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URBAN TEEN MAGAZINE In This Issue FEATURES
DEPARTMENTS 7.
Beauty & Health Makeup & Skin care
22. Cover
Feature & Interview with Talented R&B Siblings “The EriAm Sisters”
Teen Entrepreneurs
For Teens
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Special: What It Means To Be A Friend
How To Create A Winning Resume
Tips
5 Tips For
24. Easy Exercise Tips
28. Teen
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10. Teen
Teen Fashion Editorial Sweetheart Fashion Wardrobe
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College News
3 Strategies for SAT Score Improvement 10. Community Service Projects
On The Cover Talented R&B Sibling Artist The EriAm Sisters pg. 22
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Sports News Joining A Teen Sports League
16. Refresh your New
Year's resolution by drinking more water 30. Your Sweetheart's Gift
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. Mcare'. any men do care for their skin but make up is really alien to most men. Treating make up and skin care as different topics wouldn't make sense; after all, make up will work only if the skin is healthy. So how do you exercise make up and skin care, together?
Health & Beauty
Makeup and Skin Care By:
Here are some tips for make up and skin care:
alan lu
1. Do not take frantic decisions on makeup and skin care. These two tasks are complementary and should go hand in hand.
Makeup and Skin Care It is indeed true that American girls learn how to put on makeup before they learn how to properly take care of their skin. Skin condition matters a lot. If you know your skin you can address your skin problem at much ease. While most of the women target beauty and makeup, many among them ignore skin conditions which if addressed properly could help attain natural beauty. Makeup and skin care is of critical importance because it boosts up how one looks and promotes career prospects. For most of us the art of makeup is necessary to hide blackheads and blemishes, while highlighting beauty spots and good features. It is vital that the talks on makeup and skincare should boost up awareness regarding cosmetic use, health issues and customize genuine solutions pertaining to health care and beauty
2. Do not ignore the point of caring your skin when it comes to the point of makeup. Products having heavy chemicals, allergic and only concerned about makeup should be avoided. Best is if you have the idea of your skin type. With your skin's better idea you would be able to choose the product that best matches you. 3. Test any new product on a small area of your skin. See if you find any discomfort, irritation or allergic sign. You may test a product in this way for 2/3 days and then decide. 4. Many people completely skip the care of the product itself. This makes the product ineffective and old. Do not use a product that has expired. Do not let you cream be exposed to dust and sun. 5. Cleanliness matters a lot in makeup and skin care. This fact applies for hair and nails too. You should spend some bucks even to protect all your things from untidiness. Many people buy expensive things and don't keep their hands, nails, combs and tools clean. This leads to a mess up instead of makeup. 6. For any skin disorder, like acne etc. consult your dermatologist before you use any makeup product. Never try to squeeze pimples/ acne. Remember that make up and skin care should not conflict each other
7. There are women who fall asleep with their Most of us would like to go straight into tips on look makeup on. This could be harmful. young and feel young. But when it comes to matters to cautiousness there are few people concerned. 8. While applying a deodorant, make sure that you Lifestyle, charm, good looking – all these have a long maintain the recommended distance between story if thought slow and steadily. Growing older is a the nozzle and your skin (as mentioned on the natural process, no one could stop it. However, we deodorant pack). could make our growth comfortable by maintaining a good health, using health & eco friendly make up and About the Author properly caring the skin. Alan Lu is an expert author, who writes for About-myMake up and skin care' is generally regarded as wom- Health.com. Alan Lu’s writing focuses on health matters that help people address various health issues. en's forte. Men seldom indulge in make up and skin 7
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College News
3 Strategies for SAT Score Improvement By:
Harriet
If you are looking to get admission among the world's top universities, be prepared to face the ultimate competition. In 2010, for admission in New York University, Abu Dhabi, the average SAT score recorded was 730 for Mathematics and 715 for the verbal section. NYU is ranked among the top 15 universities of the US. So, if you have not succeeded in the first attempt, try again. There are many success stories about students who have outdone their previous year's performance with huge SAT score improvement. Important Strategies for Sat Score Improvement
iar topics and attempt the challenging questions latter. It is always recommended that you avoid wordiness, grammatical mistakes and use of slang. You must use short illustrations and phrases to make your write-up more interesting. * Strategy for the Math section This is the section in which you can score well because there is no negative marking for wrong answers. It is suggested that you attempt all the questions of this section. In case you get a negative answer for any of the questions, revise it once. Avoid writing answers in mixed fractions. For overall SAT score improvement, you need to invest some extra efforts in all the three sections. For preparing better, students these days utilize SAT mobile application and opt for online live classes.
