All categories - 19 September 2007

I am desperately trying to convince my intended that I do not want a diamond engagement ring (reasons: potential for buying a 'blood diamond', personal taste and the cost).
He doesn't want to hear it. Any ideas on how I can convince him?
He is the most wonderful guy in the world, but he can be stubborn on things he feels are important (such as what an engagement ring is supposed to look like).
I don't want to be a diva and tell him "this is what I want or else!" I really want him to like the ring, too.
Any ideas on how I might try to convince him that stones other than diamonds are wonderful options???

2007-09-19 06:25:22 · 24 answers · asked by nova_queen_28 7 in Weddings

2007-09-19 06:25:18 · 9 answers · asked by captain_koyk 5 in Politics

When I am surprised by unexpected company I hide this stuff here and this stuff there as quickly as I can. I call this my "creative housekeeping plan B" lol. Do you have any to share?

2007-09-19 06:25:12 · 11 answers · asked by ncgirl 6 in Senior Citizens

I know what it is, but why is it significant?

2007-09-19 06:25:02 · 4 answers · asked by QUEEN 2 in Poetry

Alright here it goes. I'm a senior in high school, stressing out over colleges. I've driven myself to this sharp pinnacle where I truly believe no college will accept me. Help assuage my mind?

I have around a 3.7 right now, and I've never been below a 3.5. Nearly all my classes are honors except some in my freshman and sophomore year, when I didn't know what was going on (yeah don't ask). I've gotten a 1160 on my SAT, and have taken 2 AP English/Lit classes.

I'm in the National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, an internship, am an editor in our school literary magazine, have volunteered for a few years at the Humane Society, and have won several writing/photography awards.

I'm a good writer, so my essay should be alright.

I'm applying for the University of Florida, Florida State University, and several small liberal arts colleges. (This is all instate.)

Do I have any chance, and what could increase my chances?

2007-09-19 06:24:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Higher Education (University +)

about how tough it was to choose best answer..so what do you do ?? you give me 46 !!!! lol..lol.. why me ?? you guys are bad ??? lol..lol...thanks,i think ??

2007-09-19 06:24:44 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

2007-09-19 06:24:42 · 38 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

PLZ Gents, define for me a beautiful woman.(almost perfect) What's the first thing you see in a woman in order for you to consider her the most beautiful woman youv'e ever seen that you end up starring,and thinking about her. plz be very specific. Coz the reason im asking is that most guys of all races say that im beautiful and i have no idea what they see in me! ASAP

2007-09-19 06:24:40 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating

If I can change, will there be any fees?

2007-09-19 06:24:37 · 6 answers · asked by georgewallace78 6 in Insurance & Registration

If a girl is too beautyfull the boys are afraind to close her??

2007-09-19 06:24:36 · 9 answers · asked by jessyyyy 4 in Singles & Dating

Andromeda Neve King
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2007-09-19 06:24:35 · 19 answers · asked by BooBoo 1 in Baby Names

2007-09-19 06:24:34 · 71 answers · asked by Buddie 7 in Polls & Surveys

I really don't know a lot about the laws regarding adoption. I have looked up some stuff here and there and have tried some things but haven't gotten too far. My adoption was arranged before I was born. My mother was only 16 and her parents wouldn't let her keep me. I was born in Illinois in 1985, so I am 22 now. I also found out I have a half sister who was born in 1983. My adoption was a private adoption which is no longer legal. The lawyer who handeled the case was an older lady and she is now deceased. I tried to get in contact with her family to get ahold of any paperwork but I couldn't reach anyone. I have talked to the hospital I was born at and they have not helped me at all. My mother did sign papers that said once I turn 18 I could contact her. Apparently there is a paper with her name address and some other info that I can get, but I don't know how. If anyone can help me it would be greatly appreciated.

2007-09-19 06:24:14 · 9 answers · asked by recovermesoon21 2 in Adoption

is fall all year 'round (but still in the USA). I love when the temperature stays about 65-75 and lots and lots of nature (trees, forest, water, etc...). Is there anywhere in the USA that is like this year round? Thanks!

