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Some do, you're right. I do both In the winter, no sweat, and if I wasn't in a smelly area (like a bar) the steam/mist I have is well enough. If it requires more, I do the self dry-clean thing and some "dry-clean onlys" I actually handwash and flat dry. It would be too much to do it all at once, so I take 5 minutes every day and do whatever I wore that day, or if it needs more, put it in that seperate section hanging above the laundry basket in my hunny's closet. And I wanted you to know my methods... Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

What the hell do you think they do at the dry cleaners? They STEAM! I do exactly what they do. Most of my clothes can not be washed, except the jeans, shorts, etc. I mentioned. Nearly everything I own is dry-clean only--even my "dog park" clothes that I buy at the outlets Yes & no. I shower, if that's what you're asking But, I do conserve, am very into animal-rights and making love not war My general fashion is "classy hippie". In other words, I dress hippie up I keep the thrift stores in stock, but don't stock my closests with thrifty. Animal-friendly couture is costly. I do own some leather, but I also own (and due to the recent epidemic have worn often) a T-shirt that says "Mean People Wear Fur". You'll never figure me out or be able to label me. I dare you Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

I only use---actually I don't know what it is---it is really gentle, animal-friendly, no crazy additives. Bleach is bad for the environment. But........I use it, too occasionally---somehow my hunny's socks just WON'T stay white w/out it Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

That's terrible My friend died doing that OK, not really. But he could have and then you would have felt really bad Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

What is with the warm water?

B/c it still uses almost the same energy. AND you still have to dry it and my stuff dries faster if there are more things in it (but not overstuffed) than just one shirt flopping around over and over I don't wash most of my clothes, except jeans, shorts, etc. I refuse to dry clean, too. I have a steamer that works GREAT. Most all of my hunny's clothes get washed, though. Between him and the animals and our towels (we go through a lot of towels washing the dog and living at the beach) I have 3 loads/week! Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

Nonsense. And pay shipping? I INSIST you come out this way. Dinner is on us. I LOVE going out to dinner & drinks. It's my fave Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

Why, thank you Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

Shhhhhh, don't give away my secret beachside location or I'll have to punish you. Wait, you might enjoy that... As for my closet? This can be arranged. My clothing atelier is overstocked. I have no room for the new, unless I break my at least 1-inch between hangars rule For proper preservation, there MUST be air & space between the fabrics. I have two walk-in closets full and that's AFTER I just donated a truck-load to a friend-of-a-friend in need. I don't know what to do. These are difficult times...to part or not to part...to buy new or not to buy... Oh geez, now I need a drink Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

LOVED the standards. I was happy with everyone, except Ms. Pickler. Sadly, her charm has worn off for me. I can't stand that I must concede Ace sang well, but so-help-me if I were Ryan Seacrest I would have cut that ridiculous pony-tail of his right off! McPhee brought tears to my eyes. She was spectacular! And, as always, absolutely gorgeous That's my take... Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

We actually have a spot in the closet for "gifts to be re-gifted" You know....for that unexpected occassion you feel obligated to bring something, but wouldn't actually inconvenience yourself to take the time to run out--or more importantly, waste the money I make no apologies! If you want something, buy it yourself. Dont' rely on others and PLEASE don't throw a "house-warming" party---I mean, just come out and say "after buying the house, can't afford to stock it, please bring supplies". If I got an invitation that said the latter, I might actually take the time and money out of respect for honesty Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

I refuse to do this! I'm a conservationist! Run a load that is not full? NEVER! You must risk it. Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

You're kidding, right?