If you have failed to score well in SAT, try some of these winning SAT score improvement strategies this time: * Strategy for the reading section If you were troubled in the last exam by unknown words that consumed your precious time and consequently you got less marks in reading section, start with ways to improve your word power. For scoring good marks in the reading section, you should make separate notebooks to prepare the list of all the new words you come across. Practicing in this way will help in bringing about a massive improvement in SAT score. While attempting the reading section, do not choose answer in a hurry. Skip those questions about which you are not sure about. The reading section can consume a lot of time, so invest more time in answering the section, rather than memorizing the details. About the Author
* Strategy for the writing section
Ensure SAT score improvement by attending live streaming lectures for SAT. Get various facilities for SAT Writing section demands special attention for SAT preparations, such as online classes, access to the latest score improvement. While preparing, you must practice question banks, exam counseling, expert tips and many writing essays within a time limit. You should also put more at Prep Munch. For more information, you can some added efforts on the tone of writing and selection visit Prepmunch.com or call 214-506-8885. of words. To-the-point writing is preferred and advised by the language experts. Finally, when you are answer- Printed From http://www.articlesbase.com/networksarticles/3-strategies-for-sat-score-improvementing the SAT finals, you should have a fixed plan for attempting the writing section. Always start with famil 95171896.html
By Brittany Yvette Black-Jones
“The reason that we are doing this drive is because we wanted to do something for our community, directed to young children and what’s best to do during the holiday season.” Gabriela Perez stated.
“Tis the season to be giving, falalalalalalalala!” It looks like people are closing out the year, 2011 by doing good deeds, including a number of San Diegan students who have been touched by the Christmas spirit this year.
They plan on coming up with more ideas to give back to their community in the future. They have received a lot of support from their teachers but they are asking for support from students, both young and old.
Community Service Projects
Students in these clubs have been seen volunteering wherever help may be needed, from gift wrapping at their local YMCA to volunteering to aiding runners in marathons. Besides earning community service hours and gaining helpful experience within a particular job field, students leave these different volunteer opportunities with a certain peace of mind. From participating in a career specific internship to get a preview of their possible future to a number of reservation projects, students understand they’ve done something great for the county of San Diego. In order to graduate, students who attend high schools in San Diego Unified School District must complete a requirement of 44 hours of community service, but since students are already in the spirit of giving, they don’t need a reminder.
At Hoover High School, a group of seniors, collectively known as “the Hoover Helpers”, decided to continue their tradition a holding a teddy bear Students have committed themselves to one of drive in order to make a difference in the lives of César Chavez’s important virtues, service, in order to make a difference in their schools and children in need this Christmas. communities and pass this tradition to the generations of students to come. Seniors Gabriela Perez, Brittany Black-Jones, Jazmin Martinez, and Jessica Sabory, and Pa Yang, the founders of the Hoover Helpers started this teddy bear drive last year to complete an assignment for their Honors American Literature class but the Hoover Helpers would like this drive to become an annual tradition for Hoover students. Last year, they were fortunate to donate 200 stuffed animals to Rachel’s House, to help women and children affected by HIV/AIDS. This year, they’re hoping to make even a bigger donation with the help of their peers.
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parents before you do this, of course!) Drop off a flyer at every house in your neighborhood. Give some to parents to take to work. Ask local stores or coffee shops if you can post a flyer on their community notice board (if you It's harder to find jobs in do this, make a bunch of tabs along the bottom with the service you offer and a phone today's tough economy. If you need to earn money over the sum- number, so people can tear one off instead of taking the entire flyer).
5 Tips for Teen Entrepreneurs
mer or after school, why not become your own boss? Here are 5 tips on starting your own business:
You also might be able to use sites like CraigsList to advertise your services — as well as look for customers who might need you. If you do look for opportunities online, though, keep a parent involved in what you're doing.
Identify a need. Think about the kinds of services that might do well in your area. If you live in a suburb and your neighbors commute long distances to work, they may need dog walking help. Pet sitting is another good line of business during the summer or over the holidays when people travel. If there are lots of senior citizens in your area, a computer help business might do well.
