom is a good step toward building a better relationship. Going shopping, watching movies, going out for coffee or lunch, walking, gardening, crafts,... all are ideas of activities you could do with your mom. Try inviting her to do something with you. It might seem a little awkward, but I think your mom will be thrilled that you want to spend time with her. Having fun leads to light-hearted, open conversation. Conversation may lead to opportunities to ask/tell your mom about the topics you want to talk about.
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I'm a 16 yr old female. I've been trying my hardest to change my eating habits, but it's so hard! I've been trying to avoid junk food but it's really difficult, and I haven't been doing the best job. It's just so much easier to eat something bad for you. I buy all healthy food for myself but my family loves stuff thats bad for you, and I can't help but grab some junk food instead of an apple or soemthing. I need to start avoiding it but it's EVERYWHERE! Please give me some advice on how to ignore the temptation and become healthier! Thank you so much. I rate 5's! (link)
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My neighbor has this sign on her fridge: "Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels". Best dieting slogan I've ever heard.
Suggestions:
-Chew gum, suck on sugar-free candies
-Stay out of the kitchen
-Take up knitting, or some other activity that will keep you busy to prevent wanting to snack
-Watch your portion size- if you decide to have some chips, take out a bowl, put some in, then close the bag and put it back in the cubbord.
-Don't forbid yourself from eating any one food- moderation is key. If it's off-limits, it makes it all the more tempting.
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I know this boy, let's call him Jon. We're really close friends and I have his phone number and my sister wants to call him and ask him out for me because I want to go out with him but last time she did that for me for another guy that I used to like, he said "No". I'm really shy around boys that I like but I'm not shy around him. We're best friends and everything's cool but... I don't know what to do! I'm so confused!
Please help! I rate good ratings for good answers!
~~~Brittany~~~ (link)
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If you're best friends with him, then you're better off asking him out yourself rather than having your sister do it.
Yes, you're afraid of rejection, so I suggest you weigh it out- he's your friend, so you should have some idea of how he feels about you. Ask yourself- is there a chance he likes you too? If you think yes, then ask him out. If you think no, then having your sister ask him out won't make the rejection any less awkward- you're still going to see him, and unless you lie and say your sister called without you knowing as an evil prank, it has the potential to ruin your friendship. Another possibility is that instead of being blunt and asking him out now, in your confused state, take the more subtle route of flirting- try flirting with him for a few days, see how he reacts. Does he flirt back? Ignore it? Seem completely oblivious?
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