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		<title>Overcoming Procrastination</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 05:39:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Procrastination is one of the issues I deal with and something many people have to work on getting over. A lots of people have been working hard and will continue in their struggle to defeat procrastination or in other words putting things off, especially durring the bussy school year. One step you should take is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Procrastination is one of the issues I deal with and something many people have to work on getting over. A lots of people have been working hard and will continue in their struggle to defeat procrastination or in other words putting things off, especially durring the bussy school year. </p>
<p>One step you should take is making a to-do list for each day so that you know what must get done and the tasks that you have to complete before the day is over. On the list you should always place your major responsibilities first and the less significant ones below them. While making the list and at the being of everyday weigh the pros and cons of each job to insure that you have only things that are important to do or you enjoy; other than things that aren&#8217;t important and are a waste of time. </p>
<p>One of the things you should remind myself is that after you have complete a full weeks to-do list you will get award; perhaps a new book, shoes, or treating yourself to you favorite ice cream, or just something special. This helps you want to get the stuff on your list finished in order to get a special gift.</p>
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		<title>School Days</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 05:28:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Aleena</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hey Spark readers! School has finally started and you realized you don’t have as much time as you had before. You’re rushing out of the cafeteria in the morning, stuffing a piece of toast in your mouth as you shuffle your books in your arms so you can run to your first hour before the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hey Spark readers! School has finally started and you realized you don’t have as much time as you had before. You’re rushing out of the cafeteria in the morning, stuffing a piece of toast in your mouth as you shuffle your books in your arms so you can run to your first hour before the bells rings. You know you have to get yourself organized but you don’t really know how, or you just don’t have the time to find out. Well, that’s what we’re here to help you with. </p>
<p>Staying organized for school can be a hassle, especially when you have so much going on. <a href="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/school-books1_opt.jpg"><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/school-books1_opt.jpg" alt="" title="school-books1_opt" width="150" height="175" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2678" align="right"/></a> When you have a job, school, a sport, church, plus the numerous clubs and musical productions you have top attend to, you don’t really have that much time. One thing that can really help you schedule your events and many special occasions is a planner. I know, I know, “A planner? What am I, thirty?” But you have to realize that planners are a key component in staying organized for school. It helps you keep track of events, reminder, and your homework you have for your four or more classes. It also has helpful calendars so you don’t forget what day it is. Many planners like the Plahahead planner- recommended by Mcgraw-Hill textbook you use in school- is a great tool to use for organization. It has a student resource section of the planner that has a map, periodic table, and tips on how to study for school. You can buy it for about four dollars at your local Big Lots while supplies last. </p>
<p>Another useful thing is the night. The time between getting home from school and going to bed can be greatest tool to staying organized. Think about it: you have all the time in the world (at night) to get everything you need done, but in the mornings you have about an hour or so to get ready for school. Usually you’re running out to the bus, but you still forgot your textbook for world history. This probably wouldn’t have happened if you would have planned ahead the night before. You save so much time and worry by setting your clothes out the night before. Another thing that helps is to pack your lunch the night before as well so it can be nice and cold for the next day. It helps so much so you can get dressed and maybe take a shower the next morning in a timely manner. One more thing you can do (and you can even do this after you’re already in bed about to go to sleep) is go through the next day in your head. Figure out what you’re going to do in each class, what you’re going to eat for breakfast, what you want to do in practice. <a href="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Image2_opt.jpg"><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Image2_opt.jpg" alt="" title="A+ Grade on Homework" width="150" height="120" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2677" align="left"/></a> It helps more than you know because you are prepared. </p>
<p>To be healthy and fully rested helps keep you’re head on during the school day as well. For one, you never miss school due to being sick and you don’t fall asleep during class. It also keeps you more alert and focused, letting you soak in the wonderful lesson from your teachers.</p>
<p>Now that I’ve given you ideas on how to stay organized, make sure to use it to the best you can!</p>
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		<title>Wicked vs Wizard of Oz</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2010 20:37:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Wizard of Oz. Oh, so powerful. Oh, so…well…wonderful. WRONG! The Wizard is a cruel joke. We all know that he came by balloon, but do you know that the Animals (animals that can talk) were being silenced by him?That the only reason Elphaba was called &#8220;Wicked&#8221; was because she defied him? He is a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Wizard of Oz. Oh, so powerful. Oh, so…well…wonderful. WRONG! The Wizard is a cruel joke. We all know that he came by balloon, but do you know that the Animals (animals that can talk) were being silenced by him?<a href="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/0688069444_01_LZZZZZZZ_opt2.jpg"><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/0688069444_01_LZZZZZZZ_opt2.jpg" alt="" title="0688069444_01_LZZZZZZZ_opt" width="110" height="148" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2670" align="left"/></a>That the only reason Elphaba was called &#8220;Wicked&#8221; was because she defied him? He is a lie behind a robotic head that is meant to frighten Ozians. He&#8217;s one of the biggest lies. Glinda the Good! Oh, so caring, and understanding. </p>
