Veronica Roth's desolate, dystopian Chicago returns to the big screen with the second installment in the Divergent series. Immediately following the events of the first film, Tris (Shailene Woodley) must protect those she loves from growing unrest between factions — the five groups society split into, stamping out individuality — as the threat of war looms over their carefully organized society.

Unlike the nature-inspired, unusual baby names from The Hunger Games trilogy, Roth chose traditional names for her dystopian brood. Her influences appear to be a mix of biblical baby names and names borrowed from the 1970s and 1980s generations. The result is a batch of names that sound refreshing and unexpected on a batch of teens who jump trains for sport.

Baby girl names inspired by Insurgent

Tris, the nickname Beatrice chooses for herself when she joins the Dauntless faction, brings an old-fashioned grandmother name into the 21st century. Parents of baby boys have been doing the same with traditional boy names for a while now — Xander instead of Alex, Topher instead of Chris. Try it out on past generation names from your own family tree to see if you can make this trend work for your baby girl.

• Beatrice/Tris: "bringer of joy; blesses"
• Christina: "follower of Christ"
• Evelyn: "life"
• Jeanine: "God is gracious"
• Johanna: "gracious; gift from God"
• Lauren: "fierce"
• Lynn: "dwells by the torrent"
• Marlene: "from the tower"
• Natalie: "born at Christmas"
• Tori: "triumphant"

Baby boy names inspired by Insurgent

Roth definitely named her male characters on a theme. While her female leads shine in strength, she made sure to give the men equally tough monikers, as they fight to maintain order in a crumbling society.

• Caleb: "dog; bold"
• Cole: "people's victory"
• Edgar: "fortunate and powerful"
• Edward: "guardian"
• Eric: "ever or eternal ruler"
• Hayes: "from the hedged land"
• Hector: "tenacious"
• Jack: "God is gracious"
• Marcus: "hammer"
• Max: "greatest"
• Peter: "a rock or stone"
• Tobias/Four: "God is good"
• Uriah: "the Lord is my light"

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Though these characters don't have a part to play in Insurgent, we love the names too much not to give them passing mention. We love Molly, traditionally a pet name for Mary, which means "wished-for child."

• Andrew
• Cara
• Erin
• Fernando
• George
• Harrison
• James
• Molly
• Myra
• Nita
• Robert
• Shauna
• Susan
• Tessa
• Zeke
• Zoe

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She just killed it, lip-syncing Jennifer Lopez's "Booty" on stage with a cameo from JLo herself.

In what I think is the most exciting new show I have seen in a while, and certainly the funniest, Lip Sync Battle just released an extended trailer, giving us an amazing and hilarious glimpse into what we can expect whenever April 2 finally freaking gets here.

With The Rock singing (apparently his favorite) Taylor Swift, Julianne Hough, John Krasinski in drag, Stephen Merchant in leather chaps and the aforementioned Kendrick, Fallon's new show on Spike is going to blow your lip-sync-loving mind.

Hosted by LL Cool J, he puts it best, "You go hard, or you go home."

Watch the hilarious trailer here.

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It's hard to tell if the best part about Indian food is how it tastes or how it smells. Either way, Indian cuisine is an assault on the senses in the very best way possible. Now, if you're the cookin' type who wants to learn to make this food at home, more power to you. You're in for an exciting culinary adventure, but you're going to need the right ingredients to make that happen.

1. Curry powder

On one level, the inclusion of curry powder may sound obvious, and on another level, it may be offensive. There will be many who say that if they're learning to cook Indian, they're going to learn to make their own curry powder. If so, that's fine. Just make a lot more of it than you need.

Still, whether you're not the type to make your own curry powder, or if you just like to plan for emergencies, make sure you have extra curry powder. It never hurts to have more than you think you need (especially as your spices age and lose their potency), and frankly, adding a bit at the end can help kick up your dish's flavor.

2. Garam masala

Garam masala translates literally into "hot spice" and is a slightly hotter version of curry. The thing with garam masala is that there's no single right way to make it, and most families will have their own similar but distinctive version. Either way, you need to find a garam masala blend you like, because it's a foundation of pretty much every other Indian dish that doesn't use curry as its base (and frankly, some use both). Also, like curry, it makes a nice ingredient to toss in at the last second before serving.

3. Turmeric

Turmeric is a critical ingredient in many Indian foods (especially considering the fact that it's what makes curry yellow). However, turmeric is often used on its own, with garam masala or on top of curry. By itself, this spice tastes sort of bitter and floral at the same time, but mixed with other ingredients, it's great for balancing out other flavors.

4. Cumin seeds

If you've never had a cumin seed, imagine something that tastes like ground cumin (basically what gives Mexican ground beef its flavor) turned up about 10 notches. When you go to purchase cumin seeds, try to buy them whole. Many recipes call for whole cumin seeds, and those that don't will benefit from having the seeds freshly ground for the best flavor.

5. Cardamom seed pods (green and black)

Cardamom seeds have a bright, floral flavor and come in two varieties: green and black. Green are more light and aromatic than black, which tend to have a slightly more robust taste. Either way, some recipes will call for cardamom seeds of one color or the other (or both). However, you can substitute one for the other in a pinch.

