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I love bearded men.
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All you "No shavers" are dumb. I'm shaving and stealing your women.
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Radio stations switching to Christmas music just makes my entire life better! Editor's note: Really? Two months to go, people. I mean, seriously...
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Is it the weekend yet? The Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Silver Dollar City are calling my name!
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I want Cheez-its.
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The new "see friendship" feature is so creepy.
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Excessive amounts of PDA in Anschutz when people are trying to study .kill me now
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You know it's has been a great Halloween party when the porch breaks.
I could spend hours online shopping for underwear.
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I love any holiday that gives me an excuse to eat candy.
Are people from Phoenix called Phoenicians?
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"Up to snuff." What does that even mean?
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I want to skip this class, but I have no good reason to. Still gonna
Never help your ex. Never loan her money for rent. Because you're not getting it
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Sounds like someone learned the hard way.
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I've gotten to the point in my college career where I can actually justify paying someone to do my homework for me. Ioh
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GO VOTETODAY
MARIAM SAIFAN
I'm not mad at you. I'm mad that I care.
I have blisters on the heels of my feet. Fail.
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As a female I don't understand why any woman would willingly participate in "No Shave November."
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CARTOON
SEXUALITY
Good information helps in proper use of condoms
More than 10 billion condoms were used worldwide in 2005.
If used correctly, condoms make sex safe 98 percent of the time. Typically, however, people make small mistakes or are negligent in storing and handling them, which reduces the guarantee. That's why it's so important to know how to use condoms properly (see 5.) 2. Where do they come from?
The first condoms are believed to have been used by Egyptians around 1000 BC. They were made out of linen sheets and were common until the 17th Century, when animal intestines were found to be more comfortable and safer. Goodyear introduced the rubber condom in the 19th Century, but Frederick Killian invented the now common latex condom in 1919.
3. Does one size fit all?
They are the most popular, most convenient and oldest contraceptives. Although (hopefully) almost everyone who is sexually active knows what a condom is and has used one, there are some things you might not know about this handy pleasure companion that fits into every pocket or purse. It's time to get some facts in:
1. How safe are condoms?
In general, yes. Although the common sizes are standard and XXL, every condom can stretch enough to be used if nothing else is available. But the right size condom is important for the comfort factor. Every brand has a different size and shape, and finding the right one is important for pleasure, so only trying out different types will get you to the perfect fit. 4. What's up with all the different kinds and flavors?
Let's Talk about Sex
If you visit a store to get condoms, you might have a hard time finding just that. There are too many choices next to the plain transparent ones: lubricated, flavored, ribbed, thin, extra thin, etc. They do not change the purpose of the condom, but they can make sex even a little more interesting.
BY CAROLINE BLEDOWSKI
cnwro@ucl.edu
Just a quick overview: If the vagina gets dry sometimes or you don't want a long foreplay, try the lubricated. If you use them for oral sex, try the flavored. If she wants more pleasure, try the ribbed (but you may need additional lubricant). If you have a bad sense of direction in the dark, try those that glow in the dark. It's up to you what makes a difference.
A lot. Make sure you have read the instructions on the package before you use them.
Because four percent of people are allergic to latex, there are other condoms that can be used, for example those made out of polyurethane or lambskin. For the
Also remember: Don't use after the expiration date. Don't carry condoms in your pockets or wallets too long. The friction of the material and a warm body can break the condom faster. Don't tear it when opening the package (be careful with nails and teeth!). Don't use it for a second run later. Don't leave it inside after the ejaculation. Don't get too close to the vagina without the condom on. Don't use two condoms at once, even if one is a female condom. They will tear easier instead of making it safer. Don't use oil-based lubricant. Don't use unapproved condoms (in the U.S.: FDA approval; in Europe; look for the CE mark; in other countries: look for an ISO approval).
5. What can you do wrong when using condoms?
food-conscious, there are vegan condoms (latex condoms contain lactic protein).
The main reason condoms fail to protect is incorrect or negligent use, so that extra care could save you a lot of trouble!
And if you're too shy or too likely to meet people when buying condoms, try ordering them online at condomania.com or another site and have them delivered to your door.
Bledowski is a graduate student from Cracow, Poland, in journalism.
GUEST COLUMN
Rally strikes a blow for sanity and reason
During his keynote address, Jon Stewart reminded the crowd that all Tea Partiers are not racists, all Muslims are not terrorists and that, "if everything is amplified, nothing can be heard." America has not had a traditionally radical political atmosphere, and in today's polarizing world it is important to remember that we are all still working towards the same goals, and that these goals cannot be achieved without compromise.
Last Saturday, Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert held the first-ever "Rally to Restore Sanity/ or Fear" on Washington D.C.S. National Mall. Billed as "a rally for those who have been too busy to go to rallies," the demonstration attracted hundreds of thousands of Americans from all over the country. Many more viewers tuned in online and on television.
Although unable to attend in person, this columnist went online to watch the rally. Jon Stewart pointed out early on that, "It does not matter what we say or do today. It matters what is reported about what we said and did today." Hopefully I can do it justice.
Mark Zuckerberg. Public figures and media outlets were depicted as the source of unnecessary angst in America, which needs to be countered by citizens.
On the eve of a polarizing Election Day, it was inspiring to watch the dueling comedic pundits promote reasonableness in the news and the country as a whole. Jon Stewart stayed true to what he posited as his "motto" leading up to the event, "Take it down a notch, America," while Colbert, appearing in character, provided a humorous counterweight to Stewart's message.
The pair also reminded their audience to retain sanity in their own daily lives. Jon Stewart awarded "Medals of Reasonableness" to people such as Armando Galarraga, who was robbed of a perfect game last baseball season by a bad call but did not get angry, instead shaking the umpire's hand and explaining that "nobody is perfect." These awards demonstrated that regular Americans can promote sanity in simple ways on a day to day basis.
Colbert awarded honorary "Medals of Fear" to news stations who refused to cover the event for fear of appearing politically biased, including ABC, CBS and "especially NPR." The joke was in fact on these stations, as the rally turned out to be more musical than it was political. The Medal of Fear was accepted, on behalf of the news stations by a 7-year-old girl, who Colbert made a point of saying is far more courageous than NPR. Medals of Fear were also awarded to "Anderson Cooper's tight black t-shirt" and
We can all benefit by remembering Jon Stewart's reasonable words, "we live now in hard times, not end times," and retaining perspective on our lives and surroundings. Perhaps then we will be a little bit closer to sanity, for, after all, there is no substitute for sanity.
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