<p>ANOTHER LIE! Glinda was a girl from the Uplands that wanted two things. Attention and popularity. Why is she &#8220;good&#8221; if she left her own friend, Elphaba, to face her fears on her own? </p>
<p>We all know Dorothy&#8217;s companions, right? The Tinman, Cowardly Lion, and Scarecrow! Well, they all have secrets. Let&#8217;s start with the Tinman.</p>
<p>Glinda and Elphaba went to school with him when he was human. His real name is Boq and he&#8217;s from Munchkin land JUST like Elphaba. When he stayed with Elphaba&#8217;s sister, Nessarose, all those years later he tried leaving her. This caused anger to erupt from Nessa so she used a spell on his. A spell to SHRINK HIS HEART! Elphaba turned him into the Tinman to save his life. Thus, he hated her because he was tin and not flesh.</p>
<p>Ah, one of my favorites. The Cowardly Lion. Let&#8217;s set something straight. Elphaba saved him from a caged life when they were back at **. If she hadn&#8217;t he wouldn&#8217;t be able to speak, but now…he is cowardly because he didn&#8217;t fight a battle. <a href="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/wick_opt2.jpg"><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/wick_opt2.jpg" alt="" title="wick_opt" width="110" height="172" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2668" align="right"/></a>Another misunderstood lie.</p>
<p>Last, but not least of the companions. The Scarecrow, or as I like to call him, Fiyero. Fiyero is a prince from &#8220;Winkie Town&#8221;. When he became the Royal Guard, he was sent to capture Elphaba. Eventually he turned against the Wizard which meant treason. In the musical, he is sentenced to death, but Elphaba forms a spell saving his life, but transforming him into the Scarecrow. </p>
<p>Everyone always says the Wicked Witch of the West, or Elphaba, is a selfish witch that cares for nothing and should melt because &#8220;her soul is so unclean, pure water can melt her&#8221;. In reality…that&#8217;s all a lie. Elphaba is a misunderstood young woman born with an amazing talent in sorcery. All she wanted to do was Defy Gravity.</p>
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		<title>Revolution Girl 2010</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 05:40:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every year Sparkling Stars brings you our third annual revolution girl; where we put together a list of celebrity who are becoming the “it girls” in Hollywood and the number one girl on are list is crowned Sparkling Stars Revolution Girl will be featured on the cover of our next issue. Each girl on the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every year Sparkling Stars brings you our third annual revolution girl; where we put together a list of celebrity who are becoming the “it girls” in Hollywood and the number one girl on are list is crowned Sparkling Stars Revolution Girl will be featured on the cover of our next issue. Each girl on the list has shown that they have talent and are some you should keep an eye on in the future because their careers are sure to go far.</p>
<p>20. Mia Wasikowska: Although, she has started in films such as That Evening Sun and Amelia, she first caught the attention of Hollywood when she beat out several other actresses for the role of Alice in Tim Burton’s live action version of Alice in Wonderland. Then she went on to star in the 2010 movie “The Kids Are All Right;” Mia has become one of the actors to watch in the coming year not only by other magazine, but by Sparkling Stars as well.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: What is sure to be one of Wasikowska role will be Jane Eyre, in the film Jane Eyre based on the classic novel by Charlotte Brontë. The film will be released in March 2011.  In Twenty-Eleven she will also star in the movie “Restless,” the picture is some what of a love story, drama, and a bit supernatural.</p>
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<p>19. Emma Stone:  She started off doing guest appearances on TV shows like Medium and The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, but went on to land roles in films that would make her a Hollywood movie star. Stone has been stared in numerous amounts of films from Superbad to The House Bunny, and even playing the voice of Mazie in the 2010 picture “Marmaduke,” she is a true star.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: Emma has been casted in many movies for the coming years. Her next release will be “Easy A;” where she portrays a clean-cut high school student whose little white lie advances her social and financial standing. The film hits theaters every where in September 2010. She even got some projects lined up for twenty-eleven like “Crazy, Stupid, Love” where she will star along side many big name actors like Kevin Bacon and Marisa Tomei. “Friends with Benefits,” which she is currently filming, and finally “The Help” based on the beloved New York Times bestselling novel.   </p>
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<p>18. Amanda Seyfried: The Big Love star has been determined to make 2010 her year. First with the release of the film “Chole” then playing Savannah Curtis in the monition picture “Dear John” based on the novel by bestselling author Nicholas Sparks, and in the summer of 2010 she went to bring two true loves together again in the movie “Letters to Juliet.” She has had an amazing year and isn’t stopping here she is going to continue to grow her resume in 2011.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: In March 2011 you catch her in theaters in the movie “Red Riding Hood,” other movie you will be able to see the romantic comedy “A Woman of No Importance,” “I&#8217;m.mortal” a supernatural sci-fi picture, and “Albert Nobbs” about a young woman in 19th century Ireland who must disguised herself as a man in order to make a living. Also, you can see her as Sarah Henrickson every Sunday night on the HBO series “Big Love.”</p>
