Girls' Life articles from June 2005

Girls' Life archives from June 2005

Find your perfect pen pal!(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Ever wish you had faraway friends? Girls who could let you know what's up in Wisconsin? A bud who knows the trends in Tuscaloosa? Or maybe just someone you can tell your innermost secrets--without the chance of your entire school finding out?...

Karen the editor's page.(Column)
June 1, 2005... When people find out I work at GL, they're full of questions. I'd like to say those questions are something like, "How do you guys come up with all those fascinating articles? Are you geniuses?" But it's usually more like, "Do you know Jesse...

Li'l Spears.(WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the Editor)(Correction Notice)
June 1, 2005... Thanks for writing the article on Jamie Lynn Spears [Hangin' With, A/M '05]. I started watching Zoey 101, and I'm hooked! I think Jamie Lynn is a really good actress. I enjoyed reading about her and learned some things I didn't know. ...

Know your flow.(WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... I loved your article on girls and their periods ["Your Wackiest Period Mysteries-Solved!", A/M '05]. It really helped me understand what my body is going through. Some things that have been happening to me lately are described in the article. I...

Lean on her.(WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... I really enjoyed "My BFF Taught Me How To..." in your A/M '05 issue. It was really inspiring and beautiful, and it made me feel blessed by my friends. Keep on letting real girls sound off. --Liz I loved the BFF article because it was...

A toothy grin.(WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... Thanks for "Root Canal" [Short Stuff, A/M '05]. I never realized how much damage pop does to tooth enamel. I haven't had a can of pop since reading the article. My teeth thank you! --Ex pop drinker

Workin' it.(WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... Thank you for "The GL Bikini Body Workout" in the A/M '05 issue. I am really excited to go to the beach with the incredible results from your easy, fast-sculpting routines. I have been overweight since second grade, and the workout made the...

Sittin' superstar.(WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... I loved "Be a Supersitter!" in the A/M '05 issue. My aunt asked me to babysit my cousin, and I didn't know what to do. Now, I have enough confidence to take her up on her offer next time. --Christina

A winning attitude.(WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... I want to thank you so much for the prize I won recently. I was having such a bad day. I got the worst mark on my math test, a friend was mad at me, and I had a project due that week and wasn't even close to finishing it. So when I got home...

Budget-friendly fashion.(READER LETTER OF THE MONTH)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... I thought I'd break the habit of using a plain ol' white envelope, so I jazzed mine up for you! I've been getting GL for almost four years. When I first got it, the clothes were cheap and cute. You still offer super cute clothes, but now it...

Outta site!(Short Stuff)(missoandfriends.com)
June 1, 2005... Oh, joy! There's a spankin' new website for girls. And get this: It was created by a teen. Sixteen-year-old Juliette Brindak, with input from her sis Olivia, 11, and cousin Harlie, 12, came up with the concepts for missoandfriends.com....

Hope on a string.(Short Stuff)(Handbag of Hope)
June 1, 2005... Ali Spizman, 18, never knew Hope Stout, who died last year at age 12 of bone cancer. Still, Ali wants to help continue Hope's cause. All read about Hope's giving up anything-her-little-heart-desired granted by the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Her...

Big track attack.(Boo! Hiss!)(electronic school attendance monitoring)
June 1, 2005... What you might return to at summer's end could be school administrators picking your accessories--and it's not gonna be pretty. Some Northern California students were recently required to lug ugly detectors around their necks--ID tags that are...

Be an adventure girl!(Short Stuff)(Pali Overnight Adventures)
June 1, 2005... Considering heading to summer camp but leery about stringing beads and canoeing Lake Whatamidoinghere? Well, there's never a dull moment at Pali Overnight Adventures. a unique co-ed sleepover camp in Southern California. Pick your specialty,...

Enter DarKastle.(Short Stuff)(new rides at Busch Gardens)
June 1, 2005... Curse of DarKastle gets our vote for the most chilling new ride on the amusement park scene. Is it a roller coaster? Haunted house? The hybrid ride has eerie elements of both! Riders board gold, old-school style sleighs and take a twisty,...

Fostering family ties.(COOL GIRL)(Leea Logston helps foster children)
June 1, 2005... Sure, she's preparing for her senior prom and getting ready to start college. But Leea Logston, 17, of Oklahoma City, Okla., is doing all that and then some. Through her Girl Scout troop, Leea coordinated a weekend campout program to reunite...

Dear Carol.
June 1, 2005... Dear Carol, I am 12, but my body looks a lot older. Guys never talk to me or hang out with me... until I have on a bathing suit. When I go to the pool with my girl friends, I am usually correct when I say, "Here come the boys." I'm...

