Leuther

Well, I was diagnosed with Folliculitis a couple of weeks ago, and my doctor prescribed some antibiotics and recommended a face wash as well. I've been going on the prescription since then, and have only missed one day. My face doesn't seem to be clearing by much, and it's just stressing me out completely. I've been dealing with this since October, but I just thought it was acne. So, I ended up not going to the doctor 'til January. I'm just worried this is never going to clear up because I've searched and searched all over the internet, and there are a lot of stories about people who have dealt with this for 10 years +. I don't know if I can take it that long. My life has already gone kinda kaput since this started. I've been isolating myself from everyone because I think I look disgusting, and to find out this may not go away after the antibiotics? It's just killing me. Any encouragement or tips would be greatly appreciated.

There's a song that was on a Shoe Carnival ad around Christmas, and the lyrics are along the lines of "I just can't stand it. I want that candy." I've been searching EVERYWHERE for it, and nobody seems to know the name of it. I even attempted to contact Shoe Carnival, and they helped me none. If you know the artist or name of this song, please let me know! Also, the artist is NOT Amanda whatever from one of the other Shoe Carnival ads. Thanks!

So, for the past couple months I've been battling with a moderate acne condition that I didn't have in the summer. I've been baffled as to why this has been happening until I read an article that talks about how milk can be a big trigger for acne because of all the hormones included in it. This makes sense to me now because ever since I really started working out my skins become progressively worse. I used whole milk with my shakes because I heard that's supposed to increase bulk, but now I'm trying to stay away from it. I was wondering if soy milk would have a similar effect to whole milk, and if not, what would be the most adequate substitution for whole milk. Thanks!

I have had periods where my face is fairly clear while I've had others when there are blemishes all over it. It's never been as drastic as the change I've experience in the past couple of weeks I'm also curious of opinions about salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. Of course, I know I shouldn't use those if this is, in fact, rosacea. Just curious about treatments in general. What do you think would help my skin condition? I'm attaching two photographs. The first is from October, about a month ago, and the second is recent. Thank you.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j55/EpitaphofTwi...

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j55/EpitaphofTwi...

So, I've never been with anyone, and I'm kind of getting tired of it. :/ I'm not to the point of picking up anyone that'll give me a chance. Recently, a guy tried to get together with me twice, but both times he bailed. It's just kinda discouraging, and I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. I try my best to be nice to others, and I dress fairly well. I am a bit skinny (130 lbs), so I'm not sure if that has anything to do with it. My face also tends to break out, but it's not like I don't wash my face. I think I'm pretty good on hygiene, actually. I see plenty of guys I'm attracted to, but I am a bit reserved or shy. I consider myself more masculine although I probably do have some feminine tendencies. Meh, life's just been difficult lately, I guess, and I'm tired of getting my hopes up. I guess I just wrote this to get everything off my mind, but if you do have comments or encouragement/tips, they're greatly appreciated.

Yeah... I know that question was weird. :/ Anyway, I've had acne ever since high school, and it's been pretty sporadic. Sometimes it's not bad at all or almost gone, and at other times I break out like crazy. I'm kind of tired of this hectic agenda my face has going, and I really want to get rid of my acne. I've used almost everything from Proactive to Clean&Clear to Biore, and none of it seems to completely rid me of acne. My face also gets very oily, so that's not helping much either. So, I'm coming to you guys asking for suggestions about products or if it just may be time for me to meet with a dermatologist. I've always thought of it, just didn't know if my acne problem was serious enough.

I'm a guy dabbling in the massive world of makeup. Yeah, I'm new. I want to wear makeup, but I don't want it to be noticeable. How can I tell if the tone I've picked is too light for my natural skin tone? My friend advised me to get a bronzer as well to make my skin darker if I need to as well as give my skin a sun-kissed glow. The LAST thing I want is for people to notice that I'm wearing makeup, so any advice is greatly appreciated. I just want it to look as natural as possible. Thanks for your time!

Distance

An inch apart,

can be the same as a thousand miles.

I am a prisoner of my own mind.

How do I set

these captive feelings free,

To find what you think?

I will search

through movement and speech.

It won't be enough.

To break free -

from this island in the sea.

I long to join you.

But all alone,

I find myself, with empty arms.

An inch apart -

A thousand miles away.

Solitary

For earth and sky to meet

What a grand reunion

But I

I know nothing of the sort

For I am a wand'ring comet

drawn to the sun and pushed away

I long to be caught

in the gravity of some heavenly body

But alone I soar

without one to cling to

I pass Mercury, Venus, and Earth

Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn

And at the end

In the corner of the Solar System

I find one alone

as me

And see it fit to be

Pluto, king of the dead

My poems are usually written out of admiration, but this one is a bit more personal and solemn. Let me know your thoughts and feel free to critique! I greatly appreciate it.

I've posted this one before and was told to work on it a bit more. Here's my result, and I hope you enjoy. Give me your thoughts and criticism! It's greatly appreciated. It's the story of Endymion according to one account of the legend in Greek Mythology.

Endymion

The dryads dance 'round yonder hill

fit for a shepherd boy

With none in sight a flock roams free

Alone to graze and toil

At closer glance I find a shade

without a tree to claim it

And wrapped inside this shadow

A beautiful boy dreams free

His young heart beats the rhythm of Life

but Age dare not caress him

For on his eyelids, each now shut

A kiss from lady Selene

Alone he lays without a chance

to wake from his dark slumber

Eternal life has been given him

by the spell he is put under

The first a gift from the fair Moon

The second its consequence

You can find them in the Night

Fair love and her sleeping prince

I've posted this one before and was told to work on it a bit more. Here's my result, and I hope you enjoy. Give me your thoughts and criticism! It's greatly appreciated. It's the story of Endymion according to one account of the legend in Greek Mythology.

Endymion

The dryads dance 'round yonder hill

fit for a shepherd boy

With none in sight a flock roams free

Alone to graze and toil

At closer glance I find a shade

without a tree to claim it

And wrapped inside this shadow

A beautiful boy dreams free

His young heart beats the rhythm of Life

but Age dare not caress him

For on his eyelids, each now shut

A kiss from lady Selene

Alone he lays without a chance

to wake from his dark slumber

Eternal life has been given him

by the spell he is put under

The first a gift from the fair Moon

The second its consequence

You can find them in the Night

Fair love and her sleeping prince

So, I am attracted to guys, but I don't see why that has to be a HUGE part of my life. I constantly feel pressure from people to declare my sexuality. Why should I have to? So yeah, I love a guy. Is it different from the love that another guy feels for a girl? Why do people feel like they have to "out" others? What if I don't see sexuality as a closet but rather as a hidden treasure that someone else must dig to find? Is it weird that I don't want to wear my sexuality on my sleeve? Ok, I'm satisfied with these questions. Give meh sum ANSWUHZ! :D

Aether

A vast melancholic wave with glittering eyes

It sits upon horizon

I stare in amazement

At a creature so beautiful words have no meaning

Each eye ever finding its place ‘round the world

Luminescent pearl, its jewel

The beast that never sleeps

The beast that never talks yet has so much to say

It reaches out gently as the earth makes its way

Those who seek shall find

Meanderers be blind

To the Divine evidence shown in the glittering eyes

A tribute to the heavens above. One of my earlier poems. Let me know what you think and if you have any suggestions! Thanks guys.

Endymion

The mountain alive with green

I find none but a flock

Aimless and abandoned

No herder in sight

At closer glance I find a shade

With no tree about

Wrapped inside

A boy full of youth

His young heart beats

But age dare not touch his body

For his dreaming eyes

Belong to Selene alone

This moonkissed boy

A blessing and curse

Eternal life

By eternal sleep

All right. I wrote this one today, and I'm not quite sure how I feel about it. It's based upon the Greek Mythological story of the beautiful youth, Endymion, and how the Moon, Selene, fell in love with him. Give me your thoughts and let me know if you have suggestions!

Persephone

A long cold night

And all creation stirs

The sun is rising

Painting the bleak earth

With blades of green

And blossoms of white

I find myself in this awakening

A celebration of return

To find what was missing

My eyes are bound to the stars

But soon the sun will rise

Until that day I'll stare in wonder

As creation awakens through rain and thunder

Tell me your thoughts, and please be honest. A poem inspired by Persephone or Proserpine from Greek Mythology.

Lunatik

I see your face

but we cannot touch

Your natural movement

is the source of my longing

Pale in the night

Veiled in the light

I yearn for your attention

Reality is set

You will never know me

But I will be cursed by your constant presence

To find a one to match your wonder

Would cause my heart to burst in thunder

But none can match your luminescence

Or will the seas to flow

So turn 'round my head

O satellite

And taunt my wilting soul

You may have won the hearts of men

But it is mine you stole

I write a good bit of poetry and am influenced most by my natural surroundings, experiences, and Greek mythology. I know my craft may not be by any means above amateur, but I was just wondering about your thoughts. Please be nice. :]

I'm 19, and if I worked out at noon one day is it considered a day if I wait to work out at noon the next day? I've heard you're supposed to let the muscles have time to repair and grow, so clarification would be awesome!

Jean Grey's my favorite, but she's a girl. :P I'd definitely go with Angel though. That'd be a nice ability.

What are your thoughts on being single versus being in a relationship, and what are your strategies for approaching guys you like?

So, *sigh* I've never done this before, and I want an honest opinion. I grew up constantly unsatisfied with my own appearance, and by Junior year of high school I basically threw it to the wayside. I mean, of course I still care what I look like, but I am not as concerned about it. Well, after all these years I want to know what people think. I haven't really been in many relationships, so that's also helped me form the opinion I have of myself. I see plenty of people I'm attracted to but constantly tell myself that there's somebody else they're looking at as I'm looking at them. This is where you guys come in. The first picture I've attached is me not smiling. The second has a smile. Go ahead and do your worst. As I said earlier, I just want to know what you think. Without further ado:

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j55/EpitaphofTwi...

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j55/EpitaphofTwi...