This week on The Bachelorette- Home Town Dates. One of the episodes in the season we all can’t wait to see. Partly because it means it is almost over, but mainly we want to see how crazy the guys’ families are, considering they supported their journey of love on a reality dating show that usually results in messy public breakups.

Needless to say, I was thoroughly excited to sit down and watch two hours of what, in my mind, should have been an outtake from the Family Feud. Instead I got staged conversations and Ashley’s bangs of shame.

Ash’s first stop was Cumming, Ga (really ABC?) to see Constantine in “My Big Fat Greek Family’s Home Date.” The two lovebirds cooked, ate and danced. Constantine’s mom even declared she would be okay with making Ash an honorary Greek, his Father wants to see his son and Ashley in love forever…and also managed to sneak in that his son “is very good with kids.” For some reason his entire family supports him, only wishing he finds true love and happiness. After dinner is done, Constantine’s entire extended family decides to join in on the fun dancing with Ash and makin’ it rain on them hos tossing dollar bills in the air (like any Greek family does). Read More »

Yesterday was significant for two reasons: first, because it marked the end of an era in my life, and second, because it marked the beginning of the last two months of life as I’ve known it. Condensed, decoded version of that statement: I am now a high school grad, precisely two months away from move-in day…and I have so much to prepare for. For us, the incoming freshman of the Class of 2015, we’ve got less than a season to primp ourselves, prep our minds, and broaden our horizons enough to give a great first impression on that first day of classes. (And if we plan on rushing a sorority fall semester, that pressure is basically quadrupled.)

Now, as excited as I am to immerse myself in a completely new part of the country and whore my friendship out to anyone who seems halfway genuine, I’m also (understandably) somewhat apprehensive. While I embrace the fact that my classmates will be in the same awkward, n00bish and painfully freshman situation that I will be drowning in, to no degree does knowing this dull my nerves. It’s common knowledge that first impressions carry weight in relationships of any sort. Read More »

I know it’s only June and the dog days of summer have just barely started, but it was 99 degrees here yesterday and after lugging my million-pound air conditioner up 3 flights of stairs, there is nothing I wanted more than the 10 feet of snow that seemed to pile up every other day this past winter. A wise man once told me (okay, so it maybe it wasn’t a wise man… maybe it was just my mom back in 1997 when we couldn’t afford AC) that if you think cool thoughts, you’ll cool down.

…Yeah, that’s never actually worked for me, but here’s some cool-spiration for you to try out my mom’s…erm…the wise man’s advice.

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Know of any other extra cold places? What do you do to cool down- or do you actually enjoy the heat?

Summer is the best time of year.  There are virtually no responsibilities (unless you’re stuck with classes or work), it’s always time for a margarita, the beach is calling your name and there are tons of hot, shirtless guys.  What’s not to love?  Oh yeah, the billion degree heat and the humidity!  While you can cool off with the beverage of your choosing, your makeup probably won’t last past noon if you’re out and about. Read More »

It’s the moooost wonderful tiiiime of the yeeeear. Halfway to it, anyway. In a ‘Christmas in June’ inspired feeling, we can all celebrate because today is exactly six months away from Christmas. And, that being my all-time favorite gift-giving holiday, I rounded up a few presents I want now.

Are Britney and Nicki Minaj fighting on tour?

Tips for making a summer fling work

The best flirty skirts for the summer

3 Ways to protect and treat your hair

How to beat the heat through food

Ohemgee!  Conan’s lookalike is the little girl from ‘Mary Poppins’

The debate over which comic book heroes are better

The 20 dumbest things about being in your 20s

‘True Blood’s’ Joe Manganiello looking foxy

It’s June 21 – and (hopefully) we all know what that means- the official first day of summer! Now that we’ve all been out of school for a while, most of us have settled into our warm weather routines. There are certain activities that are only acceptable in the summer months, and here are the ones I am looking forward to most…

The cast of ‘True Blood’ is here to help your…withdrawals

Random hotties in t-shirts

Steve Jobs has an awesome way of dealing with stupid questions

Charlie Sheen’s allowed back on network TV?!

Staying office-appropriate on scorching hot days

How to make summer last

Ashley takes the boys to Thailand in ‘The Bachelorette’

Kim’s suing the heck out of that football player

•Who’s side are you on for the ‘RH of OC’?

I don’t know about you, but I am completely obsessed with arms. On guys, strong arms makes me feel protected and safe – not to mention, it’s uber sexy. On girls, nicely toned arms show a sense of empowerment and look great in sleeveless dresses. So, I’m finally dedicating this week’s workout to getting that sleek arm definition. These are extremely easy to do and they give you great results!

1. Arm Pulses

Bring your arms in front of you, clasp your hands together and keep your elbows as close to each other as possible. Raise your elbows to shoulder height. Continue the workout by raising it one inch higher and then lowering it back down, creating small pulses. This move will tone your deltoids (shoulder muscles). To increase the intensity, hold a weight or textboox in your hands. Pulse your arms for 30-60 seconds. Repeat 3 times. Read More »

It’s only the third week of summer and already I’m missing college. Yup, in 21 short days I’ve tasted enough of the real world to know I am nowhere near ready for it. What happened to the days of water wings, Disney-shaped iced pops and smeary sunscreen? Now that was real relaxation! I’m having trouble calling this a summer “vacation” when every day requires I get out of bed earlier than I did for classes! Thanks Mom & Dad for insisting I get a part-time job. As for all that responsibility and financial independence you want me to learn? Gross!

Let’s just fast-forward through the monotony of June and endless humidity of July. August means school spirit, classes and fun. And you know what? You can’t get me back to campus soon enough!