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Re: Your Unofficial St. Patrick’s Day Check-List

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 19:10:03 -0000

One quick beer-related rant, which I remembered when reading this... Smithwicks is pronounced "Smiddicks"! Hearing "Smith-wicks" makes my liver cringe in embarrassment.

Re: Facebook inbox tweaks coming in May

Amanda Natividad — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:43:37 -0000

So does this mean that rather than getting annoying wall posts about Farmville or the "About You" quizzes, we'll be getting them in our inboxes instead?

Re: Showing Skin: When Is It Too Much?

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:36:02 -0000

She worked at a hospital! (Desk work, I guess)

Re: Showing Skin: When Is It Too Much?

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:13:35 -0000

I couldn't agree more. Once, when I met up with a close girlfriend of mine after work, I noticed she was wearing a tank, short shorts (shorter than mid-thigh!) and wedges. When I asked, "You wore THAT to work?!" she didn't quite seem to get it since she just responded, "...Yeah...?" like it was no big deal!

Re: She Said: New Year’s Dating Resolutions!

Amanda Natividad — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:00:13 -0000

#8 - Definitely. There's a difference between a guy who lives with his mother and a guy who lives with his MOMMY. There are a number of reasons a guy might live with his mother (or another elder relative) but if the main one is that he just can't let go, there's a problem! Dealbreaker!

And for #1 - Hey, cheap takeout is fine with me, but for a FIRST date? No way!!

Re: It’s January 6. Do You Know Where Your Resolution Is?

Amanda Natividad — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:01:34 -0000

I'm just trying to lead a healthier lifestyle - both physically and mentally. Yesterday I started the Fruit Flush Diet. It's a 3-day diet consisting of protein drinks, lots of fruit, lots of veggies and lean protein like chicken breast.

I know what you're thinking, "You won't lose any weight!" "The best thing to do is to just eat better and exercise!"

But I figure with this sort-of detox, I'll reset my appetite and be more motivated (at least mentally) to live better. I'm already craving my next serving of fruit - and usually I'd be reaching for a bag of chips!

Re: 5 Not-So-Serious Things to Be Grateful For

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 14:00:21 -0000

OMG yes!! It usually takes me 35-40 minutes to get to the office - today I got here in 20 minutes. L-O-V-E it!!

Re: 5 Not-So-Serious Things to Be Grateful For

Amanda Natividad — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:04:59 -0000

I, too, am thankful for online shopping. I got most of mine done in one evening, a glass of red wine in one hand, and the other free to click away. :)

...Which brings me to something else I'm thankful for: wine. I love sharing a bottle with friends over dinner or a big plate of crackers and cheese.

Re: ‘Bah Humbug’ Alert: Holiday News You May or May Not Want to Avoid

Amanda Natividad — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:45:03 -0000

Thanks, Erica, I agree! Merry Christmas to you as well!

Re: Lifescript’s Healthy-Eating Gift Recommendations (Under $35!)

Amanda Natividad — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:47:09 -0000

Sounds great, thanks Laurie! Think a potted rosemary would thrive in a sunny window? I was thinking it would be nice if my parents had a few potted herbs in the kitchen window.

Re: Lifescript’s Healthy-Eating Gift Recommendations (Under $35!)

Amanda Natividad — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:36:10 -0000

OMG potted herbs? That's brilliant! It never occurred to me that those would make great gifts, let alone to just buy one for myself.

Thanks for the advice, Laurie! Do you happen to know if basil or rosemary plants are easy to maintain? I think I may just get one for my dad. He's not much of a cook but he likes to believe he has a green thumb. :)

Re: Dr. Oz’s Health Tips: Weight Loss, Budget-Friendly Foods and Other Advice for a New You

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:39:18 -0000

Thank YOU, Laurie! I like the whole working-out-for-10-minutes thing. I often feel like there's much emphasis placed on working out an hour a day, at least 5 days a week. Who has time for that?! It's nice to know that every little bit of exercise helps.

Re: Lifescript’s Fitness Gift Recommendations (Under $25!)