Organize your work.
Once you have clients, you'll need to keep track of them. You don't want to forget to walk someone's dog because you were feeding someone else's fish. Buy a calendar and write down every job you do each day and the time you'll do it. Keeping a calendar also reminds you of how many times you provided a service so you can bill your clients. A parent, teacher, or school counselor can help you get started Keep your ears open for opportunities. If you on business planning. Who knows, your busihave your license and you hear your mom's ness may grow so fast that you'll have to hire friend talking about how her kids need to be friends to help! picked up at the same time from different places, suggest she hire you to help. You CYB: Cover Your Business. also can offer to pick up anything from groIf you drive for work, you'll want to be sure you ceries to dry cleaning, or clean anything from have insurance — especially if you'll be driving windows to cars. other people's cars or transporting their kids. You'll also need to look into any coverage you might need for taking care of other people's property or pets. Ask a parent, school counselor, or teacher for advice. With a little preparation, running your own business can bring great rewards, in both money and experience.
Set a price for services. Once you know what you want to do, figure out how much to charge. Search online to see what others charge for the service you plan to provide. Teens often have an advantage: Less experience means you may be able to charge less, making your business more competitive.
Advertise. Print flyers describing the services your business offers. List your rates and your phone 11
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How to create a winning resume
How to create a winning resume and Winning resumes: have your best interview Winning strategies and pitfalls to avoid "Resumes are the currency of jobs. It is your value to a future employer," says Fallon who (ARA) - You've seen the headlines. While no noted that there are several steps you can take to make sure you show your full value. one would call the job market red hot, it is warming. Companies across most industries "The reality is that your resume is reviewed in are starting to lift their heads and are consid- 60 to 90 seconds at best. So, boil down your ering new talent. While many businesses may experience and skills into easily understood words to help your resume land in the winner be operating leaner, they are recruiting for pile." skilled workers in many areas. Job candidates need to be focused on presenting their best selves for the right opportunities once they come along. So, how do you do that? According to Jana Fallon, vice president, Staffing at Prudential Financial, "First, arm yourself with a winning resume to get you in the door, and then wow them with a winning interview."
Winning resumes have these elements: * Contact information. Include your cell phone if that is the best number to call. It is surprising how often job applicants make it hard to reach them. Don't disadvantage yourself - be available when called or emailed.
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How to create a winning resume
mation about what it takes to be successful in this particular company. You are not expected * Simple, succinct wording. One or two pages to be an expert in the particular field, but you should have enough knowledge to formulate is enough detail, longer is too verbose. It should clearly convey why you should land the meaningful questions to present to the interviewer. job. * Tailoring. You need different versions for different jobs. Help the recruiter easily see the job re- in your work history. For example, if the job lists project management as a requirement, be sure to include the phrase "project management" in your work history. Resumes that don't pass the test often have these pitfalls:
* Prepare a list of questions in advance. Nothing puts a manager off more than someone saying they don't have questions. It shows a lack of interest. The questions you ask convey interest and enthusiasm; if you fail to ask anything of the interviewer, she might assume you aren't interested in the job or the organization.
* Know yourself and your career objectives. Employers are not interested in applicants * Typos. A surprisingly high number of resumes have typos. They often come from cut with undefined career goals; they aim to fill and paste editing and simple mistakes. Typos jobs with qualified candidates who have some sense of direction and know how their skills are big detractors that often stop recruiters support their job objectives. from reviewing any further. * Cliche-ridden objective statements. Avoid trite sentences like "seeking opportunity for growth in a progressive company." Everyone says that. Instead, make a winning statement that summarizes your value and relate it to the job you are applying for. "Sales executive with seven years experience in retirement sales, seeking role in sales management in a field environment." Winning interviews Fallon also notes that a winning resume will get you noticed, but the job still has to be won in the interview. "The interview is your chance to bring your resume to life. Shining in an interview is a skill, and with these insider tips and a little practice, you can get the job you want," she continues.
Avoid these common pitfalls: * Being late to the interview. Leave more time than you think you will need to arrive a few minutes early. Being late can be interpreted as a sign of disrespect. * Coming underdressed to the interview. Be sure to wear clean, well fitting, up-to-date clothes. This signals you are self-aware and pay attention to details.
