My home break, Kalama’s, can sometimes get moderately big waves, and these past few weeks it’s been getting exactly that. My days are punctuated by spontaneous runs down to the beach, usually at some bizarre time like 5:30 am or 11:50 pm. The waves are soft and hard at the same time, and I throw my body into them like one throws themselves off a building. The impact is strong, but satisfying. With the summer months being hot and sticky, the distance to the beach has gotten shorter. Most times it feels like the only logical place to go as I walk around the house or the city sponged in…
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3 Jun 2009 | 12:55 amI was drinking iced water the other day, looking at the chunks of frozen liquid bouncing off the sides, and I remembered France. There isn’t iced water, only water without ice. The cultural weirdness of this got me spinning and thinking about graduation. Right of passage? Dancing naked around flames? I was eating dinner with my dad the other day and we were eating french fries. Our faces were greasy and we stared at each other not really needing to say anything. Then I asked, “What was your graduation like?” and he said, “It was big, there were over a thousand people… -
Of Honor and Ice Cream Men
13 May 2009 | 2:19 amHe’d had one job, in high school, though if he were honest he’d admit that it was his dream. He was an ice cream man. He never really understood how he got the job, but he scooped and drove and rang the bell like no other. On the job, he proudly wore a vintage suit he’d found at Goodwill for five dollars. He felt as though this is a how an ice cream man should be—well dressed, kind, benevolent, and jolly. The kids used to come running down the block to line up for him and he’d play games with them in the baking summer months as the melted cream ran down their sticky faces. He… -
Scholarship essay
27 Apr 2009 | 2:39 pmI won a thousand dollars thanks to this essay! *** My life has been filled with defining moments—moments that have guided my future in deep, lasting ways. The first, most lasting moment was ten years ago, at the beginning of my life and education. It was a still late August afternoon. The sun directed its heat with focus onto the backseat car windows, and I sat in its warmth looking up through the glass. I was five years old, and being driven home by my grandma. In school that day, our teacher had introduced beginner-reading books and it’s why I couldn’t really see the towering green… -
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22 Apr 2009 | 12:11 pm“Once, a very long time ago, I found a journal on the bus. It was sitting on the very last row by the window, and I didn’t notice it until I had sat down and situated myself. The cover shiny and unblemished, but it looked used and possibly loved. Most of the pages were written on, they flipped easily and I noticed sketches and neat, box-like handwriting. The very back of the last page had the words, “Tell me how it finishes,” written in all capitals on it. As the bus let people off at the last stop before it entered the Pali, people streamed out the doors and I settled…
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Lucas Till’s BIG SECRET: “I Am An AWFUL Dancer!”
3 Jul 2009 | 1:00 pmWe at BOP and Tiger Beat know how much you LOVE Lucas Till. That’s why WE are spilling a secret about him that you might not know about! Did you know that when he was filming Hannah Montana: The Movie he had to turn to Miley for help? For what? The “Hoedown Throwdown”! “I am an awful dancer,” he confessed to Tiger Beat and BOP, “I spent three hours with Miley, like, one-on-one session to get that down and I still barely got it,” he smiled, “It’s REALLY hard!” Well, you could have fooled US, Lucas! You pulled it off AMAZINGLY in the movie. Really… -
OMG! Is Selena STAR STRUCK?!
3 Jul 2009 | 12:00 pm(Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Even though Selena Gomez is a HUGE celeb, the Wizards star gets star struck every so often herself! Selena recently told BOP and Tiger Beat about a star encounter, that left her speechless when she ran into one of her FAVORITE actresses, Jennifer Aniston. “I ran into the restroom when Jennifer Aniston was in the restroom and she looked at me and she goes, ‘hi!’” So, how do YOU think Selena reacted when one of her fave actresses started talking to her?! “I started shaking and I ran, so I was very embarrassed I love her.” If YOU have an… -
Are YOU A Celeb Lookalike? Prove It!
3 Jul 2009 | 8:00 amHave you ever been told you look like a celebrity? Do your friends compare your looks to stars like Selena Gomez, Jennifer Stone, Demi Lovato or Kristen Stewart? Have you ever been mistaken for Vanessa Hudgens, Brenda Song, Chelsea Staub, Miley Cyrus, or ANOTHER celeb? Well, WE wanna see! Send YOUR celeb lookalike pics (with your first name, age and state) to thia@tigerbeatmag.com and it could end up on our website or in one of our mags! The comments are off in this post because we just need your email! Can’t wait to see ‘em! -
OMG! ANOTHER PRINCESS PROTECTION PROGRAM Prop Giveaway!
2 Jul 2009 | 5:07 pm(DISNEY CHANNEL/FRANCISCO ROMAN) LAST week we posted the COOLEST contest where all of YOU could enter-to-win ACTUAL props from Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez’s movie Princess Protection Program. Well, guess what? To celebrate the DVD of the movie (which is out TODAY!), we’re giving away MORE props from the film! There are SIX MORE props so there will be SIX MORE winners! Here’s what we’re giving away NOW: Demi’s PINK TOILETRY BOX that she’s holding in the picture above: This PRETTY Costa Luna Medallion Box: This BEAUTIFUL blue dress worn by Jamie Chung (who… -
Miranda Cosgrove’s SUMMER Plans!
2 Jul 2009 | 3:53 pmWOW! Can you believe it’s already July?! Time flies by when you’re having so much fun! Summer will be over before we know it! Luckily we caught up with Miranda Cosgrove to find out what her plans are for the rest of the summer! “Just going to the beach, hanging out with my friends, seeing movies, having a lot of sleepovers. I’m happy there’s not going to be any schoolwork for a little while.” We are too! Miranda also told us she’ll be hanging out at the beach this summer! “I love the beach! I’m going to go to the beach like crazy, that’s my thing for the summer. I want to…
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FREEBIE FRIDAY: STRAIGHTEN UP
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Do you want to write a love story for Seventeen?
2 Jul 2009 | 9:37 amAre you an awesome, talented writer with a captivating and unusual story? Seventeen is seeking girls to open up about their experiences for a new Love column, and we want to hear from you! For example, did you lose your virginity to the wrong guy? Are you guilt-free about cheating on your boyfriend? Do you always fall for booty call texts from your ex? Tell your tale for a chance to see yourself and your writing in the pages of Seventeen! -
Has Facebook changed your life?
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Are you a shopaholic?
2 Jul 2009 | 2:28 amDo you have a serious shopping addiction, in a bad way? Like, a shopping problem that's lead to stress, debt, lying, stealing, fighting--or even Shopaholics Anonymous? Tell us all about your shopping addiction, and we may contact you to have your story appear in an upcoming issue of SEVENTEEN! -
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Ann Shoket's blog!
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Do you have a messy hook up story from college?
24 Jun 2009 | 2:51 amDid you hook up with a guy who didn’t remember you in the morning? Did you do the walk of shame only to be jeered at by his housemates?We’re really looking to get at the emotional aspect of this – we want to tell a story that connects with our readers!Note: If you would like to be considered for one of our stories, your photo submission must be a JPEG file no smaller than 3" x 5", with a resolution of no less than 300 DPI.
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Beyonc and Her Mom Launch New Clothing Line!
2 Jul 2009 | 10:34 amGoing back to school in the fall always calls for a few new additions to our wardrobes. This year, we're thinking of something more fierce than just a new t-shirt or jeans — we're loving Beyoncé's new fashion line, Sasha Fierce for Deréon! Beyoncé and her mom, Tina Knowles, are launching this new label for back-to-school styles. The collection includes sportswear, outerwear, handbags, shoes, sunglasses, jewelry, and even lingerie! Some of the clothing and accessories will be funky and hip-hop-inspired, while other items will be more cute and girly. Some of the pieces we've… -
Seventeen Sale Alert: 20% Discount On Jewelry From LittleRooms.com!
