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BY GL ON 6/27/2011 9:00:00 AM

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theres a lot of girls that think my olderbrothers "hot" and it bugs me even my friend do. and my friend was all like "omg ur brother is so hot and athletic and smart and amazing he is perfect in every way hotter than anyone" the other day and im like "o my gosh shut up PLZ" and it bugs me so much and its not just one person its a lot of my friends and some other people ugh its annoying when my FRIENDS call him "amazing" i mean arent they supposed to support my decision to h8 him???




Hey girlie,

They should respect you if you honestly tell them, seriously without laughing or anything, that you don't want to hear him being called hot or anything. But that doesn't mean they have to hate him too! He's older and, if he is attractive, it's natural for your friends to scope him out - and they might very well develop crushes on him. Try to roll with it and keep telling them that they can have all the feelings toward him they want, but you really don't wanna hear about it. True and loyal friends will get the message and stop focusing on it so much when you're around Smile 
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by oceanlover69 on 6/27/2011 8:44:17 PM

 
 



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I have a big family with a lot of pets and a big house. my mom just started making us do chores, and theres huge things on it like vaccuum the whole house (we have a BIG house), make dinner, dust all the furniture, brush all our cats and dogs, and a lot more, not even including the reg. stuff like making our bed, etc. But my lil bro only has to do 3 things, and hes 10!! my parents baby him sooo much, I HATE IT! I only get $12 a week too!!! its really unfair. whenever I try to talk to my mom, she just says I'm a spoiled brat. HELP >Frown




Hey girl,

Just try to do your chores well and without complaining at first. I know it seems like a lot of work but, if you commit to it and focus on it, it'll be done quickly! Then, once some time passes, try approaching mom and dad in a mature way. Tell them you've done your chores on time for a couple weeks now and you wanted to talk about how they've been divided between you and your brother. Tell them you don't expect them to give him big chores like vacuuming - and that you understand he's younger so he'll get fewer chores than you. But you also want it to be a bit more fair, like maybe giving him one little chore off your list! Be calm and let your parents know you're all about compromising - that way, it'll be more likely for them to help ya out Smile
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by jo7jo on 6/27/2011 6:06:06 PM

 
 



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So, I'm gonna do swimming lessons with my friend. The problem is that I'm scared that I'm gonna embarrass myself in front of my bffl. And, other people. I don't know how to swim good but I'm ok. Any advice? Thanks!~JellybeanxD




Hey girl,

Just talk about it ahead of time so your bestie knows what to expect! Ask her if she's a good swimmer, then tell her you're kinda worried because the other people in the lessons might be better than you are. That way, you've gotten your concerns off your chest - and now you can face the class with your BFF at your side to support you. But don't forget that lessons are for people to learn how to swim better! They won't all be pros Smile
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by jellybeanxD on 6/27/2011 5:57:55 PM

 
 



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I'm really starting to run out of free/cheap things to do. I just moved to NV from AZ. (major weather change!) And I haven't started school so I don't know anyone except my neighbors. Can you think of things I can do to be healthy and happy and active? I really don't want to lose my awesome figure and healthy metabolism . I'm hoping I can also keep up my grades. Everything being new is a struggle. I need a little advice!




Hey girl,

Try to get creative with your surroundings! Go somewhere, even if it's just a library or a new restaurant, that you've never been before. Grab some books and lose yourself in different worlds. Take up a hobby and find a cheap class to join based on that topic. (Or even a class at a local summer school?) Go to a public pool with a neighbor or a fam member - and, if you see people your own age, say hello! Take advantage of the fact you just moved here. Tell them you're new to town, introduce yourself, and ask them if they have any recommendations for fun stuff to do in the summer Smile It's tough to meet people when you don't have school classes to help ya out, but remember that you only have a couple months left to get through! Try to make the most of it!
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by Purplelicous- on 6/27/2011 4:50:57 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD!!!! I'm trying to hook my bff and a guy in our class together so i asked one of his friends who he likes. his friend said that he doesn't know but he thinks he obviously likes me.... I already have a boyfriends so I'm not interested AT ALL, my friend just asked me to email her the convo between me the guys friend and me! what should i do?!

Hey girly,
Just pretend that you deleted the conversation by accident and that he said he didn't like anyone. Then, drop this whole hook up thing. The last thing you would want to do is hurt everyone involved.


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by qtpie42 on 6/27/2011 3:14:40 PM

 
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