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Girl Talk: Why I’m Hot For Peter Dinklage

Kate FridkisApril 25, 2012 //
Sexy "Game Of Thrones"
Watching "Game of Thrones" will get you laid. Read More »
Tall Women/Short Men
Taller Woman And Their Shorter Men
These ladies are way taller than their men. 16 Photos »
Hunger Games Pickups
These pickup lines are inspired by "Hunger Games." Read More »

It’s not that I have a thing, as it were, for little people. And, God, is that really the politically correct term? Are we serious about this? It’s not that I have some sort of fetish or something. But Peter Dinklage is hot. And I said it long before he was pn “Game of Thrones.”

I said it when I saw “The Station Agent,” back in the day, before college, even, when I went to see the flick with my lame boyfriend, and Peter Dinklage was so much hotter than him. And had so much more gravitas. And so much more charisma. And such a look of gentle weariness in his noble, manly eyes.

So when he showed up again, in “Game of Thrones,” I was willing to watch, despite all the casual rape and beheading and ripping out of throats and other body parts that no one should ever rip out. Keep reading »

8 Reasons You Shouldn’t Go On A Diet

Kate FridkisApril 16, 2012 //
Weight Gain Rules
This writer is loving her weight gain. Read More »
Brave Style
10 things this writer will wear when she's braver. Read More »
Dressing Vs. Dieting
Why women should focus on the bodies they have. Read More »

It’s spring! The trees are blossoming! All six of them! Or maybe that’s just on my block. The several tufts of grass are violently green. I suddenly want to buy at least two pairs of gladiator sandals. Because suddenly one doesn’t feel like enough. And also, because it’s spring, weight-loss advice is blooming. It’s everywhere. Shed those extra pounds before summer! Be able to fit into those shorts! Get your bikini bod on! Or, you know, catchier slogans.

I am going to the Caribbean in a couple months. My dad won a trip at an auction, and he’s taking the family, significant others included. When I found out, my first thought was “Yay!” and my second thought was, “Shit.” The “shit” related to the fact that I have not put on a bikini in well over a year, and since then, I’ve gained about 15 pounds. Keep reading »

8 Reasons You Should Be Naked More Often

Kate FridkisApril 9, 2012 //
Small Boobs Rule!
10 reasons to love small boobies. Read More »
On Sleeping Naked
sleeping naked photo
Jessica cannot sleep naked, despite many valiant attempts. Read More »
First Time Nude
The first time this writer posed nude. Read More »

Recently, I ended up naked in front of a full-length mirror. It was an accident. Seriously, it was. I don’t walk around naked that much. Anyway, there I was, naked, in front of this mirror. And for some reason, I took a long moment, just to look. And it was weird. Because it occurred to me that I never do that. Which I guess is actually pretty normal. But the weird part was that I didn’t really know my own naked body. It was vaguely familiar, of course. I mean, I do take showers and stuff. But I almost never pay attention to it, except to give it some unhelpful critique or be surprised by how chubby it’s gotten in certain places. Actually, ever since I gained some weight, I’ve wanted to be naked even less. Especially when there’s no immediate sex involved. Standing in front of the mirror, I had a small epiphany. I should get to know my naked body. I should get good at being naked. Actually, everyone should. If I was a dictator, I’d mandate daily naked time. And free healthcare for all! And cake! But mostly naked time. Why? Here are some reasons… Keep reading »

Girl Talk: I’m The Uncool Older Sister

Kate FridkisApril 6, 2012 //
My Wonderful Brother
Her brother keeps her sane. Read More »
Military Sister
My brother joined the armed forces. Read More »
My Brother, The Addict
addiction photo
What if someone you love is addicted to drugs? Read More »

I used to be a cool older sister. I had all sorts of secret older sister knowledge. So when I told my little brother Gabe that I was a witch and I could fly, he believed me. That was pretty awesome.

I was seven, and he was four.

“If you don’t unload my section of the dishwasher, I’ll put a spell on you!” I said.

He got nervous.

I hated unloading the dishwasher. I still do, actually. Keep reading »

Girl Talk: The Pregnancy Test

Kate FridkisMarch 23, 2012 //
My Miscarriage
One writer discusses her miscarriage. Read More »
Fertility Myths
10 Outrageous Fertility Myths
These fertility myths are crazy. 11 Photos »
At Peace With Abortion
This writer feels getting an abortion was the best decision of her life. Read More »
Broken Biological Clock
Some biological clocks just don't tick. Read More »

I am a writer. I have been a writer since age eight, when I penned a dramatic tale about a girl who gets asked to the prom by the school bully. He turns out to be really nice, and they end up getting married. It was daring, featured some witty dialogue, and suggested an attraction to bad boys that never played out in real life. It also suggested something else—my classic, boring, old-fashioned interest in getting married and living happily ever after, in that order. Keep reading »