* Assuming you can wing it. Interviewing is a skill that improves with practice. Be sure to practice answering interview questions aloud, rather than just thinking about what you will say. Get together with friends and take turns asking each other questions, then provide feedback on strategies for improving your an* Research the company and people you'll meet. Read recent news about the company. swers. While you can't anticipate every quesFind out the background of the people that you tion, you can prepare yourself to make the will meet. Talk to anyone you know currently most of whatever you are asked. working at the firm to get more detailed infor13(ARA) Article
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New Year's Resolution
* Stay hydrated and feel alert According to Nutrition Today, dehydration impairs cognitive function and mood in most adults at some point throughout their weekly activities. If your goal this year is to tackle those lingering chores around the house, drinking more water can help you feel more energized. * Swap out sugar Substituting water for soft drinks is a simple way to cut back on your calories. There are approximately 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda - drinking water instead of sugary drinks could reduce your caloric intake and help you maintain a healthy weight. * Flavor matters When water tastes better, you drink more of it. Reusable bottles with built-in filters like the Brita Bottle filtration system makes tap water taste better and allows you to conveniently hydrate on the go.
Refresh your New Year's resolution by drinking more water
Looking for inspiration on your journey toward better hydration? Try joining a program like the Brita Challenge, which encourages you to drink eight to 10 glasses of water per day, including one before each meal, for four weeks. Participants can also access interactive tools, tips and tricks for drinking more water from NBC's "The Biggest Loser" trainers.
"My experience with the Brita Challenge has been amazing," says "The Biggest Loser" Sea(ARA) - We're told that drinking water is good for son 5 Contestant Bernie Salazar. "By drinking our health. But do we really know why? To get the more water, I've been able to curb my appetite, new year off to a healthy start, here are four rea- help clear up my complexion and I feel more balsons why staying hydrated can help you reach anced inside and out." your health and lifestyle goals. * Good hydration is as important as good nutrition Did you know that about 30 percent of your water intake comes from food? Most diets limit your caloric intake, so remember to drink plenty of water when you are trying to lose weight.
From cutting calories to feeling more alert, simply increasing your water intake can help set you on the right course for healthy living in the new year.
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The EriAm Sisters
her music teacher who informed her parents of her exceptional talent, followed by Salina and Lianda, that was when they decided to upload a few video’s on YouTube. The sisters received such a huge unexpected response that they started performing as a group. Since then they have performed at various celebrity events, on national television, and a VIP event at Disney World. The name EriAm Sisters came from having a diverse background and wanting their group’s name to represent that. The sister’s parents are from an East African country named “Eritrea” in which they used the “Eri” and combined the “Am” for America, therefore forming the unique name EriAm and bridging the two cultures that represent who they are. The EriAm Sisters audience consist of mostly tweens and teens, but because of their range of music genre’s they feel they can cater to a wide range of audiences. “We would describe our music as f you don’t know who the EriAm raw and real with no specific or a comSisters are, that definitely won’t last for bination of genre’s, says Haben “belong. The America’s Got Talent Semi-Fi- cause I’m upbeat pop/rock, Salina is nalist Trio are Beautiful, Talented and more country and Lianda is r&b, we Smart. Haben, Salina and Lianda have have our own unique style. The EriAm wowed crowds with their stage presence Siters all agree that they admire and get and extraordinary performances across most of their inspiration from their parthe country as well as abroad and soon ents, “our parents work as hard we do, will make their presence know in the en- from management to wardrobe to drivtertainment industry. ing us everywhere”. The EriAm Sisters They’ve performed since the age of 2, but would like to work it wasn’t until Haben was discovered by
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spare time. Salina likes learning, school, dancing to loud music and Lianda likes shopping, dancing and is the social butwith people like Drake and Mariah Carey terfly of the group. The EriAm Sisters in the future, but also would like to proadvice to teens interested in pursuing a duce themselves as well as try acting. career in performing is “stay positive When asked if they all get along, they reand do whatever it takes,” and “if you sponded that because they’re sisters they have a goal, you may have to sacrifice, have their arguments, they love each other but it’s worth it if you have a passion for and that helps them get over it quickly as what you are doing”. opposed to female groups who not relatThe one thing they want their fans to ed. They are honored to be compared to know about them is, they stay true to female groups such as Destiny's Child, themselves and they want people to fall but feel that their combination of music in love with them, The EriAm Sisters. genre’s makes them different. Look for EriAm Sisters Music None of the girls are dating at this time, Video rendition of Michael Jackson’s “I but besides performing, Haben likes towant you back”. read, write, draw and produce in her Visit website: http://eriamsisters.com 23