6. Real ginger

OK, this ingredient takes you away from the pantry and into the refrigerator, but there's just no substitute for real ginger in your Indian cooking. You can use the powdered stuff, but the real thing, freshly peeled and chopped, is fruitier, less acidic and generally plays well with other flavors. However, what's really important is that you have ginger because it forms the foundation for many Indian flavors.

7. Indian yogurt

Again, Indian yogurt is not something you want to keep in the pantry per se, but it is important if you want to make some Indian dishes. For instance, it can be turned into paneer, stirred into korma or used as a flavoring agent in naan. The thing to keep in mind, though, is that you want to use Indian yogurt. Greek and American yogurts lack Indian yogurt's tang.

8. Lentils

There are also several foods you want to have in bulk when you make Indian food. Lentils top this list, as they are omnipresent in many Indian foods, including dal, which is lentil curry. They also find their way as an accompaniment in many other dishes. You can find lentils in yellow, green and red varieties. Yellow is traditional, but any will work.

9. Chickpeas

Chickpeas are only slightly less popular than lentils in many Indian dishes. So if you're planning on making lots of Indian food, keep dried chickpeas around for more robust dishes, canned chickpeas on hand when you want to throw something together quickly and chickpea flour when you want to make Indian breads and fried foods.

10. Basmati rice

Lastly, when you make Indian food, you'll want some rice. Basmati rice is traditional, and its nutty flavor goes best with curry, however any rice will do.

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Target's romantic home

As if we needed to have a reason to fall more in love with pink, Target gives us a collection that allows us to get in touch with our feminine side. Filled with florals, pastels and overall beauty, this collection yells perfection. And while it may not be something that your partner adores, there are a few patterns made to please both sexes. Bachelorettes, on the other hand, the romantic home collection was made just for you.

Tufted rolled arm chaise

Available in a variety of colors, we can just picture this gorgeous tufted rolled arm chaise at the foot of every bed in America this spring (Target, $540 - $560).

Ceramic bowl

Nothing says romance quite like this rose ceramic bowl in ballerina pink (Target, $27). Accent with flowers, candy or simply place on a side table to bask in its beauty.

Floral area rug

Splurge on something girly while still pleasing the man in your life with this nuLOOM Aline floral area rug (Target, $256 - $450). Looking adorable with vibrant colors against a dark brown background, this rug would make a lovely addition to a formal area or bedroom.

Kohl's Lauren Conrad collection

Similar to Target's romantic home, Lauren Conrad has always been a symbol of girlish, simple style. This spring, the reality star-turned-designer girl crush doesn't disappoint with her bed and bath collection. Available in the appealing California coastal pattern and pastels, this is the look you've been dreaming about.

Bouquet bedding coordinates

Resembling the Laura Ashley style of the '80s, this violet and powder blue bouquet bedding is exactly what your bedroom needs for spring (Kohl's, $40 - $270). In light colors that are easy to accent, it is easy to add other similar pastels into your space with this sophisticated set.

Bow shower curtain hooks

Once you see these charming bow shower curtain hooks in the LC collection at Kohl's, you'll wonder where they've been hiding all your life (Kohl's, $25). And not that they won't look to-die-for in your bathroom, if you're anything like me, you'll be conjuring up ideas of where else you can put these babies in your space.

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Lace vanity tray

If you can only splurge on one item from this article, this lace vanity tray is exactly what you've been looking for (Kohl's, $33). A unique chic style, this tray has the perfect mix of modern and vintage that we all yearn for.

Pottery Barn color mixes

As if we needed any more of a reason to add fresh colors into our home this spring, Pottery Barn went and made an entire collection devoted to the bright hues of the season. A delightful mix of citrus and bold choices, this is one collection worth sneaking a peek at.

Pillow covers

Why choose one pillow cover when you can have them all? Take your pick from the melodic medallion ($59), the stunning ikat design ($30), the pretty paisley ($50) or the adorable diamond ($30).

Ceramic table lamps

Light and bright doesn't only come from the bulb with these Emilia ceramic table lamps (Pottery Barn, $199). Available in white, coral, navy or yellow, you're sure to find the right fit for your home.

Indigo glass beads

Fill vases, trays or simply place these bright and bold indigo glass beads on your mantel for an alluring look to your room (Pottery Barn, $20). A simple decor piece that is both timeless and modern, these are an easy way to add color to an otherwise neutral space.

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A 26-year-old pregnant woman arrived at a home in Longmont, Colorado, hoping to purchase clothes for the baby she was expecting to arrive in a couple of months. Unfortunately the visit took a horrific turn — the 34-year-old woman who was waiting for her removed the fetus from her abdomen with a knife and took off, leaving the wounded woman there to bleed to death.

The story has both a happy ending and a tragic one — the woman was rescued, underwent surgery and is expected to recover. Also, the suspect was apprehended when she showed up at the same hospital, which is also good news. She was arrested on several charges: attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault and child abuse knowingly/recklessly resulting in death. The bad news is that the baby didn't make it — the suspect went to the hospital, deceased fetus in hand, claiming to have suffered from a miscarriage.

