"Sex and the City" Movie Spoiler

Well folks! Just found this on Yahoo! So I might as well share it here..

Watch the spoiler of the movie "Sex and the City" starring Sarah Jessica Parker. Enjoy it...

Carrie gets carried away with her wedding planning, but does she make it to the altar? See what happens ...

Source: Yahoo!

Learning to Say 'I love You'

Learn to Be Nice to Your Wife, or Pay the Price

Japan's Salarymen, With Pensions At Stake, Work on Their Marriages

By Blaine Harden
Washington Post Foreign Service
Monday, November 26, 2007; Page A01

FUKUOKA, Japan -- Salarymen -- the black-suited corporate warriors who work long hours, spend long evenings drinking with cronies and stumble home late to long-suffering wives -- have danger waiting for them as they near retirement.

Divorce. A change in Japanese law this year allows a wife who is filing for divorce to claim as much as half her husband's company pension. When the new law went into effect in April, divorce filings across Japan spiked 6.1 percent. Many more split-ups are in the pipeline, marriage counselors predict. They say wives -- hearts gone cold after decades of marital neglect -- are using calculators to ponder pension tables, the new law and the big D.

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Learn to Be Nice to Your Wife, or Pay the Price - Washington Post.


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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/video/2007/11/21/VI2007112101814.html

Women Love the Communicators

Women love guys who are great communicators.

And since women are attracted to the communicators, just what is it that will make you an effective communicator? And how do you transform yourself into an great communicator who women want to be around?

I think solid communication is when you can convey to others that their issues won't affect you. And that even though you accept and respect them as a person, you will have no part of what they're involved in.

But to do so, you first have to develop a good sense of awareness and stock of your own issues...

... and how THEY affect women.

For I think it's impossible to deal with other women's issues -- if you haven't first resolved those same issues within yourself.

That's why you're about to learn what the major issues are that stop you from being a great communicator. You'll learn why these issues show up in your conversations and interactions, and how to handle them.

Stop Apologizing for Your Behavior

Guys make excuses for how they act and apologize for who they are because they fear not being accepted or they don't want to be disapproved of. But really, they're then leaving their sense of adequacy up to other women's opinions.

Fearing not being accepted by others, especially by women, is really just a symptom of not accepting yourself.

So when you apologize to women by explaining why you act the way to do or by making excuses for how you act, you're trying buy their approval rather than accepting yourself and defining your own Identity...

... and then letting THEM decide about you for themselves.

Like buying flowers, apologizing is a method of trying to buy approval.

But women are always attracted to grounded men; men who have strong identities, and who don't apologize for their behavior -- even when women criticize them because these men refuse to bend to women's agendas, as we see time and time again with jerks.

Women go for jerks because, even though jerks may have issues, they refuse to feel guilty or let women shame them for being who they are.

Part of becoming a great communicator women find attractive is to stop apologizing for who you are or how you act today. But instead, being aware of yourself and the effect you have... and, yes, resolving to LET others have the freedom to disapprove of you -- without you taking it personally.

Oddly enough , that's when you'll get the most approval!

Stop Discussing Personal Problems

Guys talk about their personal problems because they want sympathy. They want to avoid taking responsibility for themselves, so they blame others or circumstances for their problems.

What they really want is to try to convince you how difficult their lot in life has been, so you can back them up in justifying their guilt for refusing to make changes to themselves of their lives.

This is irresponsible. And, I think, there's a part of all of us that wants to be dependent on outside forces, though it's unhealthy.

So if you bring your 'woe is me' stories to women, you're trying to give women responsibility over your life. And in an inadvert way, you're looking to be mothered by them.

That's part of the Spine Donor Syndrome. It seems Nice Guys unconsciously look to replace their mother in their love interests or girlfriends.

But women are attracted to guys who take responsibility for themselves.

Why?

Because they know that this kind of guy doesn't want to get together with them to fill an emptiness in himself.

So stop discussing your personal problems, and also, refuse to accept women from bringing you their personal problems and trying to win your sympathy.

Stop Discussing Other People

Guys complain about other people because THEY have an issue with that person, yet they refuse to confront that person or the issue itself. And instead, they vent or gossip in frustration, only to feed that anger or resentment.

Like discussing personal problems, complaining about how other people treat you is irresponsible. It communicates you're incapable of handling yourself.

When you discuss other people with women, especially to vent or stick your nose in their business by gossiping, it tells a woman you have hidden resentments.

It says you lack self-control.

But women are attracted to men who are stable and in control of their emotions. For if you're expressing resentment at others, there's a good chance that resentment will carry over to her eventually.

Who wants to be the target of blame for someone else's issue?

Nobody. It's burdensome.

So stop discussing other people or putting your nose in other people's business by gossiping about them. In other words, learning how to master your emotions, which prepares you for great communication.

