Girls' Life articles from October 2007

Girls' Life archives from October 2007

Find your perfect pen pal!(Advertisement)
October 1, 2007... Ever wish you had faraway friends? Girls who could let you know what's up in Wisconsin? A bud who knows the coolest trends in Tuscaloosa? Or maybe just someone you can tell your innermost secrets--without the chance of your entire school...

Under Emma's spell.(LETTERS: WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... I absolutely loved the article on Emma Watson [Hangin' With, A/S '07]. She is a great role model. She seems to really know who she is and isn't afraid to share her knowledge. A lot of girls could look up to her. Thanks, GL! --Nicole ...

Help line.(LETTERS: WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... I understand what Need Help on Many Levels [Dear Carol, A/S '07] is going through. I recently recovered from being a "cutter." Trust me, Need Help, what you're saying doesn't make you crazy--it means you need to talk to someone. You can--and...

Zac attack.(LETTERS: WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... I'm a loyal GL lover, but for the first time I was disappointed in it. Zac Efron as Cutie [A/S '07] made me mad! Every other mag always has Zac, and I was glad GL never featured him. --Holly Thank you for featuring Zac Efron. I have...

Marching in style.(LETTERS: WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... I really like how you used a tuba as a prop in "School of Fashion'' [A/S '07]. I'm one of the only girls in my marching band who plays a low brass instrument. It was very cool to see it used in your magazine, and the outfit rocked too! ...

Family ties.(LETTERS: WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... My brother has autism, and when I read "Broken Dreams, Unbreakable Bonds" [Real Girl, A/S '07], I nearly cried. I showed it to my morn, and she did cry! I love my brother, my family and you, GL. --Kateri Thank you for the article...

Short 'n' sweet.(LETTERS: WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... Thank you sooo much for "This Year I Wanna Try..." [A/S '07]. I've always wanted my hair short but didn't want to experiment. I asked my hairdresser for a graduated bob, and my friends totally dig the new me! I even bought the key-and-lock...

Locker love.(LETTERS: WE'VE GOT MAIL!)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... I loved your ideas for a cool locker! I made everything, and it all turned out fantabulous! You really can make them in "two secs flat." --A reader

I won it on girlslife.com.(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... I love the Osiris shoes I won in the "Back-To-School Style Giveaway." They're sweet! I couldn't believe I'd won. The shoes are amazing! I love GL's fashion stories, so my mom and I thought it would be fun to do our own photo shoot--we're both...

Geo-whiz.(Short Stuff)(Caitlin Snaring)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Caitlin Snaring, 14, is on top of the world! She's the official winner of the 2007 National Geography Bee sponsored by National Geogrophic and hosted by Jeopordy's Alex Trebek. Caitlin took first place and a $25,000 scholarship for knowing Hue...

Clear the air.(Short Stuff)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Smoking is bad. Big surprise, right? But what young smoker can have powerful nicotine longings first puff. A University of Massachusetts study also found that about half of kids who smoked had symptoms of dependence when smoking just seven...

Most likely to succeed.(Short Stuff)(Website overview)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Catherine Cook, 17, sets her "sites" sky-high. Claiming she's more entrepreneurial than tech-sawy, Catherine and her brother David, 18, started myyearbook.com, the third-ranked social networking site in the nation. The sib duo used 8250,000...

Girl talk.(Short Stuff)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... If you have a giant problem, you turn to your besties. After all, that's what friends are for. But a recent study at the University of Missouri-Columbia found that girls who talk to their buds extensively about their problems are more likely to...

And ... action!(Short Stuff)(One Word, a short film)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Chelsea Moore believes you can change the world with words. That was the inspiration for the 17-year-old's award-winning short film One Word. "We can make a positive impact on others simply by thinking about the words we choose," says Chelsea....

Bottled up!(Short Stuff)(TerreCycle)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Wanna turn your trash into cash? TerreCycle, an ecofriendly plant-food company, will donate 5 cents to the school, church, charity or non-profit organization of your choice for each empty 20-ounce soda bottle you send in. OK, so a nickel...

Launching pad.(Cool Girl)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... A lightbulb didn't go off in Kelsey Bohman's head, but she did get hit in the noggin with a marshmallow. The 18-year-old knows a little fun can brighten up a hospital room. At 11, she was diagnosed with leukemia and spent nearly a year at...