This crime is such a horror show. It's similar to the case of Bobbie Jo Stinnett, who was brutally murdered in 2004 for the same reason — a woman wanted her infant. Again, online communication was key, as both women in that case were interested in a certain type of dog and talked on a regular basis online. The murderer in that case went to the victim's home on the pretense of buying a puppy, and left with the woman's child instead. Stinnett's baby lived and was eventually recovered when the suspect was arrested. The little girl was reunited with her father and the rest of her family.

I know you can find some amazing deals on Craigslist, and it can seem silly to buy brand-new baby clothes when little ones outgrow them so quickly. So, by all means, shop Craigslist. However, don't go to other people's homes alone, and don't invite them into your home if you're alone. Arrange to meet them in a public place, especially for small items like clothes, or bring friends or family members with you. Nearly all Craigslist transactions are murder-free, but unfortunately crime can and does happen when you're dealing directly with strangers that you meet inside private places.

It's wonderful this woman was rescued and is expected to survive. No word on her future fertility, though, and she has to be crushed about losing her baby. I'm sorry this happened to her and her family.

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Jill Duggar and her expansive family had been on vacation in Texas. But Jill, who is well past 38 weeks in her first pregnancy, and husband Derick Dillard won't be having a Texas baby.

The couple posted a photo of the two of them with Daddy Dilly wearing the cutest shirt ever, saying, "This guy is going to be a daddy," with the caption, "We had a great time with family on vacation, but it doesn't look like we're going to have a Texas baby #familyvacation #babydilly #19kids."

After entering her 39th week, Jill should have her first baby sometime in the very near future, if she doesn't go past the 40-week mark. The couple is planning on having a home birth with a midwife, and Jill recently told E! News that husband Derick has been taking classes to be her coach during childbirth.

She said they had been taking, "Bradley birth classes. [It's] husband-coached childbirth so he can know how to help me in labor and in pregnancy — and that's what I want the most, is him to be able to know what to do when that comes."

Say what you will about the Duggars, their lifestyle or their beliefs, but that is some pretty sound thinking and awesome planning on the part of the young couple. And it is so nice to see when the father wants to be that big of a part of the process of childbirth that ultimately leaves the men out in the cold a lot of times.

Men can sometimes be left out for any number of reasons — fear, lack of knowledge or just old school thinking that it's a woman's thing. Whatever the case, a lot of men, I think, would like to be a bigger part of the birthing process. Well, daddies-to-be, now you know you can be and that men today are taking active roles in the birthing process much more often. And that's awesome.

Involving them makes a huge difference to everyone. Good for these two for setting a positive example when so often the things this family are involved in can be so polarizing.

Now we just have to wait until Baby Dilly decides to make his appearance and see how the home birthing process goes for them with all of their preparations finally in place. Let the nesting continue!

The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines FGM as: "all procedures involving partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. It has no health benefits and harms girls and women in many ways. It involves removing and damaging healthy and normal female genital tissue, and hence interferes with the natural function of girls' and women's bodies. The practice causes severe pain and has several immediate and long-term health consequences, including difficulties in childbirth also causing dangers to the child."

Under an NHS directive following the WHO definition of FGM, the term now applies to any woman who has given consent to having her clitoris or labia pierced, whether for style or sexual reasons. This means medical professionals have a duty to report any such piercings as FGM.

Since September 2014 acute trusts have been obliged to record incidences of FGM (including piercings) and the rules will extend to GPs and mental health hospitals from June 2015.

Although the role of the NHS is to record the information and not take any further action, theoretically any person responsible for carrying out genital piercings could be guilty of an offence under legislation banning the practice (FGM has been illegal in the U.K. since 1985).

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Taylor, 24, who has the hood of her clitoris pierced, told SheKnows UK that she didn't believe the news when she first heard it. "I got my clitoris ring to enhance my sex life," she said. "Who has the right to tell me I'm not allowed to be responsible for my own sexuality? What's next? Will other types of piercing be classed as self-harming?"

"This trivialises the experiences of women who have suffered genuine FGM," added Courtney, 28, who does not have a genital piercing but has several other parts of her body pierced. "Most of them are forced to undergo FGM at a very young age. To say that this is the same as grown women who make an informed choice to accessorise their bodies in a particular way is completely degrading."

Others have taken to Twitter to voice their opinions and there's a clear common thread: 

There's no doubt that more needs to be done to help victims of FGM in the U.K. But is classing women who've exercised their freedom to make a choice to pierce their genitals as having undergone FGM doing anything to help the cause?

"Most responsible piercers won't do any intimate piercings on anyone under the age of 18," Marcus Henderson, spokesman for the Tattoo and Piercing Industry Union, told BBC Newsbeat. Henderson also highlighted the gender equality issue: "Now we're faced with a situation where men are able to make up their mind and consent to an intimate piercing where women are not."