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<p>17. Meaghan Martin: She got the title of mean girl for her role as Tess Tyler in the Disney Channel original movie Camp Rock, she then went on to play desperate to be popular Bianca Stratford in the ABC Family series based of the movie with the same name “10 Things I Hate About You.” Unfortunately the show only lasted for one season, but lucky Meaghan’s career hasn’t taken a hit from it cancelation.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: She will once again walk in the shoes of Tess Tyler in the original Disney Channel movie Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam, airing September 2010. Martin will also be playing good girl in a film about mean girls; the starlet is playing Jo, the in Mean Girls 2, a made-for-TV follow-up to the 2004 film that stared Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams. </p>
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<p>16. Elle Fanning: Sick and tried of just being known as Dakota Fanning little sister and is setting out of her sisters shadow. In 2008 she played the lead role in the movie “Phoebe in Wonderland” where she was co-stars with Hollywood actors like Felicity Huffman and Bill Pullman, and 2009 she played the voice of Grace in the animated film “Astro Boy.” But, she still enjoys being 12 years old and does admit her older sister is her favorite actress.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: December 2010 her movie “Nutcracker in 3D” is released in UK theaters; the film is about a young who receives a special doll from her godfather on Christmas Eve. In the US Elle’s film “Somewhere” is released in December, and when 2011 comes around she can be seen in the movie “Vivaldi;” a biography of Antonio Vivaldi&#8217;s early life.</p>
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<p>15. Madeline Carroll: This young starlet just so happen to also play the Widget voice in the 2009 animated film “Astro Boy,” however she has more than just that film credit under her belt  she has guest stared on high rated TV series “Grey&#8217;s Anatomy,” “Cold Case,” and “NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service.” But, her most known role has to be Molly Johnson in the 2008 film “Swing Vote;” about a twist of fate when the presidential election coming down to the vote of one man. Since her first modeling job at the age of 3 year old that this was the business for her and now she is paving her way to fame.  </p>
<p>Coming Soon: Carroll will be staring in the movie “Flipped,” out August 2010; it is based off the novel by Wendelin Van Draanen and is a coming of age story about young love. In 2011 she is set to act in two pictures one is based on true story an  titled “Machine Gun Preacher,” the other is “Vanilla Gorilla;” about a girl who creates a special bond with only living albino gorilla. </p>
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<p>14. Mae Whitman: Probably best known now a day for her role as rebel daughter Amber Holt on the NBC series Parenthood, but her first big time roles came back in 1996, where she stared in the bock buster hit, Independence Day. Another big role for her is when she was casted as George Clooney’s daughter in the feature film &#8220;One Fine Day,&#8221; she also went on to play the daughter of Sandra Bullock in “Hope Floats.” Mae has had guest arcs on the shows “JAG” and “Arrested Development.” In 2001 she stared as Emma Grace McKee in the somewhat popular TV series “State of Grace,” she has even down many voiceovers for animated films and shows; like Dragon Slaver Rose in Disney Channel’s American Dragon: Jake Long and Katara in &#8220;Avatar: The Last Airbender,&#8221; and lately you can catch her as the voice of Tinker Bell in the Disney direct to DVD movies based of the pixie. So, even those she isn’t much in the Hollywood tabloids she has got an amazing career behind her and I’m sure ahead of her.  </p>
<p>Coming Soon: Of course Whitman will continue her role as Amber Holt in season 2 of Parent. She will also give voice to Tinker Bell in the newest film in the movie series “Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue” out on DVD in September 2010, and again in 2011 for “Tinker Bell: A Winter Story.” She got another animated flick coming out December 2010 “Firedog,” and coming out in 2011 she will be staring in the movie “The Factory.”  She is rumored to star in the “Arrested Development” movie out in 2012 but know official confirmation has been made yet.</p>
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<p>13. AnnaLynne McCord: This 5’7’ blond haired and green eyed girl who’s been modeling since the age of fifteen is known as high school bitch and drama queen on the CW series 90210. But, McCord is very different from her 90210 counterpart Naomi Clark; her father is a pastor and she was home-schooled and graduated from high school at only   15.  Besides “90210” she had a twelve episode arc on the show Nip/Tuck, played a cheerleader in the film “Fired Up!”, and started in the suspenseful, The Haunting of Molly Hartley. AnnaLynne doesn’t have many known roles under her belt just yet but wait and see the blond beauty is going to be seen. </p>
<p>Coming Soon: She will be returning as Naomi Clark for season 3 of 90210 which premiers on the CW September 13, 2010, as well as staring in some movies; like Two Wolves a horror film that is supposed to be released this year. In twenty-eleven  she stars along side  Val Kilmer and 50 Cent in not only Blood Out but the flick Gun too.  </p>
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<p>12. Alyson Michalka: You might remember her from the Disney Channel original series Phil of the Future where she played Keely Teslow ; on a show about a family from the future who  inadvertently gets stuck in 2004 and most learn to live like a normal family in a time not their own. Perhaps you know her from her musical duo with her sister 78 Violet (formerly known as Aly and Aj) who have released two very successful albums not including their popular Christmas CD. She has blossomed in not only the acting but musical filed, and has come along way from Disney.     </p>
<p>Coming Soon: With the new name of 78 Violet we were hoping to get some new tunes too, although the sisters are still writing songs and finding out which direction they want to take their harmony in, they have put their music on the back burner to focus on acting. Aly will be staring in “Easy A” which hits theaters September 17, 2010, and February of 2011 she can be seen in the film “The Roommate.” She is also part of the cast of the CW series &#8220;Hellcats,&#8221; the show is set to premier on September 8, 2010. </p>