Who is an Effective Communicator?

What will make you an effective communicator?

Really, it's about controlling your own thoughts. In other words, knowing what kind of thoughts you want to encourage, and what kind of thoughts you want to prevent.

Then taking those positive and focused directions into all your interactions and conversations.

When you know that apologizing for yourself is just setting yourself up for other people to have power over you, you stop doing it. And if you're for other women's freedom, you refuse to let them apologize to you for their behavior -- because that means you don't accept them as they are.

When you know that discussing personal problems causes most people to give you pity or sympathy, which actually discourages you, you stop doing it. And again, if you're for other women's happiness, you refuse to listen to other their sob stories.

And when you realize that gossiping or discussing other people excuses you from learning how to deal with other people's behavior, you stop doing it. And yet again, you also refuse to accept women from gossiping because otherwise you'll be welcoming their irresponsibility.

It's true, some women will get mildly upset at you for not going into the realm of irresponsibility with them -- because they're attached to it.

But that's their issue. Not yours. Remember that.

Remember also that women are attracted to effective communicators, even when they may get upset in the moment. They'll come back later, when they've realized how ridiculous they were acting. Becoming an effective communicator will do more for you than any pick-up techniques or tricks you come across.

Why?

Because you're being an authentic man with true inner strength and direction.

Become a Cool Guy with Women

Article © 2007, Jay Julio

Is It Possible to Run Your Car on Water?

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Happy New Year 2008!

Happy New Year 2008 to All!!!!

Surviving as a Single

By Lena Katz

It's the nightmare scenario that Bridget Jones' Diary was built on: A dozen happy couples and one solitary singleton.

Luckily, though, you're not Bridget Jones -- and you can deal with this scene, no problem.

That said, it's not easy to be the only solo flier in a situation where everyone else is paired off. So we've collected tips to help you relax, glory in your singleness and maximize any of these so-called "awkward" travel situations for your own benefit.

Single in a Couples' Paradise

Even if you're marooned on an entire island full of honeymooners (a situation I found myself in recently), you can still have a romantic, quality time. With yourself. After all, as they say in the self-help handbooks, loving yourself is the most important thing.

Capitalize on off-peak times . Unless you have a heart of stone, it's slightly depressing to be surrounded by loving couples watching the sunset together. So... skip the sunset. Or go early enough so you can score a prime table, just for yourself. Get up early and watch the sunrise. Go to the gym while everyone else is still snoozing.

Make friends with the bartenders and the concierge . Not only are they fixtures at the hotel, they also are looped in on all local events. Also, other resort guests are dropping in and out of the bars, so maybe you'll find a couple of kindred spirits. Or get the bartender to tell you what the locals are up to that night. There's always something.

"At some of these Caribbean islands, a certain place can be quiet all week and then one night, turn into a total party," says Nina Zapala, PR Travel Consultant at Fareed & Zapala Marketing. She mentions Friday nights at True Blue Bay in Grenada. Normally this area is posh, discreet and residential. But once a week on Fridays, it turns into a local block party.

Get happy . Unlike metropolitan bars, where Happy Hour crowds tend to be mostly local business people converging for a few after-work drinks, resort Happy Hours tend to draw an across-the-board assortment of guests who share one common goal: getting tipsy on the cheap before heading out for a night of indulgence.

"Anyone who shows up is usually in the mood to mingle and meet other people -- and the vibe is almost always casual," says Zapala.

Maximize your singleness . Once you put self-consciousness and self-pity aside, you'll realize that romantic resorts offer endless opportunity for self-indulgence. You can do whatever the heck you want and no one's going to whine at you. Turn your iPod up to top volume, buy all the magazines you never get a chance to read at home... go snorkeling or kayaking or just take a long nap. Drink wine in the bathtub. Order room service. Be completely self-centered.

Family Events

The reunion. The holiday dinner. The anniversary party. Nothing puts the pressure on a single more than family get-togethers. A few rules to get you through the second-cousin juggernaut.

Don't Feel Guilty . There's something about the well-meaning but relentless interrogation methods of older relatives that can make even a seasoned single feel like an errant child. But remember: It is not the 16th century. You are in no way obligated to Aunt Rose, Uncle Pete or dear old granddad to shack up and produce a few more heirs for the sake of the family. Live your life the way you want, and make no excuses.

Smile for the Camera . If you just split up with someone last week or had your newly minted girlfriend bail on you at the last second, there's no reason for the whole world to see your pain --or record it for posterity in a family portrait. And you certainly don't want them questioning you about it during the next get-together. So put your troubles aside, slap on an ear-to-ear grin, and pretend you're having the time of your life. It may manifest in reality -- and if not, the cameras will never record the difference.