Keepin' it together: you and the gals will be apart for some of the summer? There are lots of ways to ease the separation anxiety.(BFF's)
June 1, 2005... In the new flick The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, best buds Bridget, Carmen, Lena and Tibby stay tight even while apart for the summer. The key to their connection? A pair of thrift shop jeans that magically fits all four pals perfectly....

I'm with the band.(BBF GIVEAWAY)(Fantastic Friends wristbands)
June 1, 2005... These electric-blue Fantastic Friends wristbands are more than a lab fad. They're churning up chunks of change for charity. One hundred percent of the cashola from the bracelet sates goes to Locks of Love, which makes custom hairpieces for kids...

After I introduced my two best friends to each other, they became super-close and now they leave me out of the loop: I wanted my best friends to meet, not become new BFFs and ditch me! How can I get them back?(BFF DILEMMA OF THE MONTH)
June 1, 2005... Have a sleepover so you can chat with them about your feelings. Then, plan things all three of you can do together, like shopping. Don't worry if they get close. True friends will never forget you. --Naomi, 11 They might not realize...

Sister act.(FRiENDS)
June 1, 2005... Wouldn't you just love for your sister to hold the coveted title of BFF? We can help you and your sis come closer than ever to actually being friends. Mary-Kate and Ashley spend every New York minute together. Haylie and Hilary can't get...

Ask Dr. M: bullying, friends, growing up ... none of it is easy. Ask Dr. M and her daughter Liz for their advice.(girls only)(Column)
June 1, 2005... This Week's Question Friends Dear Dr. M and Liz, How do you talk to your worst enemy to become friends? --Anneke, 10, United Kingdom Dr. M's Answer Dear Anneke, Trying to become friends with someone who's now an...

Fruit salad: mix up your wardrobe with big fruity fashion finds. An extra serving of fruit is berry good for you.(FASHiON TOP 10)
June 1, 2005... 1 CD case, $12, fredflare.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 Watch, $45, swatch.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 3 Pin, $6, zad.com 4 Belt, $30, fashiondollaccessories.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 5 Necklace, $15,...

Pucker up: juicy citrus scents are squeeze-a-licious.(BEAUTY TOP 10)
June 1, 2005... 1 Sweep on citrus shades for sunny lids Maybelline New York Expert Eyes in Playin' the Field, $6, drugstores [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 Beat the heat with this lemon-y treat Crabtree & Evelyn Citrus Travel Towelettes, $5,...

Sun kissed: freckles--I hate them! Mine are dark and stand out on my light skin. Help!(BODY & Q&A)(Column)
June 1, 2005... Light skin equals frequent freckling. Fair folks have less melanin, which protects skin from ultraviolet sun rays. While the spots are cute (just look at Lindsay Lohan), they can be signs of sun damage. So make sure you keep your fabulous...

Is it true Ashlee Simpson could get acid reflux? I didn't think she was old enough to have that problem.(FACT OR FICTION?)
June 1, 2005... FACT! Anyone can get acid reflux. Stomach acid gets into the throat, causing burning, icky sensations. Everybody has a pukey burp once in a while, but if it happens more than twice a week, a girl might need treatment, explains Dr. Shekhar...

Phony baloney: my new BF is fun and nice. But he says he'll call, then never does. I'm too embarrassed to ask why. I don't want to seem desperate. How should I handle this?(GUYS Q&A)(Column)
June 1, 2005... DAVE No need for embarrassment as you're clearly right to be annoyed. Time to bring out the trusty, "Turn things around--how would you feel?" argument. Present the situation to him, and simply ask, "If I told you I was going to call and didn't,...

His BFF is a babe: your BF's buddy is cute, smart and rocks a pair of jeans. Thing is, his No. 1 pal is a gal. How to deal when a girl is your boy's best friend ...(GUYS)
June 1, 2005... You snagged the perfect guy--he has a Sean Faris face, he's mellow like Frankie Muniz, and he's packin' the pecs of Michael Phelps. Best of all? He's way into you. But when he's not with you, he's spending time with his best friend--another...

The gene pool: my family is going to the beach with some other relatives. My aunt and uncle yell a ton, and my cousins get into first fights. Help!(ASK LUCKY)(questions and answers)(Column)
June 1, 2005... Yikes! Not exactly the relaxing beach retreat you had in mind, huh? Well before the date you're planning to hit the road, let your parents know your relatives' fighting bothers you. Maybe they can talk to your aunt and uncle about it before...

Finals analysis: the dreaded finals are here. Get great grades without pushing your brain into overload mode.(LiFE)
June 1, 2005... Frazzled and spazzed over the mere mention of finals? Don't be! With our study secrets, you'll breeze right on through.... May I have your attention? You might think U.S. history is the most boring subject in this hemisphere, but you...

