Word: musts
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...that doesn't necessarily mean that parents have only one shot at getting it right. To make things easier, and to take some of the pressure off the situation, say experts, parents should think about sex talks as an ongoing dialogue, rather than one uncomfortable discussion that they must cross off their list. And they should keep in mind that they've probably internalized the same discomfort and avoidance that their own parents displayed in talking about sex - but sex talks needn't be so fraught. Experts also say that parents should discuss certain issues with their children...
...sensation Bat Boy can soon be found at the New College Theatre. “Bat Boy: The Musical” follows the half-human, half-bat phenomenon as he is taken from a cave in small-town West Virginia and taught to integrate himself into society. Bat Boy must fight his natural animal instincts as he discovers family, friendship, and love amongst the townspeople...
...story of a young girl, the opera’s namesake, as she wanders lost and alone in the desert. Thirsty and desperate, Shulamis lets herself down an empty well in search of water. Trapped underground, she is saved by Avsholem, a handsome and courageous young man. Though Avsholem must continue his journey to Jerusalem with his servant Tsigitang, the young hero promises to marry Shulamis upon his return. While Avsholem disregards his vow and establishes a comfortable life in Jerusalem, Shulamis clings to the memory of her beloved and fakes madness in order to discourage suitors. The story follows...
...interesting—questions that the vampire myth raises. For one thing, the modern construction of the vampire no longer involves the idea that immortality comes with a price. Our society is no longer one in which eternal damnation is a huge concern, but the question of whether one must give up one’s soul in order to live forever remains compelling. Without some kind of sacrifice, like losing one’s humanity or having to prey on one’s former equals, it isn’t terribly clear why staying human is a wise...
Instead of grappling with their monstrous natures, modern vampire characters are instead kept busy with relationship problems (Edward must explain to Bella that they can’t have sex because he’ll break her bones) or civil-rights issues (“True Blood” vampires demand the right to enter the same bars as humans). Despite their undead status, they can be charming gentlemen and lead fulfilling lives complete with loving girlfriends to boot...