Feel Good Playlist
April 14, 2010
Sometimes I don’t have the right words to help my friends when they need advice. Sometimes people don’t want to hear what you want to tell them. Sometimes the best way to feel good, is to just “feel good.”
Attitude is everything. I believe that you can get through the toughest times if you just think optimistically. It’s your attitude that determines who you are and where you get in life.
These are some of my favorite songs to listen to when I’m down.
1. Jack Johnson- Sitting, Waiting, Wishing
2. Colbie Caillat-Bubbly
3. Blue October- Into the Ocean
4. Jason Mraz- Remedy
5. Train- Meet Virginia
6. Darius Rucker- Alright
7. Jimmy Eat World- Hear You Me
8. Dave Matthews Band- Funny the Way It Is
9. Red Jumpsuit Appartus- Your Guardian Angel
10. Kris Allen- Live Like We’re Dying
Would You Take Off Your Make Up?
April 8, 2010
Jessica Simpson is going bare for her latest cover shoot with Marie Claire magazine! The reason I love this is because Jessica is giving all of us a realistic look at ourselves. No more photoshop or gobbs of makeup. Girls are constantly comparing themselves to impossible models…models that are typically airbrushed and perfected in photoshop.
Girls With Dreams wants to congratulate Jessica for her bravery and giving us all a glimpse of reality! If you haven’t seen Jessica’s new TV show, the Price of Beauty on VH1, it’s worth checking out. Jessica travels around the world looking at how girls and women view beauty and the price they pay to uphold culturul expectations.
GWD favorite things for Spring!
April 6, 2010
Here are some of our favorite item’s for Spring! Let us know what you think. Feel free to click the links to see a picture or purchase the item!
Are You Really Ready for Prom?
April 2, 2010
Stevie’s Checklist for Prom! Here are some tips on things you want to make sure you have ready for prom.
– The jewelry you want to wear.
– The shoes you want.
– A form of ID (it’s required at my school so make sure about yours).
– A camera to capture all the moments. Dont’ forget to charge the batteries or bring extras!
– If you want a corsage, order one or you can always pick a basic one up at the flower shop.
– Paint your nails or get them done.
-Hair: Do you know how you want to wear it? Practice ahead of time with friends so you’re not stressed the day of prom.
– Your favorite lipgloss. I’m a fan of Burt’s Bees!
Remember make sure your prom is fun, these are some things I always seem to forget when I’m rushing around that day. If you have any other ideas you want to add, we’d love to hear your tips!
Low Cost Ideas for a Great Prom
March 17, 2010
Prom is right around the corner and it seems like everyone is looking for ways to save money whether it’s for prom or in general. Our Girls With Dreams team has put together some prom saving ideas you are going to love! Make sure to watch their most recent ideas for how to do prom on a budget and make sure to share your tips you have that girls need to know!
Fun Ideas for Teens on Spring Break
March 12, 2010
What are you doing for spring break? Whether you get to go some place fun or you’re staying home, our teen advisors have a few fun ideas for how to have a great time on your spring break at home. Check out their ideas on this video.
- Get caught up on your sleep!
- Be a tourist in your own town….check out the tourist hot spots!
- Get your your friends together for a themed movie party night!
- Get more ideas from our team video!
We’re Giving away The Body Scoop for Girls!
February 22, 2010
The Body Scoop for Girls by Dr. Jennifer Ashton, is an amazing book for girls that gives straight talk advice about your body. One of our teen advisors, Stevie did a review of the book and now we’re having a contest to giveaway a FREE Body Scoop for Girls book! Here’s how you enter to win!
Go to the Home Page of Girls With Dreams and look on the right side of the page below our You Tube player.
You will see a sign up box for members that says Send me the Stuff! Just enter your name and email here and you will automatically be entered to win! We will randomly be selecting a lucky winner and contacting you. The last day to enter the contest is Tuesday March 2nd! Don’t worry, if you’re already a Girls With Dreams member, you’ve automatically been entered into our contest!
Movie Review-Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
February 17, 2010
Somehow my Dad was able to get our school a private, advance screening of The Lightning Thief. If I were to give it a grade, I would give it a B- because, first of all, it was nothing like the book by Rick Riordan. Half of the book wasn’t even in the movie which made it less interesting and less funny. Also, the actors performed it way over the top, and it was so continuously loud that it hurt my ears. However, I thought the special effects were really cool and overly dramatic as the actors were, most of them still did a good job conveying the characters. Percy was not convincing at all but the other main characters were pretty good. Also, you could easily follow along with the plot line.
Over all it was OK but I wouldn’t see it again. I think if I hadn’t read the book and had such high standards for it, (because the book was really good) the movie might have seemed better.
If you see it, I’d like to know what you think. Let me know if you read the book before you saw the movie.
Valentine Gift Ideas Teens Can Give
February 4, 2010
So, what are you doing for Valentine’s Day? I kind of feel this holiday gets overrated by teens way too often. If you have a boyfriend you might feel stressed out trying to get the right gift and if you don’t have a boyfriend you might feel left out or even sad. Hopefully not. Whoever you have surrounding you this Valentines, I hope they are friends and family members you care about.
Some of you might even be thinking of getting friends or loved ones gifts or cards. I love the Valentine gift ideas our team shared in this video. They talk about Valentine gift ideas for your parent, friends, and even boyfriends.
One of our favorite places to look for fun gifts is at Artistic Sensations, a fun online boutique! Check out their gift guide here.
If you’re looking for the best chocolate gifts, you really need to check out our friends at sweetriot! Not only is it yummy, but you are helping the world every time you buy.
What are your thoughts about Valentines Day? Do you have a favorite gift you’ve ever received or you have given? We’d love to hear about it! Email us at info@girlswithdreams.com
Our Faves for 2010
January 29, 2010
We thought it would be fun to put together a list of some of our favorite things for 2010….so here it is…our Girls With Dream’s team picks! Do you have other favorites? We’d love to hear about them! Write us at info@girlswithdreams.com
Clothes
Scarfs (We love plaid)
Accessories
Big sunglasses
Peace Signs: Earrings, Window Treatment, T-Shirts
Teen Bedding from Artistic Sensations.com! Did you see our room makeover winners?
Makeup
Music , Movies & Books
Secrets Girls Keep (couldn’t resist putting it on the list)
Stones into Schools by Greg Mortenson
Louder Than Words Teen Memoir Series (Marni, Chelsey, Emily)
Technology
Nike + iPod Sensor Kate is training for a marathon and uses this to track data while she runs. It records the distance, pace and calories burned.
Food
Clif Mojo bars Kate’s review: An article I read suggested snacking on bars between 150 and 200 calories with at least 4 grams of protein. My favorite flavor is the Mountain Mix. It’s full of almonds, pretzel pieces, raisins and chocolate chips.
sweetriot chocolate..for the socially conscious..yum, yum!!!!
Water Bottles BPA FREE or Aluminum!