Beach wrap.(Make it!)
June 1, 2005... Who needs a bulky beach tote? Toss your bikini and a tube o' sunscreen onto your towel--fold it, roll it and go! WHAT YOU NEED 30-inch-by-60inch beach towel * 3 yards of 1-inch wide ribbon * needle * thread * ruler WHAT YOU DO Cut...

Sleep on it!(Be the first to ...)('Crafty Girl Slumber Parties')(Book Review)
June 1, 2005... Was your last sleepover a snore? Time to get a copy of Crafty Girl Slumber Parties ($12.95, chroniclebooks.com). It's packin' themes, like Think Pink and Beadapalooza, with invite ideas, recipes, games, crafts and even vids to view. Or grab a...

Get on board.(Why not?)('Suffer Girl: A Guide to the Surfing Life')('The Girl's Guide to Surfing')(Book Review)
June 1, 2005... Still stuck on your boogie board? Make some serious waves this summer by learning to surf! Ridin' the swells is fab exercise and, well, what's cooler than a wahine girl? Scared you'll be more Blue Crash than Blue Crush? Check out Suffer Girl: A...

Blender babe.(What's cookin'?)
June 1, 2005... Hiking, biking or tennis leaves you starved. That said, it's hard to chow a big meal when it's 90 degrees out. What to whip up instead? Try this fruity, refreshing, protein-packed smoothie: POWER PUNCH 1/2 cup soft silken tofu 1 1/4...

Top 10.
June 1, 2005... Flicks The Perfect Man Dealing with your own guy problems is tough enough, so imagine trying to handle your mom's too. Holly Hamilton (Hilary Duff) is in a pickle: Her room (Heather Locklear) wants to meet face to face with the secret...

Blaine Larsen.(CuTiE)(country singers)
June 1, 2005... AGE 19 HOMETOWN Seattle CLAIM TO FAME He's country musics hottest young thang with a twang since Off to Join the World was released early this year. HIGH SCHOOL COOL Blaine's first single is titled "In My High School," and he co-wrote "That's...

Genevieve Cortese.(SPOTLiGHT)('Wildfire')
June 1, 2005... CLAIM TO FAME Gen stars as 18-year-old Kris Furillo in the new ABC Family drama series Wildfire, premiering June 20, 8 p.m. HORSESHOE IN THE WAH-ZOO Kris is a detention center inmate who is lucky to land a job at a high-end horse ranch upon her...

Friends, sisters & magic pants: is it so many years as friends or a single experience that bonds girls together forever? From the new movie The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, four actresses talk about becoming great pals while playing the tightest of best friends in the comfiest of jeans.(Interview)(Cover Story)
June 1, 2005... A summer without your friends? Hideous on so many levels. Especially since all girls come back from summer a bit older and a little... changed. The golden rule: Do what it takes to keep the "forever" in Best Friends For ever. But can a pair of...

Pirate princess of the Caribbean.(fashion)
June 1, 2005... FASHION OVERBOARD? NEVER! TEST THE WATERS THIS SUMMER WITH RICH COLORS AND INTERESTING LAYERS. THEN PILE ON YOUR CHARM--AND JEWELRY WORTHY OF A PIRATES BOUNTY. AHOY, GIRL! Top, $69, Trois Mailles. Silk cami with jewel trim, $124, Lure....

How to have your funnest summer ever ...(Girl's Life)(Column)
June 1, 2005... PLAY POOL "You can't beat a traditional pool party. We invite everyone we know, turn on the music and splash around. We have diving contests, balloon fights, relay races and, when we get too tired, we slather on sunscreen and lay out. We tell...

Are you super shy or a social butterfly? Whether you're the life of the party or more about wallflower power, get inside your summer socializin' style.(Girl's Life)(quizz)
June 1, 2005... Group outings make you shake at the knees? Blush much when your crush attempts to strike up a convo with you? Or are you the gal who's bold enough to take up with the crew you just met at the snack shack? Our quiz will help you find out if you...

Come to your senses: which of the senses rules your summer?(quizz)
June 1, 2005... Your five senses are like a group of friends--one usually calls most of the shots. Does your nose lead the way, or do you let your fingers do the walking? Or perhaps you're very visual or have super-sonic hearing. Or maybe the key to what makes...

Must-have family vacation--GL's survival guide.(Girl's Life)(includes "Quick-Pack Checklist" table)
June 1, 2005... Hitting the road with the fam this summer? First, read our well laid-out plan for keeping your cool--even if you're stuck in a sticky back seat with your brother's stinky feet. You and your family are packing up and going to the Grand...