A Department of Health spokesman confirmed the new classification and said that genital piercings were a form of FGM even when carried out on adult women who give their full consent.

He added: “While there are challenges in this area and adult women may have genital piercings, in some communities girls are forced to have them," he said. “The World Health Organisation has quite rightly defined this as a form of FGM. We are taking every precaution to record genital piercings that have been done within an abusive context.”

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Maybe not, but when asked about the singer's upcoming stint on the show, Lange, who has already said that Freak Show will be her last season on the hit FX anthology, revealed Gaga certainly won't be convincing her to stay, either.

In fact, judging by the Oscar-winning actress' expert shade-throwing body language when she was asked about Gaga, Us Weekly reports, it's probably safe to say there's absolutely no love lost between those two.

"Does Gaga convince you to stay for another season?" a reporter asked Lange, who was described as "stone-faced."

Lange reportedly chuckled to herself and slowly replied, "What does that mean?... I don't understand the question."

Us Weekly reports that as she said it, Lange shrugged her shoulders. When she stopped mid-sentence, she cavalierly rolled her head from left to right.

"Ha," she concluded, to which Us Weekly says the audience laughed, because clearly that audience loves some less-than-subtle shade-throwing.

Despite her decision to leave before the highly anticipated new season, American Horror Story: Hotel, Lange graciously thanked Ryan Murphy, the creator of the smash-hit show, as well as her fans.

"I've had a great run here," she said. "I have absolutely loved to play these four characters that I've had the opportunity to play. I love the writers, my actors, and Ryan, and the whole insanity of it."

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What do you think about Lady Gaga nabbing a role on the upcoming American Horror Story season? Are you a Gaga fan? Are you looking forward to it? Or do you agree with Lange? Will you watch the new season or pass now that some of the actors are leaving? Head down to the comments and share your thoughts.

Your kid throws the tantrum to end all tantrums. Maybe because you didn't buy that box of sugary cereal he really needs, maybe because nap time was an hour ago. Whatever the cause, you have a choice to make. Abandon your perfectly filled cart and head for the car, or snap your kid out of it and continue shopping.

Believe me, I've been there. I understand the frustration you're feeling, and the desperation to get through the store, just once, without getting dirty looks from childless shoppers. These tricks have gotten me through years of shopping with my two kids. Hopefully, they'll work for you, too.

1. Offer food

Every experienced mom knows weapon number one for child breakdowns is food. I always keep a bag of crackers, cereal or whatever treat they're into at the moment, and offer it up at the first sign of tears. It might ruin lunch, but they tend to stop screaming when their mouths are full of something yummy. Totally worth it.

2. Put them in the cart

You know how cranky you get when your feet are tired? Same goes for your kids. If we've been hitting the stores for a while and I can sense they're starting to turn on me, I offer up a seat – even if it means rearranging my entire cart just so they have a place to sit. The chance to rest their feet is sometimes all they need to calm down a bit.

3. Hand over your phone

If your kids are anything like mine, they can operate your smartphone just as well (if not better) than you can. I keep mine loaded up with a few kid-friendly apps and let them play games while I peruse the store. It helps that I don't let them play on it at home, so this rare treat works miracles. If you can't bear to place your precious phone in those sticky toddler fingers, pack a children's tablet to hand over when needed.

4. Play a game

You need a diversion, and fun little games are the perfect way to get your child's mind off of whatever caused the meltdown. When I get desperate, we play I Spy, or see who can find the most products that start with the same letter as their name. Since I'm usually busy looking for groceries, they tend to win. That always helps.

5. Let them help

Get your kids involved in grocery shopping and they might find it to be a little more bearable. I pick out the items on my list and hand them over to them for placement in the cart. When they get older, I'll let them find the items on my list. As much as it drives me crazy, I've found that just letting them push the cart (as long as no other shoppers are in their path) goes a long way toward delaying a tantrum.

6. Turn it into a learning experience

Keep their minds busy and they won't remember what they were mad about in the first place. When we're grocery shopping, my kids and I like to talk about which foods are the healthiest choices, and my oldest child has started helping me figure out which item is the best deal. It may make our trip take a bit longer, but that's worth it if it's a quiet trip, right?

7. Bribe

It's not my favorite method, but if all else fails, it works. When the going gets tough, I promise my kids something small, like stickers, a cookie or an extra hour of TV time if they manage to make it through the store without any major infractions. If they make it, they learn that good behavior has rewards. If they don't they learn about consequences. Win-win.

8. Keep your calm

As hard as it might be, try to keep your calm while your kid is totally losing his. I know that if I'm visibly upset, they'll feed on that and things will only go downhill. Take deep breath, envision the giant glass of wine you've earned after bedtime, and approach your child with a calm voice and level head.

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But instead of the focus being on why this occurred — why women are the victims of violence at the hands of men all too often, what steps can be taken to stop men from brutally attacking, beating and killing women — the focus has been put on Vukotic. Why she was walking alone. Why she was wearing headphones. Why she wasn't paying attention to her surroundings. Why she wasn't more cautious.

