Dear Tim,
Okay. It’s here — swimsuit season. I don’t even know what to ask you. But, help. — “BATHING SUIT BLUES”
Dear “BLUES,”
No need to worry. Swimsuits are definitely a bother to shop for, but it’s not impossible. First, on a strictly emotional level, we all have to realize that only one out of every 100 of us will look like that picture you cut out of a magazine and bring with you to the store. Okay. With that said, let’s get to the good stuff. First, white is your best friend. It makes you look tanner than you actually are. However, if you aren’t tan at all, you will look naked and washed out. Dark colors, lined suits and small prints generally are slimming. Light colors, flimsy fabrics and shinier suits add dimension to slimmer figures. For those of you with big “friends,” you need to find a suit that has a support lining. Otherwise, you are going to flash someone — no questions asked. Don’t forget, the tanner you are, the fitter you look. Tans naturally draw out your muscle definition. So, don’t freak when you are looking at the whitest ass you have ever seen in the dressing room. Try to picture yourself with a little tan. That will help. Don’t be afraid to be methodical. Bring lots of suits in the dressing room. You are sure to find at least one you like. And, most important of all, if you aren’t comfortable enough to walk out of the dressing room in it, you won’t feel comfortable on the beach or at the pool. Note: If anyone needs me to help them find a swimsuit or be their dressing room partner, I will gladly lend my services.
Dear Tim,
My roommate stays out really late and usually comes in trashed. She and I are good friends, but I am sick of having to wake up and take care of her. What do I do? — “MAD IN MILLER”
Dear “MAD,”
Ah yes. I knew this one would come up one of these days. First, you have to be a friend. The second you start judging her about her nightly habits, things will turn ugly. Without being too sarcastic, tell her you have a huge test you need to study for and you really need all the peace and quiet you can get. If she still decides to disrespect your wishes, get her other friends to start taking care of her. Tell her other friends she needs to stay with them for the evening. A lot of people have to deal with situations like this. The best results surface when people like you are understanding and patient. Either people like your roomie will decide to stop or they will wear out their welcome. After she disrespects you a few times, stop helping her. She needs to realize that she has to learn to take care of herself. Don’t get walked on. You have goals and if she gets in the way of those goals, you have to step up and tell her off. You can make other friends — I guarantee it.