2 Jul 2009 | 10:15 amIt's almost July 4th weekend, and you know what that means — tons of awesome parties, BBQs, and beach trips! And at websites like LittleRooms.com, this weekend also means some awesome sales. Little Rooms sells one-of-a-kind vintage jewelry and accessories made from solid gold, sterling silver, and vermeil (a combo of gold, silver, and other metals). The site is offering a special discount from Thursday, July 2 through Monday, July 6. Just enter the promo code "LRJULY4" when you're about to check out, and you'll receive 20% off your entire purchase! The funky-chic jewelry line includes… -
Contest! Win a $2,500 Poppy by Coach Shopping Spree
2 Jul 2009 | 1:25 amCONTEST: Are You A Poppy Girl? Show Coach what makes you a Poppy Girl by designing your own, one-of-a-kind Poppy virtual scrapbook page. Download your favorite Poppy personality and style her in Poppy handbags and accessories. Add more flair with Poppy prints, logos, and fonts, and download your own images and photos for a personalized page. Your Poppy scrapbook page could be transformed into an animated wallpaper page available for download on coach.com/poppy and Facebook. (Wouldn't that accomplishment be a great on college applications and fashion resumes??) Check out my Poppy scrapbook… -
Which Celeb Has the Cutest Jeans? Vote now!
1 Jul 2009 | 10:06 amOf course celebs have good genes, but these stars also have great jeans! Whose do you like the best? Blake's dark wash flares, Kristen's standard straight leg blue jeans, the JoBros artfully bunched up skinny jeans, or Emma Roberts's black skinny jeans? Tell us your fave in the comments! -
50 Days of Back-to-School Clothes!
1 Jul 2009 | 10:00 am50 days of back-to-school clothes!
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Seventeen on Makeup
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Hayden Panettiere
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Back-to-School Hairstyles and Makeup Ideas!
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Celebrity Beauty Battle
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Leighton Meester
1 Jul 2009 | 1:38 amGet Leighton's beauty look!
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Seventeen on Health
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"I Can't Stop Sweating!"
2 Jul 2009 | 8:07 amQ: I have some serious sweating issues. I can't find a product or combination of products that can put an end to my underarm issues, and I've been through the market several times over. Even the super-strength stuff doesn't seem to have any effect! It's really embarrassing because even the smallest amount of physical activity has me sweating like there's no tomorrow. Any advice? -Emily, 16 Click "read more" to see what Emily should do! -
Health Latest
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"I Keep Comparing Myself To My Friends!"
30 Jun 2009 | 8:07 amQ: My close friends are all stick-thin, except one, who is just about my size. I keep comparing myself to her. I think things like, "Oh, I look so much skinnier today," or "Ugh, she looks thin in tank tops; I have to change into one." How can I stop comparing myself to her, and the others around me? -Emili, 19 Click "read more" to see what Emili should do! -
Seventeen's Fitness Finder
26 Jun 2009 | 9:32 amFind fitness videos for your personality! -
How to Eat for A Better Body!
24 Jun 2009 | 3:27 amYou want to eat healthy without feeling hungry, right? That's why stars like Miley Cyrus turn to trainer and nutritionist Harley Pasternak. His 5-Factor Diet helps you pick yummy foods that keep you satisfied! Check out Harley's recipes by clicking "read more," and don't forget to pick up the July 2009 issue of Seventeen for even more of Harley's delicious ideas!
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College Latest
30 Jun 2009 | 11:00 pmGet the widget and find cool volunteer jobs! -
Celeb Smarties
28 Jun 2009 | 11:00 pmFind out where your favorite celebs went to school! -
Bedroom Battle
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Stay Organized!
17 Jun 2009 | 12:13 amGet organized for back-to-school with these tips!
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Erin Lucas Leaves The City
3 Jul 2009 | 5:24 amErin Lucas revealed to a reporter on Tuesday that she will not be on MTV's The City - apparently, due to a falling out with the star of the show, Whitney Port. Fret not, friends have been hired. Whit-Whit has been seen filming with new besties in tow. But, who are they??? Ah, as long as, we see all the drama on the screen - we will be happy! Erin, we'll miss you! -
Beckhams & Briefs
3 Jul 2009 | 3:12 amHere is one of the power couple's ads for Emporio Armani underwear. Well, maybe it's a little more or a little less of The Becks in their briefs... -
Fourth of July Fab
2 Jul 2009 | 11:54 pmThe 4th of July. An excuse to dress up in festive clothes, bbq and hang out with friends and eat salty munchies. But what to wear? Not only is it day-to-night activities, but you don't want to pull a George Banks and be a total party pooper (that's why we invited you!) avoiding the red, white and blue all together, but, then again, you don't want to be so obviously festive that you look like a walking Old Navy ad (or a pro wrestler). Here's how to dress for the beach to the fireworks, just show up, grab that hot dog and enjoy. For That Beachy BBQ/Poolside Celebration: Bathing suit… -
Casey Sunglasses
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C'lebs love that summer staple - the jean short
2 Jul 2009 | 11:00 pmJean shorts get a bad rap for being touristy or unchic, despite being a major player in America's summer wardrobes. But Tori Spelling and Nicky Hilton show that the shorts can be casually stylish. These cut offs are both the Heartloom Delancey Daisy short. The trick to jean shorts is to make sure you have the body for them, you wear them where it's appopriate (the beach or mall - not dinner or an event), and they hit you at a flattering point (just like a skirt). While the Heartloom shorts aren't available on the Web, it's easy to DIY a pair of cut off shorts or check out the selection…
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The CFDA/Teen Vogue Scholarship, in Partnership With Target
30 Jun 2009 | 9:00 pmApply now for your chance to win a $25,000 scholarship to your dream design school. -
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28 Jun 2009 | 9:00 pmStretch the rules--and your imagination! There's more than one way to wear fall's must-have leggings. -
Top Summer Gadgets
24 Jun 2009 | 9:00 pmThese great tech finds for summer are all about convenience, good design, and fun, bright colors to keep you entertained and connected in style. -
Cover Look: Emma Watson
21 Jun 2009 | 9:00 pmEmma Watson has magically transformed from Harry Potter's precocious overachiever to a full-blown glamour girl. Now the sassy star starts her next act--college. -
Fashion Crisis: Emma Watson
21 Jun 2009 | 9:00 pmHow do I get our cover girl's look?
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Emma Watson's Career Makeover Plans
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Daniel Radcliffe Laughs off Kissing Scenes
3 Jul 2009 | 4:06 pmThere's a big smooch in the new Harry Potter movie, but Daniel doesn't seem too phased by it! -
Paul Iacono: Star of "Fame"
2 Jul 2009 | 11:00 pmOur exclusive chat with the cute star of the upcoming film. -
Johnny Depp's Big Hearted Hospital Visit
2 Jul 2009 | 5:41 pmJohnny came dressed in his most famous character and brought smiles to some very sick kids. -
Lindsay Lohan Celebrated Her Birthday With Sam
2 Jul 2009 | 5:41 pmLooks like the on-again-off-again lovers are back on!
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Over 17,000 Fans to Attend Jackson Memorial
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Lady Gaga Gets Naked for Magazine Shot
