A pot party, fashion fights and money troubles
Q: My friend wants to go to a party this weekend, but I know
some of the people who are going are big potheads and I don’t like
to be around that. Should I go to the party or just stay home?
-From Party or Not
A pot party, fashion fights and money troubles
Q: My friend wants to go to a party this weekend, but I know some of the people who are going are big potheads and I don’t like to be around that. Should I go to the party or just stay home?
-From Party or Not
A: Dear Party,
Trust your instinct. If you feel like it is a bad idea, then don’t do it. Not only are drugs harmful, but they are illegal. If you feel like you are not safe or won’t have fun, then don’t go. There are other ways of having fun. Find some other friends and have a movie night, or just hang out somewhere. If you do decide to go to the party, make sure you have a dependable ride and do not do anything you feel you would regret later.
Q: My parents are always on my case about how I dress at school when I want to wear short skirts and tank tops. What can I do to get them to lighten up or should I just wear the types of things they want me to wear?
-From fashion queen
A: Dear fashion Queen,
Parents will always be like that, no matter how old you are. It all depends on how short your skirts and shorts are. I think your best bet is, even though it sounds totally childish, is shop with your mom. Make sure that skirts and shorts are at a length that you both can agree on. With tank tops, maybe some layering would make her happy. Two different colors together are cute, and not as trashy. She should also realize that now that the weather is getting hotter, that you need to wear less so you don’t totally pass out.
Q: Some of my friends have really wealthy parents and they get presents like Coach Bags and one even got a car for her 16th birthday. My family can’t afford it and sometimes I feel uncomfortable when my friends invite me to do things and I don’t have any money. Is there a way I can get them to do cheaper things without talking about my family’s money problems?
-From a less fortunate girl
A: Dear Less Fortunate,
There is nothing you can really do about not being rich. You shouldn’t let it get you down, though. There are plenty of things you can do that do not require a lot of money. Hang out at one of your friends’ houses or your house and watch movies, or TV.
Go to the park, or walk around town. There is no need for you to be upset, and you do not need to tell them about your family’s problems. I’m sure if they are true friends, then they will understand. Just be creative, you might surprise yourself, and your friends may have a better time as well.
