Dec 21st 2010 By Paula Kashtan

Matrix, the Digital Soundbox

Use Matrix by clicking different squares to create a melody, then watch it repeat itself over, and over, and over ... That's it!

Dec 21st 2010 By Whit Honea

Wild & Free Niteshirt Giveaway!

cotton spandex niteshirt"All good things are wild and free."
-Henry David Thoreau

To be fair, Thoreau would probably cringe at the idea of us using his quote to talk about material things, but come on, it's great material. We're talking about Wild and Free Clothing's groovy niteshirt in soft cotton spandex. Thoreau didn't know squat about spandex.

One lucky Lemondrop reader is going to win a good thing, the Wild and Free butterfly niteshirt (pictured). Yes, that's how they spell niteshirt; deal with it.

Wild and Free Clothing are just about to launch their website, so bookmark it! You can be the first kid on the block to check it out when it goes live. In the meantime you can find Wild and Free at better department stores and fine boutiques nationwide.

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Dec 21st 2010 By Teresa Wu

Lemondrop Shots -- The Best of the Web, On Us

eyemask12 handy gifts for the jet-setter in your life. (TheGloss)

How not to gain the holiday 100. (CollegeCandy)

Did you miss the 9 craziest sex headlines of 2010? (TheFrisky)

6 easy tips for weather-proofing your skin this winter season. (HotBeautyHealth)

Last-minute shopping got you frazzled? Check out this list of gift ideas. (FashionPulseDaily)

Dec 21st 2010 By Liz Scott

What to Do When You Only Have the 'Weird Feeling' He's Cheating

Recently, America's former favorite busty clairvoyant, the (now-canceled) "Ghost Whisperer"'s Jennifer Love Hewitt, dished to the gals on "The View" about she was cheated on for three-quarters of a two-year relationship. Ouch. "I knew in my gut that something was going on," said J. Love. "You have to trust [that instinct] ..."

What to do when you have that same, sinking feeling that yours is not the only pillow your man has been fluffing? When you listen to that Whitney Houston "It's Not Right, But It's OK" song and suddenly find yourself relating to it? Should you just ignore it? Or go Jessica Fletcher on his ass and start snooping around, looking for concrete clues and confirmation that his recent interest in personal hygiene and the number of times he "accidentally" forgets to turn his cell phone on are actually indicators that he's cheating on you?

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Dec 21st 2010 By Emily Tan

Who Did This Cry Baby Grow Up to Be?

While she might like your typical young cryer, this littler girl ended up using her vocal chords for more than wanting mommy. The daughter of a film director and the original Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, her talents led her to win a Grammy, Oscar, Tony, Emmy. She recently made a special appearance in this year's "Sex and the City 2." Click to find out who she grew up to be!

Dec 21st 2010 By Emerald Catron

How to Online Date More Safely (Hint -- Hire a Spy!)

Online dating becoming saferDo you love the thrill of online dating but hate that the person you're sharing your spaghetti with miiiiiiiiiight be a sex offender?

You're not alone. The New York Times recently took a peek into the slew of apps, agencies and laws are springing up to deal with issues like that one.

Companies promising $10 background checks for people who don't think Google will tell them everything they need to know about that charmer they met on OkCupid are just the beginning -- apps like Date Check promise to give you the lowdown in the time it takes to go to the bathroom and "redo your lip gloss."

So now you know that your date might not only be running a background check on you when he goes to the bathroom -- he could also be putting on lip gloss in there.

The state of New York passed the Internet Dating Safety Act, which requires dating sites to post helpful common-sense safety tips for their users, like "meet in a public place," and that goes into effect later this month. So it seems (for residents of New York, New Jersey, and other states with similar legislation) the world of online dating just became a little bit less like the Wild West and a little bit more like someplace where you might not accidentally go out for cocktails with a pedophile. Cheers to that!

Dec 21st 2010 By Teresa Wu

What Would Be on Top of Your 'Dream Wish List'?

diamondWhat do high-maintenance girlfriends want for Christmas this year? For starters, new Louboutins and $1,100 Hermés blankets, according to this anonymous wish list discovered on Metro North by a blogger's brother. While the blogosphere is having a good laugh at the horrific display of materialism, we'll admit it's satisfyingly voyeuristic to see what a spoiled girlfriend can hope for under the tree this year. It got us wondering: Not that you ladies would ever write one, but if someone were to find your wish list of shamelessly frivolous desires -- what would be at the top of it?

Dec 21st 2010 By Nicole Fasolino

Last-Minute Christmas Gifts -- Pick Something Pretty From BaubleBar!

This is when severe panic starts to set in for those holiday shoppers, like myself, who have yet to buy for anyone besides themselves.

Yes, it's true. I'm a last-minute shopper and a selfish one at that. It's mostly because I have commitment issues and am always hoping to find better. At a better price.

Well, today a finely accessorized angel by the name of BaubleBar came my way. Yes, drenched in silver and gold and pearls and crystals, 'tis a website dedicated to a huge selection of costume jewelry -- stuff that everyone from your mom, to your best friend, to your left wrist will be beyond stoked to be rocking.

Need some help on what to buy? The Crystal Mesh Bib necklace is aching to be worn by your friend who lives to be dressed like a princess.

And your bestie who is only happy on the beach? Get her the daintily sweet Anchor Pendant. I can guarantee your mom will be shocked and proud when she opens a box of Black Pearls.

The best part, we're giving you three chances to win your dream piece from BaubleBar. All you need to do is head to their website now and sign up for their mailing list, which will send you amazing deals and insider information. For two more chances to win, follow them on Twitter and again on Facebook.

Happy holidays indeed!