Manzone Tag

This may be a little uptight of me, maybe nit-picky or even considered OCD, but there are things in a relationship that just get to me. I’m sure I’m not the only one that has this problem. Highly likely, everyone does, but I’m not a mind reader. This is my list of absolute NOs. All of them are specific instances from past relationships, but as general ideas they can be viewed as just no’s for many a couple. I’m not a dog; don’t make that kissy noise at me. AllRead More

1.  Make your bed. Good morning and congratulations!  You woke up again, and you only pressed snooze twice! Ever heard of the expression, “Messy bed, messy head?”  For me, this simple saying makes all the sense.  The mindless act of putting your bed together sets the tone for a productive, calm day.  It just does.  Prepare a fresh start to the day by respecting your space.  And floss your teeth while you’re at it.  People forget to do that.   2.  Smile at strangers. I once heard a wise manRead More

-Sarah Hyland- Twitter: @Sarah_Hyland Instagram: therealsarahhyland Known for: Starring as Haley Dunphy on ABC’s Modern Family. -If you’ve ever watched Modern Family, and odds are you have, you’ve probably noticed the gorgeous actress who plays the Dunphy family’s eldest daughter. Meet Sarah Hyland. This up-and-coming actress is stunning and hilarious, and gives off the sort of vibe that makes you want to propose to her on the spot. If you feel that way, your odds are looking up, since Hyland just broke up with her boyfriend of five years. Don’t get too down,Read More

Next month I turn 27, which is definitely not an abnormal age during which to be single, but a lot of people in their late 20s are in serious relationships. Many of them are married and own homes and have created children (whereas I go months without getting laid and the most valuable thing I own is a five-year-old laptop computer). So now some people view it as curious that someone my age is single. They want to know why I still am. And why I have been for theRead More

-Milana Vayntrub- Twitter: @MintMilana Instagram: mintmilana Website: http://www.milanavayntrub.com/ Known for: Being that really hot girl you have a crush on, “Lily,” in recent AT&T commercials, appearing in a number of short comedy films. -I first became aware of this hottie through the aforementioned AT&T commercials, and I had to look her up. What I found was a gorgeous lady that also has a sparkling sense of humor, which you can see for yourself in any number of her videos for CollegeHumor. Since “Lily” has been such a hit on the commercialRead More

Maybe you think you’re helping, but the thing is, we’re all becoming awesome individuals according to our own standards, desires, beliefs, and values. So these lists — Things That You Should Know lists, regardless of which gender it’s directed at — have to stop.  I’m far from being a Helen of Troy, but I’ve never sat at home and scratched my head (or balls), wondering what I needed to change in order to be more attractive to others.  I guess it’s cute that people are trying to help, and IRead More

I’m turning 27 soon. I wouldn’t say that qualifies me as old, but just like anyone else, I am definitely getting older. And I’m starting to feel it. There are signs I encounter almost daily. Here are some of the signs I’ve experienced or witnessed that indicate you are getting older and/or maturing:   You look back on the not-so-distant past, like when you were in late high school or college, and wish that you could travel back in time, slap yourself in the face, and scream “STOP BEING SUCH ARead More

Christina Meissner is our CoverGirl for October 2014. This gorgeous San Diego resident will help make your transition into the Fall a little more smooth. Learn more about Christina below, right down to what Halloween costumes she’s planning on donning this year, and then check out eleven stunning photos of this brunette beauty below! And as always, make sure to follow Christina on Instagram to get a little more of her in your life!   -Christina Meissner- Height? 5′ 10” Weight? 128 Natural Hair Color? Brown, I only dyed my hair once in high school for a modelingRead More

-Kristen Renton- Twitter: @KristenRenton Instagram: kristenrenton Known for: Playing porn star Ima on FX’s Sons of Anarchy, having a recurring role on Days of Our Lives. -I’m obsessed with Sons of Anarchy, and as the series comes to a close this year with the (incredible) Season 7, I thought it was high time I give the spotlight to the most beautiful girl on the show – even if she does play a psychotic porn star. Kristen Renton is the lovely lady who portrays Ima on the brutal FX series, and while she’s hadRead More

Somewhere along the line you fell into The Gap. And, without really wondering why this had happened, you eventually resigned yourself to not ever making your way back out. #dressnormal, I guess. You have way more negative opinions on pumpkin spice flavored beverages and pumpkin spice scented paraphernalia than is warranted or reasonable, and your reason isn’t that you have something against gourds or that you don’t very much enjoy the autumnal time of the year, but because you feel like you should be against all of these things becauseRead More

-Olivia Brower- Instagram: oliviabrower_ Known for: Being a gorgeous fashion model with No Ties Management, and appearing in advertisements for Urban Outfitters, Brandy Melville, and Nordstrom, amongst others. -I first stumbled across Olivia Brower through the Instagram of model Alexis Ren, who previously appeared as a WCW here at Writtalin. And you know what? I think Olivia might be the more gorgeous of the two ladies. Check out some gems from her Instagram below, and enjoy. Happy Wednesday!                        Read More

Senior year of college, Fall semester, I was packing up after my poetry final when the guy who sat across from me all semester walked up. Thinking he was not seeking my attention I stuffed the rest of the cookie my professor handed out as inspiration into my mouth. He was indeed seeking my attention and proceeded to compliment me and ask for my number. I nearly spit out the cookie. He and I had only made contact once in the class and boy was I a hungover mess thatRead More

While good-intentioned, the article 3Things You Never Say to a  Lady is actually  in itself, if not male bafoonery, then an example of a communication breakdown.  Good for you for realizing the idiocy of some of your male peers, but if you want to treat women right then you might need to re-evaluate the reasons behind your behaviors.  Don’t change the subject about weight in order to avoid saying something you’ll regret, or passively agree for the sake of keeping the peace, or offer to pay simply because you areRead More

The whole Ray Rice thing has got me to thinking… In general, guys don’t know how to treat ladies anymore. I’m not equating every dude out there to Ray Rice by any means, but even in simple ways I see a lot of men drop the ball. I call it male bafoonery. In commercials, I see men being portrayed as patsy morons. Even walking the streets of LA (okay, from my car) I see moronic behavior. Guys not holding the door open for others, especially for women and the elderly. GuysRead More

Danielle Lo is our CoverGirl for September 2014. As Summer starts to wind down, we wanted to keep things hot with this Californian babe. Learn a little more about Danielle below and then check out a few sizzlin’ photos she took for us. And of course, make sure to see much more of Danielle on her incredibly popular Instagram and Twitter pages!   -Danielle Lo- Height? 5’5″ although I’m told I could pass for 5’7″ 🙂 Weight? 100 lbs Natural Hair Color? Brown Single or Taken? Off the market!   How would you pick yourself up at a bar? Definitely don’t use a cheesy pick up line. Maybe introduce yourself and seeRead More