There are times in life when things go so bad that you or someone you know just wants to hide under a rock and not be seen by another living creature for the next century or so. Times like when a friend feels so down that even soothing words have stopped having any meaning at all, when days go by in a dreary gray of routine and living has just become a mindless process of shuffling one foot ahead of the other one to move (if you can manage standing up in the first place). As much as possible, we don’t want anyone we love or care for to undergo this kind of pain and suffering in their lives, but it can be said that these things are inevitable aspects of existence.

Separating from a lover, losing valuable property, losing a job, a serious accident, or the death of a loved one can profoundly depress a person. These are some of the things that can make someone lose all interest in life and may even change his or her behavior which in turn will affect his or her relationships with other people. In daily usage, “depression” is usually taken to mean as a temporary downturn in mood because of petty reasons, such as the failure of a boyfriend to answer calls. However, clinical depression is a serious psychiatric disorder that needs medical attention. It can affect the afflicted person’s life in all aspects since a clinically depressed patient loses all interest in enjoying normally fulfilling activities due to a pervasive low mood. In worst cases, the patient can go as far as committing suicide to end the misery.

We don’t want this to happen to our friends. Whether their depression is trivial or severe, we need to give them all the love and attention they need in order to cope with their problems in life. This takes a lot of effort, but if we truly care for our friends, we will not dismiss them as “just another emo” (emo being the degrading term for oftentimes sensitive people who tend to feel bad about trivial things). Besides medical attention (in case the depression is severe), we need to give them our time and support them through—as the cliché goes—-thick and thin.

How do you do it? First of all, when you notice that a friend is feeling down, don’t wait for him or her to approach you about the problem. Go on ask about it. Your friend will definitely appreciate your concern. Afterwards, spend time with your friend and help solve the problem. Give encouraging presents such as cards, letters, and of course—flowers! Giving some flowers wouldn’t hurt especially if your friend happens to be bedridden or if he or she just lost a loved one to death. Flowers can surely cheer anyone up, since the act is so thoughtful and caring. It just shows the depth of your concern for any depressed person in dire need of it. Have the flowers delivered straight to your friend’s doorstep by the courier or deliver them yourself for an extra personal touch. Delivery is usually fast and efficient so you don’t have to wait long for them to arrive.

Fresh flowers for a depressed friend can really do wonders. Try it today and watch your friend’s face brighten up!



By: Timothy Spencer

About the Author:

Emo

If you have heard your child discussing fashion games with her friends or come up behind her while she is playing one of the many dressup games online, you might be a bit confused as to what is happening on the screen. Dressup games are simple concept, but there is also tremendous depth to how the games can be used. Playing the games is increasingly popular with school age girls, but girls of all ages can enjoy the games, especially if they love fashion.

Finding the Right Dressup Games

The first step to playing the games is finding the right ones. There are millions of websites that have these games online, so narrowing down the sites you want to use can be hard. Even more challenging is narrowing down the sort of game you want to play once you have actually picked a site to play it on. There are games of all kinds.

You can play basic fashion games with generic dolls, or you can play period games with old fashioned clothing. You might play games with fantasy dolls such as elves, mermaids and fairies. Celebrities games are a popular choice and you can have a really good time pulling together goth and emo clothing styles on the dolls. The best solution, however, to the sheer number of options is to plan on playing many games over a stretch of time and to simply pick the one that sounds best right at the moment.

Playing Dressup Games

Once you have a game in mind, select the doll base you like and get started. You will likely have the option of hair color and eye color on the doll. Put a bit of make up on your doll and then choose a good hairstyle for your creation. Be warned in advance that you will likely change your mind about any of these aspects as you pull the rest of the outfit together.

Once you have the basics you get to start the truly fun part of pulling the doll together. Start by thinking about the story behind your doll. You would want to create a doll that has some sort of basis in fantasy and creativity. Then pick clothing to match that style. For example, if you’re going to be designing a princess, you will want to think about what the princess might be doing and what she’d need to wear to make that happen. A princess kissing a frog will be dressed very differently than a princess attending the royal ball after all. Play around with the fashion options and do not feel like you have to use all of the options at once. Create a doll, save her, print her and then start another one until your creative desires are satisfied for the moment.

Sharing in Dressup Games

One of the most enjoyable parts of dress up games is the sharing. Be sure you plan to email your creation to a friend, post her on a blog, use her as an avatar or submit her to a contest at least once. Sharing and getting feedback on the dolls you create is one of the best parts of the experience and certainly not something you would want to miss out on.