My boyfriend's family is the opposite. They'll actually encourage the habit. I have yet to go one Christmas w/out getting liquor or liquor-related accessories from my mother-in-law. Hey, I'm mostly German! I think I had beer in my bottle as a child. I certainly remember there not being anything else in the cooler on family road trips, and when you're 8 and you're thirsty.... The funny thing is, I can't remember the last time I was "drunk". But, I do drink daily

You're hilarious. And, I don't know My guess would be whites if you do not bleach, mixed/darks if you do. Good luck. You'll be in my prayers Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

I know! I mean what a waste--the GOOD pills are already perferated down the middle for easy splitting Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

This game sounds like fun! Traffic might not stop, though---with the insanely dark fake-tanning they might blend in with the pavement upon falling off. Oh well, that's just a risk we'll have to take. Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

Tonight I am having grilled salmon & veggies Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

NO! It's the arms that prop me up against....nevermind And, I actually knew a guy who had that done, too. I wish I were kidding Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

Exactly! You'd think that'd be obvious, but unfortunately to some it's not The funny thing is...after all that...my hunny prefers when I do EVEN LESS than I do now. He loves me, literally, fresh out of the shower. I'm like "Babe. I HAVE to moisturize!" (and apply mascara---it's my weakness--I will NOT be seen w/out mascara and I wear the waterproof kind often in the summer) Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

On the same subject, different note: It IS becoming a widespread epidemic. I have worked in sales as my main source of income since college. My previous company (same industry) actually HAD A DISCOUNT PLAN FOR BOTOX!!! It can be important in sales to be "aesthetically pleasing". I use that phrase, b/c my old manager actually described me that way to a customer once. But, to have a discount plan for your employees for botox (and other) things of that nature??? Most of the women LOVED it. I found it nauseating Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

I've seen girls who do look beautiful after, too. But, I didn't see anything wrong with the before One of my favorite memories is of a college roomate who had A-cups and was having a breast enhancement. I got to fully examine & feel the before & after She had a nice job. She didn't go too big, a small C, if you will. (that was the fun part...now for the downside....) But, frankly her A's did not look bad to me. She was such a small girl--she had an eating disorder---I think "Good grief! Eat just a little something and you'll have a B and still be thin, silly." But, you can't say that---her case might be more extreme than others, but my point is there is something else that triggers the "need" to have such things done for "better self-esteem" Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

Agreed. And frankly, when I DO see women with smile lines around their lips and eyes, etc. they look MORE beautiful to me than those who obviously look like they've never before smiled, or obviously had something done. I don't know...I've been called a liar when I've said the above before, but it's true. I really do LOVE the look of a woman (or man) who looks as if he/she has LIVED AND taken care of themselves.

Oh, hunny. I know that, silly! I was referring to the girls (or guys, I suppose) with NO breathing issues, but give that as a reason. After the 4th girl in a circle of friends has her nose done and claims it was for "breathing reasons" you know someone is full of shit Again, I find the epidemic annoying, not the people who have it done. I know very good/wonderful/fun people who have had plastic surgery. I disagree with their reasons for having it, but I don't knock them for it. To each their own. My best friends in life are of the same opinion as me regarding plastic surgery. OK, so I only claim 2 girls as "best friends" in my life, but the three of us are in cahoots at our age of 25---we have already started making sure to take care of ourselves, what we eat, work out, sunblock, drink lots-o-water, etc. to prevent premature aging. Yes, I do those things for overall health, mostly, but I'd be lying to say I don't do them b/c I want to age gracefully. I want to age gracefully. I believe I can---my OMA looked like an angelic goddess when she passed, but she was very good to herself. We all have our vices, but you can still take care of yourself and especially take care of your mind to learn to overcome the real issues behind wanting plastic surgery. I wasn't born with my confidence, I had to cognitively learn to change my natural behaviors when faced with pressures of any kind, not just physical. Everyone does. Some have to work harder than others, but the easy way out is typically not the healthiest. This is my soapbox... Welcome Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

I'll back you up, Bobbi. I'm not saying it's the greatest thing for kids to watch, but I think parents should drop in once in a while to get a clue. I was born in the 80s and have never missed a season of the Real World, starting from 1992 when it debuted. I even wanted to be on it, but was always so busy with other things I was not willing to give up to send in a tape. I mean, you have to have an element of "free time" to go on a reality show. I can't tell you whether watching MTV growing up impacted me for better or worse, but in contrast to John's comment, I can assure you I turned out OK Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.