Wants to be sure.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... I have a guy friend I like. He told me he likes someone but won't tell me who. He says he trusts me and has hinted that I might be his crush. He acts like he likes me when we hang out. I don't want to get my hopes up, but how can I be sure...

Freshman fears.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... How can I be a better student? I just starred high school, where grades really count. Dear Freshman Fears, Attitude is important, so I applaud you for wanting to kick off high school on a solid note. Arrive early and well-rested. Get...

Boy trouble.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... This boy kept asking me out, and I said no. Now that he's stopped, I want to go out with him! Dear Boy Trouble, Do you really want to go out with him, or do you just miss the attention? If you're genuinely interested in him, smile and...

Wet blanket.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... My friends call me a wet blanket, like I dampen their fun. I'm sad about it. And I'm jealous of my BFF. She is better than I am in all ways. Every guy in school wants her, and I always compare myself to her. Dear Wet Blanket, It's a...

Don't wanna hurt.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Is it weird to not like boys? I think guys are cute, but I'm afraid if I were to go out with one, I'd get hurt like my friends and sister have. It seems every time a friend's relationship is going great, all of a sudden there's a breakup. ...

Jealous of celebs.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... I get so jealous of celebrities. Whenever I do chores, I'm like, "I bet they don't have to do this.'" I'm seriously ruining relationships because I keep thinking celebs' lives are so much better. Dear Jealous of Celebs, Stop that!...

Stressed.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... This is my first year at private school, and it's hard. When I get bad grades, I think, "Why do my parents pay tuition if I'm so stupid?" I feel I'm letting them down. My dad constantly criticizes. Sometimes, I lose it and cry. Dear...

Trying to be normal.(DEAR CAROL)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... My older sister is disabled. She looks different, can't talk or walk, and she stomps and makes loud noises to tell us what she wants. It's really hard to live with her, and I'm getting upset. I don't invite friends over because of her. I'm so...

Misunderstood by mom.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... My mom and I are like enemies. One day when we were yelling, she told me I'll only appreciate her when she's gone! I'm trying to be her friend, but she doesn't get me. I'm thinking of running away with a friend. Should I? Dear...

Not her mom.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... I live in a dorm at boarding school. My roommate is not very hygienic, and I have to be like a mom to her. I have to pull her out of bed in the morning, and tell her when to bathe and clean her side of the room. I've talked to her but to no...

Cancer's no joke.(DEAR CAROL)(Brief article)(Column)
October 1, 2007... My mother died front melanoma when I was 9 (now I'm 15). My sister and I still haven't gotten over it. A lot of the kids don't understand what it's like, but a few do. In school, one bog made a joke about cancer and everyone laughed, except me...

Whoa! Hold up: a few of your friends are zipping past you faster than you can say, "Slow down, buckaroos!".(BFFs)
October 1, 2007... CHANGIN' LIKE THE LEAVES You and your BFFs used to joke that your crew made up the school's chapter of The Never-Been-Kissed Club. But yesterday, you realized you were the sole smooch-free sister in the posse. And the girls decided toskip...

The school squad: school has begun, so now is the time to build yourself a rock-solid roundup of friends. No icky cliques allowed.(FRIENDS)
October 1, 2007... Here's a school assignment for you: Surround yourself with a group of gals whose unique qualities will help you make the most of every semester. These are the five pals you've gotta have in your circle from morning announcements until the...

Dot, dot dash!(GL's BEST NEW FASHION TREND)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... You don't need to know Morse code q to decipher fall's hottest graphic statement. Polka-dots and skinny stripes are everywhere. Our advice? Line 'em up, and spot your faves. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bang-up bangle Stacks of...

Polish it of!(GL's BEST NEW BEAUTY TREND)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Fall's biggest beauty trend isn't what she you're wearing on your face--it's what sportin' on your fingers. Trendy or classic? Black or red? GL's guide to fall polish helps you nail the perfect hue for you--no matter what you're up to. ...

Body q&a.(question and answer)
October 1, 2007... I sleepwalk almost every night. I never remember it, but my mom tells me about it. Sometimes, I do weird things or even fall. How can I stop? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rest assured, sleepwalking is common--17 percent of kids! You'll...

Guys q&a.(question and answer)
October 1, 2007... I have a crush on a cute shy guy in my band, but his best friend asked me out. Should I tell his BFF I'm not interested because I like his friends? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DAVE First off, decide which is more important--a boy or the...