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<p>11. Selena Gomez: It is true that every little thing she does is magic. Selena hasn’t done bad from staring career off on Barney and after that she had to go through guest appearances on hit Disney Channel shows before landing the role that has made her a household name, Alex Russo on Wizards of Waverly Place.  She then took that star power and turned her talent to music with “Selena Gomez and the Scene” and showed us what a wonderful actress she is in not only the Wizards of Waverly Place TV movie, but her first feature film “Ramona and Beezus.” She has proven that good girls finish first and any role can be the staring point for stardom.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: Although, Selena loves her job this young starlet wants to take a small step away from Hollywood and to University, since through with high school she is hoping to branch out to college and maybe do the acting on the side. But, don’t worry she  is currently working on her second album and has released the single “Round and Round” to give her fans a taste of what it will be like. The film “Monte Carlo” that she filmed earlier this year has set the released date of February 11, 2011. As for wizards it is like the old saying goes “all good things must come to an end;” since she has chosen to put her attention on movies and music it leaves little time for the show, I ‘m sad to say after the series fourth season we must bid farewell to waverly place however Gomez has confirmed a “Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie Sequel” for 2011.  </p>
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<p>10.  Nina Dobrev: From young motherhood to vampire love triangles her resume is filled with a variety of different types of shows and movies. Her big break was on &#8220;Degrassi: The Next Generation&#8221; where she played the role of Mia Jones a teenaged mother trying her best to support her daughter and get good grades, all while having social life. Nina has stared in some TV movies like “Too Young to Marry,” the thriller “My Daughter’s Secret,” and MTV’s “The American Mall;” which just so happens to be a musical and gave her the chance to show off her singing and dancing abilities. Now, she is the main character on the CW show “The Vampire Diaries” based on the book series by L.J. Smith and is a role and show that not only Nina but her fans can really sink their teeth into.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: The Vampire Diaries has been picked up for a second season so we can catch her as not only Elena Gilbert but wicked vampire Katherine Pierce as well, season two will being airing on September 9, 2010. Besides the show we can get enough of she has been casted in to movie with twenty-eleven release dates “The Killing Game” and “American Empire.”  </p>
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<p>9.  Miley Cyrus: All around the world young girls love her songs and show but miss Cyrus has showed us sometimes little girls grow up even her. Miley came into the spotlight when the Disney Channel series Hannah Montana first aired; on the show she play Miley Stewart a normal teenage girl with big secret, when day turns to night Miley turns to Hannah Montana a big Hollywood popstar. The show became a huge hit and lead to a Hannah Montana album and tour where Miley got to give fans a taste of her music as well, and she has even branched out by releasing to albums one is a country pop album “Breakout” and the other is more a grown up Miley “Can’t Be Tamped.” She has token her acting to new heights by staring in the block buster film “Hannah Montana: The Movie” and “The Last Song,” but when the day ends she is still just an average girl.     </p>
<p>Coming Soon: She has chosen to end the series that made her famous after its fourth season titled “Hannah Montana Forever.” After releasing her sophomore album “Can’t Be Tamped” her focus is mainly on acting and the movie she is currently filming “LOL: Laughing Out Loud,” which as of now has a summer 2011 opening date. Other feature films you might see her in are “Wake,” “Wings,” and “Family Bond” however know actual details has gotten out about these movies and Miley nor her people have confirmed that she has in fact been casted in any of them.    </p>
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<p>8. Miranda Cosgrove: She started acting at the age of ten alongside Jack Black in the flick “The School of Rock” and in 2005 she went on to star with a number of young actors in the remake movie “Yours, Mine and Ours.” Although, her film career is great TV is what she is known for, this Nickelodeon beauty was the little sister nobody ever wanted, Megan Parker in the half and hour tween comedy “Drake and Josh.” The show lasted for four years and had to successful TV movies, one had 8.93 million viewers which broke the record of most viewers for the debut of a Nickelodeon movie. Once the series was over Cosgrove head to another Nickelodeon set to start work on her new show, iCarly; the series follows Carly Shay and her best friends who decide to create their own web show, iCarly. The show has proven to be another hit for Miranda, but acting isn’t her only talent she finally got the chance to put out her first album “Sparks Fly” which did fairly well in stores.           </p>
<p>Coming Soon: Their have been rumors going around the iCarly will be ending after its fourth season however Miranda herself has not confirmed the shows ending. What we do no is that there is an untitled iCarly project in development for 2011 and for twenty-twelfth she will star in the Nickelodeon Movie “How Could You Do This to Me?”</p>
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<p>7.  Debby Ryan: She recently stepped into the limelight in 2008 when she landed herself the role of Bailey Pickett on The Suite Life on Deck the spin-off to the Disney Channel show “The Suite Life of Zack and Cody.” She has gotten the chance to star in her first Disney Channel original movie “16 Wishes” and redo the track “Hakuna Matata” (The Lion King) for DisneyMania 7. She is living her dream and still trying to get use to fame, her down to earth attitude is what we love about her as well as her talent.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: As of now she is still working on “The Suite Life on Deck” and in selected theaters you can see the film “What If&#8230;” where she plays Kimberly Walker in a movie that will leave you asking, what if you had made a different chose in life? Besides that she doesn’t have much on her plate but you can get a glimpse of what she like off screen by checking out her YouTube page “TheDebbyRyanOfficial.”</p>