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Easy Exercises Tips for Teens-Fitness and Health By:
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If you're a teenager, you may be confused about how to exercise to get stronger, stay healthy or, for some, the loss or weight gain. The good news is, there is no way appropriate for the operation and there is no perfect exercise you should do to be in shape. If it is true, it helps to know how you can work so you can have fun, achieve your goals and avoid getting hurt. Exercising
The great thing about sport for boys is that almost all the activities that make you move work. You should try to do heavy exercise for about an hour a day at least 3 days a week and regular, moderate activity for the rest of the week. Here are the different types of activities each week include: 1. Aerobic exercise strong. These include sports such as football, tennis, soccer, volleyball, basketball, etc. It also includes brisk walking, running, cycling, swimming or chasing an annoying brother. Always be sure to wear protection to any activities you have chosen and, as already mentioned, try to level of activity at least 3 times a week. 2. Strengthening muscle. This type of training helps you build muscle strength and endurance. This may involve activities that are not organized as the use of playground equipment or climbing trees. It also may include a structured strength training exercises such as squats, bending or sit-ups with weights, machines, or the weight of his body. Always work with adults, coach, trainer or other expert before you start lifting weights to make sure you know the right exercises to do and how to do it right. You can already lift weights if you play sports, but if not, you can add the kind of activity 2 or 3 days a week, with at least one rest day in between. Learn more about strength training for young children. 3. Regular activities. In addition to participating in a sport or other activities such as walking or cycling, you should also include regular activities in your day, which means limiting the time you're sitting at a computer or video games. This may include active games (like Wii or Dance Dance Revolution), a walk, fight with your friends, or throwing a ball in the yard. This is something you can do every day, especially on days you do not harder, the more structured training.
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involves lifting an explosion, often focus on how much you can lift at one time. Type of training is not recommended for children because it is difficult to use good form and body can be stressed too abruptly, causing injury. * Exercising too. Exercising too much can also lead to injuries, overtraining, and, for girls, changes in the menstrual cycle, which can lead to bone loss. Sometimes it's hard to know how much is too much, so everyone can tolerate different amounts of exercise. However, the exercise several times a day or a few hours might be too much to anyone. Following the guidelines and exercising about an hour a day is a good starting point. * Expect realistic results. While it is good to have goals to improve your body, you can not always control what we can change. If you want bigger muscles, it is something that happens after puberty, although you can always build strength at any age. If you want to lose weight, exercise and healthy diet is the key, but do not expect a dramatic weight loss last night. Permanent, safe weight loss is a slow process and try to accelerate with a healthy diet or exercising often counterproductive. Tips for getting more exercise
If you are into sports, you may have practices, games and other activities to keep you busy. Otherwise, you may need to be creative in this sport, especially if you have not yet had the opportunity to practice different activities to find what you like and what you are good. Some ideas: * On foot, by bike or skate to and from school, if the option * Ask your parents if you can go to the gym with them or if there is a local community center where you can exercise * Check the network cable to see if you have Exercise TV, a channel offering free training whenever you want * If you hang out at the mall or local shopping center, take a walk rather than staying in one place or not eat at the food court * Create a new routine where you walk, run or inline skate every day, when you come home from school or before dinner. If you do not want to exercise outside of them, ask your friend or family member to go with you or use a video workout in your bedroom * Do some task. rake leaves or sweep the street can actually burn calories by making your parents happy * Take the dog for a walk
February Fashion February Sweetheart Fashion News
Russe, Pac Sun, or Macy's. Majority of those stores
By Ariana Acierto
to go to roam around and can possibly find something
you will definetly find something cute to wear. If you are planning to go to a local swapmeet, they are always fun
very cute and chic and very affordable. If you are on a Valentine’s Day is the day which every girl looks
budget, try visiting a local thrift store. Thrift stores are
forward to the whole year. So, Dressing up for
really fun to go to maybe with your mom or even some
Valentine's Day, or even a Valentine's date may be
girl friends. You can always find very great unique finds
difficult, but if you shop at the right places and recieve the best advice it will not be a problem at all. It all matters if you like what you're wearing and if you're comfortable and have a great time looking for what you need to wear and look great. Looking around for the perfect outfit may be a drag, but in the end it will be worth all of it. Try going to your local mall, swap meets, or thrift store to find your perfect Valentine outfit.