Following Vukotic's death, Victorian detective inspector Mick Hughes took to ABC radio to advise people, "particularly females", about what it means to be cautious and "remain vigilant", suggesting women shouldn't be alone in parks. Women should basically stop walking around alone altogether, because by doing that, you're basically just asking for trouble.

Hughes later took back his comments, saying what he actually meant was that women should walk in packs — you know, safety in numbers.

"But if you're by yourself you need to be aware of your circumstances and take reasonable precautions," he said.

"I think it's a travesty that we have to do that, we should be able to walk anywhere at any time, but reality says that we can't."

Can't we?

I think it's safe to say women are very familiar with being aware of their circumstances and surroundings, particularly while they're alone. What woman doesn't walk home at night wondering if the man who rode by on the bike might come back with threats and physical abuse? What woman doesn't look over her shoulder when she hears a sound coming from behind as she walks a street alone? What woman doesn't worry about smiling at strangers while alone at night because they fear that a friendly smile might be taken the wrong way?

Just the other week, my partner came home from work one evening saying he saw a man hunched over on the side of the road. He asked the older gentleman if he was okay. He wasn't and said he'd pulled a muscle in his back and was struggling to make it back home after his walk. My partner accompanied him home.

I wondered if I, too, would have helped the man. Being aware of my surroundings, being cautious as a lone woman at night, perhaps I wouldn't have. And how sad that is.

I've often worried that being a woman puts me in a compromised position. Being a woman, alone, at night, even more so. Women are vigilant, cautious and careful. By our very nature, we are forced to think of our safety at all times of the day. And despite that, despite the precaution, the foresight and the vigilance, women are still killed.

No matter how well-intentioned Hughes' remarks were, having a male figure shift the focus from the perpetrator to the victim lets everyone down. Men and women alike. Let's shift the focus from blaming the victim to the perpetrator and pinpointing why violence like this happens in the first place and how to stop further violence against women like this from occurring.

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Apparently not. One schoolgirl asked her mum for a note to excuse her from PE and she got more than she bargained for. Now the genius letter has gone viral after the mother (known only as Sam) posted it on Facebook.

This was her response to her daughter's request: 

"Olivia has requested that I write her a note for PE. Here it is… Olivia is perfectly fit and well to take part in her PE lesson today. The only thing she's suffering with is a severe case of Bone-idle-itus! Olivia's complaint is, it's too cold to participate. Might I suggest a few extra laps to warm her up?? Please return to Olivia after reading."

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The picture of the note posted on Facebook, which has been shared several thousand times, was accompanied by the comment: 'Well here you go Olivia here's your note for PE, it will be sealed & in an envelope ready for her to hand to the head in the morning."

We don't think Olivia will be trying to get off PE again any time soon.

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1. "Was your mother a beaver? 'Cause damn!"

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2. "Your breasts remind me of Mount Rushmore — my face should be among them."

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3. "It's handy that I have my library card because I'm totally checking you out."

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4. "Did you just fart? Because you blow me away!"

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5. "Do you work at Subway? 'Cause you just gave me a foot-long."

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6. "Hey, girl. Are you German? 'Cause I wanna be Ger-man!"

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7. "I hear you're looking for a stud. Well, I've got the STD and all I need is you."

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8. "Are those space pants? Because your ass is outta control!"

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9. "Do you have a Band-Aid? 'Cause I scraped my knee falling for you."

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10. "Can you touch my hand? I want to tell my friends I've been touched by an angel."

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11. "If you were a Transformer, you'd be Optimus Fine."

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12. "I've lost my teddy bear! Can I sleep with you instead?"

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13. "Hey, baby. Want a raisin? Sorry, none left. Perhaps a date then?"

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14. "My doctor told me I'm missing vitamin U. Can you help me?"

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15. "Go on; feel my jacket. It's made of boyfriend material."

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16. "Hey, girl. Is your name Wi-Fi? Because we have a connection."

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17. "Baby, you're the next contestant in the game of love."

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18. "OK, I'm here. What do you want for your next wish?"

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19. "Excuse me. My friend over there is a little embarrassed. He'd like your phone number. He wants to know where he can get ahold of me in the morning."

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20. "You seem like the kinda girl who's heard every line in the book. So what's one more?"

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21. "Excuse me. I think you have something in your eye. Nope; it’s just a sparkle."

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22. "Remember me? Oh, that’s right, I’ve met you only in my dreams."

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23. "I have 4 percent battery remaining. I chose to message you. Did I choose wisely?”

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24. "Do you like pancakes? Well how about IHOP on that ass."

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25. "Do you believe in love at first sight? Or should I walk past again?"

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Contouring simply means applying a darker color to areas of the face you want to push back, and applying a lighter color, a highlighter or light-reflecting product, to high points of the face so that they pop out. Contour equals "bye;" highlighter equals "hi."

We've likely all seen the complicated cream highlight and contour techniques a la Kim Kardashian but let's be honest — that isn't realistic for everyday life, and no matter how great the results, time is of the essence for most of us.