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<p>6.  Lucy Hale: Her career on the small screen has been pretty good but has one big down fall her shows can’t seem to stay on the air, she had series regular role on the short lived series “Bionic Woman” and the CW show “Privileged” which only lasted a season. She has done some guest appearances on hit shows like “Wizards of Waverly Place” and “Private Practice,” Lucy has also started in the TV movies “Sorority Wars” and “Deep Cove.” But has she come to find her place in TV? We think so with the ABC family series “Pretty Little Liars” based on the series of novels by Sara Shepard; the show follows four former friends who come together again to uncover an anonymous foe who threatens to expose their darkest secrets.    </p>
<p>Coming Soon: ABC family has ordered a complete season of “Pretty Little Liars,” which means 21 episodes due to the fact that the show brings in 2 million viewers per episode so there are high hopes for a second season. Other then waiting for the second season go a head and  the first half of season one to being airing, Hale is busy promoting the show through interviews and live chats. </p>
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<p>5.  Victoria Justice: She is shining on the Nickelodeon show Victorious; about a girl who attends an élite school for young performers. The show was the highest rated live-action series debut for the channel and has kept up those numbers throughout the season. So, it is kind of funny to think she launch her career with a small guest role on the Disney Channel original show The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, because she is Nick girl through and through; with her three season role on  Nickelodeon’s  Zoey 101 and TV movie “Spectacular!” we just can’t get enough of her.     </p>
<p>Coming Soon: The official go head for “Victorious” season two has not been given yet but things are looking good. However, a soundtrack for the show will be put out where you can get all the songs heard on the show and Victoria has mentioned something about her solo album coming out hopeful next year. As for acting she will be staring Brooke Shields in the TV movie “The Boy Who Cried Werewolf” out late 2010.  </p>
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<p>4. Emma Roberts: She has tried her best to separate herself from the titled of Julia Roberts niece and stand on her own in Hollywood by taking on roles that are classic and some a bit out there. Her role as Nancy Drew in the Nancy Drew movie was a make it or break it one because it was such a classic character, nevertheless Emma took on the character and made it her own with not big but some payoff. She stared in “Lymelife” which was a more grown up role then the ones she portrayed in “Hotel for Dogs” and “Wild Chlid.” Emma even got the chance to star with aunt Julia in the movie “Valentine’s Day” true the two had no scenes together, Emma has stated that it was great to just get be in the same movie as her aunt. This great actress has come a long way from her Unfabulous days and will continue to grace the big screen.      </p>
<p>Coming Soon: There is no rest for the starlet her work schedule is crazy from; Twelve, Memoirs of a Teenage Amnesiac, 4.3.2.1, Homework, A Great Education, &#038; It&#8217;s Kind of a Funny Story all rumored to be released later this year, Roberts is also working on the feature film Scream 4 out April 2011, which could be a breakout role for her. She has also been casted in comedy “High School Sweethearts” out 2011. </p>
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<p>3. Malese Jow : This 19 year old actress played Geena Fabiano on the tween show Unfabulous and did a few guest roles on Wizards of Waverly Place, Hannah Montana, The Secret Life of the American Teenager, and iCarly but it was her eleven episode arc on the CW series The Vampire Diaries as vampire Anna that boosted her career. The character became a favorite among fans of the show and lead to Malese coming up with the idea of Team Anna; do the fact that there is team Edward, team Jacob, team Stefan, and team Damon but no support for a vampire girl. Team Anna spread like a wildfire and launched Team Anna TV shirts, hats, and supporters everywhere but unfortunately her character was staked and will not be returning to the show. But, like Malese has said before Team Anna forever!           </p>
<p>Coming Soon: She has mentioned in a video on her YouTube channel (Xomalese) about a new series she will be staring in saying that she is enjoying the character and the role is freaking cool. Malese also has a role in the film “The Social Network” out October 2010 and the 2011 flick “Wulf,” also don’t forget to pick up The Vampire Diaries season one on DVD August 31, 2010 to see watch Anna in action. </p>
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<p>2. Ashley Tisdale: Disney sure knows how to pick them; Tisdale was discovered in a mall at the age of three but it took her many years before getting the role of Maddie Fitzpatrick on the Disney Channel series “The Suite Life of Zack and Cody” and the mean girl role of Sharpay Evans in the TV musical movie “High School Musical” that most believe launched her career. She has done all three films in the High School Musical franchise, has put out two albums of her own (Headstrong and Guilty Pleasure), and has lends her voice to the Disney Channel cartoon Phineas and Ferb which won the 2010 Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Writing in Animation. Ashley was once told that she wouldn’t make it in Hollywood by numerous people and she didn’t let that stop her in going after her dreams and proving them wrong.         </p>
<p>Coming Soon: This fall she will star with Alyson Michalka in the CW series Hellcats premiering September 8, 2010 and in twenty-eleven  step in Sharpay’s shoes once again in the TV movie “Sharpay&#8217;s Fabulous Adventure.” A third season of Phineas and Ferb has been confirmed to be in the works, also there is a rumor that Ashley will star in “High School Musical 4: East Meets West.”  </p>
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<p>1. Brittany Robertson: She was Samantha Saxton on Swingtown and played an energetic fifteen year old who know matter what her father thinks the love her and her boyfriend share is genuine, in “Dan in Real Life.” Now, Brittany stars as Lux Cassidy in the drama series Life Unexpected that airing on the CW and follows Lux a fifteen year old orphan who seeks out her birth parent in order for them to give up their legal rights to her so that she can petition for emancipation, however the judge rules that Lux must move in with her birth parent who will be her guardians, giving her finally the chance at the family she has always wanted.  This role has shown us the acting ability that  Brittany possessed and claimed her the title of Sparkling Stars Revolution Girl.</p>