Less Is More . Under the constant beady-eyed scrutiny of relatives, you might feel the urge to dish inconsequential, premature or private details about your personal life: the fledgling romance you just began last week, the rocky on-and-off relationship that's driving you to drink, your temporary desire to enter the priesthood and swear off lunatic women altogether.

You know what? Keep it to yourself. Your relatives won't appreciate the finer points of your situation. They're going to hear SCANDAL -- and they're going to quiz you on it six months from now, which you will hate. So when the questions start, just smile noncommittally, say "I've been really busy with other stuff right now," and let the focus switch to something less personal.

Single At the Wedding

We originally thought this was the most potentially painful situation, but former femme fatale and unlikely wedding-mag writer Charyn Pfeuffer showed us a whole new perspective.

Single + Wedding = No-Strings-Attached Fun. "It's very easy to get caught up in the throes of l-o-v-e, celebration and togetherness when you're at a wedding," says Pfeuffer. Plus, she adds, "Everyone is there to have fun, and if your idea of fun involves a little below-the-belt action, it's the perfect place to indulge... as long as you're behind hotel room doors." She recommends scouting your potential playmate at the rehearsal dinner, laying the foundation early on, and "going in for the kill" at the reception.

Doll It Up . Ladies! Just because you're dateless doesn't mean you're consigned to wallflower status. Far from it. Pfeuffer calls weddings "an all-you-can-eat buffet of eye candy," and recommends, "throw on a killer party dress, sexy stiletto heels...and "whammo, you've got the makings for some action." However, in deference to the bride, she advises, "Remember to wear underwear."

The Thing Is, You Never Know. OK. So we say we're looking for no-strings nookie. But if it turned into something more... well, wouldn't that be a nice surprise? Says Pfeuffer, "Weddings are just another social situation, and if you put yourself out there, you never know who you may meet... and isn't dating a numbers game, anyway?"

Single in the Great Outdoors

From the camping trips of youth to the chalet getaways of adulthood, soft adventure travel seems at first glance to be something you should do with a partner. But that's far from the case. In fact, singles' adventure tours are one of the fastest-growing demographics in the travel industry.

Look at small group travel as an alternative to solo travel. "You get a lot of pampering," says Dave Wiggins of Austin-Lehman Adventures, who are adding more singles programs to their calendar to accommodate increasing demand. "If you haven't done biking, horseback, etc. you'll have a lot of people to help you."

Broaden your horizons . "Generally if you go with groups of friends, you do the same things over and over again," says Wiggins. (Too true -- hence the whole "Guys Weekend in Vegas" thing.) "Going somewhere alone, with people you don't know, you're more apt to try something new." If everyone is in this adventurous mindset, it creates a very supportive, encouraging environment for singles. "Fellow travelers and guides will coax you up that last mile, to climb that last peak, to see the 360-degree view from the summit."

Don't look to hook up . If it happens, it happens. But most singles' tours are not an excuse to meet potential mates. "People tend to be there because they like an active lifestyle. They're looking for new experiences, to learn a bit about a destination, to really come away enriched in a lot of different ways," says Wiggins.

And if you meet the love of your life along the way...well, that's just a bonus.

Husband for Sale

I found this from a Friendster blog. I think it is funny, so I decided to share it here...

A store that sells husbands has just opened in
New York City, where a woman may go to choose a husband.
Among the instructions at the
entrance is a description of how the store
operates. You may visit the store

ONLY ONCE !!!

There are six floors and the attributes of the men
increase as the shopper ascends the flights.

There is, however, a catch .... you may choose
any man from a particular floor,
or you may choose to go up a floor,
but you cannot go back down
except to exit the building!

So, a woman goes to the Husband Store
to find a husband ...

On the first floor the sign on the door reads:

Floor 1 - These men have jobs and love the Lord.

The second floor sign reads:

Floor 2 - These men have jobs, love the Lord, and love kids.

The third floor sign reads:

Floor 3 - These men have jobs, love the Lord,
love kids, and are extremely good looking.

"Wow," she thinks, but feels compelled to keep going.

She goes to the fourth floor and the sign reads:

Floor 4 - These men have jobs, love the Lord,
love kids, are drop-dead good looking
and help with the housework.

"Oh, mercy me!" she exclaims, "I can hardly stand it!"
Still, she goes to the fifth floor and the sign reads:

Floor 5 - These men have jobs, love the Lord,
love kids, are drop-dead gorgeous,
help with the housework, and
have a strong romantic streak.

She is so tempted to stay, but she goes to the
sixth floor and the sign reads:

Floor 6 - You are visitor 4,363,012 to this floor.
There are no men on this floor. This floor exists
solely as proof that women are impossible to please.

Thank you for shopping at the Husband Store.
Watch your step as you exit the building,
and have a nice day!

This is dedicated to all men for a good laugh
and to all the women who can handle the truth!

Remember Greed is one of the seven deadly sins.