I like to use powder products to highlight and contour, as they are easily controlled and very buildable. I use a completely matte bronzer, a blush and a shimmery powder highlighter for an everyday highlighted and contoured look that doesn't look insane in the boardroom or for a date night. Proper placement of product and the right brush make all the difference and give results that are naturally stunning.

Supplies:

• Matte bronzer
• Blush with minimal shimmer
• Powder highlighter
• Small, dense, domed-head brush
• Blush brush
• Small highlighter brush

Phase 1: Cheekbones and temples

I like to begin by creating a shadow beneath the cheekbone with a completely matte powder bronzer using a dense, small-head contour brush (I used The Balm's Bahama Mama). The guideline for placement is from the top of your ear, toward but not to the corner of your mouth. Stop at the edge of your eye. Now, place bronzer at your temples, moving in circular motions around the hairline and top of the forehead.

Phase 2: Jawline and nose

You can define your jawline by sweeping bronzer below the jawbone lightly. Be careful here as too much bronzer can be obvious and look like you have a sweet chinstrap.

If you want to thin a wide nose, sweeping the bronzer down the sides of the bridge creates the illusion of a more narrow appearance. Bring the shadow in further than the natural sides of your nose and remember to connect up to the brows.

Phase 3: Blush and highlighter

Now, add a pop of color to your cheeks with blush (I used Benefit Bella Bamba). Place the blush on the fullest parts of your cheek, blending back toward the hairline. The blush will be placed directly above the bronzer.

Then, it's time to pop out our features we love with a powder highlighter (I used The Balm's Mary Lou-Manizer). Sweep highlighter on the tops of the cheekbones and the small C-shape surrounding your eye. This will give the look of higher cheekbones and draw light to the eyes.

Phase 4: Finishing touches

Dust highlighter down the very center of your nose in a thin line, and pop a dot on the end of your nose for a more upturned appearance. You can add a little above your brow's arch for some lift, as well as above your cupid's bow above your top lip and in the center of the chin. These are all small areas that when highlighted make a huge difference.

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Growing up in a Cuban kitchen, every recipe started with the essential sofrito: a mixture of chopped onion, bell peppers and garlic. You can probably imagine the large amount of bell peppers I've gone through during the years, and how time consuming it can be to put this whole mixture together. And then I discovered this video.

Did you ever know how easy it can be to chop a bell pepper? Because I certainly didn't! You don't have to be Latina to appreciate this genius kitchen hack, since bell peppers are such a huge part of our culinary world these days.

I try to set myself up for a whole week of cooking by pre-chopping my bell peppers every Sunday night, so that I'll have easier access all week long. With this tip, it'll be even easier to make some of my favorite dishes. I'm looking at you, slow cooker cauliflower and roasted red pepper bisque. This is a dish that I made earlier in the year, and have been dying to try my hand at it again. And now it'll be easier this time around!

Once the weather gets warm, I fully plan to try this trick again with a scrumptious mozzarella, peppers and asparagus salad. Doesn't that just scream summer to you? It's one of my all-time favorite salads because... well, you can see.

Of course, I'll still always have a special place in my heart for stuffed peppers (like these cheesy baked enchilada stuffed bell peppers), but there's something great about adding plain old chopped bell peppers to your favorite recipes. Whether that's a spicy sausage tart for your next dinner party or a meaty egg and potato scramble in the morning, bell peppers are simply always in my fridge. And with this easy trick, they will remain there.

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But at that moment, while sneaking peeks at my mother's old book at night in my bedroom, I learned something crucial: There was a good possibility that sex wasn't going to be torture.

And that was a relief.

No one ever told me sex would hurt, that it was a sin, or even that sex was something boys were going to try and take away from you. As you can tell, I grew up in a fairly liberal home, at least where conversations about sex were concerned. But when girls, at such a young age, analyze the nuts of bolts (no pun intended) of our bodies, we're sometimes left with images of a "sharpened" penis and a vagina that, at age 12, might as well be a giant question mark with a hole somewhere in there where everything happens.

For many women, that first orgasm is also the first opportunity to see the possibility of connecting with someone in a way that will actually bring us pleasure. Unfortunately, not every girl easily experiences an orgasm. Some, like the subject in my mom's book, accidentally rubbed the right way and continued rubbing for years until she had the opportunity to teach the man or woman in her life to do the rubbing for her.

Others never learn how to masturbate or are taught that it's dirty and don't try. They then meet a man and expect he'll unlock the key to their sexual happiness, as if every single woman is exactly the same and we're all turned on by identical motions and fantasies.

If that's how we approach sex and our partners, we're setting them up for failure.

The same way a toddler has to be selfish before she learns how to share, we have to focus on our own bodies, all by our lonesome, before we're able to share and teach someone else how to love us.

The good news is, if you somehow skipped that stage and don't know where to begin, you certainly don't have to be 14 and sneaking around in your bedroom in order to find out what turns you on.