there that no one else will have but you. So, if you would like to stand out with your hot new affordable outfit you should totally check out your local thrift store. Now finally, off to what you should wear. Valentine's Day is always very fun to dress up for every year. For a casual look for Valentine's Day, some ideas may be A pink or red top with jeans or a skirt. Also, maybe if you're a dare devil you can match up pink or red pants with a white or black top of your choice and also pair it
If you are going to a local mall of yours try to stop at
up with a cute jean jacket since they're in style right
some familiar stores such as Forever 21, Charlotte
now. For accessories you may use cute heart earrings,
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February Fashion bracelets, or necklaces. If you'd like you can pair up a
If you didn't want to wear a dress, perhaps a nice skirt
nice cute pink or red scarf. Another little suggestion is and stylish tights with a flashy top and blazer. Anything that silver or gold toned jewelry would spice up any outfit a bit more. Also some cute black boots, converse, flats, toms, would make the outfit more stylish. One more tip is your nails! Nail designs have been a very hot style right now. Going to your local Wal-Mart, Target, or even Forever 21 there are several affordable nail polishes you can choose from. Painting them however you like and designing them is always the fun part. You can also add glitter, rhinestones, and you can even find stick on hearts to put on your nails and you will find many girls complementing them. Just be you! Tips on what to wear if you are going on a romantic date with that someone special you can always dress a little fancier. Perhaps a nice red, pink, or black dress would look fabulous with the right accessories and nice blazer or jacket.
in your choice. Wedges, heels, or flats would be great with any outfit. Also, from interviewing many people Amara who is 12 suggested a nice dress with some converse which is very edgy and chic and it's a great idea. Also any accessories that you would like to add, do it.
Lastly, adding a bit of make-up would top the outfit. Curl those lashes, add some mascara and light blush and you are ready to head out of the door. Like my mom always said, "It's always better looking overdressed than looking underdressed. But most of all, rock your own style and have fun with this "What to wear on Valentine's Day" project. All of you will look great with whatever you decide on wearing.
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Teen Special What It Means to Be a Friend Acts of Friendship For Ashley, it was like this: She was sitting with a big group in the school lunchroom when she accidentally knocked her drink onto her lap. As word spread that it looked like Ashley had wet herself, the laughter began to mount. Then she noticed her best friend doing something strange. "She poured water on herself," Ashley said. True friendship is hard to find, Ashley says. But she knows it when she sees it. And so do many of you. We asked our readers what it takes to be a good friend. The responses poured in — more than 5,000 of you shared your thoughts on friendship. For some, the defining moments of friendship were profound, such as the soulmate who helps you through the grief of losing a family member or camps out in your hospital room when you're sick. For others, it's smaller gestures that loom large — the friend who talks for hours when you're feeling alone, even if it means going over on his cell phone minutes; the one who helps you with your homework, even when she hasn't done her own; or the friend who helps you search for your retainer, even when it means going through the garbage from the school lunch.
It works both ways: Nearly three quarters of the people who wrote to us said they do as much for their friends as their friends do for them. Sometimes the most treasured acts of friendship are those for which you expect to get nothing in return, not even credit for a good deed. "The nicest thing I ever did for a friend was when I let her date my ex — without ever telling her that I was against it," Rae'Johne, 14, said. Elaina, 15, remembers the day she went clothes shopWhat Friends Do for You ping with her best friend, who is overweight. The saleBig or small, it's actions that seem to count the most in slady was being rude to her friend because there was so friendship. In a time when we can chat effortlessly by little in her size and nothing fit quite right. text and IM, talk is getting cheaper. Many of you be- Elaina is proud of how she helped her friend that day. lieve that the evidence of true friends is what they do "I had like an armful of clothes for myself (and may I to show their loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness, or will- add these clothes were to DIE for!) and I put all my ingness to make a sacrifice when you need help. clothes back and said, 'I don't like what they have in Kaitlin, 14, told us about a friend who took the blame here, why don't we go somewhere with better clothes, for her when she got in a fight at school. Her friend not these cheap ones.'" was suspended for 10 days. And Marissa, 16, said she The One and Only discovered the difference between a close friend and casual friend on a school trip to California. Many of the people who wrote us thought it was im"I got sick, and my friend ran to the bathroom after me portant to have a best friend, one who stood out from to hold my hair back as I became the Exorcist," Maris- the rest. sa said. "She stood by me, while my other 'friend' "In reality, you are truly blessed to have one true friend yelled at me to get off the floor and clean it up." to the backbone," Bizaflak, 14, said. "All the others are basically your acquaintances." That's what Rich, 17, What You Do for Friends 28meant when he described a person's friends being "like
Teen Special a pyramid" with one at the peak and others in supporting roles. Some of you described the communication between best friends as being a perfectly clear connection, almost as if it's on a frequency only they can hear. "A true friend understands you, even when you're not talking," Casey, 14, said. "We practically finish each other's sentences," Kayla, 15, said.