2 Jul 2009 | 5:41 pmLady Gaga strips and poses for this magazine. And we have the details! -
Rihanna in Trouble for Illegal Tattooing
2 Jul 2009 | 5:41 pmShe doesn't have a license to do it, but she was caught inking someone! -
Michael Jackson's Funeral Date Confirmed
2 Jul 2009 | 11:07 amFans and family will say good-bye to Michael Jackson next week. Check out the details here. -
Britney Spears' Dad Will Stay in Control
2 Jul 2009 | 8:21 amHe controls Britney's money and business - but for how long?
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Paul Iacono: "Fame" Star's TV Projects
2 Jul 2009 | 11:00 pmCute star of next year's "Fame" film tells us about his TV work! -
Paula Abdul's Cameo Appearance on Hit TV Show
2 Jul 2009 | 4:17 amPaula's returning to TV. Find out what show and when you can see her. -
Hilary Duff Joins the Cast of Gossip Girl
1 Jul 2009 | 2:01 pmSinger and actress Hilary will be joining this hit TV show! Find out all the details! -
Paula Abdul to Choreograph TV Tribute to Michael Jackson
30 Jun 2009 | 12:12 amPaula and Nigel Lythgoe are pairing up for a special performance on this great show! -
We Get an "Easy A"
29 Jun 2009 | 10:00 pmWe are visiting the high school set of the star-packed film "Easy A"
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That Is Dying To Self
13 Jun 2009 | 6:49 am“When you are forgotten or neglected or purposely set at naught, and you sting and hurt with the insult of the oversight, but your heart is happy, being counted worthy to suffer for Christ — that is dying to self. When your good is evil spoken of, when your wishes are crossed, your advice disregarded, your opinions ridiculed, and you refuse to let anger rise in your heart, or even defend yourself, but take it all in patient loving silence — that is dying to self. When you lovingly and patiently bear any disorder, any irregularity, or any annoyance, when you can stand face to… -
How To Change The World
2 Jun 2009 | 5:17 pmLike so many others, I have something within me that screams against the rules. Like when I was much younger I was the proud owner of a pair of Washington Redskins shoes. Instead of using the normal shoelaces, I decided to spice up the shoes with some bright orange shoelaces that I owned. Not exactly the prettiest sight in the world. At the time, I didn’t realize that those colors didn’t match, and to be honest, it didn’t bother me in the least. I thought they were cool. But as I grew older and matured, I realized (after another pair of shoes with orange shoelaces) that orange didn’t… -
Facebook Faceoff
26 Mar 2009 | 8:55 amMy latest article on Boundless is up: I couldn’t help but wonder what he was thinking as he pulled out his iPhone and took advantage of a new Facebook application — right in the middle of the sermon. It was then that I realized the narcissistic machine that is Facebook. Shifting uncomfortably in my chair, I found myself desiring to do the same. I shuddered. Have I really come to this place where I’m more concerned about what’s taking place on Facebook than what’s going on in this church service? More concerned about a self-serving social networking site than this… -
Twice In One Weekend
16 Mar 2009 | 12:24 pmTwice in one weekend. Not exactly sure how that’s possible, but it happened. I honestly have no idea how it could suddenly happen twice when it has only happened once in the past two years. What happened was simply this: I was 0.42 seconds late on seeing that the light had turned green, and was alerted 0.52 seconds after by a loud honk from the obviously enraged or slightly annoyed driver behind me. The first time I responded with like rage and dirty looks into my rear view mirror, hoping that my death-like stare might do some damage to their front fender, but to no avail. The second… -
Boundless Article: Apple Addiction
4 Feb 2009 | 8:35 amMy latest article from Boundless: The Apple store is one of the greatest places on earth. I could spend an entire day within those walls, touching each iPod, Macbook and iMac in the store while I chatted with their fantastic employees or got technical answers from “geniuses” at the Genius Bar. I would spend hours trying out all the accessories, and making sure that I had read the back of every game and application made for my Mac. It’s true — I am a firm Apple supporter, and I have no shame in admitting this. I take a lot of time admiring Macs, researching Macs, using my…
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Ask Jessica Mauboy your question!
3 Jul 2009 | 2:44 pmAustralia’s hottest pop diva Jessica Mauboy is a bit of a fave in the GF office, and just 'because' she's so awesome, Jess wants to hear what questions YOU have to ask her! Your question could be about how she got her start, who her inspirations are, what her fave song or artist is, what it's like to be in the spotlight, her thoughts on style, anything at all that you are interested in! Jessica, who hits the stage for the latest Kia Soul ... -
What's your dream job?
3 Jul 2009 | 1:39 pmWhat do you want to do when you leave school? Is there a dream job you'd love to have, or a certain career path you're super keen to learn about? We want to know what interests you! Email your dream job to jenna.zampa@pacificmags.com.au with 'dream job' in the subject line.Thanks!GF xx -
Your say: Is Australia racist?
3 Jul 2009 | 1:17 pmRecent attacks on Indian students in Australia has sparked outcries that we're a racist country. Despite supposedly giving everyone a 'fair go', events like this and the Cronulla riots in 2005 make us question whether the strong sense of a multiculturalism in Australia really represents reality. ... -
Tiarna's Blog - School's out... now what?
2 Jul 2009 | 11:30 amThere are only three things in this world which frighten me more than Lady Ga Ga’s “ga-ga” leotards and geometric hairstyles, the first obviously being clowns! Who isn’t? Naturally, I admire their ability to apply eye shadow, and replicate Scar-jo’s scarlett pout-that requires talent... ... -
Mid-teen crisis
1 Jul 2009 | 2:33 pmAre you going through a mid-teen crisis? Do you feel really overwhelmed by all your options, or stress about the future? Do others put a lot of pressure on you to live up to their high expectations, or do you put pressure on yourself? Do you feel like you should 'have it all' (eg boys, friends, job, good grades, big dreams) - but find it a struggle to do this? If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Share you thoughts on the comments ...
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It's raining noodles!
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Bag Lady and the Tramp
24 Jun 2009 | 4:43 pmI was playing pool with my friends and my red Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Speedy 25: I usually like to be connected to my handbags at all times, even if I'm carrying a $10 bag that day, just because I carry many items on me that have sentimental value. My friends however convinced me to place my bag... -
Her new favorite corner
24 Jun 2009 | 6:39 amApparently Maki prefers to sleep on her pink dino house rather than inside it. It's probably because the weather has been scorching lately, and maybe that's the coolest spot in her cage. During the night I often check on Maki, only to find her tumbling backwards onto the cage floor, or stuck in the... -
Quarantined
23 Jun 2009 | 6:00 amShopping update from the last entry: I bought those beautiful Stuart Weitzman sandals that Neptune and I found! After traveling all over two cities, we finally settled on the first pair that I'd tried on and rejected. I would've been willing to pay the full price, but thankfully they were having a... -
Piss awwff!
18 Jun 2009 | 12:00 pmQuote of the day: "Three cheers for [name/person], as much use as a fart in a jam jar!"For some reason, this line from the movie Imagine Me & You (2005) keeps replaying itself in my head today. Right now I'm waiting for Neptune to wake up so we can get some last-minute shopping done before I leave... -
Finally an update on my wretched life
17 Jun 2009 | 5:06 amI'm returning to Singapore this weekend and I would like to die. The shopping sucks, the food sucks, the weather sucks, the customer service sucks, and worst of all? THEY HAVE NO TOILET SEAT COVERS. Obviously there is no better reason to emigrate than the dismal lack of toilet seat covers. Why is...
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The Death of Twitter
30 Jun 2009 | 10:50 amWhen is it right or wrong to send a tweet? Is there a kind of silent Twitter etiquette? Well, for the sake of common sense, you should at least keep it out of the dinner table, your relative’s funeral and your bathtub (where an Austrian woman was electrocuted to death after attempting to tweet from her laptop). Twitter is a word I hear about everyday. It’s on every news show, website, billboard…it’s stalking me everywhere I go! I knew the death of Twitter came when Oprah sent her first tweet in all caps: HI TWITTERS . THANK YOU FOR A WARM WELCOME. FEELING REALLY 21st… -
Transformers Sequel Not as Bad As Everyone Says
29 Jun 2009 | 11:49 amI woke up early Saturday morning, drank a cold glass of milk and drove straight to the movie theater to catch the 11 a.m. screening of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. Call me a geek and a lover of horrible summer movies, but I’ve been waiting for this to come out since watching the first big-screen adaptation a couple years ago. My verdict: it’s even better. Loud machines, loud humans, nonstop action and the objectification of women — that’s just Michael Bay being Michael Bay, unleashing his id to create the most visually arresting film to come out this summer. -
Danville’s Jason Moss makes ‘honest’ music
19 Mar 2009 | 8:43 amBy Ally White What do Jason Moss and a typical high school student have in common? Their lives are almost the same, except for one detail. Moss is a 16-year-old musician and songwriter from Danville. He’s constantly scribbling down lyrics and chords to a new song. His acoustic rock is inspired by real-life experiences.His song “Always” is about a friendship where he wanted something more, yet the girl did not feel the same way.In this song he talks about the good times they shared, but how much he suffered from not talking to her for days. At the age of 7, Moss’s musical… -
Does Michael Phelps Deserve Another Chance?
