Having a "Facebook Official" Relationship

After a few months, weeks or even days of dating your new special someone, the next big step for many college students is when to make it "facebook official."


On the social networking site "facebook," originally created just for college students, your marital status is an important aspect of your page. From single to its complicated, your "facebook friends" will be updated of any changes in your status.


Some people just choose to leave the option blank and avoid nosey people asking questions about their relationships. But for others, the day you get to make that person someone who you are "in a relationship with" on facebook, is a big deal.


Whether or not your current relationship is "Facebook official" appears to be becoming a more popular topic every day. So much so that even CNN has done a story on the issue.


One good feature about Facebook is that no one can say they are in a relationship with you without your approval.


If only all decisions in life were as easy as a simple approval or denial by a click of the mouse. Life as a college student would be a lot easier.

What Does a Sloppy Kiss Mean?

It's hard to forget that first kiss with a terrible kisser. It feels like they are trying to eat your face, while licking your nose, mouth and chin region at the same time.

Guys, if it's a girl attacking your face, looks like she may just be a bad kisser. However, a recent National Geographic article says that when men are kissing women like sloppy fools, they are unconsciously searching for estrogen and testing to see how fertile they are, and thus how reproductively successful they may be as couple.

So ladies, either your man is just a bad kisser, or maybe he is testing your mouth to see if you are an appropriate mate for him! Maybe you should be flattered instead of disgusted!

"All The Single Ladies"

"If you like it then you should have put a ring on it." If superstar Beyonce Knowles says so, it must be true right?

Beyonce's new single "Single Ladies" is an all around girl anthem. It is hilarious to watch the look on men's faces when it comes on the radio. They cringe like they are hearing nails on a chalkboard.

Beyonce, although she has a ring on her finger, proclaims in her song that sometimes after a messy break-up with a man who never treated you the way you deserved, all you need is to proclaim your independence!

This song is perfect for any single lady who has been treated bad in the past. It gets your spirits lifted and makes you want to dance!

This song is also making headlines due to its tremendous amounts of web videos of fans dancing to the song!

Here are a few:
Justin Timberlake looks like Beyonce's number one fan in this one!


This adorable little girl is getting an early start on her single status!



Rachel Ray went ahead and had a competition on her show last week with people from web videos dancing to the song. Just because he's not a single lady, doesn't mean the last contestant can't dance to the female anthem!!

He's Just Not That Into You.

The book, "He's Just Not That Into You: The No-Excuses Truth to Understanding Guys" by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo was such a hit that it hit box offices this month with a the Movie, "He's Just Not That Into You."


The film is filled with A-list celebrities like Jennifer Aniston,who was also in "Marley and Me" which was also based on a book (a great book I might add), Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Ginnifer Goodwin, Scarlett Johansson and Ben Afflect to name a few.

The movie didn't get great reviews on rottentomatoes.com, and it got a similar rating from the New York Times, but it seems like a film to be enjoyed by women across the country. I haven't had a chance to see it, but I would love to!

Has anyone seen it? Tell me what you thought!

Instantly Attractive with Pheromones

Have you ever wanted a magic potion to help you appear more attractive to the opposite sex? Well, you may have one.

Pheromones; what are they? Pheromones can be generally described as your "attractive scent." Although you cannot actually smell this scent, your pheromones are a hormone that you emit into the air, and what make you attractive to others.

Here is where things get even better! You can now BUY pheromones! Pheromones are said to make you happier, and therefore, more attractive. That is the same line sales associates at SEPHORA tell you when you wander near their pheromone laced products for sale.

(Be careful, there is a different pheromone for men and women!)

So, retailers took the idea of the attractiveness of pheromones and made a synthetic version of the hormone, bottled it up, and sold it world wide. What a concept.

Happiness clearly isn't cheap! A tiny vile of pheromone product at Sephora can set you back about $80. As a college student, that really is not in my budget, so I have yet to test out these nifty products.

Valentines Day is Here, Just Do It

Like Nike has always said, "Just do it." I'm sure everyone isn't as anti-valentines as I am, but even if you are, your special valentine may really look forward to the day of hearts and candies.

