It can sometimes be tough for tween girls to figure out what to wear, where to buy, and when to wear certain clothes. Follow the steps ahead to get a better understanding of how to survive this transition into adolescence.


Is your closet full of things that you don't wear anymore? Do you have trouble finding something to wear every day? Are you sure that everything in there still fits you?


Is your brother annoying you? Does your sister barge into your room? This guide will tell you how to make a secret space.


Create Storage in a Kid's Room with No Closets

Finding storage space in a kid’s room without closets might seem hard, but there are actually many solutions. The best thing to do is invest in some large piece of furniture for clothing and your kid’s other possessions.


A secret space provides a place you can go for a quiet moment or store items without others knowing. Creating a secret space is a fun project that gives you somewhere to call your own.


Build up a Great Wardrobe/Clothing Collection As a Teen

Clothes, clothes, clothes. We want lots of them, and we want them to be from expensive brands that attract attention and admiration from our friends (better still, our enemies too).


Being mysterious is alluring. Whatever your gender, maintaining a mysterious element to yourself can leave people wanting more and guessing a lot. While sometimes acting mysteriously can come across as stand-offish or strange, provided it's done with grace and care, it can be a fabulous way to keep friends, lovers, and the people you meet fascinated by the individual you might just be inside.


Innocent women are the embodiment of the “girl-next-door.” They are down-to-earth, wholesome, natural beauties. Partners are drawn to their inexperience and loyalty.


What's fun about being nice and shy? You want to be sassy! Saucy, vivacious, bold -- all qualities that are enviable. Instead of blending in with the crowd, you stand out.


Obedience is something of a touchy topic, because it can easily morph into something abusive. However, that doesn't mean that there's anything wrong with cultivating obedience towards your parents, towards your authority figures (like teachers or bosses), or even towards your faith (if you have one).


Being a well-rounded teenager is a balancing act. Imagine you're in a circus and riding a unicycle. The ringmaster throws you one ball, and then two, then three and four, which you're expected to juggle all at once — while riding a unicycle.


Being 'goth' has changed significantly over the last few decades and yet many people are still drawn to it. Often preteen girls feel the tug of this mysterious subculture and wish to explore it.


The Gothic culture has been around for a long time. It's often associated with darkness, the color black, etc. But instead of just looking goth, here's how to  be  goth.


Want to learn how to be a beautiful Goth Girl? Please note: This information is designed specifically for teens, you will learn how to express your individuality without overdoing it.


Classy goths are a gothic subset who mix a macabre and brooding aesthetic with tasteful clothing and culture. Being a classy goth is more than how you dress: it's also how you act and what you surround yourself with.


So people misunderstand Goths as Satanists, Wiccan, or whatever. Christian Goths exist, and are growing...


Vampires are the "In" thing this year. Twilight has kicked off the vampire age and teen girls everywhere love how vampires are so.... perfect! Want to be a vampire...or are just making your friends think that you are one?


Being a mother is very hard work. Give back by making sure that your mom has a wonderful birthday. You can do just that by getting her a meaningful present or making her big day into a memorable event.


Millions of people flock each year to New Orleans to celebrate one of the biggest events in the city: Mardi Gras. This holiday revolves around parades, costumes and the occasional alcoholic beverage.


Summer is over, but that doesn't mean anything bad! Autumn is a great time of the year, and if you do something fall-ish on the first day of autumn, you are in for a great season!


Kwanzaa gifts look most effective when using the colors that reflect Kwanzaa, namely black, green and red. Working with these colors can create beautifully wrapped gifts.


Kids don't have to wait until dark to celebrate Halloween. Make these "scary" & fun sandwiches or snacks for lunch.


Understand and Respect Chinese Superstitions

China is home to many diverse and ancient cultures, thus Chinese people traditionally have certain superstitions. When in China or interacting with Chinese culture, it is best to learn and understand these superstitions to avoid offending people.


Want some Halloween food ideas? Well then look at this article.


Halloween's coming up, and you need some of the spookiest ideas for your party. Are you running out of time and options? Then read this article to learn how to spice up your Halloween party big-time!


A witches finger snack is delicious, full of flavor, and great for kids. They're easy to make, too. Older children might even be able to create this simple snack on their own!


These milkshake spirits are not only terrifying, but also quite cute and brighten up every Halloween. This milkshake will have your guests gagging - with delight.


 Create your own miniature ghostly treat in a cup. This is a great Halloween treat for kids or a party.
Makes 12 to 16 servings.


Pumpkin favors are easy to make but take a little time to put together. They are something children can make with a little help from older kids or adults.


Halloween is all about the decorations, but you may want something more than traditional, store-bought scares. Try out these homemade decorations to give your house an edge over everyone else.


Make a Witch's Brew Drink for a Halloween Party

If there are any adults at your Halloween party, and you want them to have something that isn't too babyish, then follow this recipe to give them an awesome drink.


Imagine a host of severed hands holding up trays of snacks at your Halloween party. Sound too ghoulish to be true? Follow these instructions to make your own severed hands.


Want something a little spookier to store your Halloween treats and sweets in? Well, here is an easy and affordable way to make a Halloween sweet bowl that looks like a pumpkin!


Join the fun and decorate your home this Halloween. From a spooky candle you can get ready in a few minutes, to epic pumpkin carvings that occupy a whole evening, anyone can find a way to partake in the Halloween spirit.


Make Glow in the Dark Halloween Decorations

For extra Halloween fun and with safety in mind, you can make a spooky collection of glow-in-the dark Halloween decorations for sticking on walls and steps, for extra protection as they shine forth and show the way.


A spider web is an ideal decoration for Halloween, haunted houses, projects about arachnids, or a fun ambiance for a reading of "Charlotte's Web." There are many different ways to make a spider web based on the materials needed and the level of difficulty involved.


Spooky white ghosts flying in the breeze will welcome your visitors to your door. Making these ghosts from those piles of plastic shopping bags turn this into a great recycling craft as well.


Make Halloween Crafts That Are Not Scary

Creepiness is not on everyone's agenda during Halloween. In fact, many parents and church groups are at a total loss for how to celebrate an occasion that celebrates scaring people and doesn't fit with their faith.


This is a creative (and cheap) way to decorate your house for Halloween!


Making a haunted house is the perfect way to celebrate Halloween, or to spook your guests because you've been possessed by a scary spirit. Transforming your ordinary home into a blood-curdling haunted house takes some creativity, hard work, and planning.


Make a London Dungeons Themed Haunted House

There are so many themes for haunted houses and/or mazes, but here is one that very few have done yet. A London Dungeons theme!


Are you a teenage girl who is interested in dressing like a hippie but doesn't know where to start? Keep on reading this article and it will give you some ideas and tips!


Homemade halloween decorations are a world away from the mass-produced flimsy plastic and paper dollar store offerings. Making your own decorations ensures a unique look, plus you can reuse items around your house that might otherwise go to waste.


Do you need a fun, easy Halloween craft? This one can be done by all ages, from the youngest person to adults. All finished mummies will be delightful, festive and a little scary.


A Glow Girl is girl who loves glow in the dark items and loves to have fun. Want to be one? Read the article to become one.


Being a gamer means someone dedicated to video games and the culture of gaming. In order to be a gamer, you'll need certain equipment. You'll also need to research the gamer community and language.


The Beach Boys sang in their famous song, “California Girls”, “I wish they all could be California girls”.  [1]   The image of the California girl is often portrayed as blonde, sun kissed, and always clad in a bikini.


Plenty of special effects makeup artists and enthusiasts use fake blood to create realistic, gory looks, especially around Halloween. Nothing adds to the frightening thrill of Halloween like lots and lots of sticky red blood!


Horror and special effects makeup artists combine artistic creativity with great technical skill to become masters at their craft. Horror makeup is a niche within the general category of special effects makeup, and to be successful in this field you will have to learn a number of skills, from painting gore to learning how make prosthetics and wigs.


Being a flapper was a trend in the Roaring Twenties, 1920s, where some women rebelled against some of society's strict expectations of females. Flappers were women who liked to be "in the now styles and fads", and their public behavior was often considered inappropriate or too "out there".


Trying to look tough, huh? You can learn to make a real-looking fake bruise using a variety of methods, using easy-to-find supplies. You can also learn how to fake it and get your friends to think it's real.


You may have seen trippy “double vision” makeup floating around Instagram, Pinterest, and Youtube. Double vision makeup makes a person look like they have two sets of eyes, two noses, and two lips.


This wikiHow will teach you how to look like a zombie, from makeup to hair to clothes. It will even give you pointers on how to get the act right.


Want to look like a princess/Disney princess for Halloween? This pretty look is also appropriate for any other party event as well! Detailed demonstration video below.


Whether looking scary or ravishing for Halloween, your look needs to include the eyes, the windows to your soul. With a few touches of makeup to the eyes, you can be a ghoul, a scary doll, a vampire, a fairy or something else altogether.


The zippered face makeup look is a frightening (and disgusting) look for Halloween! If you are looking for something that will scare and impress your friends, then this is a great choice.


Applying witch makeup can be a tricky task, whether you want to look like a scary witch or a sexy witch. To look like a witch, all you need to do is to apply a base coat to your face, create smoky eyes, and then to add either scary or sexy touches to your appearance.


Between November and January a number of holidays, such as Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's Eve, change schedules and reduce the amount of time people spend working.


Spend One's Holidays Without Getting Bored

Are you spending your holidays sitting around bored with nothing to do? Don't waste your precious days off - there many, many things you can do to occupy yourself, even if holidays are a week long or longer.


Vampires may have been the height of fashion a few years ago, but zombies are quickly taking the lead with the popularity of shows like  The Walking Dead  and movies like  Warm Bodies.


The New Year is the most beloved holiday among Russians. Initially, Russians celebrated New Years Day on 1 March, but in 1700, Tsar Peter the Great issued a Decree, which moved the New Year to 1 January in tune with the rest of Europe.