<p>Coming Soon: Lucky for us the CW has picked up Life Unexpected for a second season that will being airing September 14, 2010; where we are sure to see more drama, romance, and a One Tree Hill crossover episode. Robertson filmed the movie “The Family Tree” a while back and although there is no exact release date set for it you can hopeful expected it out sometime later this year or early 2011. Also, in twenty-eleven her fan will be dying to see her next project; a Disney Channel original movie called “Avalon High,” that is right she scored the role of Ellie Pennington in the TV movie based on the novel by Meg Cabot that follows Ellie (Robertson) who start to think her classmates at her new school might just be the reincarnations of King Arthur and his court. I can’t wait to see this film and all the other stuff Hollywood has in store for our Revolution Girl!</p>
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		<title>Back to School Trends for Fall 2010</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fall fashion trends are here, what will you be wearing on your first day of school? No one wants to be the girl stuck wearing last years look, or the one who is still wear styles that wear cool in spring. That is why we’ve put together a list of what is in this fall [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Fall fashion trends are here, what will you be wearing on your first day of school? No one wants to be the girl stuck wearing last years look, or the one who is still wear styles that wear cool in spring. <a href="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/00_opt1.jpg"><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/00_opt1.jpg" alt="" title="00_opt" width="160" height="160" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2579" align="left"/></a>That is why we’ve put together a list of what is in this fall fashion wise to save you from a fashion disaster.</p>
<p>Leather Skirts – One of the hottest in fall trends are short and long leather skirts. You can catch many celebrities such as former reality television star, author, and fashion designer Lauren Conrad, as well as, actress Gwyneth Paltrow. Also, they are being featured on runaways as part of famous fashion designers fall collections.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mytights.com/gb/classic-hosiery/footless-tights.html"> Footless Tights</a> – They come any different colors and length, and can be worn with mini skirts or dresses.  Unlike footed tights, footless tights are more casual and can be used to add a touch of fun to a formal or business outfit. </p>
<p>Off-Shoulder Sweaters – Be a little more sexy an off-shoulder sweater; not only do they show of you neck but they show bit of skin with out being to reveling. Lots of online shops and clothing stores have add these sweaters to their collection and believe they are going to be a big seller for fall season.</p>
<p>Ankle Boots – Last year keen high boots were the thing to get and now it is all about ankle boots. The Miley Cyrus &#038; Max Azria line (sold exclusively at Wal-Mart stores) is even getting in on the trend with their stylish “Women&#8217;s Buckle Ankle Boots.” </p>
<p>Now that you’ve got to see what some of the trends in fashion are going to be for fall 2010 maybe shopping for back to school clothes won’t be so hard after all. </p>
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		<title>There&#8217;s No Place Like Home</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We’re off to see the wizard, the wonderful wizard of Oz! In the movie, The Wizard of Oz, created in 1939 set the standard for original musicals. Main character, Dorothy Gale, wants to find her way out of a one-horse town, willing to do anything to be free. In her attempt to free herself, a tornado rips through her town, creating it impossible. <a href="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/21_opt.jpg"><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/21_opt.jpg" alt="" title="21_opt" width="150" height="141" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2607" align="left"/></a>The tornado hits her house (with her and her small terrier Toto inside) and picks up of the ground and hurls it through dimensions and lands in a place called The Land of Oz. </p>
<p>During her journey to find home from the Land of Oz, she has to follow a yellow brick road which will lead her to the infamous Wizard of Oz. On her journey, she meets a scarecrow, tin man, and a cowardly lion. After battling the Wicked Witch of the West over a pair of ruby slippers, she clicks her heels and heads on home, waking up in her bed to find that it was all a dream! </p>
<p>This is absolutely an old favorite of mine! Did you know that the Wizard of Oz is considered one of the top ten best movies of all time? This is a truly original story that has inspired so many movies and musicals. Judy Garland did a phenomenal job as Dorothy! I was actually surprised to find out that Dorothy was supposed to be a twelve year old girl! Growing up I always imagined her older due to her maturity in the movie, but I never realized she was supposed to be twelve. And for all of you who have heard the urban legend of the original Tin-Man dying due to the paint- that is false. <a href="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/WizardOz-Ultimate_opt.jpg"><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/WizardOz-Ultimate_opt.jpg" alt="" title="WizardOz-Ultimate_opt" width="200" height="134" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2599" align="right"/></a></p>
<p>The original Tin-Man had an allergic reaction to the aluminum powder they used for his make-up and had to be replaced. He was critical for a short time but he healed. Regrettably, he still got replaced by the Tin-Man we all know and love. </p>
<p>Just last year Warner Bros. released The Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition that includes never before seen footage and blu-ray. Something to definitely include on your next shopping list! We’re off to see the wizard, the wonderful wizard of Oz! The movie, The Wizard of Oz created in 1939, set the standard for original musicals. </p>