So, you just have to stick it out and try and make that special day, well, special. Just do it. Buy those silly little gifts or plan a nice meal. If your valentine is an anti-valentine, this year could change the way they see February 14th.

However, you may want to avoid going overboard. Too much candy, cards and fuzzy heart-holding teddy bears may put your valentine in a pink and red coma!

If it's your first year with your special someone, try to just do something simple yet thoughtful. Think of what would really make that person smile and appreciate what you have done for them. Since that's what Valentines Day should be about in the first place; doing something special for those you care about.

Is your special someone really stressed out with the daily grind of school, work or both? Is there something the two of you have always wanted to do together but never got around to it? This is your time to shine. Go ahead, give your valentine a middle of February treat to remember.

• Do your research and make a fabulous dinner - it's more fun when the two of you can cook together, but plan ahead, and have the ingredients waiting in the fridge. His and hers aprons are a fun in the kitchen idea!
  
• Set up a spa at home - be prepared to give your valentine a massage to remember, or have a bubble bath ready to go when that special someone walks through the door.


• Create a box of your valentine's favorite things - This can vary from being fancy and pricey, to cute and silly. Cute and silly is always less intimidating to the other person. Think of things your valentine truly enjoys; the simple pleasures in life. A favorite food, CD, drink, picture, book, you name it. Do your homework, ask friends and family for advice if your having a hard time. Thoughtful gifts are always the most appreciated.
  

Whatever you choose to do for your special someone, everyone loves someone who went out of their way to be creative and make you smile. So put on your thinking caps and try something new! Keep and open mind and something will come to you, even if you really are not interested in celebrating Valentines Day, make that special someone happy, and just do it.

How to Get Through Valentines Day

February is here, and singles are cringing. The thought of pink and red hearts may cause nausea, but you're not alone. If you haven't been hit by that diaper wearing baby's arrow, what do you do on the most romantic day of the year?




There are better things to do than sending yourself flowers. That will just set you back $40, and leave you with a mess of dead petals in a few days.

Since restaurants will be jam packed with couples wining and dining, (which can be depressing to watch) stock up with a few bottles of wine and have your (single) friends over to your place!

Why not test out that new recipe you've always wanted to try out. Or play around with some new cocktail ideas. Flirtinis are always a hit!

Once everyone has had a few drinks, discussions can begin about what a ridiculous holiday Valentines Day is, and how it was only established t0 bump up sales at Hallmark.

Have everyone bring something, flowers, chocolates, balloons, or whatever seems fun at the drug store. That way, all the singles can go home with something in hand.


If, by chance you don't have a handful of single friends on standby for this day of love, make the day about you. Go shopping, get a message, or just set aside some time to do something nice for yourself. It is okay to love yourself on Valentines day.

It can be fun, there is NO point of stressing over a silly holiday like Valentines day. Keep your chin up, it's only 24 hours!

What Constitutes a Relationship

Many women ( and often men too) hit that awkward phase in their series of dates when you have to ask; "are we in a relationship?"

It reminds us of that old phrase, "How many licks does it take to get to the center of a tootsie pop?" However, there is no wise owl asking the question. You and your "significant other," are asking,

"How many dates until we can be considered, in a relationship?"

Many people may think your relationship status depends on the number of dates the two of you have been on, but most often you will be able to tell when it is appropriate to call your "date" someone you are in a relationship with.

But before you are in an exclusive relationship, many people consider that person someone who they are:

• Seeing
• Dating
• Talking to
• Special friends with

(By the way, what does the phrase "I'm talking to him even mean? You talk to everyone!)

Only after "the talk," can you really call someone your boyfriend or girlfriend. If you don't have "the talk," and then introduce someone as your boyfriend or girlfriend, your special friend may get a little uneasy. Relationships can be scary, especially for those who have had rough break-ups in the past. So take it one step at a time.

You also must take into consideration more than just the persons physical attributes. You can be physically attracted to someone, but that will soon fade if that person has nothing to back up his or her good looks with. Make sure that person has the qualities you want in a person before you even consider a relationship.

If you have "the talk," and the other person is not interested in being classified as being "in a relationship" with you, don't force it. Do you really want to be in a relationship with someone you had to beg? No, it should come naturally. If it doesn't? Let it play out. It may not be meant to be, everything happens for a reason.