7 Tips on Playing Borderlands and 7 Types of People I Hate …

Top 7 Gifts for Men Who Are Hard to Buy For … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 12:07 PM PST Guys are hard to buy for. I don’t have a husband, but I have a hard enough time picking something perfect for my dad and my father-in-law to-be. They never just come out and say what they want! So, usually, they kind of have to fake that they like whatever I have gotten them. Now, the following top 7 gifts for men who are hard to buy for are a little generic, but since every guy is different, hopefully they’ll work as a jumping off point. 1. Tools http://s3prod.weheartit.netdna-cdn.com/images/3610711/tumblr_l7wcp2FdxB1qclkxzo1_500_large.jpg?1283056518 Every guy needs tools, right? If you live with him, you know best what he needs. If you’re trying to buy for your dad, you can start by asking your mom what she wants done around the house, and then make sure your dad has the tools to do it. Win/win situation: he has shiny new toys, she gets that loose cabinet fixed! 2. Video Games http://s3prod.weheartit.netdna-cdn.com/images/5644787/tumblr_ldoymcF0hN1qdge7lo1_500_large.jpg?1292795738 My dad loves video games, so I always know I can fall back on that. This won’t be the case with every guy, of course, but when the guy you’re buying for likes to play games, you’re all good. Now, you have to know exactly what the guy has already, and it helps to know what he wants and what kinds of games he likes to play. Failing that, grab him a gift card (more on that in a minute). 3. Coupon Book http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3388/3228292807_68b665e19f.jpg This will work better for husbands and boyfriends, depending on the kinds of coupons you make. Oh yeah. It might seem a little chintzy, but it’s actually really thoughtful to put together a coupon book of things your guy may want or need. For dads, you can make coupons for things like mowing the lawn, shoveling the driveway, getting his car washed, or taking him out to dinner. For boyfriends and husbands … well, you don’t need to be so G-rated!

7 Tips on Playing Borderlands … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 10:50 AM PST If you're looking for a new first-person shooter game to take a crack at, try Borderlands. The graphics remind me a lot of comic book sketches. It's a very creative piece of work and a rather difficult game to play. I always like a good challenge though! Here are 7 tips on playing Borderlands if you get the chance or have recently looked into purchasing this excellent game. 7. Level Up With Side Missions There is always the main quest to complete, but a number of side missions pop up all the time too. Accept and complete these missions to claim rewards, achievements, and experience. As you know by now, experience helps you to level up. The more experience you get, the quicker you level up. 6. Collecting Rare Items Secret chests can be found within the game in various locations. Look for these chests to collect rare items. The Eridian Pormontory and Rust Commons West are two areas where these secretive chests can be located. In the Eridian Promontory, go along the right side of the map until you come to an invisible wall. Jump around a bit and the chest will be in front of you. As for the Rust Commons West, climb over some rocks and look in the top left hand corner. 5. Complete Challenges One example of such a challenge is known as the 12 Days of Pandora. This challenge has a lot of requirements that must be met before it can be completed. It will depend on which system you are using as to what you get upon completion. For instance, Playstation 3 gives the player a bronze trophy and Xbox 360 gives 30 gamerscore. Master the technology of Pandora and get the 12 Days of Pandora achievement to give yourself a good boost.

7 Types of People I Hate … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 10:01 AM PST As I grow up (read: grow old), I start noticing more and more negative traits in people. Enough to make me wonder… Am I becoming meaner and more intolerant? Or, I'm actually becoming wiser and less subjectable? That's why I've decided to make a list of things I hate in people, hoping you could give me an honest answer. Here are the types of people I used to tolerate before and hate now: 1. "It's all about me" "Me, me, me! Everything is always about me and, if you happened to be a part of my solar system, you'll just have to work on your rotation." You can be friends with this attention junkie, but have in mind that this friendship will last only if you are ready to listen and listen only. This person will keep you as a pet in times of boredom and then disappear for a few days or even weeks when things start to get interesting somewhere else. This egomaniac will point out that you two are the best of friends and act jealous if you, God forbid, start replacing him with a more suitable friendship candidate. How to get rid of this pain in the bum? Adopt a positive, "personal-success-story" attitude and use every chance to say how happy or successful you are at this moment. 2. "Victim of life" A true masochist that actually enjoys being miserable! This person spreads negative energy, complains about every single thing and uses its "hard life" to justify his/her behavior, decisions and actions. Don't expect a pat on the back if you, by any chance, get a promotion, find love or decide to get married! In fact, be prepared to feel bad for your newfound happiness! This type of a person will insist on the fact that you're "so lucky" and that "it's easy for you" because you are "beautiful/rich/popular/smart/whatever fits". You see, everything good that has ever happened to you has nothing do to with your hard work, devotion, honesty – it's pure luck! He/she has never had the chance to experience such thing so you should actually feel bad for having the guts to mention anything about your happiness!