By: Erin Petersson

About the Author:

Emo Girl

Everyone needs a change now and again, especially when it comes to personal aesthetics. When the itch to experiment arises, there are many ways to achieve a new and exciting look. One way is through dramatic change in our hair style or clothing. Another way to do this is via the use of colored or novelty contact lenses.

For those who are feeling a bit adventurous but may not want to walk too far on the wild side, they may simply go with a different eye color. Individuals who wish to boldly go forth with something outrageous and daring, may find that cat’s eye, black and white or spiral lenses are the remedy.

People who look for interesting and unusual contacts don’t merely have to do so to make a unique fashion statement, such lenses can also be used for costumes, plays or any needful occasion. Problem is, when people attempt to locate these fanciful lenses they are often at a loss of where to go.

Below is a listing of some of the more common areas where one can locate odd ball contacts that will offset a wonderful costume or complete a fantastic new look.

Online retailers

The largest inventory of unusual contact lenses would of course be on the Internet. This is because merchants that sell these eye accessories can hawk their wares from anywhere on the globe. In the end, you’ll have literally hundred of companies to choose from when you decide to look for insane looking contact lenses.

Just be wary when purchasing anything outside of the US, especially if the item is something you plan to place on a delicate area of your body like your eye. The United States has stringent rules about company conduct and consumer safety but other nations may not have such rules in place. Also, should something go terribly wrong, like an infection that costs you your sight, you may not have legal recourse.

If you do wish to purchase a pair of outrageous contacts from overseas, be sure to investigate those countries policies in regards to business accountability and liability.

Costume and novelty stores, Specialty shops that sell theater or Halloween costumes could carry several lines of contact lens in a variety of styles. Before visiting the store you have in mind, try calling them to see if they have what you are looking for. Even if they do not, they may be able to refer you to a company or two that does.

Counterculture hot spots, Goths and Emo subcultures are into avante garde and underground fashions. If you go to where such creatures hang out, you are bound to see one or two them sporting wonderfully decadent eyewear. If you feel so bold, you can go up to the person and ask where they procured their lenses.

If you are feeling bit sheepish about approaching a perfect stranger and asking such a question, all you have to do is find out where Goths and Emo type personalities shop. Most of these stores carry accessories like creature or special effects contacts for a small fee. There may even be wigs and other items that can really cement the look you are going for.

Pre Eye Exam

Before you stick anything in your eye however, get an eye exam to make sure it will be okay to do so. Just because the contacts will be used for cosmetic purposes doesn’t mitigate the potential dangers to your vision should you put them in wrong (or leave them in overnight). When you receive the go ahead, feel free to hunt for the contact lenses you desire most.

Picking one or several pairs will not only open up a new door to your creativity, it will allow you to explore a side of your personality that has lain dormant and will now get a chance to come out and play.



By: Amy Nutt

About the Author:

Emo Girl

Worried about the cost of living, the looming debt that would follow their studies at university and desperate to save up money to cushion their fall, two students decided to found their own clothing alternative company called My Little Halo.

They started out just making one-off gothic and punk style clothing pieces in random sizes and selling them over Myspace and taking custom orders where they were requested and soon enough one of the students decided their studies would have to take priority and so moved on to other things. The remaining student eventually decided that although they founded the company in order to fund university, they had put so much into the company and made it their entire world to the extent that university was no longer the right path for them. After a long struggle involving many sacrifices and having to learn many many new skills, they have now turned My Little Halo into a successful web based clothing company.

My Little Halo offer a unique collection of dresses, summer dresses and corset dresses, punky mini skirts with lace up detail in various colours and prints including zebra print, skulls print and star print and a wide range of corsets, basques, bustiers and corset tops in great fabrics and prints including sexy PVC, leatherette, cupcakes print, music print and loads more. Plus gothic long sleeved tops and t shirts, unique corset belts (which are also available in all sorts of colours and style) and sexy tie up halter neck bikini tops. On the website alongside the My Little Halo own range, you’ll find a great selection of all over printed emo and scene hoodies, plus loads of matching accessories, such as bracelets, bangles, leather belts, hair bows and clips and earrings!

Website:http://www.mylittlehalo.co.uk



By: Emily Horner

About the Author:

Emo Hairstyles