2. THE GIRL'S GUIDE TO ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING, Melissa Kirsch
This book really lives up to it's title. When Kirsch says everything, she means EVERYTHING.
From the Spinach-on-the-Tooth Rule (I'm not kidding on this one) to what to do when you feel like crying at work (or this one!), it covers pretty much every aspect of the modern girl's life.
At first, the all text and no pictures layout, tiny illustrations and sidebars can be too much for the eyes and a tad overwhelming. I suggest you tackle it by chapters. Don't go specifically for the subtitles that first get your attention and think might apply to you. You'll be surprised with the very useful practical advise you might find under retirement plans.
This girl has thought of everything. From the thirteen essentials of table etiquette and how to get a haircut you don't hate, to e-mail etiquette, how to act when you're home for the holidays, the pros and cons of casual booty, the woman's sexual bill of rights, dating on the job, questions to ask a potential roommate, the buying vs. leasing debate, checkbook balancing, to choosing the right bra size and why you really must quit smoking today.
I love that Kirsch goes beyond all beauty, lifestyle and etiquette guides I've read. Sure knowing all about the latest beauty trends and makeup applying tricks is much more fun than considering ways of advancing in your career or evaluating whether you should buy a new or used car, but let's be realistic: in your real day to day life, you'll be faced with these less than fun dilemmas more often than whether you should ever wear a fannypack (also in the book...A No No from ALL perspectives!)
Kirsch's guide IS everything; a witty, helpful, practical, insightful, empowering, straight to the point, laugh out loud useful survival guide to adult life: not to mention it would make a great gift for your girl friends!
XO
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