White Day was first celebrated in the late 70s in Japan. It was started by the National Confectionery Industry Association as an "answer day" to the traditional celebration of Valentine's Day on February the 14th.


Reduce the Temptation of Food During Ramadan

During the month of Ramadan, there is a temptation for some (kids especially) to intentionally break their fast before Iftar due to being impatient and hungry.


The holidays can be a time of over-doing it. You may overspend, over-eat, and, in some cases, over-work. It’s also easy to say ‘yes’ to too many holiday events, activities, and obligations.


Before you send a package of Christmas joy to relatives or friends this Christmas, here are some frustration saving, time tested, helpful packaging tips


When your economy is experiencing a recession, finding ways to enjoy the holiday season without overspending can sometimes become a challenge. Although you may be accustomed to spending a certain amount of money on gifts for your friends and family during the holidays, there are still numerous ways you can celebrate gift-giving without having to overspend, or dip into your savings account.


Prepare Your Front Entry Space for Holiday Guests

Whether you are greeting carolers at the door, inviting friends in for dinner, or welcoming family for an overnight stay, your entryway is the first place people see.


Halloween involves a lot of creativity - decorating houses, costumes... but what about a trick or treat bag? Follow these steps so you'll have an original and fun bag to collect your Halloween goodies in!


Holiday shopping, parties, decorations and trips require a lot of planning and hard work. Instead of doing everything in late November and December, begin your preparations a few months in advance, in a low-stress environment.


Do you have a large family? Is it your turn to invite them up over for this year's Eid-ul-Azha (The Sacrificial Eid)? Are you scared you might not get through the hectic busy-ness....alive?


Whether you’re looking to set up new business deals, are on the job hunt, or are competing for a promotion, holiday parties can be fantastic networking opportunities.


Pinkish-grayish gelatin, raspberry filling and brain-shaped molds will help you to create these creepy yet delicious zombie brains Jello shots. Serve them for World Zombie Day, at Halloween, or any time you're in the mood for spooking out your guests.


Navigate the Holidays After Losing Loved Ones

The holidays can be a powerful reminder of how much you are missing your loved ones, especially if this is the first year you have spent without them.


Make Time for Yourself During the Holidays

The holiday season is a time filled with joy, charity, and togetherness. Everyone is busy attending family gatherings and parties, cooking and baking, and shopping for gifts.


Does your family do nice things for you? Return the favor and treat them with a surprise lunch!


With all the carving to be done during  Halloween  season, why not make a healthy, delicious seasonal snack from the leftovers? It's easy to roast  pumpkin  seeds, and they make a yummy end to a  pumpkin carving  session.


A rotten apple punch is a fun party drink for Halloween events. It doesn't contain yukky ingredients but it sure looks like it does!


Spooky Cheesy Shredded Wheat Chicken Fingers is a great dish for the kids at Halloween time. It may look frightening, but don't be scared to make it....


Want to make your favorite Halloween punch super creepy? Simply make the "arm of death" and add it to your favorite brew. Your guests will get a shock when they insert the punch scoop and a frozen dismembered arm floats to the top!


Are you thinking about trying something really different this year's Halloween season? If yes, try visiting the Disney Parks for an entirely unique experience of Halloween.


Mmm, Oreo spiders! What better Halloween treat can there be than spiders you can dunk in milk and then eat? Don't be silly, there  is  nothing better than an Oreo spider!


A cute use of eggs suitable for Halloween or a fun themed party, these spidery eggs will have the diners giggling. And if your kids are fussy about eggs, this can be an entertaining way to encourage eating.


Keep those  trick-or-treating  gremlins warm with a cup of  Halloween  pumpkin punch, served straight from the  pumpkin , and make it the  centerpiece  of a Halloween party.


Thinking gross food? Why not add some "wormy" apples to the list? These are great for Halloween and good for spooking unsuspecting guests. Just be prepared to reassure your guests that they're only gummy worms, not real ones!


Halloween parties are fun and entertaining, and can help get you in the mood for the holiday! Here are some simple steps for how to throw an entertaining Halloween party.


Halloween is a FAMILY activity, so don't think you're "too old" to have fun!


These creepy, ghostly Halloween snacks provide the perfect spooky craft and cooking project for kids. Anyone can make peanut butter fudge ghosts by following these easy steps.


Throw a Halloween Party for Kids 11 to 15 Years Old

Halloween parties are great fun for kids of all ages. If you're a teenager, this article can teach you some great tips for throwing the perfect graveyard bash!


A Trunk 'n Treat is a safe and fun alternative to the original door to door approach to Halloween for children. Families prepare trunks of cars parked close together or booths that children can walk around to, and receive prizes or candy.


Having a Halloween carnival, festival, or any other Halloween event? Here are some great ideas to get friends and family into the Halloween mood!


Planning a Halloween party for family, friends or neighbors (or all of the above)? Here are some simple tips for ensuring your party is a monster hit!


While trick and treating is fun, so is having a party. Indeed, you can even do both if you like, or use the party as a substitute for trick and treating where you don't want your kids wandering the local neighborhood.


Throw a Halloween Party for Teens or Young Adults

Despite no longer trick-and-treating, Halloween is still a fun time for teens and young adults––it still means costumes, fun makeup and revelry. To full enjoy the Halloween spirit, throw an exciting and fun Halloween party for the teens and young adults that they'll not forget in a hurry.


Trick or treating just doesn't cut it once you reach a certain age. Halloween is party time. It's also a great excuse to decorate and get spooky. So start brainstorming those ideas for your own costume and let's get started.


Halloween parties are often large, memorable events full of friends, crazy costumes, and sometimes even games or contests. If you want to be the person to throw an unforgettable Halloween party that your friends will talk about for weeks to come, you'll need to first choose your guest list and the kind of party you want to have.


That time of the year has come around again. It's time to break out the caked old containers of make up, buy candy in bulk, and carve up the jack-o-lanterns.


This is a fun and inexpensive Halloween activity. You can either do this as a solo project or invite family and/or friends to join you for a fun autumn get-together.


When Halloween or the fall season comes knocking, painting a  pumpkin  is a creative and fun craft that the whole family can enjoy -- without the mess of  making a jack-o'-lantern .


After all your hard work, it's usually disheartening to see your pumpkin grow moldy. While you can't preserve your pumpkin forever, there are a few things you can do to make it last a little bit longer.


You've  carved a great pumpkin , but it will only last so long before it sags and starts to rot. Preserve your  creativity  by taking a photograph of it!


Ever looked at the carved pumpkins at Halloween and wondered how you can create your own that way? Well, this wikiHow will teach you how to make a Halloween pumpkin!


There are many ways to decorate a pumpkin without carving it. You can paint faces and designs, attach objects to create visually appealing patterns, or peel the skin strategically to form shapes and images.


Cutting up a pumpkin to bake with or to start a fun Halloween jack-o-lantern is easy with the right tools and a little guidance. You can learn how to get your pumpkin started for both purposes.


Want trick-or-treaters to do a double take when they see your pumpkin creation this year? Instead of the traditional toothy grin on your gourd, lay a set of plastic vampire teeth inside a mini-pumpkin and add some red eyes to let visitors know he means business this Halloween.


During the fall, there’s nothing quite as festive as pumpkins. Whether you’re putting them on your porch or using them as a table centerpiece, they’re a wonderful seasonal decoration.


Pumpkins can be used in a variety of recipes. If you're cooking with pumpkin, you will need to clean your pumpkin first. You also may want to clean out the inside of a pumpkin for carving.


Halloween is a perfect time for adding a wreath to the front door. Whether you want one that shouts Halloween or simply celebrates fall, there are various wonderful ways to make a wreath for your front door, some of which are suggested in this article.


There are lots of ways you can decorate your house without spending a lot of money. You can use things that you already have: it is all about adding in stuff and changing them.


Carve a Pumpkin to Make It Look Like a Ghost

What would Halloween be without a ghost sitting on your porch or at the window looking out at all the trick-or-treaters? Well, make it look like it!


Halloween is an exciting time for most children.    They get involved making Halloween goodies, planning their costumes and tricks, parties and more.


Make a Fuzzy Monster Eyeball Wreath for Halloween

While not everyone uses wreaths at Halloween, they are a great way to announce your participation in trick-and-treating when hanging on the door. This fuzzy monster eyeball wreath is an eyeful of monster-ish eyeballs staring out at passers-by.


Pumpkin carving  is a popular tradition on  Halloween  dating back centuries. Most people like to carve their pumpkins using serrated knives or pumpkin carving kits.


Do you have a fog machine that just spews fog everywhere? Do you want your fog to stay close to the ground? Here's the fix for you!


Got old plastic jack-o-lanterns and no toddlers to tote them around on their trick or treat rounds?   It's fun to turn those plasticized globs into something more useful and less plastic looking.


A creepy ice bowl is perfect for a Halloween display or food container. It's a bowl made entirely of ice, stuffed with creepy things such as severed fingers, eyeballs and bits of brains.


Dressing up a pumpkin with a stocking is an easy way to make a Halloween decoration. Choose patterned stockings for the most interesting look, such as lace or fishnet designs.


Egyptians made mummy cases to protect and decorate a mummified body. Many mummy artifacts have survived and can be seen at museums, looking as fresh as when they were made centuries ago.


Make a Frankenstein's Monster Candle Cover for Halloween

Make a simple Frankenstein's monster candle cover using basic craft items you're likely to have around the house, or can get from the dollar store. The end result is a Frankenstein's monster holder into which you can place a battery-operated candle to add a glowing effect.


People who get excited about decorating for Halloween do not necessarily stop at their houses and yards. Some people enjoy getting costume-crazy with their cars, too.


Halloween––the time of the year when everybody, regardless of their age or social status, comes down to the level of middle school kids. If you are looking forward to playing a prank which can really scare the ‘unspeakable’ out of your guests, then this scary curtain will do the trick.


