Question(s) For The Ladies (and guys)

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A really good friend of mine had a breakup of sorts recently, and is really down and depressed. I’m not sure, but I’m almost certain that she has been told that it’s over for good. I’m one of her best friends, and I want to make her a break-up bag/basket/box/whatever. I’m gonna put stuff in it, but I need to know what specific movies/teen magazines for 18 something girls will be best for the box? I want to focus on funny movies and non-romantic pop culture magazines. Also, she isn’t excessively girly/ a tomboy. Somewhere in between.

Plot twist- I am also madly in love with her and kept that from her because she was really happy with her partner. I’m being the really good friend right now and staying that course, but what if I want to progress things in the future? How can I be a really awesome friend, yet at the same time plant a seed for maybe something more down the road? (She asked me if I liked her and of course I said yes, so she knows, now.) Any and all advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

asked September 24, 2013

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Umm. Since she has just been through a breakup, you could give her some more time to get over her previous relationship. Try being a friend now, because that is what she needs the most- A FRIEND. If you have feelings for her, make it known. Tell her about the way you feel. If you want a future, well you have to take the first initiative. But everything has it's time. This is definitely not the right time to think about that future however, eventually, yes you have a go. As far the pop culture magazines and movies are in question, i cannot really give you an advice. Every girl has her own specific choice. You could just ask her female friends about her likes in movies and magazine. Good luck. :)
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Films? Hmmm... -Dude Where's My Car? -Ace Ventura Pet Detective. Well, anything Jim Carey really. -Happy Gilmore. Well, anything with Adam Sandler really. -Shrek is always good! -Mean Girls? etc. Magazines I'm not really sure. I'm into The Walking Dead comics and stuff like that.This is slightly off topic, but have you ever heard of "Wreck This Journal"? If not look it up. It's such a good little book.Sorry I wasn't really much help, but this is such a cute idea and I wanted to help you! Good luck buddy!
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I'm not going to be anything except a really good friend for a while. She knows I like her, and at this point, I'm doing my best to keep her occupied by texting her and calling and hanging out this weekend. I'm not looking to be her rebound or something like that. At this point I'm focused on helping her through this and takin her mind off things. Thanks for the suggestions, any more would be fantastic and just icing on the cake. Thanks, guys!
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Well the fact that she is still hanging around with you after you have made your feelings known and she is in this stage is a pretty good start. Everyone is different so suggestions for gifts are kind of difficult on this end. It's almost Halloween so maybe focus on a themed gift basket to make it a little bit easier. Hocus Pocus, stuff like that. Pumpkin treats. Cute cat stuffies. Girls like food and cute things, generally. Can't go wrong with those things. Magazines are not so good since they are usually just full of garbage and sex tips which I doubt she wants. Keep being there for her and maybe, if the stars align, things will work out in your favor and hers. And I hope that it's the same. Good luck!
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jackie Chan movies are great! funny/silly without too much romance. Mell Brooks is also good. Definitly put some choclate and fun snacks in too! cooking something yourself shows you care becuase you took the time (but only if you can cook without burning/messing it up). Tea hotchoclate and coffee are also very comforting drinks if she likes any of them. Warmth. themed ones are even better, apple chai tea or pumpkin spice coffee.
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Is there anything you know she's specifically nerdy about or really into, like a certain show or movie or book series? You could get her stuff relating to that and also it would help you know what other kinds of movies/books/etc. she would be into. You could also get her some gifty relaxation things, like if she lives somewhere with a tub get her something from Lush (or another bath product if you don't have a Lush), or other relaxing beauty things like face masks or an aromatherapy lotion for relaxation (Sephora, Bath and Body Works, and other beauty stores have this type of thing). Maybe some tea and some candy or cookies or other sugary food. Girls tend to crave sweets when they're sad for whatever reason. It's great of you to be a friend! Even though she knows you like her, I would be strictly friend-like until you know she's totally over this. She's going to be vulnerable right now. Make sure when you give her the basket it's presented as a friend thing, maybe with a card that says something about your friendship.