9 Feb 2009 | 9:06 pmI have no fewer than ten pictures of Michael Phelps in my room, and I’m loyal to my pop culture icons to the point of retaining Napoleon Dynamite in one of my e-mail addresses since his cult dominance in the 7th grade. But with the backlash surrounding Michael Phelps’ recent use of a marijuana pipe, I’m not really sure that I can remain the statistics-rattling, TV-stalking, race-cheering fan that I became when he started giving fellow swimmers a run for their money in Athens in 2004. First published in a London tabloid, the photos revealing Phelps smoking pot caused Kellogg’s to… -
‘The Real World’: More than just a trashy reality show
6 Jan 2009 | 2:08 pmWithout actually watching an episode of MTV’s The Real World, it is easy to label the program as trashy reality television, in which ordinary individuals are stripped of their rights to privacy and placed in a fishbowl where the whole world can observe their actions and enter their lives… That’s exactly what it is. But this is what makes the show incredibly unique and entertaining to watch. I never used to watch the show, unless there was nothing else to watch on television. But after the last few seasons, especially the episodes from Key West and the previous Hollywood season,…
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memoirs of a gay guy
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Need Sleep…!
20 Jun 2009 | 1:07 pmNo joke. I haven’t slept properly all week. I’ve been up ’till dawn every night. On the computer, reading about total shit. Laser holography and beaded jewellery, mostly. I have a gross raccoon mask of dark circles now. I start Upward Bound on Monday and am not really that interested in answering questions about my drug use because I look like a fucking tweaker. It’s called insomnia! I don’t use crystal meth (very much) I promise! Maybe I need to start using my sleeping medication again. Actually, the sleeping medication I was prescribed nearly two years ago isn’t an actual… -
DO NOT WANT…!
13 Jun 2009 | 10:48 pmUgh. Graduation was Friday. It sucked a big one. All of my friends have graduated. The whole crowd I eat lunch with, and have done so for the past three years are gone now. Looks like I’m going to have to start hanging out with Justin Hinkle. And I’m hardly happy about that. (Believe it or not, “Hinkle” seems to be present in Firefox’s spelling dictionary…wow.) But…I guess it had to happen some time or another. I just wish they could all stay until I graduate, too. A whole year with Bobbie, Amy, Brittany and Amanda is going to Hell, I know it. I don’t want to dwell on it,… -
the moon watches us: 10 haiku…
5 Jun 2009 | 1:31 pmgentle night winds blow your green eyes meet mine the moon watches us the wind lifts your hair i breathe you in it the moon watches us the air smells like rain and forbidden love the moon watches us i see your pale skin i need to touch it the moon watches us i feel your body and the earth spinning the moon watches us i touch velvet lips breathe your sweet perfume the moon watches us the grass beneath me is cool, you are warm the moon watches us i laugh in the night in the coming rain the moon watches us together we lie and feel the time pass the moon watches us the sun will rise soon but this… -
And it’s only in retrospect…
9 May 2009 | 9:53 am…That I realize how sappy and contrived I sound when trying to reassure myself that things won’t always be shitty. But I’ll get back to that. First, update on my life. Yesterday I went to the movies, with Brittany & Kayla™. And Lucas, this adorable ghey fagit who goes to school with them. We hadn’t met before, but I’ve known about him for a while. Like, Kayla always talks about him…and so do I, whatever. At any measure, we were at the moves, “watching” Star Trek (I have been to the movies with Brittany and Kayla™ many, many times. I can’t remember a single movie we… -
sugar: a tragedy
6 May 2009 | 2:35 pmsugar need to find religion before religion find her skirt hiked up behind the church house doin’ god-knows-what-on-earth sugar need to know jesus before jesus know what she done twice again last sunday on the grass in the beatin’ sun sugar need to love god ’cause god don’t love the way she runs off with the preacher’s boy when they fuck on his holy day sugar need to feel saved ’cause savin’s the only plan that’ll carry her soul on judgement day on to the promised land sugar need to be redeemed for with redemption we all know she’ll feel god’s love & jesus’ power and…
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Miss Couturable
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Blocked?
20 Jun 2009 | 6:13 amI'll be in China from June 20th to July 4th -- and I heard China blocked Blogger (why, oh why).Until then, you can email me while I try to figure out a way to access Miss Couturable (is there a way?). Please have a beautiful summer wherever you are!ex.oh.ex.ohMiss Couturable -
College Applications: The Essays
14 Jun 2009 | 8:55 pmJunior year, I was told by my darling college counselor to start writing my college application essays over the summer. I had heard far-fetched stories of students who finished all of their essays and short answer responses over the summer and lived carefree lives as seniors for the rest of the year, but instead I chose to write the bulk of my applications during the school year and suffer.And actually, it wasn't a bad idea. I stressed over my imperfect essays for months, only to finally submit them with three clicks of a mouse and never open up those documents ever again. For those rising… -
The jeweler of Wonderland
9 Jun 2009 | 11:51 pmI've been reading a lot of books from my not-so-distant childhood lately, perhaps in a pathetic attempt to recapture the innocence and wonder of an eight-years-old Noel sitting in an eggplant-colored armchair at the Corvallis Public Library. After rereading Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, I am once again both disturbed and intrigued by the Queen of Hearts and the Mad Hatter in the alternate reality that Alice finds herself in.Alidra Alic is a Danish jeweler who takes inspiration from 19th century Romantic paintings and visionary literary works, such as the floral and tea… -
Hemp is hip
4 Jun 2009 | 11:04 pmI've seen a few episodes of Project Runway, but I never followed the television show as closely as some people might expect me to. However, I adore the season five winner, Leanne Marshall -- who also writes a fascinating blog about the design process and post-Project Runway life. Apparently she's also from Northern California, used to sketch costumes for her ballet recital, and lived in Oregon for a while! Something in common, no?Okay, I'm stretching it (Northern California is a big place, after all), but Leanne Marshall is like Vera Wang meets Calvin Klein meets Erin Fetherston meets… -
Logo for Miss Couturable
3 Jun 2009 | 8:04 amPossibly the most relaxed course I have ever taken in my high school career is Graphic Arts -- I spent the majority of the first two weeks drawing squares and circles on Adobe Illustrator. It was a nice way to end my senior year, with a "chill" teacher ("chill" being the only term I can use to describe him) and some new skills under my belt.I created two slightly different logos for Miss Couturable -- logos that I currently have no use for but may become useful in the future. I am debating whether the bow is too much as a design element.Which one do you like better?ex.oh.ex.ohMiss Couturable
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Moanie Miss Groanie
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Helo again.
17 Jun 2009 | 3:04 pmMy my my...it has been a paaaiiiinful few months for me...but now it's over.I've finished my AS exams (thank CHRIIIST) and now have time to focus on my self-improvement (ie. re-learn the violin, make myself appear to be interlectual to others to prepare myself for Uni the year after next...etc.)I could never bring myself to write my blog, I always felt there was something more productive to do like watch trashy TV, complete long overdue homework and revise, and most importantly see and entertain Bape (who I am still happily in a relationship with).It has been a grand total of 9… -
Psychology
10 Dec 2008 | 2:03 amI had my mock psychology exam yesterday...I spent like 3 evenings revising...and it turned out fine. I didn't struggle...I answered all the questions and I think that there is a problem because I actually seem to have done well?!Now, we must remember that I'm the sort of person who will say this kind of thing and later find out that I FAILED MISERABLY.Anyway, that's taken a huge weight off my chest...although, unfortunately there's still an annoyingly heavy weight still there.And no, shut up, i am not talking about my boobs. I'm talking about the exam I have to revise for through the WHOLE of… -
Philisophical Blabber
1 Dec 2008 | 1:59 pmI'm really enjoying philosophy.I realised that today when I got really into a discussion about Descartes' cogito and idea about Dualism.Those of you who don't know, (hopefully not many of you do, because then that would mean I know more than some others =]) 'Cogito ergo Sum' is latin for "I think therefore I am"...which is a statement brought up by some dude called Descartes who wrote a series of 'Meditations'/book kind of thingies, while he was locked in an oven.Christ knows why he was locked in an oven...something to do with a cold winter...?If you ask me, the whole oven thing kind of goes… -
Anger and Love
14 Nov 2008 | 1:50 amYou know what?Forget the last post...I basically don't write my blog....so I also basically don't read other blogs...so forget it =]Anything new?...not that I can talk about.Things still going good with Bape...Lately I've been having major anger/tear outbursts...and the tinyest things keep making me cry.You know when you're a boy (this is something I have never experienced), you get angry and want to hit people and take out your 9inch dagger? Yes?Well when you're a girl, anger makes you upset (well, makes me upset...).But lately I've been getting a similar feeling to male anger...I start… -
"it's all about me"...?