7 Reasons Never to Date Your Professor … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 10:01 AM PST Have you ever had a crush on a teacher or college professor? Oh, I did. He was my adviser, he wasn’t all that great looking, but he was so smart and witty and oh, man, I just loved him. Never, ever did anything but rumor had it that my dear Dr. Scanlon did have a tendency to go out with students. Not the greatest idea, right? In fact, here are 7 reasons never to date your professor! 1. Shhh … It’s a Secret Dating a college professor is hard because it typically has to stay a secret. He or she may be married or in a relationship, for instance, and there are scores of other reasons why this kind of information shouldn’t be made public. At first, having a secret affair might seem thrilling and romantic, but the first time you have to do something special without your professor or seem him or her with someone else, it will get really hard. 2. Lack of Concentration Speaking from experience, it’s hard enough to concentrate in class when you don’t have a relationship with your professor. When you do, I can only imagine that it’s impossible to stay focused. It will probably be awkward for both of you, and can really start to affect your schoolwork and grades. 3. The Grade Conundrum Speaking of which, won’t you wonder if you pass your professor’s class(es) because you’re dating him or her? Worse, if anyone else every finds out, they will probably wonder about that as well. Even if it’s not true, the stigma will probably stay attached to you.

8 Beautiful Tiffany Accessories … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 09:58 AM PST Simply put, there's nothing in the entire Tiffany and Co. lineup I wouldn't love to have. Their jewelry is gorgeous, but I'm also in love with their accessories, their handbags, sunglasses, and more. Here are 8 beautiful Tiffany accessories, all available online and in store now. 1. Tiffany Bracelet Bag Price: $795 at tiffany.com This gorgeous satin bag is available in eight lush colors, but my favorite is Camel, a pale gold that co-ordinates perfectly with the 24k gold-plated brass bracelet and kiss-lock hardware. Inside, there's a pocket for keeping necessities at hand, and a Tiffany Blue® lining. 2. Tiffany Camille Clutch Price: $1,195 at tiffany.com This Italian-made, Austrian crystal detailed flat clutch is sleek and elegant, with a detachable chain, Tiffany Blue® lining, and two interior pockets. The inside and outside are both soft satin, and the hardware is shining palladium-plated brass. 3. Tiffany Passport Cover Price: $145 at tiffany.com If you're a world traveler, or just dream of being one, indulge in this gorgeous patent leather passport cover, done in bright Tiffany Blue® with a tiny silver accent in one corner. It measures 5½ by 4 inches, ideal for holding your passport and a travel memento or two.

7 Fun Board Games to Play … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 09:51 AM PST Apart from video games, I also like playing board games from time to time. I believe board games are a great way to spend time with the family. My little girl and I enjoy playing board games together. However, at times, there are so many to choose from, so it becomes hard which one to choose from. Below, I am going to give you a list of some of my favorite board games to play. Prepare yourself for my 7 fun board games to play … 7. Candyland Photo Credit: Peggy Dembicer I remember playing Candyland when I was a little one. This is definitely a fun game that every little girl should take part in. When I had a little girl, I couldn't wait for her to get out of the baby stage to play Candyland. In fact, I remember playing it with her when she was a baby, but I am sure she does not remember that one. 6. Mouse Trap Photo Credit: unloveablesteve Oh yes, you have to love Mouse Trap. Did you know this game was first published in 1963? That is a pretty old game, but it is still a favorite of many. 5. Scrabble Photo Credit: franklymandee Yes, I remember playing this game with my parents as I was growing up. I have always had a good taste for words. However, I never won the game.