struggled with family problems. But her friend moved away recently and hasn't returned her calls. Angelica has heard that her friend now hangs out with kids who drink and do drugs. "I know what these things can do to you," Angelica said, "and I could help her again. But I feel too far away." Romance, like distance, can complicate things. Many teens told of friendships that soured after their friend began seeing someone. "I think the nicest thing a friend ever did for me was to The Wisdom of Friends decide that she would still be my friend this school year Often what you look for in your best friend is good even after I dissed her to hang out with all these cute judgment. Jackie, 14, said the nicest thing a friend did guys," 14-year-old Darilynn said. "I love her for that ... for her was to tell her mom a secret Jackie had told to I've learned my lesson." her friend — that she was extremely depressed. "My friend was scared and even though I told her not When Friends Move On to tell anyone, she knew she had to," Jackie said. "She Many of you learned the true value of friendship after it ended up saving my life, and I am grateful." was gone. Lots of you urged people to work at their Not everyone thinks it's important to have one best most important friendships, rather than letting them fall friend. Molly, 14, said that together her friends make apart after a fight or fade away. up all the aspects of what one "true friend' would be. Roxanne, 15, said her closest friend committed suicide "I have friends who I would confide anything in and recently. Her advice on how to treat your friends? trust them to keep it all a secret," Molly said. "I have "Cherish them like you only have one last day with smart friends, funny friends, goofy friends, 'bodyguard' them." friends (a.k.a. the friends who will stick up for you no And for some, it was OK if good friends only accompamatter what), and just friends who are there on the nied them for part of their journey in life. People grow weekends who want to hang out. So really, no one per- and change, and so do their friends. Lily, 14, said her son can fill every void in your life." best friend will be moving away this year. Lily will try to stay in contact, but she is realistic about the pros"Friends Are Kind of Scary" pects. Friendship isn't easy. To hear many of you tell it, mak- "Friends come and go," she said. ing a good friend is almost like adding a new family member. It comes with risk and responsibility "Friends are kind of scary," said Mary, 14, who has trusted some friends with secrets and regretted it. "Not them in person, but the thought of them in general. It's almost like you are investing in this one person, whoever it may be." Sometimes what a good friend needs from you is brutal honesty, not a cheerleader. Gretchen, 15, said: "A true friend is a person who would really tell you how bad you look in that bright pink spandex suit, even though you really like it." Friends aren't always forever. Angelica tells the story of a friendship that began in kindergarten. She remembers how close they were back in the days when she helped her friend cope with diabetes, sat with her after her appendix was removed, and listened to her as she Reviewed by: D'Arcy Lyness, PhD 29
On Valentine's Day, tradition beats tech for your sweetheart's gift
fully about the preferences of the person you're giving the gift to. If your spouse loves traditional flavors, such as milk chocolate, give him one of Lindt's LINDOR Gift Hearts, which are filled with smooth-melting truffles. And since the survey revealed the majority of women wish a "Happy Valentine's Day" to friends and family in addition to their significant other, don't forget to surprise them with something special as well. Consider giving your mom or dad a seasonal bag of truffles with flavors such as Lindt's limited-edition milk chocolate with a white chocolate center. And surprise a friend or co-worker with a ready-togift option, like a LINDOR Mini Gift Heart, which is a great choice. * Jewelry. The idea of giving jewelry might seem confined to a man giving a gift to a woman. But actually, anyone can give and receive jewelry - you might just need to adjust your thoughts on what falls into that category. For example, a handsome watch or playful cufflinks that perfectly match your man's style can be a great gift. Husbands shopping for their wives can often feel overwhelmed by the amount of style options available, but taking a creative approach to shopping can make it easier to find just the right thing. Take some snapshots of her favorite pieces on your phone and bring them along to the jewelry store. Together with a sales assistant, use the photos to pick out something that will suit her perfectly. * Flowers. Skip the basic blooms and put a bit more thought into any bouquet you give. Think about the recipient's favorite colors - you don't necessarily have to go with pink and red just because those are emblematic of the holiday. If you're stumped for which flowers to buy for your mother, ask your dad whether he knows her favorite blooms, or ask a florist to help you choose flowers with special meanings. Of course, you can feel free to say "Happy Valentine's Day!" on your sweetheart's "wall," but giving a heartfelt, timeless gift will make the holiday one to remember. For more classic gift ideas, visit Lindt.com.