You have to learn to be grateful for what you have.
When you are ungrateful you end up with nothing.


Source: http://second_2t.blogs.friendster.com/my_blog/2007/07/husband_for_sal.html

Unique Wedding Accessories

Well, you are getting married... Congratulations! Now, here is the fun part. Choosing your wedding accessories is fun, right? You have to shop for many wedding things, so you might as well enjoy it, and do not worry too much.

What you should shop for? The list is really long. But then, let us focus on some unique wedding accessories that you need to shop around for. They should say something uniquely about you. So, get ready to buy your new wedding hair accessories, new handbag, new garter, new bridal jewelry and so on.

Where should you shop? Of course, you can shop in your town's biggest bridal store, or why not just go online? You have access to the internet, and it will be much easier for you to shop at the comfort of your own home, is it not? You can search for as many wedding websites as you can, and browse for wedding accessories that will catch your fancy.

WeddingShowerGifts.com is one website where you can start your online shopping for your wedding day. They offer custom made wedding accessories that will perfectly match your wedding colors. That is really great! Now, you can absolutely choose your own unique design and favorite colors.

These are just some of the wedding accessories featured on the website's Bridal Accessory Shop:

Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Bridal Jewelry
Swarovski Crystal Bouquets and Boutonnieres
Wedding Tiaras, Bridal Headpieces, Halos, Bridal Combs and Hair Sticks
Secret Wedding Garters
Ring Bearer Pillows
Wedding Flower Girl Baskets

If you want to shop for wedding gifts, they also have the following:

Ceramics Wedding Gifts such as Wedding Guest Book Platters, Family Portrait Platters, Family Tree Platters, Custom Wedding Cake Tops, Celebration Plates, Inscription Platters, and more.

Photo Wedding Gifts such as Photo Platters, Custom Oil Paintings, Signature Frame Kit, Photo Quilts, Photo Handbags, Personalized Photo Pillows, Print Wedding Gifts, 3D My Peeps Prints, Wooden Tavern Signs, Marquee Signs, Recipe For a Happy Marriage, House Pictures and so on.

You can select what colors you wanted and you can also custom made to order many of these wedding accessories. Surely, your wedding day is very special for you. So, you have the freedom to make it more special and wonderful by choosing unique wedding accessories that is perfectly made with your own selection of designs and colors. Your groom will just agree with you anyway. You are the bride, and you have all the freedom to do what you want for your wedding. Make it very special. Make it uniquely you. Go shop at WeddingShowerGifts.com now. Choose your wedding accessories and have fun with it!


*This is a Paid Review.

Wedding Speeches for the Bride

Dan Stevens, a professional speech-writer with a palpable gift for humor, has written a book that caters specifically to the speech-making needs of the Bride on her big day.

You will instantly get a downloadable Bride Speeches ebook. Beautiful words for a beautiful occasion is the ultimate speech-making encyclopedia, designed with the bride’s needs, responsibilities, and requirements in mind.



Let’s take a look at what you get in the book:

- Access to 20 professionally written, top quality speeches for the Bride

- More than 100 witty and entertaining sample toasts to include in your speech

- Some pretty in-depth information on quelling stage fright, fear of public speaking, and wedding nerves, to enable you to really enjoy yourself

- Practical tips and advice on professional speech-delivery: how to make yourself look and sound great

- The complete Bride etiquette, to enable you to be a well-informed Bride who’s never stuck for the right thing to say or do

- The roles and responsibilities of a Bride: all the information you need to rise to the occasion with grace and panache

- A section on how to plan and prepare adequately for your speech, to make sure you can pull it off flawlessly and with the minimum of pre-speech stress

- Loads of jokes and one-liners to ensure that your speech is memorable for all the right reasons

- A whole section dedicated to wedding-appropriate quotes and poetry for you to add real meaning and emotion to your speech

- Pages and pages of detailed, specific, relevant information to save you time, aggravation, and worry

In addition to everything listed above, you also get three entire bonus books for free:

Bridal Showers to Remember : an instantly-downloadable online book which supplies you with tons of original, exciting themes and ideas to help your Maid of Honor throw you the best bridal shower ever

The Bachelorette Party : an instantly-downloadable online book packed with cocktail ideas, themes, party ideas and harmless, witty pranks to keep the party heading in the right direction and full of energy.

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This Bride Speeches ebook is highly recommended. Brides have got enough on their plates already without the added stress and strain of delivering a funny, witty, and touching speech in front of everyone they’ve ever cared about, and especially their husband-to-be!

This book has been designed to cater to every last need of the Bride on her wedding day – everything you could ever need for designing, writing, and delivering an unforgettable speech; how to handle those awkward wedding situations; how to keep everything running smoothly – and above all, how to keep calm, confident, and enjoy yourself.

The ultimate resource for Brides, this book gets two emphatic thumbs-up!