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Summer is lovely

Summer is lovely

This is how my weekends usually go. This was a good one, but there was no socialization....

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5 Shy-Guy Pick-Up Moves

Just because a guy is shy, doesn't mean he's not interested. Behold, shy guy flirting moves.

Just because a guy is shy, doesn't mean he's not really cool. He just takes a minute or two to get warmed up. Check out the top few ways that a shy guy may try to peacock, flirt, open up a set or jukebox his way into your, um, heart.

Classic, Romantic Summer Reads

Classic, Romantic Summer Reads

Beach reading recommendations in every genre. Sand optional.

Vacations, in my world, are a time when rules do not apply, when you can have two scoops of ice cream for dessert every night – heck, when you can have dessert with breakfast. So in my world, I treat my brain to a vacation, too. I want ice cream for my brain. I want happy endings, laughter, sparkling plots, memorable characters, and blissfully good writing. Behold my "Guaranteed Brain Vacation Reading List" and give your brain a vacation summer with these can't miss, classic selections– books in various categories that have stood the test of time in their perfection for beachside, mountainside, poolside, or even commuting-and-wishing-for-vacation-side reading. Looking for a summer read in the category of: queen-of-good-vacation reading, eccentric-and-hilarious-family dramas, hot-blooded-men-and-warrior-women-seek-adventure-and-action novels, past-perfect-historical-romantic fiction, or better-ab-workouts-through-laughing books? Read on...!

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Beat The Boys At Bracketology!

Your fool-proof strategy to out-bracketing your man during March Madness 2009.

Ready to attack that bracket? YourTango asked ten women their methods of approaching the Madness. Though they might not all agree, each has a time-tested strategy. So, whether you're looking to conquer your company's office pool, gain bragging rights over your boyfriend, or win millions online, pick your favorite and get in the game.