Doin' the gang hang: you and the BF have called it quits--but you have all the same buds. Can you make do with him in your crew?(GUYS)(boyfriend)
October 1, 2007... Not only were you and your guy an awesome twosome, you were founding members of your good-time gang. So, sure, a breakup smarts--but what's your split gonna do to the crew? Should your friends pick sides--or should one of you drop outta the...

Ask lucky.(Column)
October 1, 2007... My older sister is really smart. She skipped a grade and still has an A+ average. I'm a B student, at best. My parents expect me to be as smart as she is. I'm not. What should I do? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Every girl has her own...

How to handle a witch: half the school is dissing you. They're convinced you bathe only once a month. And it's all because of her.(LIFE)
October 1, 2007... She's more than mean-she's a first-class witch, and she's making your life miserable. Aside from permanently hibernating, you've done everything you can think of to cope with MIss Nasty. Nothing has worked... until now. [ILLUSTRATION...

Tube.(GIRLS' LIFE TOP 10)(Brief article)(List)
October 1, 2007... Gossip Girl Think The OC, but in NYC. Oh, and it was a book series first. The story of upper-crust Manhattan teens, told through the eyes of a mysterious narrator, is filled with friend drama, boy troubles, family scandal and intrigue....

Jams.(GIRLS' LIFE TOP 10)
October 1, 2007... Kennedy Kennedy for President Kennedy definitely gets our vote. The songs radiate a polyester disco ball vibe. Just don't take the off-the-wall lyrics too seriously--tunes like "Hillbilly Witchcraft" and "Magic" are all in good fun:...

Reads.(GIRLS' LIFE TOP 10)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... ReaDs Red Glass by Laura Resau Delacorte Press, $15.99 Sophie fears everything, from germs to car crashes, until one night when a bog is found wandering in the desert with her stepfather's business card. Pablo becomes Sophie's Little...

Flicks.(GIRLS' LIFE TOP 10)(Brief article)(List)
October 1, 2007... FliCks Enchanted Princess Giselle is hurled from her animated world and lands in New York... as a real girl! Confused by the city's chaos, she finds romance with an attorney. But what will her prince back home have to sag about it?...

Calvin Goldspink.(CUTIE)(Interview)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... AGE 18 HOMETOWN Aberdeen, Scotland, but now he's on a game reserve in South Africa hundreds of miles from the nearest Starbucks. WILD MAN With his irresistible accent, Calvin stars as Oliver Banks in Life Is Wild, a new CW show set in the...

Emily Osment.(SPOTLIGHT)(Interview)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... AGE 15 HOW YA KNOW HER Duh. She's Hannah Montana's BFF Lilly. And this fall, she's Cassie in R.L. Stine's The Haunting Hour: Don't Think About It on DVD. SCARIEST SCENE "We're in the monster's lair, and the monster is coming after us. Cody...

In a tizzy! GL has around of chat sessions with Ashley Tisdale.(Girls' Life)(Interview)
October 1, 2007... Surely, you have the complete lyrics of Disney's High School Musical 2 committed to memory by now. Because who could ever tire of catchy tunes, cute boys, snazzy dance moves and, of course, the girl everybody loves to hate? Sharpay. She...

Karen the Editor's page.
October 1, 2007... If you paid me $1 million, I wouldn't be able to remember how the conversation started. I was talking to my fabulous crush about who-knows-what, and he goes, "Yeah, my friends think you're pretty" Phew, not "my friends think you're smoking...

Jackets that won the West ... And out heart's with lots a texture and color these jackets are just perfect, whether you're a city slicker or home on the range.(Buyers guide)
October 1, 2007... BE A BOMBSHELL Bomber jackets soar with a cute boy-meets-girl combo. A skinny sweater dress over herringbone pants is fresh and fun. Bitch the heels, and pull on ready-for-anything Wellies. A cherry-red hat makes for a sweet finish. ...

Hey, ask away: the no-fail way to ask out that fox? Think outside the box--GL shows ya how.(Girl's Life)
October 1, 2007... It's totally cool for a girl to ask a guy out--of course, you already know that. Actually doin' it, though, can be tricky. That's why we're sharing our no-fail "how can he resist?" secrets for totally capturing his interest--and getting that...