Pick a weekend. Clear your schedule. Then do any or all of the following: Visit a sex shop (with a friend if you're too embarrassed to go solo) and buy at least two toys (make sure a vibrator is one of them). Download a few movies that are, um, of interest to you. Not into visuals? No problem. Do your research ahead of time and find a hot book. Read about how to orgasm. Try different things with your fingers — try everything you read about. Think. Keep thinking. Allow insanely sexy thoughts to flood your brain. Nothing's happening? Then stop thinking for a second and let them come to you — they will.

You will find your thing if you give yourself that freedom and time alone and then have patience with yourself and be open to exploring you. You deserve to feel just as excited about sex and just as ravenous as your partner. And they deserve an opportunity to give you the kind of mind-blowing feelings you read about in books. It's a win-win.

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Thankfully, Schmitt has a few suggestions to right your path if you've gone off course.

Mistake #1: Too much commitment

Here's a shocking truth: All those hours at the gym may not pay off the way you'd like. "If you're doing an effective workout, there's no reason to spend three hours in the gym." Gym-goers, however, often choose quantity over quality, but Schmitt says you can obtain an effective workout in just a fraction of the time by choosing a 30-minute tabata of high-intensity interval training rather than hours on the treadmill.

Mistake #2: Death by cardio

We all know that a cardio workout is great for your heart, but it's possible to overdo it. "I see men and women spending over an hour on an elliptical or stationary bike, surrounded by a pool of sweat," Schmitt says. If you're getting burned out on cardio, know that you can achieve even better results by doing a quick interval routine instead.

Mistake #3: Sticking to a routine

A workout habit is great, but a workout routine may not be the best. "People will often do the same workout every time they are in the gym, without mixing it up," she explains. "If you do the same workout over and over, though, you'll stop seeing results." Instead of the same routine, mix it up by doing a leg day, an arm day and using a variety of cardio equipment.

Mistake #4: Too much screen time

All those selfies, texts and phone calls at the gym are only a distraction. "I have actually seen a lady in the gym that was there for over two hours, but she only worked out for 20 minutes," she says. "She took some pictures, answered texts, held a 20-second plank and then moved on to the next exercise." Put down the phone for a distraction-free, effective workout in less than 30 minutes.

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Mistake #5: Not asking questions

If you've ever felt like a deer in the headlights at a gym, Schmitt says you're not fooling anyone. "People wander around a lot, not knowing what to do and not asking questions." It doesn't have to be this way — many fellow athletes and trainers want to help, but you just have to open your mouth to ask the questions about how to properly use equipment or reach your fitness goals.

Mistake #6: Eating a mammoth snack

"A post-workout snack is great, but eating a mammoth muffin on your way out the gym door can negate everything you just worked hard for," Schmitt says. Unfortunately, gym-goers often view tasty treats as a reward for a job well done, but it's simply not worth it. Instead, refuel your body with lean proteins and complex carbs so you can see the results you want.

Mistake #7: Improper form

"The biggest mistake I see people make is improper form when exercising — on both cardio machines and free weights," Schmitt says. Troubleshoot this mistake by asking questions to the trainers and paying attention to what your body is telling you.

Mistake #8: Loud music

We know you have a rad workout playlist, but Schmitt cautions that you should avoid loud music so you can be courteous to others and not damage your hearing. "You cannot hear if someone is asking you something or if they need help," she says. Turn down the volume for a safer workout for everyone.

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"Lily Allen copies Kim Kardashian!" one article headline screamed. Um, really? Kardashian may be considered one of today's most influential celebrities — whether we like it or not — but she certainly isn't the first woman to go platinum blonde.

In actual fact Allen has been blonde several times before, back when Kardashian was still known for little more than being Paris Hilton's BFF and starring in a leaked sex tape.

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It's great that Kardashian is being a little more adventurous with her style choices, and has finally taken the plunge to move away from her trademark long brunette mane, but let's not be too hasty to label her as a trendsetter. Remember Allen was wearing trainers with prom dresses long before any fashionista had even tried on a pair of Adidas Gazelles.

So can we just let Lily have her new hair moment without mentioning the "K" word?

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Did her mothers mistreat her? No, not at all. In a long letter for The Federalist titled "Dear Gay Community: Your Kids Are Hurting," Heather admits that both her mother and her mother's partner treated her wonderfully. She spent her entire life, until her mid-20s, advocating for gay rights and marriage equality. But then she got married to a man and joined a church, and her whole perspective shifted. "It's only now, as I watch my children loving and being loved by their father each day," the mother of four explains, "that I can see the beauty and wisdom in traditional marriage and parenting."

Heather began as the product of a traditional marriage, but her mother came out as a lesbian and left her dad, after which he didn't come back around. She accepts this was his own choice, admitting, "My dad wasn't a great guy." She spent her childhood longing for a father, wondering where he had gone and what she had done wrong.

Now Heather says she doesn't want gay people to marry or have children, because those children might be sad like she was.

Wait, what?

Her blame here feels grossly misplaced. This is not the fault of the gay community. The only person to blame for Heather not having a father is Heather's father. Full stop. He chose to stay out of the picture. He abandoned her. He denied her a loving father-daughter relationship. Her mother and her partner did the best they could, but of course it couldn't ease that pain. Of course it could never replace his love.