Rich girls: Louis Vuitton bags, mega-bucks Sweet 16's and major bling aren't just for the Hilton sisters these days. Why girls everywhere suddenly want to live large.(SPECIAL REPORT)
June 1, 2005... Gabrielle *, 13, is the first to admit she loves having the best of everything. She lives in a big, beautiful house, thanks to her financially flush 'rents. Even though her closet is already bursting with designer clothes, this gorgeous spring...

Cute-for-you suits!(swimwear)(Girl's Life)
June 1, 2005... OMG! It's summer! That means sun, fun and, yes, swimsuits. We asked real GL girls for their biggest swimsuit dilemmas, then found this summer's most gorgeous solutions. Meet the suits that flatter every body--especially yours! THE PERFECT...

Swimwear 101.(Girl's Life)
June 1, 2005... Everything you need to know to suit yourself perfectly. I'm not skinny, but I want to wear a bikini. There are dozens of different cuts designed to flatter every body shape. Take an honest friend shopping, and try on everything you fancy....

Pick your perfect swimsuit color!(Girl's Life)
June 1, 2005... FAIR SKIN Medium to bright blues counter pinks in your skin. Pink and coral shades will warm. Browns complement freckles! AVOID: pastels, red, green. MEDIUM SKIN Teal, olive, rusty reds and shades of brown flatter medium skin. AVOID:...

Goodbye, blemishes: breakouts are as necessary as commercials. TiVo your face with these fast fixes.(GL'S SUREFIRE CURES FOR SUMMER BREAKOUTS)(Column)
June 1, 2005... Summer skin is so spazzy. At first, it might improve because you're chillin' and getting all glow-y from the sun. But this gift from the clear-skin goddess is often temporary. Zits come, then clear up, then reappear like dermatology deja vu....

Smooth moves: stubbly legs? Never-smooth underarms? Bikini line speed bumps? Not this summer!(SHAVING SECRETS THAT GUARANTEE SILKY SKIN)
June 1, 2005... If you've shaved before, you know it's not always an "I'm your Venus!" experience. Rashes, bumps, redness, cuts--it all happens. Whether shaving for the first time or the fiftieth, ya gotta know how to defuzz the right way. Here are all the...

Be a hot beauty: old-school beauty booty for a sizzlin' summer.(THE TIPS AND TRICKS WE ONLY TELL OUR FRIENDS)
June 1, 2005... There's a ton of new summer make-up, hair care stuff and body products, but who says new is always better? We're hitting rewind and sharing our all-time best summer beauty tips. In the water or in the heat, dressed up or hanging out, here are...

Fast food revelation: that greasy French fry or double cheese-burger is calling your name? Know how to be smart about it.(IT'S FAST, IT'S FUN, BUT IS IT GOOD FOR YOU?)
June 1, 2005... It's summer, it's lunchtime, you're starving. You only have 15 minutes between swim practice and your afternoon babysitting job, and the drive-thru at Mickey D's is right on the way. Next day, you're having lunch with your girls at Olive...

Day at the beach: take an exotic vacation without ever leaving your room.(IT'S ALWAYS WARM AND SUNNY IN THIS ROOM)
June 1, 2005... Tired of tiny flowers, girlish ruffles and pink, Christine, 11, decided it was time to trade her country cottage bedroom for a tropical paradise. Designer Lane Oliver, creator of Digs A Go-Go, a do-it-yourself bedroom makeover DVD ($25,...

Burned again: things heat up when you stick your nose where it doesn't belong. And that's why Maggie got herself a big ol' slice of humble pie.(FICTION)(Short Story)
June 1, 2005... My mom is an ultra-feminist; I love to bake. This "habit" of mine, as she calls it, drives her sane. She thinks it means I have subservient tendencies. I think it means I am genius because I spend my time creating mouth-watering desserts that...

Star signs.(horoscopes)(Column)
June 1, 2005... Gemini 5/21-6/21 JUNE Wow--things are pretty great. School is behind you, you're feelin' all energetic and, hey, it's your birthday! Looks like you'll be getting everything you want on the big day. That is, as long as you're not expecting...

And how was your day? Can't top this one.(embarrassing moments)(Column)
June 1, 2005... My crush invited me to his pool party, so I bought a new bikini just to impress him. When I got to the party, he said, "I'm so glad you made it. Jump in!" I did a cannonball but, when I came up for air, he said, "Hey aren't you going to go grab...

Brain freeze.(Celeb Moment)(Jordan Hinson on auditions)
June 1, 2005... Jordan Hinson, 14, skates on thin ice at an audition. She plays ice princess Katelin in The Disney Channel's Go Figure, June 10, 8 p.m. It was one of my very first auditions, and I was sooo nervous. I waited in the hall and studied my lines...