21 Oct 2008 | 6:41 am^^ the title...i copied that from MG's blog =]She told me to take this random quiz thing...not quite sure how im supposed to use it...My mother, MG, tagged me. This is how it works: Display the award. Link back to the person who gave you this award. Nominate at least 7 other blogs. Put links to those blogs on your blog. Leave a message on the blogs of the people you’ve nominated. You can only answer in one word.1. Where is your cell phone? Bag2. Where is your significant other? Maths3. Your hair color? Brown4. Your mother? Writing5. Your father? Working6. Your favourite thing? Boys...7.
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Pink World!
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Lip smacking!
3 Jul 2009 | 4:27 amIf you didn’t know already, I am a total freak for Barry M prodz - great colours and really, really affordable, what’s not to love?! - so I’m smacking my lips with excitement at their brand new range of glosses that are set to make you the star attraction this Summer. Combining the exciting colour [...] -
Check me out!
30 Jun 2009 | 9:40 amHey, hey ladies - so I’m in! There are lots of boxes still to unpack, but most importantly, there is chocolate in the fridge, my Audrey Hepz framed pic is now hanging and I connected my TV, Internet and phone all by myself this arvo - girl power! I’m just planning lots of competitions and new [...] -
Super Sassy competition!
26 Jun 2009 | 10:48 amHey hey Pink Ladies - I got the keys to my by-the-sea Pink Palace today so once I’m all settled in, normal bloggin’ will resume! Until then, please go and visit www.thesassyminx.com where there is quite possibly the coolest competition ever, to win a Style Booster session with Mademoiselle Style - go enter now! -
I heart Chicklitchicks2!
22 Jun 2009 | 1:50 amCheck this out - Miss Sasha from The Sweet Bonjour and Miss Sara from Dragonflybookreviews have started their own book inspired YouTube channel - Chicklitchicks2 - LOVE IT! I totally dig that these two girls o’ awesomeness have teamed up and created a kick-ass space to talk about books - their go-for-it girl ‘tude is Pink [...] -
Booky Wooky fabulousness
9 Jun 2009 | 2:01 pmThis isn’t even a procrastination station, books are by far my most favourite thing, even more than Galaxy chocolate - yep, fo’ real - so filling in questions, about my favourite things, is like some kinda rainbow-coloured dream fest - I’m so excited to read everyone’s answers too, so be sure to paste them [...]
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Sarcastica
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Working hard for something
1 Jul 2009 | 9:08 amHe’s been frustrated lately, and stressed out to the max. He works hard at a job he hates getting screamed at by 300 different people in a day, and feels like what he’s bringing in isn’t good enough. He’s worried because they barely seem to have enough for all the essentials, sure…rent is covered, but they tend to skimp in the grocery aspect because of all the other bills. Cable, Internet, home phone, loans…all at a ridiculous expensive price for practically nothing. They’ve lowered the packages as far as they possibly could without getting rid of… -
Call me MR CLEAN (or Ms. I guess)
30 Jun 2009 | 7:13 pmI am so sore right now, I’ve sprawled out on the sofa with my swollen feet up to relax for a while. I’ve had quite the busy day, which I’ll tell you all about momentarily, you know…when the procession of thoughts gets there. To my day. In the order of things as they occurred. Ya, cause that all makes sense right? Ah shush, I’m exhausted. And distracted because Nolan is crying at me – well not really crying but fussing because he wants to be held again (he’s been fussing to be held every time I put him down all day). But I told myself I’d take 5… -
Can’t, Can, Shouldn’t, Should
29 Jun 2009 | 12:11 amI was blog hopping (which is my term for discovering awesome new blogs) and I came across one that captured my attention right away, thanks to the interesting meme. We all know how much I love interesting memes, so I’ve decided to steal the meme idea from Oh My Seven I’m cool like that, but memes are for stealing! So, anyways, here goes! I can’t stand it when people drag “s’s” when sssssspeaking (I hated to even type that). I can’t help showering my son with kisses every chance I get. I can’t go more than three days without posting, I have… -
Chasing Those Rain Clouds Away
28 Jun 2009 | 1:54 pmHappy rainy Sunday to you all; we are having a lazy, sleepy day Nolan now weighs 9 pounds and 13 ounces, and is 26 and a half inches long! He’s getting so big Anyways, enjoy the rest of your weekend – I know I am! -
Thunderstorms
25 Jun 2009 | 11:17 amI’ve always loved a good thunderstorm; the smell of the rain has always intoxicated me. For as far back as my memory stretches, I can remember enjoying the sounds of the rain pattering against the roof and windows, the smell of the fresh rain drifting in through the windows, the beautiful and majestic patterns the lightening makes in the sky and the static the storm leaves in its wake. Night time thunderstorms were my absolute favourite, because the lightening was even more beautiful. I loved seeing a flash light up the night. Even if I was in a deep slumber, I would awaken just to…
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ScienceDaily: Teen Health News
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Both Good And Bad Movie Characters Who Smoke Influence Teens To Do The Same
3 Jul 2009 | 2:00 amResearchers have determined that movie characters who smoke, regardless of whether they are "good guys" or "bad guys," influence teens to try smoking. -
Mom’s Weight During Pregnancy Affects Her Daughter’s Risk Of Being Obese
2 Jul 2009 | 9:00 pmA mother's weight and the amount she gains during pregnancy both impact her daughter's risk of obesity decades later, according to a new study. -
What Should A Teenage Girl Do If She Finds A Lump In Her Breast?
2 Jul 2009 | 5:00 pmIf a lump is found in the breast of an adolescent girl, she often will undergo an excisional biopsy. However, breast cancer is rare in adolescents, and the vast majority of teenage breast lumps are benign. A recent study suggests that a breast ultrasound might eliminate the need for biopsy in many cases. -
Women With Cystic Fibrosis Can Have Safe And Successful Fertility Treatment
29 Jun 2009 | 9:00 pmWomen with cystic fibrosis can have fertility treatment to help them have babies without any long-term adverse effects on either themselves or their children, researchers have found. Women with cystic fibrosis often have thick cervical mucus preventing them from becoming pregnant naturally. However, a pregnancy can be achieved by the use of intrauterine insemination (IUI) or in vitro fertilization (IVF). -
Teens Who Believe They'll Die Young Are More Likely To Engage In Risky Behavior
29 Jun 2009 | 2:00 pmResearchers found that one in seven adolescents believe that it is highly likely that they will die before age 35, and this belief predicted that the adolescents' would engage in risky behaviors.
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Sellers Library Teens
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Bottled Messages
3 Jul 2009 | 7:05 pmOn Wednesday, 18 teens dropped in to make a Message in a Bottle, the first craft in our six-week Outdoor Art offerings. Everyone was able to write a letter, then put it and some fun thematic elements in the bottle. We had different "recipies" like The American (patriotic glitter, sequin stars, and a flag), The Gardener (flowers, Easter grass, and seed beads), and The Romantic (rose petals, wedding confetti, and lace). After completing the bottle, you have to do is glue on the lid, slap on an address label, and take it to the Post Office!Five people made an additional bottle to send to… -
Favorite Gadget Blog Poll Results
3 Jul 2009 | 7:01 amRecently, 26 readers voted in our blog poll about favorite gadgets. Not surprisingly, people love their iPods and other mp3 players the most. Here are the results:Nintendo DS/DSi--6 (23%)cellphone--2 (7%)digital camera--1 (3%)laptop/netbook --4 (15%)PSP--1 (3%)digital videocamera--0 (0%)GPS--0 (0%)mp3 player (iPod)--9 (34%)Kindle--1 (3%)PDA (Blackberry)--0 (0%)I am addicted to another gadget.--2 (7%)I am a Luddite.--0 (0%) -
Outdoor Art Starts This Wednesday!
1 Jul 2009 | 5:48 amDid you know that you can send strange and random things through the mail, even if they are not in envelopes or boxes? We are going to put the US Postal Service to the test. This week's teen drop-in craft is Message in a Bottle! That's right, you are going to write a letter, put it in a clear plastic bottle, and add some crafty theme items to make it look cool. Then, tape it shut, add an address label, and take it to the post office! Sorry, we're not paying postage. But think of how surprised your friend will be when a bottle shows up in his or her mailbox!Stop by anytime between 11 a.m. and… -
Outdoor Art is Happening
1 Jul 2009 | 5:48 amYes, it rained last night. Yes, it's supposed to rain late this afternoon and into the evening. But right now it is fine! So we are planning to go ahead with the Outdoor Art project today. Come on down!! -
New to You
30 Jun 2009 | 7:22 pmThe teen section is expanding like crazy, so come in and check out these new items:FICTION The Silenced by James DeVitaTop 8 by Katie FinnMemory Boy by Will WeaverMind Rain by Scott WesterfeldNONFICTION Ripley's Believe It or Not: Totally Bizarre!