2007-09-19 06:24:03 · 6 answers · asked by Y!A P0int5 Wh0r3 5 in Other - United States

2007-09-19 06:23:50 · 7 answers · asked by barry r25 2 in Packing & Preparation

I love rock songs that have romantic feelings to them
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnaRUpar_bY
I have a lot more that mean a lot to me
I just wish I had someone that was "the one"
What songs do you have that mean something to you?

2007-09-19 06:23:42 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

I am getting Carnell Williams for Shockey and Ahman Green. If I give up Shockey my TE will be Heath Miller. My RB will be Steven Jackson and Williams. What u think?

2007-09-19 06:23:24 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fantasy Sports

They say you're pretty nice.

2007-09-19 06:23:23 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

2007-09-19 06:23:18 · 23 answers · asked by Buddy Hodor 7 in Polls & Surveys

Do you really think that it is OK to Taser someone because he likes practical jokes?

Americans truly are a sick group.

2007-09-19 06:23:18 · 24 answers · asked by jazz41 2 in Current Events

In the NBA playoffs last year they all wore shirts that said "Beat Detroit" and now in the Indians-Tigers series I've seen a few of those shirts popping up, not to mention the constant "Detroit sucks" chants.

Why not actually cheer for YOUR team rather than cheering AGAINST the other team? Seriously every other team has chants like "Let's go Tigers" or "Let's go Yankees" but these idiots in Cleveland just seem so preoccupied with beating Detroit that it seems they're more excited about Detroit losing than they are about Cleveland winning.

I guess it's a compliment?

2007-09-19 06:23:00 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Baseball

I am planning my wedding for next summer. I have a pretty limited budget. I am wanting to get married in a sculpture garden at around 7:30pm and then have my guest(40-50) back at my mothers house for reception"party". Is this an okay time to do a finger food reception(sandwiches, fruits, cheeses, dainties). We are wanting to rent a tent for the yard and maybe banquet tables to have the foods placed on, can I use expensive clear plastic plates or dinner plates?? Also, any ideas on the alcohol serving part. We would like to buy most of it but how to have self serve? If you get my drift of what I am planning please give some suggestions, I'd appreciate it.

2007-09-19 06:22:58 · 20 answers · asked by enam 1 in Weddings

I live in Delaware and i'm 17 years old. People always tell me I should be a model. I am seriously considering it...but it's hard finding information for the plus size field. I am a size 16/18

2007-09-19 06:22:51 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fashion & Accessories

As in how can a person know that everything they experience is not just a figment of thier imagination. The mind is a powerful thing and I don't have any doubt that it's possible that a person could fall into a sort of dream that they couldn't tell wasn't real. If they were in that dream for so long how would they even remember what the real world was like. It's sort of like asking how would a person in the matrix know they were in the matrix unless someone told them and took them out of it. But with psychosis it's just you, which would make it all the more sad.

2007-09-19 06:22:49 · 4 answers · asked by garion b 4 in Psychology

How expensive are they to maintain? I am considering buying one with 110k on it.

2007-09-19 06:22:49 · 2 answers · asked by jefx1965 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

Thursday?

2007-09-19 06:22:49 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

The government pays for me to go to school. Does this make me less of a person?

2007-09-19 06:22:35 · 41 answers · asked by Liberal City 6 in Politics

Is there anyone that can help me with this one? My 7 y/o was evaluated today because her dentist told her she may need braces do to an extra tooth that is growing. They determined that she does need them, but because she has many missing teeth that fell and also some were extracted, and because of her not having all "adult" teeth yet, she is going to not need braces this minute but later on. So, they are doing what is called a "phase 1" treatment, which is to take care of the problems before she needs the braces. This treatment alone is $2,000 plus. But, they didnt fully explain to me what exactly will be done. It's a dental school because i have no dental insurance. They told me she needs this treatment before they can put on the braces. Does anyone know what this treatment consists of??

2007-09-19 06:22:32 · 5 answers · asked by Mari 1 in Dental

has anyone tried putting pvc on their fence as shown in the link below to keep their dog from jumping over fences?? it's kind of like coyote fencing but cheaper.

http://www.kittyklips.com/basic.htm

2007-09-19 06:22:23 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs