Advice from Miss O & Friends girls just like you!!
Everyone goes through problems that just happen with life – the trick is to think of good ways to stay true to who you really are, to do the right thing, and to solve the problem in the best way you can. You can learn from your own situations in life but you can also help other girls learn by sharing what you've experienced. Girls just like you sent in the following stories and thoughts, and they give some good ideas about friends, family, and life! ENJOY!!
– Dr. Marion :-)
annie, 11, PA
Friends last a lifetime!
Friends last along time. You can really tell if they are a true friend by if they also support you. If they get in a fight with you and never try to make up, and it seems like they just don't care, they probably never cared. One of my best friends got in a fight with another friend, my best friend tried to make up, but the other girl just didn't care. At least it seemed. They're still in the fight. The point to this story is if you and your friend gets into a fight like this try to forgive them if they don't try first. If you have a good enough friendship strong enough you could be in a friendship until you die. I give you the best of wishes to you and your friends. Try to keep your friends. Be the best that you can be and that includes in your friendship. To your friendship let it last many a years! :)
Claire, 10, TN
Is it Good For Friends to Fight?
Is it good for friends to fight? The answer is yes! Surprisingly it IS good for friends to fight. It is good because you need to know how your friends are feeling inside. It is good to also express your own feelings. That is to let your friends now how you fell inside. Now, you may think this is stupid or dumb but it really isn't! It is a great lesson that I went through my self. I didn't write this to get the points I just want to share it with other people!
Carrie, 8, NJ
When a Mean Girl Comes Around
When someone mean comes and they say something mean and nasty to you just say, "YOU ARE BEING MEAN, GO AWAY!" and let them know they are being mean to you. There is a girl in my class who thinks she is so popular and she wants every girl in the second grade to notice her. She is one of those girls you just have to deal with. If someone who is mean to you most of the time and then is nice to you be pleasant, otherwise you will be just like them.
This advice is for all people ages 8-100.
Beki, 9
How to Choose a Friend
Do you sometimes feel like you have no friends? I used to. But now, I have a lot of friends. First of all, you don't get friends by handing out chocolate bars. You may get popular, but you won't make friends. A friend might be somebody who is like you. He or she doesn't have to, but they can be. If you see somebody who you want to be friends with, don't be afraid to go up and talk to them. Act brave, and make a good impression. Ask them about their family and how they feel about them. Ex:"Hi, Jamie. Anything important going on?" "Not much." "Do you have any brothers or sisters?" etc. Don't act bossy, and keep going on with the conversation. Tell them about yourself. If she invites you to play, accept the invitation. Act very friendly. I guarantee, you'll soon have a friend!
veronica, 12, OH
Talking It Out
One day my friend veronica and me had gotten into a fight about something stupid that we couldn't even remember what we were fighting about. But we held the grudge for the longest time and we both knew that we were acting ridiculous. But were both the kind of girls that wouldn't give-up a fight and always wanted the last word. But then when we had to walk home together we had decided to talk about it and not be so hard-headed about it. So we both told each other the things we were mad about both said sorry and it was over. That was the end of a fought that never should of began but, it did. But as friends together we got over it. We had been friends for so long that one fight wasn't worth it. So we're here to tell you no argument or circumstances that come between the both of you guys matters beat it and talk about like me and my friend,
Kate, 11, WI
When I was younger I wanted to be part of that popular group. The girls looked like they were having such a good time – giggling and everything... So I acted cool until I made it to this group. But I was wrong about having a good time. They gossiped about each other... played pranks... I went to one of their huge slumber parties once, and they put syrup all over my hair when I was sleeping. I got so frustrated I just grabbed my stuff and left. I learned something that day – just enjoy being yourself. Don't go through what I did, and love yourself for who you are.
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