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Shameless Magazine: latest blog entries
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Shameless Women *The Highlights*
2 Jul 2009 | 10:35 amEvery other Thursday I profile a new incredible woman, each from a different walk of life. Different professions, causes, backgrounds, ethnicities, orientations, and anything/everything else! So without further delay, let me introduce…whoops, that’s right! Of the three wonderful ladies I’ve interviewed in the last few weeks, not one was able to get their answers back to me in time for today’s post. C’est la vie! They’re busy ladies and I’m sure we all totally understand. Instead of leaving you with nothing, I thought it might be fun to share with you my favourite highlights from… -
The Amy Diary
27 Jun 2009 | 4:19 pmA page from Amy's Diary (The Amy Diary) Amy Barbara of Vancouver recently posted her junior high diaries on her new blog the amy diary. A testament to the power of a grade-school diaries, the amy diary is a sweet little snapshot into the language and life of a young woman. -
Paintings depicting Vancouver's missing women
25 Jun 2009 | 5:56 pmPamela Masik working on The Forgotten, a portrait series of Vancouver's missing women. Vancouver-based artist, Pamela Masik, has unveiled the first painting in a series of portraits depicting the missing women of Vancouver's Downtown Eastside. The series, entitled The Forgotten, includes a total of 69 paintings, each standing at 8 by 10 feet or 8 by 12 feet. Many of the "missing women" of the downtown eastside were indigenous, poor and working the streets. As well, many of these cases not only remain unresolved but were never taken seriously by officials. The style in which Masik paints is… -
Think Before You Tattoo!
25 Jun 2009 | 10:41 amI got my first tattoo when I was 18. It was actually my 18th birthday present from my sister and was part of an amazingly wild May 2-4 weekend. But as crazy as the weekend was, the tattoo part of it was extremely planned out. I had wanted a tattoo forever, and although my mom was okay with it, she made sure I had found a reputable (i.e. clean and capable) place to get it done and had really, really thought about what I wanted. She talked to me about how having a tattoo visible in certain places could effect aspects of your life like your career. She explained to me that what I may want now… -
A Room of One's Own Redux?
25 Jun 2009 | 7:37 amAuthor Virgina Woolf's A Room of One's Own is an eloquent argument in support of the idea that a woman, should she want to pursue her own dreams and goals, must have a measure of financial and material independence. For Woolf this was because: Intellectual freedom depends upon material things. Poetry depends upon intellectual freedom. And women have always been poor, not for two hundred years merely, but from the beginning of time. Women have had less intellectual freedom than the sons of Athenian slaves. Women, then, have not had a dog’s chance of writing poetry. That is why I have laid so…
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Stuff for Teens
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince!
25 Jun 2009 | 6:35 pmChecked out the official movie website for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince yet? You should! It's awesome! -
If the undead walked among us...
18 Jun 2009 | 3:03 pmA co-worker and I used to fend off boredom on slow days by developing a zombie escape plan should the library ever be attacked. First, we would find some blunt objects with which to hit them in the head, then we'd head upstairs, because zombies aren't great with stairs and elevators. We would of course rescue any survivors and hole up in the break room, because should we be trapped for a while, food could become necessary.Eventually we would leave the building all together and look for a more secure location.Do you have a zombie escape plan? You should - you never know when they might… -
Think history is boring?
11 Jun 2009 | 5:56 pmI don't know about you, but I love history. Not all that boring stuff with the dates and politicians, but the interesting bits - which are usually about normal people, and what life was like in past ages. I found The Wicked History of the World when I was putting some books away the other day, and I haven't been able to put it down since! Never mind the textbook stuff, this books focuses on the interesting parts of history: the amazing, gross, and just plain weird! History will never seem boring again after reading this book. -
Teen Summer Reading Program
12 May 2009 | 5:25 pmDid you know we have a Summer Reading Program just for teens?The theme this year is "Express Yourself at the Library," encouraging self-expression through the arts - painting, theatre, dance, poetry...whatever floats your boat!Anyone over the age of 13 is invited to sign up, and each participant will recieve a cool goody bag, and will be eligible for weekly prize drawings and the grand prize at the end of the July.Every week you'll be encouraged to let a librarian know what you've read for the week.It's fun, and it's totally something to do this summer! Check it out! -
Interested in creating your own fantasy or science-fiction?
17 Apr 2009 | 12:05 pmShared Worlds offers a two week workshop for kids interested in creating their own fantasy or science-fiction worlds, with classes in creative writing and other various disciplines needed to convincingly write a cohesive story in one of these genres. Check it out!
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Radical Parenting
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7/3/09: Articles This Week
3 Jul 2009 | 9:00 amHello Readers, I hope you have a wonderful fourth of July this week! Be safe with fireworks! This Week’s Sponsor: Virtual Study Skills Camp for 5th-12th Grades Do you have a student or child who is getting ready for a new grade and had problems with time management, procrastination and organization in school? Try a totally new way of reaching and teaching your student…in their language! This 8-video Webinar is perfect for a student who does not want or have time for an actual class this summer. They get to watch the videos, use the challenges and handouts all on their own… -
A Brazen Careerist: Looking Back Through 2 Years of Entrepreneurship
2 Jul 2009 | 8:47 amFor my Brazen Careerist readers as well as for my: 1) Teen interns: I want our teen readers and interns to be reminded of how important goals are and that every career has its ups and downs. And 2) Entrepreneur Readers: I have a few fellow 20 something entrepreneurs and other bloggers who read us for tidbits and advice on how to make it as an entrepreneur and professional blogger. I officially started my company 2 years ago on my graduation day from Emory University, May 9, 2007. Here is what I have learned: 1) Just because you can do it, doesn’t mean you should do it. I am… -
Trends for Youth 7-1-2009
1 Jul 2009 | 12:49 pmEach week we will be posting about Youthology, or what our teens are seeing on the street and trends parents and adults should keep up with or can use to start discussions with their teens! Our Teen Trenspotter Intern is Antonia Valentine from Albany, NY. Teen Search Trend: Teens right now are searching for the BET Awards airs Sunday night. Youth YouTube Trend: Inmates in the Philippines perform a Michael Jackson tribute. Click here to view the embedded video. Twitter Trend: Brazil defeats U.S.3-2 in FIFA Confederations Cup. Antonia mentions: ” I was surprised to see how many teens are… -
Why Teens Love Vampires: Popular Themes in Books Teens Read Today [Teen Article]
30 Jun 2009 | 10:07 amRachel is a 16-year-old born and raised in NYC. She enjoys singing, debating, traveling and writing. Her favorite subjects are English and Science; she wishes to pursue a career in either of them in the future. They’re everywhere! In bookstores, on the bus…EVEN on your own couch! What are they? If you ask one of them yourself, they would simply reply “Twilighters”. For all those parents out there wondering, “Why Twilight? Why vampires and werewolves and other supernatural beings?” The word vampire is also being shortened to “vamp” when spoken about with teens,… -
Consequences vs. Rewards: Can You Punish Teens? [Teen Article]
30 Jun 2009 | 10:06 amMaria Elena is a 16-year-old from Wilmington, DE. She enjoys dancing and cooking and her favorite subject is Math. Tips For Parents For Effective Discipline For Teens Can you really punish teens? Is there a right way or a wrong way to punish teens? Before you answer either question, consider how your parents punished you when you were a teenager. Punishing teens is a tricky topic because one method doesn’t work for every teen, and punishing is different than disciplining. If “punishing teens” is put into any search engine, it comes up with a few results that all offer the same advice,…
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The Rural Juror
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The Return of 'Kings'
21 Jun 2009 | 11:21 amOne of the most interesting show's to come out of NBC in a long time returned last week, and if you haven't watched yet, now is the time to start. Though the episode it returned on last week was a tad overblown, Saturday's episode (now viewable on Hulu) might just be the best yet. The episode explains a few of the secrets that have been simmering underneath the show's surface as well as further explaining the motivations of Ian McShane's King Silas. There's also a nice little tid bit for the 'Kings' fanatic involving the playing of a piano that seems to connect several plot lines together… -
Well, well, well . . .