Halloween is a fun time of year where people get to show their appreciation for the dead and celebrate superstitions. One of the best ways to pay homage to these traditions is to decorate your porch to reflect the holiday and changing of the seasons.


Decorate Your Yard for Halloween With or Without Money

Do you wanna decorate your yard for Halloween, and make it scary? With or without money, this is how you can do it.


This 1 foot (0.3 m) long coffin was scaled from a full size version.


Create a Halloween Centerpiece from Peppers

Pumpkins are not the only veggies that can be carved for Halloween. Carve red, orange and yellow peppers for a festive centerpiece.


Decorate with Alien Cocoons for Halloween

Tired of bats and zombies, but still determined to have the best display on the block? Turn your entryway into Your Lair, or that weird cave with all the baby vampire sacs in Van Helsing.


Halloween is a great time to express your creativity. Creating a haunted house might seem like a difficult, expensive way to do this. However, if you look around your house, you will find everyday materials that can be used for this endeavor.


Scarecrows were a familiar sight in farming areas of years gone by, but now they are coming back as a Halloween and fall-themed decoration. With a few old clothes and some straw, you can easily build your own scarecrow.


Pulling off a good prank takes intelligence, patience, and dedication — the more you put into it, the more you’ll get out of it. Here are some fun pranks that you can use to scare your friends.


The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, which takes place every winter, is a festival lasting eight days that commemorates the Israelite victory over the ancient Greeks.


Hanukkah, the Jewish holiday celebrating the re-dedication of the holy temple in Jerusalem, is an important yearly tradition for many families. The eight-day event, also known as the “Festival of Lights,” is commemorated by lighting a candle for every day of observance and concluded with a series of sumptuous feasts.


Sometimes saying "I love you" isn't enough, or maybe you're just a bit embarrassed to come out and say it to your mom. However, you can write your love to her in a card or letter.


Mother's Day is coming up, and you want to make your mom feel appreciated. You can give her a gift, make her a meal, help out around the house, write her a note, or take her on a day trip.


Make Your Mom Feel Special on Mother's Day

A mother is a gift to cherish. Although the best way to honor your mom is to show her you love her every single day, Mother's Day is the one special day when you you can really let her know how much she's loved and appreciated.


It's Mother's Day and you completely forgot about it. But of course, FLOWERS! You don't need much money to give your mother a beautiful gift of flowers.


Are you young and do not know how to bake cookies? Or did you suddenly run out of brownie mix at the last moment? Don't worry, you're not alone. These homemade, paper cookies will show your mom how much you care about her - and they won't mess up your kitchen either.


Have you gotten your mom anything for mother's day yet? Now would be a good time to make her something if you haven't already. You can learn how to make an easy, quick, pretty gift for your mother.


There are lots of mothers who love homemade gifts made by their own kids. If you're looking for a gift to give your mother on Mother's Day or her birthday, there are many wonderful possibilities that you can make from scratch using items likely to be very easy to find at home or easily affordable at the local stores.


Mother's Day is a day to celebrate your mom. Greeting cards are one of the best ways to gift your mother on this day. With a little planning and creativity, you can make your mom the perfect Mother's Day card.


Mother's Day is an occasion to stop and acknowledge the importance of her role in your life and to say a special thank you for all that she's done for you over the years.


To create the perfect Mother’s Day bouquet, choose large blooms for the centerpiece, smaller blooms as fillers, and greenery to add texture. Arrange the flowers from the inside out.


Mardi Gras is just around the corner. One of the most essential accessories, apart from the necklaces of course, is the mask. Instead of running to the store and buying one, why not making your own?


Organza is a rich and gorgeously colored fabric, ideal for making a dreamy wreath for any occasion. The wreath in this tutorial is given a boost by using lamé fabric underneath the organza, to create a really shiny and opulent effect.


Make the Holidays Meaningful for Your Kids

The holidays can be a stressful time. For many parents, it is a time where kids focus on what they want and how many presents they will get instead of other more important things.


Mother's Day presents try to be both sentimental and practical. Creating a scrapbook is a wonderful way to highlight photos of the family in a personal and creative way.


Ramadhan is just around the corner, and you want to make the most of the month to come. This is a powerful time to nourish your body, your soul, and your purpose.


The Day of the Dead, or El Dia de los Muertos, is celebrated in Mexico and parts of the United States and Canada on November 1st and 2nd. On November 1st, people honor small children who have died and on November 2nd, people usually honor adults who have died.


Remarkably effective yet very easy, a pinwheel wreath can be used for any occasion that you'd like a wreath. Use Christmas paper and it's ideal for Christmas, use red, white and blue and it's a patriotic statement for various countries, use magazine paper for an eco-friendly theme or comic pages for a Comic-Con party!


A Tray of Togetherness, Tray of Eight Immortals, or  chyuhn haap  is a specialty made for the Chinese New Year. The "tray" consists of a container with separate compartments, into which a different symbolic food is placed to represent the fortunes for the coming year.


It's always fun to make "mini" worlds... why not make a Christmas one? This table top scene only requires a few supplies and your imagination.


Gradually Welcome the Changing of Holiday Events

The holiday season isn't just about December! Here's a way to keep your decorations up to date - Halloween through New Year's.


Last-minute holiday shopping can be stressful. But if you know how to do it right, you can still ensure a great holiday gift exchange. Many businesses have extended hours that you can take advantage of in order to maximize your shopping time, so don’t give up just because the holiday deadline is approaching.


Have you've always wanted to know how to have an awesome winter? This article may be able to help!


A holiday open house can be a fantastic way to connect with family and friends without all the fuss of a formal dinner or party. An open house is typically a casual weekend afternoon or early evening affair.


Find Time to Homeschool During the Holidays

If you homeschool your children, the holidays can present a unique challenge during late November and December. While some homeschooling families decide to follow a traditional schedule and give their kids three or four weeks off school, others continue schooling through the holidays.


Once you create this dessert treat, it will look more realistic than just food. The following recipe will serve 15 to 18 hungry little "goblins".


Simulate the look and taste of candy corn at your Halloween party by serving these layered orange and white Jello shots. The shots are served inside orange peels for a more interesting appearance.


Find Out What Type of Holiday Exists Today Online (Besides Common Holidays)

Almost every day has a holiday associated to it. Whether the day is October 31st, December 25th, July 4th or March 22nd or even June 3rd, there is some holiday associated to it.


Find Festivals and Special Events in New York

When you go to New York City you want to do what the locals do. New York is chock-full of cultural festivals and special events that you can attend while you are in New York.


Sending a Valentine’s Day care package is a great way to show someone that you care. When assembling the package, make sure that you include a few Valentine’s-themed treats, some personal items, and a Valentine’s card.


React when You Do Not Receive a Gift for Valentine's Day

If you're in a romantic relationship, it's not unusual to expect a Valentine's Day gift from your significant other. In fact, one survey found that roughly half of women would break up with their partners over not receiving a gift on that special day.


The howls and moans of Halloween can chill us to the bone, and sometimes you want a drink to match that feeling. For your delight, we've got a chilly concoction for you to enjoy: a cold, refreshing, juicy punch with a scoop of ice cream.


In the United States, President's Day is always celebrated on the third Monday of February. The first president of the US, George Washington, was born on February 22nd and the 16th president of the US, Abraham Lincoln's birthday was February 12th.


Many health-conscious parents dread the arrival of Halloween with its tooth-rotting, corn syrup-heavy, delightful but unhealthy fare. Treat your young revelers to tasty goodies that are healthy and fun—things that they won't automatically trade their Reese's Cups for!


A new option to trick or treating is hosting a Trunk'n Treat this year, as a Christian alternative to Halloween. Families will prepare booths that children can walk around to, play games, and receive prizes/candy at.


This fun holiday-themed recipe requires no baking, no cooking, and no frying. As easy as it is, it's also extremely delicious.


A Monster Creator food table is a table of food where all the food looks disgustingly like body parts. Particularly popular at Halloween parties, it's always fun to tell someone, "Mmm!


These Jell-O pudding Halloween treats are fun to make, interesting to look at, and delicious in taste.


This Halloween twist on the red eye cocktail uses gin and Cointreau with a red cherry acting as a "red eye" addition. It's a great nightcap for after you've put the trick-or-treaters to bed.


Host the Best Halloween Parties for Girls

Tired of your friends calling your parties "boring?" Ready for them to remember your Halloween party as "the best party ever?" Soon enough you'll be hosting the spookiest, most fun, memorable Halloween party anyone's ever been to.


Have Fun at Halloween Horror Nights, at Universal Studios, Orlando

Okay. So, a lot of people go to Halloween Horror Nights and such at Halloween time. It takes place at Universal Studios, in Orlando, Florida. This article is your place to find out how to have a rocking scary night at the park!!!!


Are you feeling like this Halloween will be a bore? Then throwing a Halloween party may be just the thing for you.


Have a Pirate Party (for Kids or Adults)

Ahoy Matey! Prepare for an adventure on the high Pirate party seas with these swashbuckling ideas that will blow you and your guests outta the water!


Halloween is a great time of year, and of course you want to host a wicked Halloween party for all your friends and family. The problem is you don't know how to plan it!


Halloween is all about family, friends, fun, and best of all––candy! For all ages, for family and/or friends, this party is sure to be the bomb!


Are you mad about the Twilight books? Think you're Stephanie Meyer's biggest fan? Or are you just Edward Cullen crazy? Then why not celebrate your favorite book series with a fun, themed Halloween party?


Costume parties are great fun. With the success of Pirates of The Caribbean you can't go wrong choosing a pirate theme. Suitable for all ages and body sizes, follow our guide and you'll host a party to remember!


Once you've  carved the pumpkin  and hollowed it out, adding lighting is a very important part of creating the atmosphere. Traditionally, a candle is inserted into the pumpkin but there are also other possibilities for creating the light inside.


Once you’re a teenager, Halloween might seem like a holiday for little kids. But, even if you feel too old to go trick-or-treating, there are still plenty of ways to have fun on Halloween.


