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About me - Rebecca Miller

I'm a 27 year old mature student. I have gone back to university for the second time to study Contemporary Design.

Prior to this I've had various jobs, my most recent working in retail for a well known high street label.

I often blog on my myspace page, writing

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Arts & Humanities > Marketing & Selling Writing How can I make my CV stand out to employers?: 1 of 7
I recently worked for a retail company that would receive maybe 50-60 CV's a week. So I have seen a lot of CV's. First and foremost, do not go over the top. Keep your font plain, not flashy. Plain white paper is fine, not coloured. Don't use silly borders. But most important is to always, always check your spelling and proof... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Commentary Are online daters real couples?: 5 of 33
I have personal experience of dating online. I've met a lot of friends and potential lovers online. But I have always viewed my online relationships as close friendships until I meet that person, in person. You can definitely connect with someone online. Feel a strong emotional bond with them and care about them. You often l... More..
Entertainment > Characters & Performances Johnny Depp or Gene Wilder's version of Willy Wonka: 15 of 60
Roald Dahl was my favourite author as I was growing up. In fact when I heard of his death I remember crying in front of the television. He was the most wonderful storyteller and such a soft spoken and warm individual. Of course I loved the Gene Wilder version of Willy Wonka when I was younger, who wouldn't. It was colourful,... More..
Style & Beauty > Cosmetic Procedures If somebody provided the money, would you get plastic surgery?: 1 of 4
For me the answer is no. To be honest I can think of far more interesting way's to spend the money then on plastic surgery. To me, I am happy with the way I look. At the end of the day this is the way I was born and this is the way my body has grown. Sometimes I consider what my breasts might look like if they were a little ... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs Adultery: Affairs are a "forgivable sin": 40 of 116
Having never been married I cannot speak for adultery as such. But being in several relationships where I have had my partner cheat on me, I do have a view on this matter. I do by no means believe it is ever right to cheat on someone you are in a relationship with. Although I do understand that we are human and we all suffer... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Safety Should everyone have the right to be a parent?: 11 of 26
As a woman who has decided not to have children I seem to get a hard time. I have people tell me 'oh you'll change your mind' or 'of course you'll want children.' The thing is, not only have I never had any desire to have children. I have actually thought long and hard about why I feel this way. I've made my decision based o... More..
Style & Beauty > Clothing Tips & Advice When thongs are wrong: Underwear alternatives that aren't granny panties: 5 of 11
I don't think I've owned a thong since maybe the year 2000. When I was younger, thong's were the underwear to buy. It was what older women wore, it was a little bit risky and fun. You could get them in every colour and pattern and they even sold them in the young shops I liked to shop in. Then of course came the French Knick... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating (Other) Just how much does physical appearance matter in dating: 9 of 19
A lot! Okay, let me elaborate a bit before you call me superficial. I've dated all types of different guy's. Skinny, fat, podgy, little bit ugly and great looking. But what it's all about is how 'you' feel about them. What you see is different to what someone else sees. I can think a guy is really cute but my friend thinks t... More..
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Should the federal government set a national age for sexual consent for teens?: 14 of 24
Living in England we have a country wide law that states it is illegal to have sex with a minor. A minor is classed as anyone who is under the age of consent. And that age of consent is sixteen. Whilst it is always down to the individual person as to when they feel ready to have sex. The law is mainly there to protect childr... More..
Style & Beauty > Clothes (Other) Most embarrassing clothing disasters you've experienced or observed: 11 of 18
Working in retail I have witnessed first hand some of the most embarrassing aspects of fashion. Whether it be the older woman dressing too young or the younger woman dressing too old. Clothes too tight, too short or just too ghastly. Some disasters are just too shocking to not stare at, and I can remember one such instance. ... More..