12 Jun 2009 | 11:44 pmAren't you two just the cutest?I don't know why I've become so musical crazy since the Tony Awards aired. Regardless, I just bought the new 'West Side Story' cast album, and it is quite good. Now, all I need is 'Hair.' Gavin Creel is god. -
Breakin' Down the Tony Awards
7 Jun 2009 | 8:46 pmThat about sums it up, I think. Clearly, the best moment of the night other than Brett Michaels' attack by a descending Broadway wall. Death by jazz hands.Other than that . . . I thought it went pretty well. Neil Patrick Harris was decent, if upstaged by his SHINY SHINY suit (I especially loved the bitchy, Jeremy Piven-sushi bit), and Jane Fonda was there and looking FAB-U-LOUS, which makes me a happy camper.Plus, GROWN UP KIRSTEN DUNST WAS THERE!Samantha Mathis could cure cancer, and I would still remember her as Amy in Little Women.Let's see . . . What else? There was an uncomfortable… -
Come back. Come back to me.
5 Jun 2009 | 9:47 amPicture from Empire On Line's Birthday Portfolio, celebrating actors' most iconic roles. God, I love these two.And when did Emma Watson become so chic and amazing?Cute! -
Boo-ya!
26 May 2009 | 1:08 pm
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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Teen
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We've moved!
19 Jun 2009 | 7:10 amIt's been a great run, but we're closing shop! You can check out all the most recently CLP - Teen news, teen blogger reviews, and info about all sorts of contests and special news for Pittsburgh teens at...CLPTEENSBURGH!See you there!~Joseph -
CLP Teen Anime Club: Ouran High School Host Club & Kanji Name Scrolls!
27 May 2009 | 9:58 amPocky, anime, and great friends await at the CLP Teen Anime Club! The first Saturday of every month, we show a new anime, possibly have an activity, and raffle off free DVDs at the end! What could be better? If you came!Next meeting: Saturday, June 6th @ 3:00 PMKanji Name Scrolls!With help from the University of Pittsburgh's Asian Studies Center, you will learn to write your name in kanji. All supplies for making your scrolls will be provided.Ouran High School Host Club: Part 1 Genre: Comedy, Drama, Slice of Life Creator: Bisco Hatori Director: Takuya Igarashi Producers: Gen Fukunaga ADR… -
Get a Handle on Your Health!
22 May 2009 | 8:46 amWith the Pittsburgh weather changing (and changing again, and changing back, etc.) and the adrenaline rush of finals starting to subside, it's time to think about your health.Whether you've been chronically ill all your life or are just starting to get that weird tingle in the back of your throat, there are reasons to make sure that you get the kind of health care you need. Unfortunately, there are some traps that can keep you from visiting a doctor: No health care - According to the 2007 Census, 11% of all minors are without health coverage. While many teens might take for granted that they… -
Prom Stories + GLSEN's Safe Prom for All
16 Apr 2009 | 8:57 amEvery year, around this time, America's high school students start turning their thoughts to one thing: prom.Prom is a legendary night of gowns, tuxedos, photographs, limousines, coursages, spiked punch, romance, late-night hotel parties, and figuring out where in the world you are when you wake up the next morning. (If you don't believe me, check out Brian Sloan's A Really Nice Prom Mess.)At least, that's what I've heard. I never went to prom, but I sure did hear lots of stories about it. Some may have been real, some may have been imagined, but it was all fascinating.It turns out that… -
CLP Teen Anime Club: Solty Rei: Volume 1 & Special Team Trivia!
15 Apr 2009 | 8:28 amPocky, anime, and great friends await at the CLP Teen Anime Club! The first Saturday of every month, we show a new anime, possibly have an activity, and raffle off free DVDs at the end! What could be better? If you came!Next meeting: Saturday, May 2nd @ 3:00 PMAnime Club Team Quiz!You and two other anime fans will be asked to put on your trivia hats and wrack your brains around the tough competition that will be had at this month's Anime Club Team Quiz! Compete for prizes!Solty Rei: Volume 1 Genre: Action, Drama Creator: Kentaro Yabuki Director: Yoshimasa Hiraike(Kaleido Star, Saishuu Heiki…
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Bikinigate
29 Jun 2009 | 9:00 amAs the success of the O.C., Baywatch, Charlie's Angles, Surf Girls, and countless reality shows has shown, bikinis, the once shocking style born more than 30 years ago, are in this season. -
Treat Your Feet
29 Jun 2009 | 9:00 amThe first pair you ever tried on was probably your mother's, when she wasn't looking. The first pair you ever owned was probably pink sequined. -
Vacations All I Want
29 Jun 2009 | 9:00 amYour parents are FINALLY letting you go on vacation! Without them! It only took months of bargaining ("I promise I'll mow the lawn everyday!") guilt-tripping ("I'll be the only one who isn't going!"), and down-on-your-knees pleading ("Please, please, please!"). -
Summer Hair Care
29 Jun 2009 | 9:00 amSummer's mighty heat has been known to wreak havoc on your hair. It can burn, overheat and damage your hair permanently.
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Delve into the Mind of a Budding Blogger
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My Best Movie!
16 Jun 2009 | 5:15 amHello friends,How have you all been? As you must have rightly guessed- I’m finally back from my long trip. Oh…..what do I say? It was really a blast…but better less talked about before I get nostalgic about the wonderful memories. And I suppose I’m not wrong to guess too that my articulate readers might also have guessed that now I’m busy with my holiday homework which include (let me tell you) six projects, 2 surveys and 5-10 written assignments. ArghhhhhhNow, the day after I arrived- I was as incoherent as you can imagine, for I decided to begin my studies with the most abominable… -
Terrorism : The Aftermath. The Other Side Of The Story
3 Jun 2009 | 7:17 pmWe all know that the threat of terrorism has now become more deadly. Everyday, we read about it in newspapers, see on TV screens, watch movies on such themes or discuss about it in our daily life. This is a fictional dedication to all terrorist victims at the recent Mumbai blast. This is about the other side of the story of the aftermath of terrorism. Picture courtesy: Terrorism strikes again in Indian Heartland Ronny could not stop the tears from flowing as he turned to the end of the letter. He let them flow, starching the faded ink on the almost torn paper. He let his tears be soaked in… -
How's Life?
18 May 2009 | 2:27 amIt has been a long long time since I updated you about my school and life, eh?? I always do forget it amidst my hectic life these days. To begin with, as you all are thinking, my summer holidays haven’t begin yet!! Yea.….I can hear you gasp….I just hope you can hear me cry too. It’s not that I have a problem with going to school and studying; the only problem is with waking up early and the scorching heat. We always ignored the texts in our E.Ed books telling us about global warming, but now surely we feel the toll :( Waking up at 5 am and then getting back home in the heat is a real… -
CRICKET?!?!
11 May 2009 | 4:12 am11:30 am It’s the greatest day in the world- why not? After all, India finally won the most coveted match against Australia. We SHOULD have a celebration- a GRAND one that is! And who else, better than ME who arranges for the party and the celebrations? I AM the self confessed greatest cricket fan and lover ever!!! Go INDIA Go: ) PHONE CONVERSATION Hello DJ (short for DHANANJAY)? Yes yes….I’m very happy about the win, it was by a great margin too. A fabulous play by the boys! Yes, so I was thinking why not have a celebration? At my house. I’ll arrange for the music and food. But look,… -
What Do Tears Say?