8 Video Game Characters I Adore … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 08:40 AM PST I love playing video games that are part of a series, mostly because I tend to get attached to certain characters. My favorites are often from role playing games, but some are platforms — it's all about the character development! Here are 8 video game characters I adore… 1. Yuna from FFX and FFX-II http://sliky.ublog.com/photos/uncategorized/yuna_dans_ffx.jpg Yuna is gentle, kind, tough and determined. She's also gorgeous, and incredibly smart. Is it any wonder she tops my list of favorite video game characters? I love the way she develops throughout both games, and I always thought the "perfect" ending of the second game was the best — she doesn't need a man, not even Tidus! I love most of the characters from the entire Final Fantasy series, but Yuna is my favorite. Of course, there's Lulu, Fran, Aeris… 2. Farmville sheep http://bloginvesto.ru/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/igra-farmville-populyarney-twitter1.jpg Okay, I know these sheep aren't actual playable characters, but they're so freakin' cute! There are little sheep for everything, every season, holiday, and theme you can think of, and I collect them all. My favorite is probably the miner sheep or the grape sheep. Eek! So cute! 3. Lara Croft http://i42.beon.ru/45/77/197745/31/8445931/2b62dc4fd8d0.jpeg She's the ultimate bad-ass, a combination of Indiana Jones and James Bond, only even better — she's a girl! There's no puzzle, obstacle, or bad guy she can't get past. And I'm thrilled that Crystal has finally re-made Lara… I can't wait to play the new game!

7 Ways to Regain Trust in a Relationship … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 06:52 AM PST Things can happen in a good relationship and turn it bad. If you want to stay together, then you need to find some ways to regain trust in a relationship. In a relationship, trust is an important thing to have – it's merely impossible to be in a healthy relationship, without the trust being there. Sometimes, in a relationship, something happens and sometimes, it is not intentional. People make mistakes from time to time. I know, it's easier said than done, but it is possible. Below, I am going to give you 7 ways to regain trust in a relationship. 7. Tell Them You're Sorry Of course, you need to tell them that you are sorry (if you did something wrong). Don't say "I'm sorry," just to say it. This is something that you should actually mean. 6. Time and Patience I always say that time heals things. So, if you are trying to regain trust in a relationship, just give it some time and have some patience. 5. Take Responsibility If you have done something wrong, then you need to take responsibility for it. You cannot sit there and point fingers in someone else's direction – you will only be lying to yourself.

7 Things You Should Not Forgive and Forget … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 06:50 AM PST I strongly believe some things are just too big for the ol' "let's kiss and make up" strategy. Now, that probably makes me mean and very persistent at holding a grudge but that's just the way it is. People are not very generous when it comes to paying respect so, if respect is what you want, you have to draw a line somewhere. So, here's what I think you should not forgive and forget so easily… 1. A "backstab" Once a backstabber – always a backstabber! Now, I know what you're going to say, "If somebody makes a mistake, it's only fair to forgive." Well, in my book, this just doesn't apply on backstabbers. I actually have a personal story to share but I'm afraid you've gotten pretty bored with my stories so I'm just going to pass on that one and tell you this – if one was mean enough and actually managed to let its selfish reasons rank higher than YOU, that will repeat in the future. And, next time, it might be much more in stake. 2. Stealth Some people steal for fun, some do it because they feel the need to and some are just plain rude, doing it, not because they are sick, obsessed or in need for money, but because they are greedy! So, if you let a person into your home and realize that visit has left you with something more than just a couple of hours of your time missing, don't be shy to make it public. I knew this girl that used to "steal" all kinds of stuff from me – nice hairclips, accessories… she would just ask is she could borrow them for the evening and then completely "forget" to return the pieces she borrowed. Hell, she even had the guts show up wearing them afterwards! Well, it all had to come to an end at some point and, since I'm a pretty shy one, it took me quite a while to speak up. So, what was that final drop that made my fury run the glass over? She was eyeballing my new expensive eye shadow palette, asked if she could see it and then casually placed it in her bag when she thought I wasn't looking! That really pissed me off and I just had to "remind" her that's my makeup she'd just stuffed in her bag! Now, what you need to do is learn from my mistakes and bring these things up before they become serious.