(ARA) - Like most things in modern life, romance has gone online. People update their love lives by setting their status to "in a relationship," "engaged" or "it's complicated" and online dating is now as common as getting set up by friends - if not more so. However, when it comes to telling your special someone how you feel about them on Valentine's Day, think traditional, rather than digital. On a holiday that celebrates our most genuine feelings, the world of online greetings lacks important personal connections. In fact, a recent survey, conducted on behalf of premium Swiss chocolatier Lindt, showed the majority of women (57 percent) like to receive traditional gifts on Valentine's Day, such as chocolates or flowers. However, it's important to remember that you should buy carefully. Pay attention to the quality of the items you give, make a connection with your loved one's favorite things, and your gifts will be as unique and special as the person who is receiving them. Keep these ideas in mind as you shop for your loved ones on Valentine's Day: * Handwritten cards. What could be more meaningful than a heartfelt expression of love? Whether you're telling a family member you're thankful for his or her love over the years, or detailing all the ways you love your significant other, taking the time to carefully craft a note just for that person is a great idea. You can be sure they'll treasure it. If you need some inspiration, consider choosing a photo of you with the person you're writing to and telling them about your good memories of when the picture was taken. * Chocolates. Make your gift stand apart by putting a little added thought into it. Start by choosing premium chocolate, like Lindt, which is made with the finest ingredients and is sure to be the perfect gift option for everyone on your Valentine's Day list. Secondly, think care30
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respect. The teens though have to follow strict schedule sports training's after school and even in the summer, but they help their physical and mental grooming By: SophieHart | and make them tougher to achieve more. Those who have a strong interest in sports It is a nice opportunity for youngsters that can further pursue sports as a career by the sports are pretty organized on domestic joining college level sports teams. and local level. The schools and communi- The best option available to a teen ager if ty centers focus sports as a healthy activity he does not want to be a part of school for the children, especially teens. The po- sports league, is to join sports leagues for tential and need for a physical activity is local community center. Though it is a bit significantly channeling through sports. expensive but it can definitely give a nice Various school and off school sports exposure and would bring in a lot of opleague games are arranged to facilitate portunities to excel sporting needs. Normally the teenagers are interested more into sports like soccer, Similarly, at a local community center basketball, baseball and cricket. This is more sports options are available like due to the fact that team sports are more bowling, swimming, golf, BMX biking etc. fun as compared to individual sports. These however require private instruction A sports league is usually responsible of which may be a little more expensive than planning and organizing sports events. 32
Joining a Teen Sports League
Sports cont. your expectations. Also, the costs can be high for sports which include expensive equipments. One should check for these costs before entering. This would ensure the feasibility and future of your child in that sport. As at community centers either the best players or the one who contribute more are given a chance to play the sports. Furthermore one important part in sports is that is a collective or individualistic sports orientation. It means that you have to decide whether the teen ager is more comfortable in team sports or an individual sports. Few children have more esteem and self expression needs, and they are not much inclined to collective goals. Such children should be given a chance in individual sports. The team sports can end up destroying their self esteem, or having social
problems and conflicts, which they would not be able to confront. Thus, with time entering sports at a local level has gotten very easy for teens. We are able to participate in schedule sports events easily and conveniently. With a careful decision making and proper guidelines, we can come up with more teenagers excelling in sports than ever before. Besides all, you should have adequate amount of knowledge, so that you can not only understand what is happening in a game but also respond, with a positive strategy, in order to win and conquer the sports of your choice.
About the Author Sophiehart is an experienced writer, having years of experience on writing different sports and games.This article is about Schedule Sports and 33Sports League.
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