Have a Fun and Safe Halloween Party (for Kids)

Halloween parties are very popular in the older ranges in kids. Yet, they can sometimes be dangerous. Either there is no parent watching, no parent at all, or just unsafe things in the area.


Halloween is past, now what will you do with your old jack-o'-lantern? An easy approach is to let it rot, but there are some useful and even fun things you can do with it.


Carving a great pumpkin for  Halloween  takes a lot of time and effort. Many people get frustrated when their work of art starts to mold right after Hallow's Eve comes to a close.


If it’s going to be a Star Wars kind of Halloween or costume party, you can’t party properly without a Death Star pumpkin. While carving a Death Star into a skinned pumpkin may take some time, you undoubtedly be the talk of the neighborhood with this bad boy shining from your window.


A disco ball pumpkin is an unusual way to welcome those trick-and-treaters this Halloween––they're bound to stop and look again. The disco ball pumpkin is also a really neat addition to a party table, as a centerpiece or decoration in your home.


Interested in throwing a Halloween party? Here are some tips and tricks to help you throw an unforgettable party.


Looking for the perfect way to "spruce" up your Halloween décor? Are you "pining" for a centerpiece for your next Halloween party? Try building this toe-pincher coffin.


This Halloween, have the spookiest yard in your whole neighborhood. Halloween wouldn't be the same without some fright-astic props to give your guys and ghouls a fun scare.


Orange (or pink grapefruit) Jack o' Lanterns are cute rather than scary and although they're a little fiddly to make, they're not as demanding as the pumpkin variety.


When the little goblins and ghouls come knocking at your front door and asking "Trick or treat?", double their thrills and fun by turning your front yard into a haunted house!


Spiders are a classic Halloween decoration. This simple and fun project can be done quickly and can't fail to attract attention as it hangs in a doorway or window.


So, you're digging decorations out of storage, or maybe just out of your closet. If you want to add something new to your collection, there's no better place to start than with a perfect porch Dummy!


Pumpkin carving is a fun Halloween tradition that’s popular among both children and adults. To carve your own pumpkin, you’ll first need to purchase or pick one from a local farmer’s market or pumpkin patch.


Make a Jack O' Lantern from an Empty Toilet Paper Roll

Carved Jack O' Lantern pumpkins are one traditional way to celebrate Halloween. But you might think that they're too hard to carve or perhaps you're thinking that they're just too common.


Halloween is the perfect time to be creative — and creepy. Decorating the inside of your home for your favorite scary holiday will be fun and easy if you know what to do.


It is possible to make Halloween decorations that will wow (and shock) your neighborhood without spending a bundle. When looking to make a decoration that is shockingly gory and yet reusable for years; think of the Halloween haunter's friend, spray foam insulation.


Protect Your Home from Halloween Pranks and Vandalism

Don't want egg all over your doors? Follow these simple steps for minimizing damage on Halloween.


Make a Star of David from Popsicle Sticks

The Star of David is a meaningful symbol in Jewish culture.  [1]   If you are looking for a fun Hanukkah craft project to do with the kids during the holiday season, you might be interested in making a Star of David.


Cylons are an alien race from the  Battlestar Galactica  series. Even if your trick-and-treaters don't know who the Cylons are though, this amazing cylon pumpkin will intrigue and amuse those calling on your house this Halloween.


Dreidel is a traditional game of chance, and one of the most well-known symbols of Hanukkah. The dreidel is a four-sided top with a different Hebrew letter on each side.


When teens start to realize how boring treating can get, they embrace the "trick" side of things to display the inner darkness. This is a guide to the basics of pranking on the night before Halloween, and on the actual night.


A paper dreidel garland can be a fun, easy decoration for Hanukkah. You may hang the garland on your mantle at home or over a doorway at your local Jewish community center.


Chanukah (also spelled Hanukah or Hannukah) is the Jewish festival of lights, a joyous holiday that celebrates the miraculous burning of the ancient temple of Jerusalem’s menorah for not one day, but eight days, after they ran out of oil.


Make Petal Lady Decorations for Christmas or Hannukah

The year-end holidays are a time to deck the halls with holly and fill your home with festive decorations. Configured a different way, silk flower greens and blossoms can become a figure of a lady.


Potato pancakes, also called latkes, are the traditional dish of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah for Eastern European Jews. The significant part of this dish is not the latke itself, but the oil the latke is fried in.


It's easy to learn how to make the holder for the nine lights of Hanukkah — technically a chanukiah, but commonly called a menorah. The only kosher requirements for a menorah are that the eight main lights are in a straight line, and that you can easily tell the ninth helper light apart from the rest.


Hanukkah (or Chanukah) is also known as the "Festival of Lights" or the "Festival of Dedication". It lasts for 8 days and is celebrated from the 25th day of the Jewish month Kislev to the second or third day of Tevet, with the exact dates varying between November to early December.


Here is how to make a nice Hanukkah display for your classroom.


Mother's Day is a global holiday that takes place on different days in spring depending on where you live. In most countries, Mother’s Day is the second Sunday in May. It can be difficult deciding what to do to celebrate your mom on Mother’s Day.


Choosing the right gift for Mother’s Day can be a piece of cake. No, really -- if you have the time, baking a cake might be a great gift idea. Or you can give her something classic like flowers or a homemade card, or something practical like clothing.


One of the biggest hurdles in this project is drafting the actual design for cutting. If you’re a natural artist and can sketch anything you like, then skip the main part of the tutorial and go straight to the cutting tips.


Every mom would love a break from everyday worries and chores. Spread some love and show it on paper with a collection of coupons that can help her, even make her day more worry-free.


Find a Mother's Day Gift Without Paying a Lot of Money

Do you want to buy your mom a cool mother's day gift, but don't have the money to buy that $30 bouquet or that $50 makeup kit? Read this guide to help you!


Choose a Mother's Day Gift for Your Wife

A holiday is rapidly approaching and you can’t think of the ideal gift. Everyone goes through it, and on Mother’s Day it can be a challenge to celebrate your wife with something other than a greeting card, flowers, or a box of chocolate.


Get Flowers for Your Mom for Mother's Day

Mother's Day is the ideal time to show your mom just how much you appreciate her. What better way than to send flowers right to her door?


Is there a mother in your life who you'd like to treat even though you're strapped for cash? Or maybe you want to do something more personal and creative than running to the store or the florist?


If you have the money to buy a decent gift for Mother's Day, a ring might be just the perfect gift for your mother. However, knowing what to choose for a suitable ring will require a little sleuthing to determine what your mother likes.


Oh no! It's Mother's Day very soon and you forgot to get her a gift? Mother's Day is a very important date to show your mother that you love and appreciate her, so you should make an effort to do  something  for her, even if you don't have much time left.


Summer holidays are a special time. The days seem longer, there's no homework to tie you down and there are many possibilities before you. Enjoying your summer holidays is about making the most of them and doing what brings you pleasure.


Uh oh. Being vegetarian isn't easy as it is, and then you have a dozen relatives and a stuffed bird up in your face. How do you handle it? Well, very strategically.


Thanksgiving is a great holiday where your family can come together and enjoy a great meal while giving thanks for everything that you have. Most of the time Thanksgiving is a large affair and takes hours to prepare properly.


Want to plan a romantic Valentine’s Day date for your partner or significant other? Make February 14th special by considering the preparations necessary for activities, food, gifts, and any other element that your date might enjoy.


Survive Thanksgiving with Food Allergies

As your friends and family dive headfirst into turkey and its trimmings on Thanksgiving you typically have to sit by eating your “allergy approved” meal.


If you like to celebrate Valentine's Day with your peers, you should make sure to include everyone in your class. You can make the same basic cards for everyone.


Make a Valentines Day Gift Hamper for Your Sweetheart

Valentine's Day is a big thing for sweethearts. Here is how to make a Valentine's Day gift hamper for your sweetheart!


Valentine's day is just around the corner and you might be looking for something to give to your loved ones. Everybody loves Valentine's Day cards, especially glittery ones!


Valentine's Day puts many lovers in a bind. The search for a meaningful, romantic gift can be very stressful. Making gifts is a very personal affair, but can be expensive.


For every person you see with a box of chocolates and bouquet of roses on Valentine’s Day, you hear someone else griping about the cheesiness and commercialism of the holiday.


This is a tutorial for an inexpensive Valentine's Day craft to be hung on a door. It utilizes simple items such as a picture frame, paint, foam board, and crepe paper.


A homemade card can show a little extra love and care on Valentine's Day. Homemade cards can include plays on language, like puns. You can attach small gifts, such as candy, to cards.


Make a Recycled Heart Valentine's Day Card

Use up those bits of paper lying around the house to make a simple but effective Valentine's Day card. Children and adults can make this without needing any crafty know-how at all, it's that simple.


Valentine's day is not considered a big holiday to most people and it surely isn't in school. Having Valentine's Day at school is fun because you are most likely going to have a mini party with treats and you can share your love for others by handing out valentines.


A cute heart-shaped bag that is sure to win the heart of whoever your giving it to!


Give Unique Valentine's Day Gifts That Say What You Mean

To some people, Valentine's Day is the day you're supposed to buy flowers or candy for your loved one. But to others, Valentine's Day is about expressing your innermost feelings about that special someone.


This is a fun way to give your crush or loved one a card and candy all in one. Here is how to make a dynamic duo.


The U.S. sets aside November 11th to honor all veterans who served in all military branches since WW I. That war ended on June 28, 1919, but fighting between the Allies and Germany had ended with an armistice months earlier.


When it comes to Valentine's Day decorations, nothing says love quite like a heart-shaped wreath. With just a few supplies, including a wire hanger, foam insulation, and felt, you can make your own at home.


Observe Return Shopping Carts to the Supermarket Month

Every year, millions of shopping carts are left all over the place and abandoned from their supermarket homes. Carts are found on the side of the road, by schools, random driveways, and in sewage ditches.


