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Dear Poll: Do You Tend to Get Nostalgic?

DearSugar — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 07:00:00 -0700

I have about a dozen shoeboxes jammed in the farthest corners of my closet just stuffed to the brim with old letters, cards, ticket stubs, and other random things that carry serious sentimental value for me. Every time I move, I carefully pack up all these boxes and place them lovingly in my new closet, where they sit for the most part untouched. Every once in a while though, when I'm feeling down or just contemplative, I open up the boxes and let the nostalgic feeling wash over me — it's like a trip down memory lane!Now I know everyone collects things that matter to them over the years, but tell me, do you often find yourself longing for the past?Source

Dear Poll: Do You Tend to Get Nostalgic?

Yes, I'm often nostalgic.

There are some things in my past I long for, but I'm happy to be where I am now.

Not really. I like to keep my mind in the present.

Other — I'll explain.

Do Tell: Did You Go Through an Awkward Phase?

DearSugar — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 07:00:00 -0700

There’s just something about adolescence — and I think it has a lot to do with hormones — that tends to bring out the awkwardness in people. Admittedly, I had my own awkward phase, but it was when I was nine. I was too gangly for my own good, with teeth too big for my small mouth and a terrible bowl haircut. Needless to say, it wasn’t pretty, but I think hitting a point in your life when you just don’t quite fit in or know how to act is about as normal as it gets. Were you one of the lucky few that skipped it altogether or did you have an awkward phase like me?

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Dear Poll: Do You Feel Like an Adult?

DearSugar — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 13:00:00 -0700

There was a time not long ago when it felt like the word "adult" shouldn't be applied to me but only used for real grown-ups like my parents. Then suddenly I woke up and realized that if I have all the responsibilities of an adult, I must actually be one, too! Truth be told, I may not be a kid anymore, but some days I don’t feel much like an adult either. What about you? Source

Dear Poll: Do You Feel Like an Adult?

Not only do I not feel like an adult, but I don’t consider myself one either.

Sure, I’m an adult by definition, but I don’t always feel like a grown-up.

I am an adult through and through!

Other — Please share below.

Dear Poll: Are You a City Girl or a Country Girl?

DearSugar — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 15:00:00 -0700

Whenever I can get away from San Francisco for a weekend, I always take advantage of a few days without the people, cars, and noise. There's nothing like spending time out of town enjoying the mellow nature of California's valleys. But I only need a few days before I'm ready to head home to the people, the cars, and the noise! I may appreciate the country, but I'm a city girl through and through. Ladies, if you had to pick one, which would you be?Source

Dear Poll: Are You a City Girl or a Country Girl?

City girl — I love the energy and excitement of city life.

Country girl — I feel best in a small town where I can get to know my neighbors and enjoy the outdoors.

I appreciate both, but I don't like one more than the other.

Other — I'll explain.

Dear Poll: Do You Have Weekly Rituals?

DearSugar — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:00:00 -0700

Life is fairly routine, which is probably why we all spend so much time and effort trying to come up with ways to spice things up. But frankly, sometimes I take comfort in my weekly habits; it gives me something to look forward to and something to count on. In fact, my newest weekly ritual is dinner with my girlfriends on either Tuesday or Wednesday, and of course, before the season finale, The Bachelorette. I loved to just relax on the couch each week with some chocolate. So what about you? Do you tend to get into specific occasions that you look forward to during the week? Source

Dear Poll: Do You Have Weekly Rituals?

Oh definitely! I have quite a few.

No, I like to mix things up too much.

I wouldn’t mind it, but I’m not good at keeping to a schedule.

Other — Please share.

Dear Poll: Do You Have a Temper?

DearSugar — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:00:00 -0700

Everyone gets angry, but some of us tend to snap more easily than others. Maybe it's a frustrating customer service representative or an irritating comment from a family member, but suddenly your anger flares up in a bout of bad temper. Fortunately, I don't get heated easily, but I'd be lying if I said that stress didn't bring out my temper. Are you prone to fits of fury? Source

Dear Poll: Do You Have a Temper?

I'm like you, Dear. The only time I can't keep my temper in check is when I'm stressed.

I have a terrible temper; sometimes the smallest things just drive me berserk.

I don't get angry very easily, and even when I do it's fairly restrained.

Other — Please share below.

Do Tell: How Do You Deal With Braggarts?

DearSugar — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 11:00:00 -0700

As I’ve said before, I think there’s nothing wrong with tooting your own horn every now and then — hey, we all have a right to feel proud of ourselves — but even so, no one likes a braggart. I especially have a difficult time with bragging if it comes from a close friend or someone whom I care about and respect. I already think the people in my life are amazing, so if they’re gloating just for the sake of looking good, it’s easy to feel put off. Have you experienced this? Do you have people in your life that like to brag? If so, how do you tend to react?

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Do Tell: What Are You Really Good At?

DearSugar — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0700

Perhaps stemming from the social beliefs of past decades, I always notice how modest and self-deprecating certain women tend to be. While modesty is a good quality, I think it’s OK to toot your own horn every now and again. In fact, we’re so well-trained not to boast that sometimes I think we inadvertently downplay things that are brag-worthy like a big promotion, making Honors, or running a half-marathon. Let’s live by the “if you got it, flaunt it” motto just for today, and do tell: What are you really good at?

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Dear Poll: Are You a List Maker?

DearSugar — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:00:00 -0700

Although I’m not a fan of running errands, I am a complete believer in the to-do list or any kind of list for that matter. Sometimes, in a busy day, the only way to keep track of things is to write them down. I even have running lists of movies I want to see and books I want to read. But lists are only as effective as their writer wants them to be, and I know they aren't for everyone so let me ask: are you a list maker? Source

Dear Poll: Are You a List Maker?

Yes — They keep me organized.

No — If I wrote a list, I’d probably just lose it.

Other — Please explain.

Dear Poll: Are You Shy or Outgoing?

DearSugar — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:00:00 -0700

While we may love a shy guy, being shy ourselves can pose many difficulties out in the world. You easily get pegged as stuck-up or can just end up completely overlooked. Being outgoing, on the other hand, typically avoids both those stereotypes and lends itself to meeting new people. But even so, I still think there’s something to be said for a woman who chooses to sit back and just observe. Neither is better or worse, but which are you? Source

Dear Poll: Are You Shy or Outgoing?

I’m very shy — It takes me a while to warm up.

I’m pretty outgoing — I enjoy interacting with new people!

I'm somewhere in the middle, but it depends on the situation.

Other — I'll explain.