8 Tips on Quitting your Job Gracefully … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 01:37 AM PST Everything in life has a positive and a negative side to it. When it comes to resigning from a job, some methods for doing this are considered a bit classier than others. Here are 8 tips on quitting your job gracefully. With the shortage of jobs in today’s market, I hope you aren’t thinking about resigning anytime soon. However, if you are, then maybe some of these tips will be helpful. 8. Write a resignation letter Putting your resignation in writing adds a bit more formality to the situation. It makes you seem much more professional too. The letter will allow you to clearly state why you are resigning. You can plan out what to say instead of simply blurting things out and having it come out completely wrong. The resignation letter will also be proof that you resigned and weren’t fired. It’s documentation that you will always have. 7. Leave before your situation turns ugly I can’t think of anyone who prefers to be remembered in a negative manner. Resigning early in the game will allow you to save face. You can leave your job with friends still on your side and hopefully with little regret. If you wait until things get so bad that you can’t wait to get out of there, you might end up making a mistake that you regret later on. Get out while the gettin’s good! 6. Be polite No matter what happens; be polite. This will make you out to be the good guy, while everyone else is losing it. Hopefully your resignation doesn’t turn ugly and involve a lot of rudeness. However, if things go awry, then be as polite as possible to all those who you interact with. I know it’s hard to try and talk nicely to someone who’s being mean, but do your best. Witnesses who view the situation will have nothing but nice things to say about the way you handled yourself.

8 Funny Body Language Signs … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 12:47 AM PST Good comedians must do more than tell a funny joke. Sure, what they say must be funny, but a really good cut up will use exaggerated body languages to bring the laughter to a hysterical level. Maybe you are not a comedian, but you like a good joke? Better yet, do you like to be the center of attention, drawing the crowd around you to tears with your funny stories? Well, keep reading to find out the best body language gestures to add to your joke telling must haves… 1. Your eyes say it all… The first thing to remember is that your friends will be looking you right in the eye. Well, for the most part. So you will want to keep your eyes really aggressive. When appropriate, open your eyes up, huge as saucers. Also, you can raise your eyebrows, like you are super shocked. 2. Eye tricks Another movement with your eyes that lends itself to laughter is rolling your eyes. You know, like, " Yea, right. Like I am supposed to believe that?" Remember to be exaggerated. 3. Peek around The last eye movement I would recommend is looking out the side of your eye. This movement is great to use when you are telling a part where you are trying to be sly, or peeking while acting unobtrusive.

7 Things You Shouldn’t Hide … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 12:11 AM PST Honesty, in my book, is the best policy. There are some things that are better off kept to yourself, but then, there are some things that you should avoid hiding. I am going to tell you 7 things you shouldn't hide from your boyfriend, girlfriend or spouse. Now, before I start, some of you may not agree with me on these things, but again, this all depends on the individual and the situation … 7. That You're Pregnant In my opinion, if you are a girl and you are pregnant, you should not hide it. You should not go and get an abortion without telling the father of the child. The father deserves to know that you are pregnant. I know that some things in life are hard to do and this is one of them, but this is not something you should hide. The two of you did the deed, now he needs to be there to help you out. 6. That You Have an STD Before you sleep with someone, you need to let them know that you have an STD. Did you know that in some states, when you have sex with someone without telling them you have HIV, it is a criminal offence? Here is a site for you: avert.org 5. Your Feelings You should not keep those feelings closed up inside of you. You should feel free to talk to the one you are with. Those feelings are certainly not someone to hide. You should trust the one you are with.

8 Ways To Revamp Old Furniture … Posted: 15 Jan 2011 12:06 AM PST When I first moved in to my flat it was unfurnished, but there wasn't much spare cash left after the costs of moving! So most of my furniture has been reclaimed from the streets. Some items just needed cleaning, others were in need of revamping. If you have some old furniture that could do with revamping, here are some suggestions to make them look as good as new, or change the 'look' of the piece. 1. Paint Paint need not cost very much, and the beauty of it is that you can let your imagination free. Be as bold or as creative as you want. Paint random patterns, favourite quotes or whatever image you want. Just don't do what I did and layer the paint on too thick! 2. Decorate I've got a plain table that I would like to customise and make more individual. So I;m collecting the free postcards that are given away as advertising, and when I've got enough am going to glue them to the table top. If you want to do something similar, using magazine pictures for example, play around with the layout until you're happy with the result. 3. Change Of Use Some pieces of furniture aren't really versatile – it's hard to think of another use for an armchair, for example. Others can be adapted with a bit of imagination. For example, I use a small bookshelf as a phone table and storage unit, while I've heard of old wooden doors being converted into tables.