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		<title>Shape Up</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:06:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Staying healthy and in shape is one of the most important things for people to do, although we might not always listen to that voice inside us that tells us that we should watch what we eat, or make more time for exercise; the truth is we should listen to ourselves, or other when they [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Staying healthy and in shape is one of the most important things for people to do, although we might not always listen to that voice inside us that tells us that we should watch what we eat, or make more time for exercise; the truth is we should listen to ourselves, or other when they say that eating right and doing at lest 15 minutes of exercise a day will keep us living longer and make us stronger.<br />
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Most of us don’t have the time to spend an hour everyday working out, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t exercise, everyone should be able to fit in at lest 10 &#8211; 15 minutes of fitness a day. And, if you want to start getting in shape and eating the right way then what better way to start then summertime, so you can feel better and look good when fall comes around. </p>
<p>Hit the Gym or a Local Community Center: Getting a gym membership is always good can go there after work or school for 30 minutes in the morning, or night. Also, sometimes your local community center and college offer free Yoga, Pilates, or maybe even dance classes, if not free most classes at the kinds of place only cost about $15/month.</p>
<p>In Home Gym: If you don’t have time to go to the gym, can’t afford classes, or just feel more comfortable working out at home; here are some great things you can do. There is tons of great fitness DVDs out there. One of the best is the “10 Minute Solution” DVD series, these DVD include tons of different verities such as the “10 Minute Solution: Rapid Results Pilates” or “10 Minute Solution Yoga.” If you are looking for a more upbeat off the mat cardio workout you can try the DVDs; “Denise Austin: Boot Camp &#8211; Total Body Blast” and “Crunch &#8211; Cardio Dance Blast.”</p>
<p>However, an inexpensive way to workout just such the web! YouTube.com features many fitness gurus who post videos of some quick and easy workout routines for beginners and more advance people. Below are three simple workouts from some awesome workout gurus, which will get you in shape and have that perfect summer body.</p>
<p>Do each of these exercises three times a week and remember to eat health and be as active as you can throughout each day.</p>
<p>In this “FITNESS Workout Routine For Beginners” you will get a terrific jumpstart workout.</p>
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<p>An “Easy ABS Workout” that anyone can do under ten minutes!</p>
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<p>After you workout or have hard day do this “De-stress Yoga” routine to help you become calm.</p>
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<p>Credit for the workout videos go to YouTube Fitness Gurus <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/SarahsFabChannel">  “SarahsFabChannel,”</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/ShellsFitness101">  “ShellsFitness101,”</a> and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TaraStilesYoga">    “TaraStilesYoga.”</a></p>
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		<title>Blazing Hot Movies for Summer 2010</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:06:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Justa Rae</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The summer is here and if you are like me and not going on a million vacations this year, you are looking for you something fun to do that will get you out of this crazy heat we&#8217;ve been experiencing. The movie theatre is the perfect antidote for that affliction. I have a small list [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The summer is here and if you are like me and not going on a million vacations this year, <img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/1_opt2.jpg" alt="1_opt2" title="1_opt2" width="170" height="136" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2484" align="right"/></a>you are looking for you something fun to do that will get you out of this crazy heat we&#8217;ve been experiencing. The movie theatre is the perfect antidote for that affliction. I have a small list of movies I have been waiting for that I would like to share and hope you enjoy!</p>
<p>1. The A-Team: Because I pity the fool who doesn&#8217;t want to see this movie. Lots of explosions and excitement. I never watched the television series and I&#8217;m still on the edge of my seat waiting for this flick, and it has absolutely nothing to do with the fact the Bradley Cooper&#8217;s in it. </p>
<p>2. Grown Ups: This film follows four former high school friends who reunite for a Fourth of July holiday weekend, and share memoires and connect. Also, we all know Adam Sandler never disappoints and with an all-star cast of funny men (Kevin James, David Spade, and Chris Rock) I am sure to laughing so hard I almost lose bladder control. </p>
<p>3. Iron Man 2: I know this movie already came out and has probably left some theatres. I wanted to mention it because I&#8217;m totally bummed that I missed seeing it because I watched the first one and love it. Robert Downey Jr. is hilarious and I&#8217;ve heard the movie is great. If you know where it is still playing it is worth the watch for any superhero lover.</p>
<p>4. Jonah Hex: For all those boys out there who love action films and Megan Fox plays this is movie. Based on the DC comics antihero this film will take you on a wild ride when Hex a tough bounty hunter is made an offer by the U.S. military he can&#8217;t refuse.</p>
<p>5. The Last Airbender: If you have seen the animated series on Nickelodeon called &#8220;Avatar: The Last Airbender&#8221; <img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/2_opt.jpg" alt="2_opt" title="2_opt" width="170" height="114" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2486" align="left"/></a>this movie is for you! This movie promises to have the perfect balance of action and comedy that fans of the series will appreciate, and all viewers will enjoy. No matter if you root for water, fire, air, or earth, you will not be disappointed. </p>