What's your competition position? Is your vibe winner-takes-all, or are you ok with taking a fall?
October 1, 2007... Ah, victory--you got your first sweet taste of it when you were 5 and whomped your babysitter in a now-legendary game of Twister. Ever since then, you've never shrunk from goin' for the gusto when it comes to a big win. Which is all good,...

So what's the big deal? Life's full of big deals. Some can be awesome, like when your crush finally asks you out, or when you snag the lead in the school play. Others? Not so much.
October 1, 2007... Bombing exams, feeling left out, not making first string--these things can loom large in your world and cause your confidence to crumble. But with the right 'tude, you can take the biggest, baddest deals and reduce them to a tiny hiccup. ...

With friends like that ... When Sophia *, 13, found herself emotionally trashed by her BFF, she had to wonder if Cassie * was really a "friend" after all.
October 1, 2007... Making friends has always come easily to me, probably because I see the best in people. I look for sweet, honest, outgoing girls to hang with, and I've been lucky finding them--until seventh grade when I met Cassie. Cassie went to my...

All that glitters ... No question girls today are doing it all! Including cocaine unfortunately. Whether It's to get hogh, look cool or lose weight, one has to wonder why so many teens are willing to risk everything for a whiff of this dangerous--and deadly--drug.(SPECIAL REPORT)(Drug overview)
October 1, 2007... Take some white powder, and snort it up your nose. like you'd ever do something that gross. Ashley, ed drinking and smoking pot at 16, but cocaine thing she knew she would absolutely never try. "It's a 'hard drug' like heroin and that seemed...

Give 'em the boot: a girl's gotta put her best foot forward. And this fall, it had better be nestled in a gorgeous boot. Tall and fierce or short and sweet, there's a pair (or two!) that's just right for you.(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... HIGH POWERED LOOK FOR Big-time laces that add an edgy feel. TRY 'EM WITH Tweed dress shorts or skinny jeans. Tuck them in! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BUCKLE UP LOOK FOR Awesome detailing, like lots a buckles. TRY 'EM WITH...

Fall's 5 hottest hair trends.(List)
October 1, 2007... These looks may be right off the runway, but they're super-easy to score. We got the how-to from celeb stylist Jamal Hamlnadi, so you don't have to guess. Get up and go? You've got it, gorgeous. Gotta love a chic style that comes to you in...

The weighting game: girls are striving starving!) for unattainable goals. But here's the thing: the numbers on the scale mean a lot you think.
October 1, 2007... You've got numbers on the brain--and it has nothing to do with algebra. But did got know that focusing on how much you weigh may actually be more harmful than helpful? Time to stop being welshed down by a few annoying digits and instead take...

RFV it up: feeling fried? We've got super simple ways to get your oomph back-no Red Bull Needed!
October 1, 2007... You start off the year determined to ace every class, go for varsity and score a paying gig. But now your planner is packed, and all you want is a long nap-say, 'til June. Time to rekindle your can-do attitude.... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Getting it straight. Alyssa learns everyone has skeletons in the closet ... even the jerkiest boy in class.(FICTION)(Short story)
October 1, 2007... I was waiting in line, crossing my arms over my Jockey half undershirt. I wear those because it is, in theory at least, less embarrassing than a bra with a cup size named after the recovering addict organization or, even worse, the roadside...

Happy yumm-o-ween!: Conjure up these spooktacular sweet treats. No black magic required.(FOOD)
October 1, 2007... Devilish Chocolate Cupcakes 1 cup flour * 1/2 tsp. baking powder * 1/4 tsp. baking soda * 1/4 tsp. salt * 1 cup sugar * 1/3 cup cocoa * 1 cup butter * 1/2 tsp. vanilla * 1/2 cup water * 2 eggs, plus 1 yolk * store-bought vanilla frosting *...

Star signs.
October 1, 2007... LIBRA 912,5-10/23 OCTOBER Thinkin' about blowing those b-day bucks on a tech-y toy? Do your research before you spend all your bills in one pop. Still gotta have it? Read the instructions twice--you're likely to have gadget glitches this...

Text-mixed!(AND HOW WAS YOUR DAY?)
October 1, 2007... My date was dancing too close at the homecoming dance. When he went to the bathroom, I texted my BFE I told her he freaked me out and that I wasn't having fun. But I accidentally sent the text to my date, not my BFF! It was a disaster. We...