Make a Heart Shaped Pumice Candle Holder

Pumice is easy to carve into a shape. This is a very quick and straightforward craft idea that you can turn into a homemade gift for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, or a birthday or Christmas gift at the last minute.


Have Valentine's Day Dinner with the Whole Family

If you have a family, Valentine's Day may be about celebrating with your kids, spouse, and other family members. With some work, you can have a great Valentine's Day dinner for the family.


In the United States, the Teddy Bear's Picnic Day is celebrated on July 10. And if you're planning on going down to the woods today for a picnic, why not plan a big family surprise picnic that will have the kids super-excited or at the very list, have your teens in stitches at the silliness of it all!


Nobody knows (well, except maybe Hallmark) when all the holidays and observances of events are, but this wiki hopes to teach you which ones are in January and how you might celebrate them.


National Sisters’ Day takes place on the first Sunday in August and is a great time to celebrate your relationship with your sister or sisters. While there’s no right way to celebrate the holiday, there are several things that you can do to make the day extra special.


Make a Fireworks and Sparklers 4th July Cocktail

This simple cocktail recipe will help get you onto the mood to celebrate the 4th of July.


Holy hotcakes, Batman! There's a National (USA) Maple Syrup Day and it's celebrated on December 17th! Here's a few ideas on how to celebrate!


Celebrate National No Rhyme (nor Reason) Day

National Rhyme (nor Reason) Day is celebrated annually on September 1. It's a day to find out more about those wonderful words in the English language that don't rhyme!


Celebrate National Popcorn Popping Month

October is National Popcorn Popping Month. Popcorn can be used and eaten in countless ways. Learn how to appreciate and celebrate this Autumn holiday.


National Hobby Month happens every January, just as the new year starts. Everyone has a hobby or interest, or something they enjoy doing in their leisure time.


Did you know that October is National Pretzel Month? If you're a pretzel lover, celebrate by making delicious treats with homemade pretzels.


National Pie Day (not to be confused with  Pi  ((3.14))Day) is a celebration of all the many kinds of pie. Pie has been down throughout history for a very long time.


Stay Awake Until Midnight on New Year's Eve

If you’re used to going to bed early, it can be tough to stay awake until midnight on New Year’s Day. No one wants to fall asleep too early to see the ball drop.


We’re about to embark on a bright new decade, so why not start it off right by incorporating a few new healthy habits into your life? There’s no need to revamp your entire diet and lifestyle to improve your health — even small actions can pay off in a big boost to your health.


Happy New Year! It’s that time of year again – the time when we firmly resolve to improve certain aspects of our life. If you’re considering setting New Year’s Resolutions, here's how to ensure that you maintain your resolve all year long.


Did you go on a bender last NYE that had catastrophic consequences like humiliating yourself or getting arrested? Or, maybe you are choosing to abstain because you are in recovery, have certain religious beliefs, or have a medical condition that prevents you from drinking.


During the time of the Romans, Julius Caesar marked January 1 as the Roman New Year's Day, named after Janus, the gatekeeper of heaven and earth and the god of all beginnings.


There once was a lady who sold her goods at greatly inflated prices. She was pleased with herself. When she died, she was given a bag filled with rocks that she had to carry on her back.


Eating chips while wearing New Year tiaras and glasses getting boring? Have an Elegant ball. It's just the thing you need.


Do you want to treat your children to a little leprechaun mischief this coming St. Patrick's Day? If so, you may need to know how to make leprechaun footprints for curious kids to track.


Have Fun on New Year's Without a Big Party

Having a good time for New Year's Eve without throwing the big party is perfectly possible. Indeed, in many ways, it may be a whole lot more fun without the big party, as you can talk to people with ease, not experience a mess and generally have a cool time, rather than a rowdy one.


Revive Your Abandoned New Year's Resolution

You may have made a New Year’s resolution with good intentions, but resolutions are difficult to keep up all year, for any number of reasons, and even if you started with the best of intentions will may not have seen your resolution through to the end.


Passover is the Jewish festival that celebrates freedom from slavery.


Want to enjoy some green beer on St. Patrick's day, but aren't willing to consume all the chemicals and such that are found in food coloring? Well, here's the guide for you.


March in New York City's Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

Not Irish and still want to be included in one of the biggest partying days of the year while also faking it till you make it as a person of Irish-American heritage?


It is not uncommon to overindulge on Thanksgiving. We all know that the extra food intake is unhealthy, and Thanksgiving is about giving thanks for the things you have, not eating as much food as you can before you start feeling really sick.


Plan a Traditional Thanksgiving Occasion

This article provides the basic tools for preparing and hosting a Thanksgiving holiday meal.


Ah, Thanksgiving. A time to eat lots of good food in the company of family. But all of that food can really take a toll on your wallet. Luckily, there are ways to shop for your Thanksgiving groceries while saving a ton of money.


Artichokes aren't just for eating. You can also use them to add an autumnal warm glow to any table setting, such as for harvest celebrations like Thanksgiving or at Halloween.


In the United States, more wine is sold for Thanksgiving dinner than for any other meal. If you are planning to serve wine at your Thanksgiving feast, you will want to be discerning about your selection in order to pair the wine with your food properly.


Put on Makeup for Thanksgiving (for Tweens/Teens)

If you are a teen, you are probably wondering what makeup you are going to put on for Thanksgiving. Here is an article that will help you out!


Thanksgiving is a lovely time of year but also comes with a slew of expenses. If you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner, there is the challenge of budgeting for an often expensive dinner party.


Thanksgiving is a cherished holiday and a stressful event all rolled into one. It combines the challenges of cooking a dinner for a potentially large group, entertaining, and the stress factors of any family reunion.


Make a Paper Turkey Costume for a Lalaloopsy Little

Halloween is done. Your Lalaloopsy Little has had his or her fill of candy. Now it's Thanksgiving, and you want to get your Lalaloopsy Little in the spirit.


Know Which Thanksgiving Leftovers to Feed a Dog

Often, when the human guests are done eating Thanksgiving dinner, there's still a  lot  of food left over! Maybe you want to include your dog in the festivities, but aren't sure what food is safe for her.


You have the turkey, you have the mashed potatoes, but the table is still missing something. Wait - it's the flowers!


Make a Beautiful and Easy Thanksgiving Dinner Table

Arranging a Thanksgiving table needn't be an overwhelming project. With a little bit of time and imagination, plus faith in elegant simplicity, you'll have a superb dinner table set-up without fuss.


Displaying a beautiful centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table creates a sense of welcome by drawing attention to the area where friends and family will share dinner and conversation.


Looking for a fun way to celebrate this holiday season? Whether you’re crafting homemade decorations for Thanksgiving dinner or just want to get into the spirit of autumn, making a turkey from ordinary paper bags is a quick, simple and creative activity that is sure to please children and adults alike.


Decorating for Valentine's Day can be a lot of fun. If you don't have many ideas, however, it can be quite stressful. This article will give you several tips and ideas on how to decorate for this very special day.


Thanksgiving potlucks are a popular way to bring together family and friends for a filling meal, with dishes provided by each of the attending guests.


Thanksgiving inspires thoughts of large gatherings of people you love, warm candlelight and, of course, absurdly delicious food. This Thanksgiving, don't let the fact that you are hosting stress you out and ruin the excitement of this time of year.


Of all the holidays, Thanksgiving has the best food. Friendsgiving is a Thanksgiving feast with your friends. And best of all, you and your friends can have whatever foods you want.


Do you want to impress your sweetheart this Valentine's Day? Snag your crush? Or just have fun with your friends? Whether you're going to spend the day with your love or not, here is a gorgeous Valentine's Day look to turn heads at your beauty!


If you’re hosting your first Thanksgiving dinner, you may find yourself overwhelmed by everything involved. Besides cooking the traditional items like turkey and dressing, you also have to think about how to present the non-food-related aspects of your get-together.


Valentine's Day. Maybe you had a recent break up. Maybe you think the holiday is idiotic or too commercial. Why not celebrate Anti-Valentine's Day? Make it fun and empowering!


Do you want to impress your sweetheart this Valentine's Day? Whether you're going to spend the day outside or you're planning on dining by candlelight, it's fun to primp a little for holiday that's all about romance and love.


Nobody likes to be lonely, especially not on Valentine's Day. Here are some things to distract you, to put an end to those lonely feelings and to bring sunshine and fun into the day.


Valentine's Day sets back to around 3rd century in Europe, according to a  legend   [1]  . The legend's love and affection has been carried on throughout  history .


It is a well known fact that a ring is the most popular decoration of all. It can even tell us about the innermost of its holder. The tradition of giving a ring came to us from ancient Egypt and Rome.


If you like a girl, asking her to be your valentine is a great way to let her know how you feel. There are lots of creative and fun ways to ask her, or you can just be direct.


Plan the Perfect Valentine's Day for Your Wife

Valentine's Day can come with a fair bit of pressure to make it as romantic and amazing as possible, but relax, it’s not too difficult to show your love and to be genuine.


Make Valentine's Day Special on a Budget

Love with diamonds and a five star meal is neither a necessity nor necessarily a meaningful expression of love for Valentine's Day. Having the means to pay for expensive gifts and experiences does not relieve the giver from expressing love personally, nor does it relieve the recipient from returning such love personally.


Origami is the enjoyable art of paper folding. A heart shape is a fairly simple yet effective shape to fold, and the result can be used as a Valentine's Day gift or decoration, a romantic token or to decorate anything you're making in paper craft.


Plan the Perfect Valentine's Day for Your Husband

Celebrate the love you feel for your husband this Valentine's Day by going out of your way to make it just perfect. It doesn't have to be expensive or complicated; rather, a successful Valentine's Day results from thoughtful planning and paying attention to the small details that you know matter to him.


Valentine’s Day is a special time for celebrating all kinds of loving relationships, but especially your significant other. If you want to make someone feel loved, there are many simple ways to go about it.


