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Girl On Girl: The Girl Crush Explained

Girl On Girl: The Girl Crush Explained

It is widely believed that women like to bicker and make snide  comments about other women. This is true, we can be very nasty and catty. What is lesser known, is the fact that we can also look upon another woman and admire her looks, her persona, her nature and style. It’s not uncommon for … Continue reading »

5 Reasons People Hate You

5 Reasons People Hate You

Let me be clear from the start, this is a tongue in cheek article. Sometimes it feels like almost everyone around you is an idiot and you must be the only sane, normal human being in the world. How many of you have ever thought to yourself, “I would rather slam my head into a wall covered … Continue reading »

Yes, I’m A Vegetarian, No, I Don’t Just Eat Salad

Yes, I’m A Vegetarian, No, I Don’t Just Eat Salad

I’ve written before about being a vegetarian, talking about explanations and common misconceptions that happen when people ask about it and why people may judge. What I didn’t write about in that article, was just how many people ask, “so what do you eat?” when they find out. This post will look at why it’s one of the … Continue reading »

When Does “Banter” Become Sexual Harassment?

When Does “Banter” Become Sexual Harassment?

In the space of a week I have had two separate encounters with men behaving inappropriately with me. When I talk about them with some people, they say it’s outrageous and not on. Others have said I’ve taken it personally, it’s just a joke. One was a verbal remark, the other physical. Is one less vile than the other? Does it … Continue reading »

Do We Really Grow Up?

Do We Really Grow Up?

Whilst out at the park with my sister and my friend with her two little boys, I realised that us adults still enjoy the really simple and small things in life, exactly like her children. As I sat and pushed the boys on the swings, watching my sister and friend race each other on the … Continue reading »

5 Places You Don’t Want To Wake Up

5 Places You Don’t Want To Wake Up

Whilst out and about this weekend, I couldn’t help but hear a conversation a group of people, maybe late teens, early twenties, were having. They were talking about places they have woken up after a night out on the lash. Some of it was quite funny, others were worrying and dangerous. It got me thinking, which are … Continue reading »

5 Things Women Want In A Man

5 Things Women Want In A Man

It’s Valentines day! A day for romance and love. Women want to feel loved, have someone special to share their night (and lives) with. Finding the right man can be tricky though. Many of us have had bad experiences with men in the past. Very few people are lucky enough to never have had a … Continue reading »

The Lost Art Of Insulting

The Lost Art Of Insulting

In a modern world, swearing, insults, mindless language has become the norm, either in jest or in spite. Whether you agree with insults or quick-witted come backs, they happen everyday. The problem is, they are dull and unimaginative in modern times. These days it’s bland reproaches, “your mum” or one worded names. For those who … Continue reading »

Less Is Not More: Todays Tasteless Fashion

Less Is Not More: Todays Tasteless Fashion

The media these days is filled with images of women spray tanned, donning hair extensions, fake eye lashes, a good six inches of make-up, fake nails, fake boobs and killer sky scraper heels. Some consider this look sexy, usually the woman dressed as such. In fact, it’s such a common sight these days, there are TV shows dedicated … Continue reading »

Just Say No

Just Say No

Everyone has heard of how you should be positive, have a life where you say “yes” all the time. Banish the word no, it’s negative. You can sometimes feel you need to say yes in social situations. “Yes, I’ll go out tonight” when you don’t want to, “Sure, I’ll do you this favour”, “Of course I … Continue reading »