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:02:00 -0000

I love my Gaiam yoga mat! It may not be printed but it's a lovely lime green and I never leave for yoga class without it! :)

Re: Healthy Cocktails: What’s Your Favorite Holiday Drink?

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:44:37 -0000

I credit the college kid in me: I drank any and everything. I'm just careful not to mix too much, though!

And vodka is my poison of choice! My faves are with cranberry juice, and with tonic water/lime juice. For a fun (but sugary) party drink, try mixing 2 parts lemonade and 1 part Hawaiian Punch to a shot of vodka for a fun, candy-tasting cocktail!

Re: Holiday Fashion Faux Pas: Which Seasonal Styles Look Good or Bad?

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:32:07 -0000

That's hilarious, Laura! Were you wearing a tacky Christmas sweater too?

Re: Holiday Fashion Faux Pas: Which Seasonal Styles Look Good or Bad?

Amanda Natividad — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:04:35 -0000

Nicole, you should break out the broaches and wear 'em all at once! But really, those sound cute!

Re: Holiday Fashion Faux Pas: Which Seasonal Styles Look Good or Bad?

Amanda Natividad — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:02:17 -0000

Holiday pins are way cool! But a holiday pin stuck to an ugly Christmas sweater, nestled next to a jingle bell necklace? Hmm.... Tacky but still fun to me!

Re: Holiday Shopping: And How Was Your Black Friday?

Amanda Natividad — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 14:50:56 -0000

I bet that was fun and relaxing, Jill! I think my dog paced nervously around the house, wondering when we'd come home. No wonder she gnawed on the drywall!

Re: Holiday Shopping: And How Was Your Black Friday?

Amanda Natividad — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:52:43 -0000

Sounds like a perfect post-Thanksgiving day, Laura!

Re: Holiday Shopping: And How Was Your Black Friday?

Amanda Natividad — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:10:35 -0000

It was such a gorgeous day, Laurie! My time probably would have been better spent hiking.

You know the funny thing about flip-flops? In college they're a basic necessity. But post-college, they're a luxury!

Re: Holiday Shopping: And How Was Your Black Friday?

Amanda Natividad — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:09:01 -0000

I'm not gonna lie, Nicole...

Those Bumpits are the best! They were more useful to me when my hair was long but they really did give the added height I wanted! I liked them best on bad hair days - I'd tuck a medium-sized Bumpit under a chunk of hair and pull my hair into a mid-height pony - it was easy!

The only downside is that it makes driving uncomfortable. You can't lean your head back without feeling the lump of plastic and when you do lean back, you're paranoid you'll break it.

And just so you know they weren't on sale at Bed Bath & Beyond. :)

Re: 5 Aggravating Fall Fashion Trends

Amanda Natividad — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:22:36 -0000

I totally wear #1 and #2! I like wearing long sweaters with leggings and boots - it's an easy chic style that instantly adds height. As for the "tissue" tees, I have a couple of 'em and several tank tops to wear underneath. They're easy to mix 'n' match; plus, it looks like I have tons more clothes than I actually do.

Personally, I'm not really into those gladiator-looking sandals. They look complicated and pretty uncomfortable since the soles are so flat.

Re: How Soon Is Too Soon to be Married?

Amanda Natividad — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:37:25 -0000

While I agree with both of you, I was intrigued by what my mom's friend once said. He's a middle-aged bachelor who was explaining the advantages of marrying young: When you're young you grow up together; you can mold each other. He lamented that because he had never married, he's now set in his ways and has a hard time maintaining a relationship.

Of course, that's one man's opinion, but I thought it was an interesting point.

Re: How Soon Is Too Soon to be Married?

Amanda Natividad — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:47:05 -0000

Everyone is different; you can't put a timeframe on love, yada yada yada. But I still think they married too early. They haven't even had their first scandal yet!

My parents met/married within a year - still too early for me! I've been with my boyfriend for about 6 years and though we're both very happy, I STILL don't see us getting married anytime soon!

Re: Movies to Cry By

Amanda Natividad — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:07:28 -0000

"The Notebook" always makes me cry too!

Another movie that really moved me - and surprised me - was the Spanish flick "El Orfanato." I was told it was one of the scariest movies in a long time, and it was. But it was also very touching and deep.