Treat yourself to new things on this "chilly" frozen food day. This unofficial holiday is celebrated on March 6th.


Reveal your crafty and amorous side by making and then wearing this heart shaped lapel ornament. It's a fun token for Valentine's Day – you might even like to make two and give one to your beloved.


July is National Hot Dog Month. See how many things or ideas you can come up with for this "summer food" month.


Boss’s Day, also known as National Boss Day or Bosses Day, is a time for many workers to appreciate their employers. It is annually observed in the United States on October 16, or the nearest working day.


With busy lives amongst families, jobs, traveling, homework, and chores, how much quality time do you spend with a pet? Let go of a daily task to spend it with your animal companion on this day. "


National Chocolate Day is celebrated every year on October 28th. It is a fun holiday that is completely dedicated to, you guessed it, chocolate. If you love eating chocolate a lot, and you want to know how you can celebrate National Chocolate Day and have a great time doing it, then simply move on to step one below.


National Craft Month, held every March, brings people and ideas together. For any age, from toddler to senior citizen, there's always something for everyone to accomplish in this unique monthly holiday.


May is National Barbecue Month. It is an unofficial holiday and exciting way to start the summer. There are a lot of ways to celebrate this fun and interactive holiday.


Inconvenience Yourself Day may seem like an unusual holiday to celebrate. Its goal or mission is not only to recognize a person's  self awareness  in life, but also to acknowledge other people's lives and actions as well.


Chocolate and mint goes together as good as the enjoyable peanut butter and jelly. On February 19th, allow yourself to tickle your sweet side with this great dessert combination.


Celebrating Flag Day on June 14 has been a long and honorable tradition for most United States citizens. President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation in 1916 offering national recognition for "Old Glory."


Patriotism runs deeper than flag lapels and bumper stickers. If you want to learn what patriotism means and how to develop your own sense of patriotism for your country, you can learn how to get more involved.


June is not only the first month of summer in America, but also proclaimed to be Great Outdoors Month. While the birds and flowers start to come back to "life" in the Spring, cherish the month of June to appreciate nature and the world around you.


A New Year's Day box is a special way to surprise yourself with a number of gifts and other items that you've stored away during the year before. It's a great way to remind yourself of the special things you've achieved during the year—should you wish to include these, too—so your New Year's Box can serve as a great review tool.


If you have been lucky enough to be attending a New Year’s Eve party, you need to know how to dress for the occasion in an eye-catching manner. Most parties are festive and a little wild, and your style needs to reflect that.


After spending a wonderful holiday over the Christmas and New Year period, some people feel blue and find that it's difficult to function normally in their daily rhythm.


Attend the New Year's Celebrations in Times Square

Arguably the most famous New Year's event known worldwide is the annual dropping of the spectacular crystal ball in Times Square, New York City, on December 31st.


Plan a Last Minute Memorial Day Weekend Getaway

Working so hard you've not yet managed to plan the best use of your upcoming Memorial Day weekend? While a lot of your choices will probably have been narrowed down by people with greater planning skills than yours, never fear.


Put Together a Passover Seder With Non Jewish Friends

You have non-Jewish friends and you want to invite them to your Passover Seder. It could be awkward for them at first, but you can help them feel comfortable.


Passover is a time to spend with family. It celebrates the freedom of the Jews from Egypt, and is a joyous holiday. However, the seder (Hebrew: "order") can get boring for small children.


The Passover Seder is one of the most well-known Jewish holiday celebrations. It's traditional for many to invite Jewish and non-Jewish guests to share the celebration.


According to legend, the green of the Irish flag represents its Catholic citizens, the orange represents its Protestant citizens and the white represents peace between them.


St. Patrick’s Day is a popular Irish holiday celebrated not only in Ireland, but in many places around the world. To plan the perfect St. Patrick’s Day party, start by drafting a list of guests you’d like to invite.


Four leaf clover hunt is an interesting and challenging competition. It is a game that is enjoyed by many people of all age groups. If you would like to learn how to play this interesting game, then read on.


St. Patrick's Day is in memorial of the death of the patron saint of Ireland. While his tale is mostly based on his missionary work to convert Ireland to Christianity, the day has also has inspired plenty of folklore, such as shamrocks and leprechauns.


The Irish Car Bomb is a drink mix of Guinness Stout, Jameson Whiskey and Baileys Irish Cream. The name is derived from the violent conflict known as The Troubles, which included many car bombings between 1969-1998 in Northern Ireland, and because it is made of all Irish brand alcohol.


Gefilte fish is a traditional Jewish dish, often prepared as part of the Passover dinner. While it’s possible to buy canned gefilte fish already prepared, many people prefer to make it by hand.


Contribute to Thanksgiving Dinner As a Teenager

Your family has been stressing out about hosting this year's Thanksgiving meal for weeks now, and you want to help out. The problem is, you're only a teenager and your greatest culinary achievement has been making a grilled cheese sandwich.


Green beer  is known as a popular alcohol drink for St. Patrick's Day. For those who prefer to enjoy the holiday with another blissful green drink,  grasshoppers  and anything with crème de menthe are absolutely perfect for the occasion.


Cope when Thanksgiving Dinner Goes Wrong

There are many ways for Thanksgiving dinner to go wrong. You might make mistakes while cooking Thanksgiving dinner or have to grapple with things falling apart during the meal itself.


This tutorial will show you four different ways to draw a turkey. Let's begin!


A turkey place card holder is a cute and handy item for the Thanksgiving table, to help guide the family and other guests to their seats. It's a simple enough craft for children to make so that they can feel a part of the festive preparations too.


Bake Cornucopia Place Cards for Thanksgiving

Bake a cornucopia place card treat for holiday tables using ice cream cones filled with cornbread and dried fruit.


Thanksgiving Day involves a lot of delicious and lovingly cooked food. It also offers a lot of temptation to gorge yourself until you feel sick. Balancing the desire to eat as much of the tasty fare as possible with being sensitive to your limits is a case of mindful eating.


Turkey, dressing, pumpkin pie...holiday weight gain is practically a national sport. Wouldn't it be wonderful if this blessed bingeing session (for once) didn't wreck your waistline woes?


Attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

With the event of Thanksgiving Day in New York, comes the sight of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. If you are an American who lives on the eastern seaboard, you're probably thinking about attending it, but don't know how.


This is a fun little kids' project for Thanksgiving. With just a hanger, some paper and scissors, you can make a turkey napkin holder for that Thanksgiving feast!


Well, it's time for nice turkey dinners, apple or pumpkin pie, glasses of sherry, and most important of all, celebrating with family and friends. However, what about people who don't experience Thanksgiving the same way as you do?


It's easy to make a symmetrical paper heart if you know what you're doing. Use this perfect heart shape for making cards, posters, wall images, and other paper projects.


Celebrated annually in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November, the holiday of Thanksgiving was first observed in 1621 and continues to be an American tradition today.


Get the Perfect Valentine's Gift for Your Boyfriend

Buying presents can be hard. Buying presents for your boyfriend can be even harder. Men can be incredibly tricky to shop for, especially for Valentine's Day.


Find Out Who Is Sending You Valentine's Cards

It's Valentine's Day and you've received a card. But just who is it from? This article explains how you might go about finding out who has sent you that secret Valentine's card..


Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson proclaimed the American Armed Forces Day in August 31, 1949.  [1]   In the United States, Armed Forces Day is always celebrated on the third Saturday in May to honor all American military personnel.


Be Happy Being Single on Valentine's Day

Ah, romance. Just what everyone needs...right? Wrong. The Valentine's Day marketing machine and the quest for social acceptance can make " Singles Awareness Day " dreary or even cruel if you're alone, whether by choice or by circumstance.


It's great to show a little appreciation towards a nifty invention like the umbrella, a functional object keeps you safe from the sun and dry from the rain.


For this Valentine's Day, a uniquely tailored way of sharing photos of you and your loved one is to create a heart-shaped photo frame filled to the brim with a collage of your favorite photos.


National Punctuation Day (USA) falls on September 24 each year. It's a chance to review your knowledge of all things punctuation and to puncture any misleading usages of your punctuation marks!


Egg sales are the highest during  Easter  time. But as the weeks go by, sales aren't all that stable. National Egg Month is celebrated in May to declare and remind people that eggs aren't just an Easter thing, but a nutritional food that can be enjoyed all year long.


As the years have gone by, Twilight has moved beyond the realm of the books and movies. The teenage saga has re-formed into cosplaying and men and women of various ages, from tweens to mothers, have an attachment to it.


You could spend five dollars on a Valentine's Day card for the person you love, or you could take the time to make something that is truly special.


Summer is always just around the corner, which means you need to get ready for your Independence Day celebrations. In the United States, Independence Day or the Fourth of July is a national holiday that marks the anniversary the country's independence from Great Britain.


Observed yearly on the last Monday in May, the American holiday of Memorial Day was established soon after the Civil War. Over the years it has become a day to honor all the men and women who have given their lives to the cause of freedom.


May Day has a special significance in a number of cultures. Especially in Europe, the traditions followed are reminiscent of fertility festivals of the ancient Germanic and Roman civilizations.


Valentine's Day doesn't have the fourteenth of February all to itself. Ferris Wheel Day is held on February 14 as well in honor of the American engineer and inventor George Ferris (born Feb 14, 1859).


Get your  tequila  and limes out for this unofficial holiday on February 22nd.


An employer or licensing agency may request your employment history as part of your application for employment or licensing. You also may be expected to provide your employment history when applying for benefits such as Social Security.


Maybe you don’t want such a full face or feel you’ve got chubby cheeks. You should always embrace the looks you were born with because confidence is the best attractiveness boost.


Can dedication and drive go too far? When does somebody cross the line from being a hard worker to work-obsessed? If you know someone who works all of the time, everything else in his or her life such as family and friends takes a back seat.


Help Oppose Automatic, State Forced, Compulsory Unionism (U.S.A.)

Without workers in each workplace having to vote for/or against it, and not unionized by you at your workplace, and not by your free choice (even in your private, home-based business) -- can your state and/or federal government give such of your rights


Do you think your office space is crowded and unorganized? Here are some great tips for you to get rid of that feeling and increase your productivity.


Adults' complaints of wrinkles, gray hair, and other signs of age often overshadow the equally vexing plight of the recent high school graduate who faces squinty-eyed looks from skeptical ticket salespeople whenever she wants to watch a PG-13 movie.


A cute tote bag catches attention, but you want the inside to be organized and clean right? Then, continue on.


Save a Lot of Money As a Kid, on Your Own, Without Using a Bank Account

Parents usually support their children by giving them money when they have high grades, help others, do not make noise, and do chores. Many kids like to save their money and try to get more.


Many teens have trouble with money because they want too many things or don't have enough income. To make matters worse, teens are often expected to make financial decisions with little to no guidance.


Have you ever felt horrible but needed to look great? If you read the steps in this article, it will be easy to look great and feel bad at the same time!


Though it may not be possible to get a proper job just yet, there are still ways for you to earn some spending money while helping your family and community.


Earn Money As a Teen Who Can't Get a Job

Earning money as a teen can be difficult. Certain jobs, for instance, are unavailable to teens. Young people also have to balance school and other obligations with the desire to make money.


Whether you are looking to buy something specific or want a general raise, renegotiating your allowance is the opportunity to take further charge over your finances.


Small savings each day can add up over time. Saving $10 a day over a 50-year period amounts to $180,000, not counting interest. Add a 7% annual return, and that amount jumps to $791,335 in the same amount of time!


For many teens, it’s a rite of passage to finally have the independence of driving one’s own car. Cars are, however, expensive items to purchase and maintain, with even some of the more inexpensive cars costing several thousand dollars.


As a tween, you're most likely not going to be able to take on a regular job like a teenager can. However, tweens need money sometimes, too! Once you're a tween, you can take on some of your newly-gained independence to earn some money that you can do what you want with.


Earning $100 in one week is hard work, especially when you're a kid. Doing one thing probably won't do it -- but doing a whole bunch of things will allow any kid to reach their goal, no problem.


The job market can be a tough place for a teenager, but, with a little resilience and ingenuity, you can find several ways to make money. Aside from browsing your options with employers who are known for hiring teens, you should also think about opportunities to become an independent contractor of sorts, a budding entrepreneur who sells wares or provides services all on your own.


If you have a lot of old stuff and need some cash, hold a yard sale! Here's everything you need to know to make it a success.


You’re a teenager in the prime of your life, 13 to 20, the opportunities are all the same for all teens. You’re full of energy and have big ideas but you have no money to do the things you want to do.


Prove You're Responsible to Your Parents

Do you want a new pet? Video game? Cell phone? Or maybe you want to go see a good movie? Well, here are some ways to prove that you're responsible!


Let's face it,we all love money and love to spend that money. But, think for a second. Would you rather have a little money now, or more money later?


An IOU is normally written when someone lends money to another person and wants that money back by a specific date. An IOU may also be used when a service or product is provided and an agreement is made that it will be paid for at a later date.


Many people find amazing deals on furniture, designer clothing, and kitchenware when they go thrift shopping. However, it can be hard to find the good stuff if you don’t know how to look for it.


This is ideal for teen girls who have trouble organizing and feeling good about getting ready in the morning.


Mornings can be a stressful time for everyone. Here are some tips to help you stay on track, make it to school on time, and start your day well.


The majority of teenagers have a very limited idea of how to  organize their money . This article seeks to help those who haven't done so yet.


Do you have what it takes to get ready for school? If you're not sure what you need to do to be properly prepared for a day at school, you'll find some helpful suggestions here, from dressing to packing lunch and supplies.


Get Ready for School Fast (Middle Schooled Girls)

Is getting ready for school a real pain for you? Do you find yourself being late because you can't manage to wake up in time? Here's some advice!


Are you having difficulty getting up in the morning for school? Do you not feel like waking up? If so, this is the guide for you!


Reinvent Yourself for Your Freshman Year

This is High School. Scary? Nah. Exciting? ABSOLUTELY! High school is the perfect opportunity to change your look COMPLETELY and get lots of attention for it.


Preparing your child to go to kindergarten includes readying her socially, emotionally, and physically. Helping your child to feel prepared will help her to embrace her independence and face this new experience head on.


This is an article for girls on how to prepare for school the night before. This will help you look and feel your best for school the next day.


The typical way we earn money is to pull in a regular salary for performing a job (or two, or three). However, there are other ways that you can increase your income without taking on a second job.


Get Your Life Started (Struggling Teens)

Wishing you were more independent, with a life of your own? Getting your life started requires discipline and determination. As a teen, you may feel like you just want to get away from your family and school.


Most people experience feelings of sadness from time to time. When these feelings don’t go away, however, and include feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness, then you might be depressed.


When someone talks about getting high most people assume it's done through the use of drugs. However, there are many techniques that utilize the body's natural functions to produce a high without the use of drugs or outside chemicals.


Some of the most important and remembered years of your life will be your teenage and college years. Make them a good memory! By following the tips below, not only will you be having a blast now, but you will be happy to know that your teen and college years were spent well.


If you're the type of person who finds it hard to let your feelings show, but you'd like to try and reveal a little more of them, it can be a challenge to know where to begin.


Offer Support to Families of Lost Soldiers

With everything going on...in many countries, it has become a sad reality that soldiers are lost. This article hopes to help with learning how to support those left behind.


Persuade a Teenager to Receive Psychiatric Help

If your teenage friend or child is showing signs of mental illness, the most loving thing you can do is persuade her to get help. Bring your concern up gently, and be ready to weather an emotional reaction calmly.


Everyone feels down or blue every occasionally. Are you feeling down, but want to improve your mood, feel more optimistic, and feel uplifted? You can try to put yourself in a better mood through finding quick fixes, working on more long-term solutions like lifestyle changes, and changing how you think.


It can feel lonely when you struggle at school, and then come home and no one seems to care. You may feel like no matter where you go, you can’t seem to catch a break.


As a teenager, it can difficult to discern what your legal rights are. In some respects, you have the same legal rights and obligations as an adult.


Family violence can cause both physical and psychological damage. Family violence is when a family member mistreats, abuses, or neglects another family member.


Know if a Teenager Is a Risk for Suicide

Suicidal behavior is terribly common in the teen population. Adolescents are often going through a period of emotional turmoil as they establish their identities, cope with the changes of puberty, navigate the social and dating scenes, and handle school and family responsibilities.


Emotional numbness can result from many things. Whether you feel depressed, anxious, or you’ve experienced a trauma, it’s important to seek help. Don’t isolate yourself and instead, spend time with people you care about.


Every woman is different and has a different story about how she grew up. But many women have this in common: in order to mature from a girl to a woman, she had to prepare herself for some serious physical, emotional, and intellectual changes.


Improve Your Mental and Emotional Health

Your mental health and emotional well-being are important aspects of your overall health. In fact, they are just as important as your physical health.


Are you always hitting the snooze button? Throwing on clothes at the last minute? Taking breakfast to-go? Rushing out the door? Read this article to find out how to make your morning more enjoyable.


Views of self-improvement vary from person to person. With these steps, however, you will lead a more satisfying lifestyle and create a positive impact on the world around you.


Make Changes in Your Style and Hobbies for Spring

Spring is often bright, colourful and happy- you could reflect on this in what your wear or do. When the weather gets better, the sun stays out for longer and the days start to feel more interesting, it's great to be inspired to do something, or change how you look a little.


We all have had some form of stress is our lives. It may be from not being able to find the remote, to being annoyed or even  furious  with the people around us.


Sex or sexual experiences can be a great part of your relationship, an enjoyable one-time experience, or something you're saving for later. No matter which you choose, this is a major decision that you and your partner should make together on equal footing.


Have you ever looked at people who just seem to radiate happiness and good energy and wished that you could be like them? Maybe you wondered "Why do they have so many friends?


Have an Effective Session with a Therapist

Seeing a therapist can be a productive solution for dealing with a wide range of life problems. However, if you're not prepared for your sessions, if you don't find the right therapist, and if you don't take an active role in the process, you may not get as much out of the experience.


Building a great future will require making changes to your life now. Whether having a great future to you means having a family, a high-paying job or getting into your dream school, it’s the things you do today will affect your tomorrow.


As a teenager, you'll be starting high school, making new friends, and most likely dating. Your hormones are racing the most in these few years, so it can be quite a roller coaster ride, but by the time you are a junior or senior, they are settled.


Have a Fun and Calm Life (for Teenage Girls)

Everyone dreams of that perfect life where you are happy, healthy, fun loving, and calm. Here is how to be that girl.


Do you feel yourself growing older and yet falling behind the on the path you thought were on? Maybe you feel like you don’t have a path at all, but are just floating through life?


Have you developed resentment because someone hurt you badly? Are you resentful of someone who appears better off than you? Resentment is the process of mentally dwelling on a painful or upsetting situation to the point that it causes you anger or bitterness.


Still feel as though you can outrun the cops (despite your arthritic hip) or need to tell your boss the “way it is” despite the fact you’ve finally hit your 40’s?


Immaturity can be a big turnoff and prevent you from becoming your full adult self. According to a recent study, the average age that women mature is 32 and and the average age that men mature is 43, an 11 year gap that is influenced by social and cultural expectations of both genders.


You may want to make sure you get the most out of your teenage years. Working hard as a teen can help you develop good habits you can carry into adulthood.


In most cases, the process of becoming an adult male is interconnected with the transformation from adolescence into adulthood. Regardless of the nature of your transition to becoming an adult male, however, you must be prepared for physical and emotional changes, and adjust to how you and others respond to them.


Do you have academic, career, college admission, or personal/social issues that you really need to tell someone about? Would you like your discussion to be confidential and talk to someone without being judged?