8 Unexpectedly Sexy Things About Guys

Kate FridkisMarch 21, 2012 //
Awkward Guys Rule
Here are some reasons to love awkward dudes. Read More »
Random Turn-Ons
Random things that will definitely turn him on. Read More »
Dreamy Scientists
The 8 types of scientists we want to date and why. 9 Photos »

I am into some pretty standard stuff. I like a man with a gorgeous operatic baritone who is fluent in Swahili, makes a mean waffle, and drives a flashy new Prius. But I also have some atypical tastes, too. I think we all do. I’m sure there are random things that guys appreciate about me, too. Like all of the moles I have on my arms. Someone is definitely into that. I think. My husband. I hope. I’m pretty sure he is. The point is: We’re all sexy. All of us. And only when we acknowledge all that is sexy can we finally admit that just about everything is sexy. I think this admission will be better for the world. Here are eight unusual attributes that really catch my attention in a guy. Just to get the conversation started. Obviously, I expect you to share your random turn-ons as well. Keep reading »

10 Reasons Awkward Guys Are The Best

Kate FridkisMarch 7, 2012 //
Guys To Date
Here are 18 guys you should give a shot in 2012. Read More »
Friendship Turned Love
One writer talks about how she fell in love with her best friend. Read More »
Do Not Date These Guys
12 guys you shouldn't date in 2011. Read More »
Dating Good Guys
boyfriend photo
Not every woman wants to date an a-hole. Read More »

Smooth guys are overrated. And while not every awkward guy is amazing, as a group, they have my vote. I’m so confident about them, I married one. On our first date he stood in front of me, cradling a giant sunflower, and said, “I knew this was going to be awkward, so I’ve been practicing standing awkwardly in front of you.” He was perfect.

I listen as my friends tell me sad stories about the cool, cocky, fiery, loud guys they date. The guys they fight with other girls over. The guys who somehow always end up ghosting them, just when they’re starting to fall. The guys who play in bands or have a signature shoe style. The guys who are never awkward and would never, ever be played by Hugh Grant in a movie about their life. I bite my lip. I don’t want to be preachy. But really, inside, I’m dying to recommend they date someone, well, more awkward. After the jump, why they’re the best. Keep reading »

10 Reasons I’m Glad I’m Not A Perfect 10

Kate FridkisMarch 6, 2012 //
Small Boobs Rule!
10 reasons to love small boobies. Read More »
The Ugly Friend
How one writer stopped thinking of herself as the ugly friend in the group. Read More »
Things Women Can Do
18 things that most women are good at. But not this woman! Read More »
Brave Style
10 things this writer will wear when she's braver. Read More »

Being gorgeous sounds pretty great. It sounds like exactly what a woman might want to be. When you’re gorgeous, the world is supposedly your oyster. Whatever that means. More like, the world is your lobster, because people want to buy you expensive stuff. But is being incredibly hot really all that it’s cracked up to be? I think not! You look shocked. But read on. I will give you 10 solid reasons why I’m glad I’m not a perfect 10. Keep reading »

Girl Talk: The Ceremony

Kate FridkisFebruary 29, 2012 //
Be Kind
Eight ways to be kinder to yourself this year. Read More »
New Vs. Old Friends
The allure of new friendships over old ones. Read More »
Toxic Friendships
15 toxic friends you need to dump ASAP. Read More »

My friend Rachel suggested it. We planned it for Friday the 13th, mostly because that sounded like a special day.

“I could really use a ceremony. Do we get to dress up?” I asked, half-joking.

“Of course we do!”

The Ceremony we planned wasn’t affiliated with any religion or spirituality. It was anything we wanted it to be. The theme, we decided, would be “renewal.” 

When I was a kid, I had a great imagination. I loved the idea of magic. I saw it everywhere. Trees were magical. Pretty dresses were magical. It’d been a long time since I felt like anything was magical.So I was a little nervous when the day of The Ceremony rolled around. I am 25. My girlfriends and I don’t play dress up together. We talk about real world stuff. None of us wants to be a princess anymore. Or at least, no one would admit to it.

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Girl Talk: Inside Supermodel Brooklyn Decker’s Apartment

Kate FridkisFebruary 17, 2012 //
Small Boobs Rule!
10 reasons to love small boobies. Read More »
The Ugly Friend
How one writer stopped thinking of herself as the ugly friend in the group. Read More »
Brave Style
10 things this writer will wear when she's braver. Read More »

I was looking at an apartment in Brooklyn. It was, as usual, on the small side. One of the rooms was in the shape of a “Z,” so that there was really no possible way for a bed to fit. Which was too bad, because it was supposed to be a bedroom.

“There’s a big one for sale a couple floors down,” said the broker. “You wanna take a look, for fun?”

Well, of course I did! I spend at least 20 minutes a day on StreetEasy, staring greedily at NYC real estate I can’t afford. Keep reading »

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