5 May 2009 | 4:44 amThe child cries, and wails again The tears fall, and what do they say? Oh baby, it’s okay, mom will be here soon To wipe me away The girl cries and silently sobs The tears fall, and what do they say? Don’t worry He is there looking upon you And He will send all joys your way The guy shouts And tears fall, what do they say? Oh dear, it was just a match Just don’t let your confidence fade away The teacher cries And tears fall, what do they say? You aren’t supposed to shed me Don’t let your students go astray The workman sighs and turns As tears fall, what do they say? Have strength-…
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[HRAP Kenya] First day of the pre-departure program
2 Jul 2009 | 12:08 pmThe first day of our HRAP pre-departure program was a great step into the beginning of our big trip. It made me realize “Wow I’m going to Kenya (AFRICA!!!!) in about two weeks” which is a big deal. To get us started Catherine laid out binders on the desks that included Kenya related articles to get us started with any research and extra information we may need to know for our trip (so we already knew where we're going to sit, lol). Then once we were all settled in we discussed or plane ride plans and found out that we would be flying to Ghana and staying in the airport of Ghana for 12… -
[HRAP Kenya] My response to being a chosen participant
2 Jul 2009 | 11:31 amHey everyone my name is O’tillia Roberts and I’m going to tell you about my experience as an HRAP Kenya participant. I was very excited to find out that I would be going to Kenya this summer, it has been a dream come true that I will be able to travel to far places and now I will have that opportunity. This will not only be a traveling experience but to experience Kenyan lives, explore their human rights and create awareness of the issues that Kenyans face today. I really looking forward to going on this trip because it is a once in a lifetime experience that I know will impact my life… -
[HRAP Kenya] Day 2
2 Jul 2009 | 11:22 amToday is the second day of the training and it feels like tomorrow is the day that we leave for Kenya. I cannot wait. We're going to meet so many people and experience so many things. We're going to try new foods talk to other youths and adapt to the different customs than we are used to here. Its going to be soooooooo coool. I just want to leave now and not come back. I really didn't think that I would have the opportunity to go to a place where here in the U.S. so many people believe that Africa is a country and its the worst place to go to. When I come back I'm going to let people know… -
[HRAP KENYA] Nurys J Laureano
2 Jul 2009 | 11:10 amHello everyone! My Name is Nurys Laureano and I'm going to the HRAP Kenya trip July 09'. I am extremely excited to go on this trip, I've been waiting all my life to actually go to Africa; anywhere in Africa! When we go to Kenya I'm looking forward to doing a lot of things and going through a lot of adventures. I Want to try all the cool foods they have and different clothing they wear. Though I know Its not going to be all fun and games, we're going to Kenya with a purpose and that purpose is to be dealing with environmental issues that they face and we're going to working with organizations… -
[vvp] Global Kids Machinima "Discovered" Now Online!
1 Jul 2009 | 8:41 pmAfter tonight's successful public premiere of the Virtual Video Project's 2009 film "Discovered" at the Sony Wonder Theater, we are proud to announce the online release of this serious issue machinima. Created by 15 Global Kids teen leaders over the course of the school year, they decided on the subject matter, wrote the script, created the avatars, recorded the voices, shot the footage, and edited the final cut you see here. We are so proud of our GK filmmakers for their amazing work, creativity, and commitment on this project! Read more about "Discovered" and the Virtual Video Project here.
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Michael Jackson, R.I.P.
29 Jun 2009 | 6:27 amUnless you’ve been living in a cave, you’ve probably heard the news that Michael Jackson passed away this week. Michael Jackson! The King of Pop! Creator of the Moonwalk! Not Billie Jean’s lover! Since his death, coverage of MJ has been everywhere. From MTV to CNN, everyone who’s anyone keeps talking about what an icon he was, how he changed the face of music, how he influenced the likes of Usher, Justin Timberlake, Chris Brown, and everyone in between, and how he’ll be remembered for generations. I have a feeling that we’ll be hearing about Michael… -
Behold the CNN Interview
22 Jun 2009 | 10:31 amFor your viewing pleasure, I present the one and only, exclusive Josh Shipp CNN interview. Enjoy! Embedded video from CNN Video -
Hey! It’s me! The Guy from CNN!
19 Jun 2009 | 10:00 amWelcome CNN Humans, Good afternoon. It is I, Josh Shipp, aka Hey Josh, aka the man with crazy hair who just took over CNN for 5 minutes. Yes, I too think Anderson Cooper is awesome. Welcome to my site. Make yourself at home. Feel free to look around. Dig through my medicine cabinet if you want. Here’s a film I made about the teen/parent relationship. Loan me 10 minutes…I think you’ll benefit from watching it. Also, I wrote an eBook called “How to Speak a Teen’s Language Even if You’re Not One.” Hook me up with your info HERE and I’ll hook… -
“Jump Shipp” Sneak Peek
17 Jun 2009 | 2:44 pmAttention TV junkies: I just finished production on a new TV Pilot with Halogen called Jump Shipp. Me + Your TV = Magic. Check out this exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the show… Here I am in a room with fancy wallpaper. Note the Elvis lip curl I'm working. There's no denying I look good in yellow. I do all my own stunts. Do not try this at home. I am a trained professional. Behold: The Logo Don't leave me hanging. I wanna see. Let me see! This was during the essential sitting-on-a-rooftop-thinking-about-important-stuff-while-wearing-big-fancy-sunglasses portion of the… -
Put Words in My Mouth on CNN
15 Jun 2009 | 9:31 pmUPDATE: Vote for the phrase you think I should say during my CNN interview. Hurry up….voting ends at midnight PST tonight!! Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Dearest Hey Josh Readers/Fans of News, Warn your grandparents. I’m going to be on CNN. No, I didn’t rob a bank or give birth to 8 babies at once. They’re interviewing me for a segment called “Young People Who Rock.” I need your help. What should I say? Your time has come to be on the news…through me. Comment below with the…
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TEENAGE GIRLS BEDDING, BEDROOMS and DECORATING IDEAS
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AQUA BLUE and BROWN BEDDING SETS
2 Jul 2009 | 8:34 amGO HERE FOR MORE! I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again; aqua blue and brown bedding sets are a blessing to long suffering decorators looking for the best combination of earthy and cool, peaceful colors. Buy Posters at AllPosters.com It would be impossible for me to say how many times the fabric that I recommended to a client was rejected because it was too busy or chaotic for the restful atmosphere that is desirable for an adult’s bedroom. But traditional decorating ideas and bedding sets for a teenage girl’s bedroom can take a step outside these boundaries and often be more… -
PINK and GRAY BATHROOM IDEAS
28 Jun 2009 | 8:51 amGO HERE FOR MORE!Tell me what you think of these unique pink and gray bathroom ideas. The goal of today’s tips is to take your old fashioned pink ceramic tile bath out of the dark ages and make it so cool that you will have to leave the shower water running red hot all the time just to keep the mirror from frosting over! Well, maybe I got a little carried away with that last statement but that is just how over the top I am with decorating the black, pink and gray bathroom that adjoins a bedroom that I decorated with a matching black, pink and gray gothic skull and crossbones bedding set. -
OWL BEDDING SETS and BEDROOM IDEAS
26 Jun 2009 | 9:04 amGO HERE TO SEE MORE! After experimenting with some retro owl bedding sets in a bedroom that I decorated last fall, I wanted to explore a more modern design in something other than earth tones. For those that don’t recall that decorating project, the colors in that comforter set were orange, olive green and brown. The color scheme was earthy enough for a boy’s bedroom but the teenage girl that came up with the idea did not have unisex décor in mind. She was just in the mood for an owl bedroom decorated in fall colors.Even though she told me recently that she had no plans to transition… -
PINK AND GRAY BEDDING
24 Jun 2009 | 12:08 pmGO HERE FOR MORE! Pink and black bedding has been all the rage for a while but don’t count pink and gray bedding out. In fact the addition of charcoal gray alongside basic black adds a whole new dimension or layer, if you will, to the black and pink. For babies, pastels may be in order. But when shopping for keep your eyes on bright for something that is slightly bolder in a pink and gray comforter set for teenage girls’ bedrooms. This may be the perfect opportunity for putting those decorating ideas for salmon pink to good use that you have been hoarding inside your dream design folder… -
FUNKY BED SHEETS
18 Jun 2009 | 10:33 amGO HERE FOR MORE!It's summer and time for bikinis, flip flops and cottages with a view of the ocean. Oh yeah, and it’s time to buy some cool, funky bed sheets for the kids. The reason for this is because chances are that it is very doubtful that your teenage girl will take the time to make her bed unless you make things easy for her. She will not want to be fiddling around with the comforter and accessories that came with the cute bed in a bag set that she just had to have this spring when there are surfboards to ride, ultraviolet rays to catch and cute beach bums to flirt with!When I was a…
