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Dating 101: Attract a Man...By Not Talking?

9780446692793.gif Erica Strauss - Kent State University
Erica Strauss's Blog
May 9, 2008 - 9:02am
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I know they call it the "dating game" for a reason, but is tricking a man into being with you really acceptable?

Apparently,  Margaret Kent, author of How to Marry the Man of Your Choice, thinks so.

In her book, Kent discusses several ways you can nab your dream lover – and keep him.

Her main piece of advice?  Do the listening, not the talking.  Basically, in the 12 short chapters of Kent's book, she teaches women that in order for a man to fall in love with you, you must not reveal any of yourself to your partner, but rather encourage him to share every little deep and juicy detail with you.  This will inevitably make him fall in love with you (or at least, your superb listening skills).

Although there is other advice woven throughout the book, the main point seems to be to shut your mouth if you want someone to love you.  How absolutely ridiculous is that?  In this day and age, do people really believe that women should be silent and passive and let the man have total emotional control over the relationship?

I don't know about you girls, but I'd rather have someone fall in love with me – the real me – rather than just the fact that I cater to his ego. 

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Get Empowered: Be a Feminist

femma.gif Erica Strauss - Kent State University
Erica Strauss's Blog
May 8, 2008 - 1:48pm
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My sophomore year, I applied to write for the women's magazine on campus. I was assigned a pretty generic topic for my first story: "How to be a feminist."

I was nervous for several reasons: 1) It was my first, real printed story that the JMC faculty, not to mention the student body, would see and 2) How the hell was I supposed to come up with something witty, intelligent and original to say about being a feminist?

Needless to say, it turned out all right - but I had to give up my stint at the mag this semester to devote my time to more academic ventures. However, I have remained an avid reader of the magazine, and this week I picked up the latest issue. I saw an article that really piqued my interest; an interview with Jessica Valenti, feminist blgoger and author of "Full Frontal Feminism", a title that has been on my must-read list for months.

In the interview, Valenti talks about Feministing.com , a blog she edits with other young feminists. She said the team attempts to keep the blog humorous, insightly and and edgy all at once as she and the girls discuss everything from politics to pop culture in true feminist fashion. So, next study break--when you're tempted to visit Perez or TMZ --do your brain a real favor and check out Feministing.

(Image via Feministing.com) 

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Glimpse of Gorgeous: My Love Affair with Urban Decay

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Melanie Harris's Blog
May 8, 2008 - 7:59am
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It all started when we got a Sephora in my hometown. Last time I visited my mom, I had shopping money, gas money, food money, and Sephora money. When I walk into that glorious store, I can hear the angels singing, welcoming me home. Much like Tiffany's and Target, I am convinced that nothing bad could ever happen at Sephora.

I have been a die-hard MAC cosmetics lover for several years, but lately, I have been cheating on MAC with my new lover, Urban Decay. Although I have an extensive collection of MAC eye shadows, I have a serious issue with the color staying on my eyes. I have tried different primers and brushes, but it just won't stay put. Urban Decay, however, sticks to my lids and stays put all day and I don't even have to use a primer. I am so in love.

My favorite thing about MAC is the wide color selection, and the fact that being at the counter makes me feel like I am at the club. Urban Decay has a much more laid-back approach, but the shadows and liners are all vibrantly colored and all of the products come in adorable cases and packaging.

I recommend the Ammo Eyeshadow Palette and the Eyeshadow Transforming Potion, which allows you to turn your favorite shadow into a liquid liner. For the lips, try Shot-O-Gloss, they are pretty and taste really good.

If you've never had an encounter with Urban Decay or Sephora in general, you are certainly missing out, but no matter who your cosmetics lover is, be GORGEOUS!
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Volunteering in New Orleans: A Chicster's Experience

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