<p>6. The Twilight Saga: Eclipse: Lastly the Twilight Saga, this saga has begun to drive me crazy, seriously I fear I have lost my mind. I want to see this movie so badly that I don&#8217;t want to see it anymore. I&#8217;m literally afraid that it won&#8217;t live up to the hype in my head. Also, I&#8217;m ashamed to admit this but I think I have a strange jealousy of Bella (I do realize that she is fictional as well as all of the other characters in the book). Anyway, whether you are Team Edward or Team Jacob you&#8217;ll be sure to want to see this one, this will be the interpretation of the best of the book&#8217;s series (in my opinion).  </p>
<p>Lastly, I live by the twice is nice motto some of these movies I know I will be seeing multiple times over the span of the summer. I hope you have a great summer and take some to hit the movies!</p>
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		<title>What&#8217;s Up Doc?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:00:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Aleena</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The phrase, “What’s up doc?” was made famous by a unique character that is now the face of Loony Toons; he goes by the name of Bugs Bunny. Bugs Bunny actually became famous in the late 1930’s debuting in a cartoon created by Ben Hardaway called Porky’s Hare Hunt that debuted on April 30th, 1938. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The phrase, “What’s up doc?” was made famous by a unique character that is now the face of Loony Toons; he goes by the name of Bugs Bunny. Bugs Bunny actually became famous in the late 1930’s debuting in a cartoon created by Ben Hardaway called Porky’s Hare Hunt that debuted on April 30th, 1938. The original character of Bugs Bunny was created by a man named Cal Dalton who had actually introduced the character of Bugs Bunny a year earlier in a carton called Porky’s Duck Hunt directed by Tex Avery. Bugs Bunny has become the most widely known cartoon character {really} of all time nationally and internationally. <img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/bugsbunny_opt.jpg" alt="bugsbunny_opt" title="bugsbunny_opt" width="200" height="148" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2534" align="left"/></a></p>
<p>Did you know that Bugs Bunny was actually a saving grace for Schlesinger Productions (Later to be known as Warner Bros.)? After many failed attempts to create a cartoon character that the audience would be partial to, finally they introduced the rabbit to audiences, giving it a high laugh and pitchy voice that voice actor Mel Blanc would use later for the character, Woody the Woodpecker. The rabbit itself (still not named) was entirely white unlike the later version that we know and love. </p>
<p>Bugs was given his name after Bugs Hardaway, one of the directors of Hare-um Scare-um. One of the lead animators, Charlie Thorson, named Bugs “Bugs’ Bunny” implying that Bugs bunny was his property and should get credit for it. Ever since then, Bugs has been known as Bugs Bunny.</p>
<p>Bugs has been featured in many carton shorts, movies and television shows over the last eighty decades. He has been featured in “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” in the 1980’s skydiving off a building as the main character of the movie falls from a ledge. He was also featured in Space Jam as a basketball player that helps Michael Jordan defeat an evil villain. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/bugs-bunny-warner-brothers-animation-71642_1024_768_opt.jpg" alt="bugs-bunny-warner-brothers-animation-71642_1024_768_opt" title="bugs-bunny-warner-brothers-animation-71642_1024_768_opt" width="200" height="150" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2535" align="right"/></a>Bugs Bunny also possesses magical powers that can be used only for good. With these powers, he can bend into any shape, amend reality at will, and defy the laws of physics. Even though he possesses these powers – as I stated above – he can only use them for good. When he tries to use his powers for evil or for mischievous reasons, they disappear. Known to be wise and cunning, Bugs Bunny is also one of the smartest cartoon characters of all time. No matter what seems to come against him, he always finds a way out of the problem. </p>
<p>Bugs Bunny will always be known and has become a Loony Toon Legend! He was the first ever cartoon character to get his own postage stamp, he has a star on Hollywood Blv. and loves carrots! So, what’s up doc?</p>
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		<title>Laptop Must Haves</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 09:06:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for the latest, Laptop Accessories ? Well, we have got you covered with the best and coolest accessories for you portable computer. Power Adapter are great, because you don’t need to worry about you laptop running out of battery. No matter how long you will be gone if you have an adapter you can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for the latest, <a href=" http://www.laptopstand.org "> Laptop Accessories</a> ? Well, we have got you covered with the best and coolest accessories for you portable computer. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.sparklingstars.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/11.jpg" alt="11" title="11" width="193" height="170" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2333" align="left"/></a>Power Adapter are great, because you don’t need to worry about you laptop running out of battery. No matter how long you will be gone if you have an adapter you can power your laptop wherever you are. But, make sure you get the right adapter for your computer, there are many different ones for certain laptops like the “HP &#8211; Smart 90-Watt AC Adapter for Select HP and Compaq Laptops” or the “Apple® &#8211; MagSafe 60W Power Adapter for MacBook.”</p>
<p>Another great accessory to have is a “Laptop Cooling Pad.” These pads prevent your laptop from overheating with their cooling feature to make it comfortable while you work. Some cooling pads come with a USB cable storage compartment, and a fan to administer air into your laptop which can preserve battery life.</p>
<p>Other accessories include Bluetooth USB Adapters, Wireless Laptop Mouses, more.  Also, you can carry your laptop in style with a cool <a href=" http://www.laptop-sleeve.org "> “Laptop Sleeve;”</a>these sleeve come any many different varieties from messenger style laptop sleeves to simple black thin ones. You can even find some with funky designs or girly looking, it all depends on what you like but I’m sure they’ll have something for your taste.</p>
<p>Hope you got a look on a few laptop accessories you might have not already heard about and want to look into and pick up.</p>
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