But guess what?

This happens to children raised by straight parents every single day. I don't have enough fingers and toes to count all the people I know who grew up without a father. Divorce, loss, abandonment — these pains give no craps about anyone's sexual orientation.

Does she really think this pain is unique to children of same-sex parents?

She continues with a plea to be unsilenced. "Kids of divorced parents are allowed to say, 'Hey, Mom and Dad, I love you, but the divorce crushed me and has been so hard. It shattered my trust and made me feel like it was my fault.' Kids of adoption are allowed to say, 'Hey, adoptive parents, I love you. But this is really hard for me. I suffer because my relationship with my first parents was broken.'"

Yes. Absolutely. They are all allowed to say that. Just as Heather is allowed to say that growing up with two mothers — growing up without a father — left her feeling lonely and different and misunderstood. But it stops there. Her personal pain isn't enough reason to deny thousands of people the right to marry and raise children. It's infuriating that she assumes her experience — or should I say, her perception of it in hindsight — to be universal enough to warrant that.

Children of divorce — of whom there are untold millions — and children of adoption aren't out there picketing for a legalized end to a particular type of family unit. They have their pain, they have every right to their pain, but they aren't suggesting no one ever reproduce again because they weren't raised in the suburbs by the idealized nuclear family.

I feel for Heather. I am so sorry her father didn't show up. But she cannot hold her mothers — and the entire gay community — responsible. Sins of the father do not apply here.

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So you want a Greek burger? Easily make this version starring chicken. This delicious gluten-free recipe includes flavorful buns made from cauliflower, along with a creamy tzatziki sauce to drizzle over the top to round things out.

You'll love all the flavors in these burgers. Red bell pepper, spinach and olives are added to the burgers. I love the touch of saltiness the olives bring. The buns are a fun, gluten-free option and a great way to add extra veggies to your meal.

Greek chicken burgers with cauliflower buns and tzatziki recipe

These burgers (and buns and sauce) are really big on flavor. If you'd like to enhance things further, then add a little chopped mint to the burgers, and maybe some diced onion. You'll love the combination of burger, bun, sauce and feta cheese.

Yields 6

Prep time: 25 minutes | Cook time: 35 minutes | Total time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

For the buns

• 3 cups cauliflower, pulsed very small in a food processor
• 1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup almond meal or finely ground almonds
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Parchment paper

For the burgers

• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper, seeds and membrane removed
• 1/4 cup chopped black and green olives
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tablespoons almond meal or finely ground almonds
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• Nonstick cooking spray
• Crumbled feta, for garnish
• Tomato slices and red onion slices, for garnish

For the tzatziki

• 1/2 small cucumber, peeled and seeds removed, cut into slices
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 large garlic clove, sliced
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions:

For the buns

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. After pulsing the cauliflower in a food processor, add it to a microwave-safe bowl with 3 tablespoons of water. Microwave (to steam it) for 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Allow the cauliflower to cool to the touch, and then place it in a cheesecloth (or thin, clean dish towel). Work in a few batches. Twist the cloth or towel, and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Add the cauliflower to a mixing bowl.
4. Add the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese to the cauliflower, along with the almond meal, garlic and egg. Mix well to combine. Add the dried oregano, salt and black pepper, and mix well.
5. Divide the mixture, and form it into 12 (5-inch) rounds about 1/2 inch thick (6 for the bottoms and 6 for the tops of the buns).
6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden. Flip, and bake for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven, and let cool. Keep the oven on for the burgers.

For the burgers

1. Lightly spray a baking sheet with the nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. To a medium bowl, add the chicken, spinach, bell pepper, olives, garlic, almond meal, salt and peppers. Use your hands to mix it until combined.
3. Divide the mixture, and shape it into 6 (5-inch) rounds about 1/2 inch thick. Place on the baking sheet so they're not touching.
4. Bake at 400 degrees F on 1 side for 8 to 10 minutes, then flip, and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes or until done. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services notes that a safe internal temperature for ground chicken is 165 degrees F, as measured by a meat thermometer.
5. Remove from the oven, and serve warm on the buns, garnished with feta cheese, onions, tomatoes and tzatziki sauce.

For the tzatziki

1. To a food processor, add all the ingredients, and blend until smooth.
2. Taste, and adjust the seasonings as needed.
3. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Menzel has traded her signature dark brown/black locks for a frosty shade of blond fit for none other than Elsa herself. She captioned the selfie, "Look what me and my girl @jtfranchuk did today. Needed a change. Loving it! #brunettetoblonde #blondehairdontcare."

In her fabulous fur coat, she is sure to not be bothered by the cold, not that it bothered her anyway. (Get it?)

The transformation comes just a short time after the official confirmation of the Frozen sequel, Frozen Fever.

The major change proves the singer and actress who looked fabulous while covered in green face paint as Elphaba in the Broadway hit Wicked can literally pull off any look and still be a total bombshell.

Of course, now this begs the question: Are we finally gearing up for the Broadway stage rendition of Frozen that has long been whispered and rumored?

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