You no doubt have dreams for your future after high school. While it can be difficult to stay motivated to work towards goals that are years away, keeping up momentum is the key.


Emotional fitness is the ability to accept negative feelings in your life and live a life in line with your values despite them. Feelings can hi-jack the brain and lead to doing things you regret.


When you’re trying to grow up, make adult decisions, and act more mature, it can be really hurtful when other people let you know they still consider you just a child.


An 'emotional inventory' is an understanding of each emotion that your brain is processing. Through tough times and events, we can often have trouble processing how we feel and even why.


It's not easy being a teenager. Your body is changing and your social life is developing. Many people go through difficult situations as teens. However, being a teenager can be fun if you learn to take care of yourself, form healthy relationships, and cope with the many new things coming your way.


Whether you have taken a course exam or a college entrance exam, feeling stressed about your results is normal. You cannot change the outcome, though, so being stressed will not help you.


If you've been  cutting yourself , you need to seek help. Cutting is a serious mental health concern, and can be caused by problems like anxiety and depression.


If you're feeling stuck in a perpetual childhood, learning to shake yourself out of your routine can help get you on the fast-track to adulthood. Being a grown up is more than an age and more than an attitude.


Life is busy and it’s easy to fall off the track sometimes. With work, family, and extracurricular demands on our time, it is easy to feel like the world is falling apart all around us.


Oh, the dreaded teenage "rough patch". The time in our lives when our parents give us hard times and expect us to deal with it.


Do you ever feel as if you need someone to talk to other than a friend or family member? A therapist can be helpful for lots of problems such as struggling with bullying, family problems, and even academic problems.


Many teenagers experience physical, emotional, verbal, or sexual abuse. No one should have to live in an abusive home and running away often seems like the only option.


The "best years of your life"? Maybe not, but you can  learn  to make the most of your  high school  days.


Life is hard. Whether it is trouble with family, friends, your workplace, or perhaps, the inability to even find employment, there are many factors that contribute to making our lives that much more difficult to deal with.


It is normal to feel sad from time to time. If you feel like you are sad all the time, and it doesn't go away, that may be something different. That may be depression.


Thinking that you might have a mental illness may make you may feel scared, embarrassed, weak, or alone. Mental illnesses are common, and you are not the only person struggling with them.


Do you ever feel lonely and depressed? Worthless and hopeless? Like nobody needs you around, not even yourself? This article will help you find something that makes you feel like your life is a meaningful one.


Gain That Much Required Sense of Self Confidence (Girls)

Teenage years, or any years in fact, can be grueling because of the lack of that essential ingredient of Self-Esteem.


If you're still young, you've got plenty of time to enjoy life. If you find that you're not enjoying it as much as you could, you could try a few things to make your life better.


Emotional intelligence exists for both men and women. Emotional intelligence is a heightened form of intelligence that requires skill, practice and timed calculation, in order to promote a healthy and high quality Lifestyle change.


Biore Pore Strips are great at making pores less visible if used correctly. Most Biore strips are meant to be used on the nose, so if you wish to use them on another part of your face, you will need to purchase a combo pack.


Picking at blemishes is an impulsive habit, and could last up to years. You know better, but you still find yourself doing it again, and again; going nowhere.


Being prepared for school each day is about good organization, a skill every person can easily manage. Since school is where you spend a large part of your week, it makes sense to put a routine into place to make it a smoother experience.


Don’t feel pressured into purchasing a planner from the store if they don’t leap out at you. You can take your planner into your own hands. You can personalize your planner as much as you wish from a simple design or something that fits your personality.


Not all schools are air-conditioned, and school can be sweltering. You sweat and smell, and you feel like you're dying when you go outside for more than a minute.


Organize Your Classroom Before School Starts (for Teachers)

So...you were just given a classroom, but it may not be completely  organized ! You know you need to keep your classroom organized before school starts, especially because it's good for your students.


Ever woken up feeling you forgot to do something? Or woken up late due to your "all- nighter" to finish that book report? This wikihow will help you make a routine that will ensure that you are prepared, relaxed and confident for school the next morning.


Do you hate getting up in the morning? Do you wish you had a fool-proof plan to make yourself look great and more importantly, feel great in the morning?


One of the best things about summer break can be sleeping late in the mornings (unless you're an early bird). This can become a problem, however, when fall rolls around and you have to get back into your early-morning routine.


Do you hate waking up early? Most of us do. But we still have to do it, and most of us want to get ready in the shortest amount of time possible. This article will help you get out of the bed and out the door quicker while being efficient.


Get Ready for School in 20 Minutes (Teen Girls)

Rushing to get ready for school can be very stressful and tiring in the early hours of the day. Using the tips from this article, you can wake up refreshed and happy, without having to rush at all.


Younger girls in junior high, even in elementary school are being pressured to wear makeup so they can feel pretty. However, this isn't necessary, especially at a young age.


If you're constantly late for school, it's an indication you're inadequately prepared. Getting ready for school can be a hassle, especially when you don't have enough time.


If you're always are rushing out the door and never have time to get ready in the morning, it's probably time to start preparing ahead and making things easier on yourself.


Look Cute and Dress Nicely for Middle School (Girls)

Since you're in middle school, it's very important to look cute and dress well. However, it can sometimes be hard to do this, especially with a limited amount of time to get ready for school in the morning.


Get Ready for School in the Mornings on a Time Limit (Girls)

This article is especially important if you're in junior high/middle school, or high school because you tend to want to look good, be fashionable, etc.


Look Like a Model at School (Middle Schoolers)

Don't you occasionally just feel jealous of the pretty, cool and popular girls in your class/school, even if they are horrible? Don't you wish there was someone they're jealous of?


Get Ready for School After the Holidays (Girls)

Time to go back to school after the holidays? This article will show you how to get ready for a new school year.


It happens to the best of us. One day, you look around the halls at school, and all you can see is couples. Holding hands, smooching, and looking so... happy.


Is someone pressuring you to be happy? Are you pressuring yourself to be happy? If so, read on!


Being a teenager isn't easy. There are pressures of school, work, family, peers, hormones, and many other things. As a result, this can be a very frustrating time of life: you may feel oppressed by the authority of your parents, you may feel like you don't get to make any choices for yourself, you may have had frustrating experiences with dating or in your friendships, you may have an uncertain future (e.g., whether or where you will attend college).


Maybe it's the first day of middle school, you've just transferred schools, or you just want to look nice for that special someone—whatever the reason, you want to look great.


Cope with Mental Instability As a Teenager

Feeling unstable can be unpleasant. If you’re wondering how to bring in more balance to your life, focus on your mental health. See a therapist or psychiatrist if you or your caretakers think you might have a mental health diagnosis.


Many transitions are associated with a person’s development from adolescence to adulthood. You may experience biological changes like growing a beard as well as cognitive changes such as being able to understand abstract concepts like politics and religion.


Tweens and teenagers often get angry. It can sometimes be difficult to control anger, which can cause problems in school, at home, and with your friends.


For many, adolescence is a time of great stress. In addition to physical changes and complicated social dynamics, you are probably experiencing significant academic pressure and anxiety about major life decisions.


Boost Your Mental Health by Building a Daily Routine

Getting through the day can be difficult. Responsibilities like work, family, friends, school, and chores can drain and get us down. You may feel like you are stuck in a rut, which can have a negative effect on your mental health.


Before their period, many women experience PMS symptoms such as bloating, cramps, fatigue, breast tenderness and/or low back pain. These symptoms are caused by fluctuating levels of estrogen and progesterone in the body.


Okay, we all know how to take care of ourselves, and how to shower and the like. But I'll tell you again just in case it slipped your mind.


Scalp pimples are just as painful and itchy as a pimple on your face or back, but more difficult to treat because they are covered by your hair. The only advantage to scalp pimples is that they are largely hidden by your hair, but the natural oils from your hair or headwear can worsen your scalp pimples or cause new ones to form.


Testosterone is the male hormone, though it is a normal hormone in women as well. Testosterone is responsible for the production of male sexual characteristics and functions including a deep voice, facial hair, denser bone, and muscle mass, and is directly related to erectile functions, penis and testicular size, and the sex drive.


Teeth are the beauty of one's face. To keep them in top condition, one must brush them every day and for a longer period of time. Some people find this difficult.


Let's take action against one of our worst enemies: acne, which includes blemishes, whiteheads, blackheads and so on. Banishing blemishes should be at the top of our survival skills.


Zits, spots, pimples... call them what you will, they are an unfortunate skin problem that most people have to deal with at some point in their lives.


The decision to run away with your boyfriend is not one to be taken lightly. This is a huge decision that will impact your life and his, and you should take your time to determine if it’s the right thing to do.


You got far away from home then you think. "How will I survive?" Here are some things you should do.


Running away is a last resort that should only be attempted in the direst of situations. In many cases, running away can make whatever problem you are trying to escape even worse.


If a teenager you love has run away, you are likely terrified, frantic, and unsure of what to do next. Contact law enforcement immediately. After you have spoken with police, you may want to utilize several different strategies to help bring the teenager home, including talking to their friends, using social media to raise awareness, and working with national runaway organizations.


Running away from home, while it sounds liberating and glamorous, is not fun. You'll be sleeping on the street, scrounging for food, and life certainly won't be easy.


Run Away from Home with Your Best Friend

Whether escaping from an abusive household or finding a sense of adventure, there are a number of reasons why someone would run away from home. Trying to survive on your own is difficult, especially if you're used to having your basic needs taken care of by your parents.


You deserve to feel safe. If you feel trapped by an abusive spouse, parent, or family member, running away and finding a safe space may be the only option.


Although it's never a good idea to fight, whether physical or verbal, sometimes a fight is unavoidable. You may need to defend yourself in a dangerous situation.


It can be difficult to feel different, especially if the differences are clearly visible. If you’re feeling awkward and embarrassed about your height, you’re not alone.