Veronica's Blog

Tanning Beds: Avoid Them!

Okay, I know we all want to have that sun-kissed “glow”, but you really need to stop and think about this one. Baking your skin in a fake-tan-oven is NOT GOOD!  

Seriously!

This is one of things that will really “get you later”. I’m sure you all have a friend whose mom or aunt has gone to the tanning salon since she was like 10. She’s 30, but she looks OLD! I’m talking ancient! Her skin is all leathery, like old elephant hide! Eewwww! 

There’s no reversing that kind of damage!

Stick to the “tan in a can”. You know, the bronzy glow you get in the cosmetic and skin care aisle at your favorite store. It’s MUCH safer… and you’ll look young forever!

Love,

Ronnie

This Battle’s Just Getting Started

By now, you’ve all read Betty’s post about the NYC Comic Con last weekend. Am I livid? YES! Am I scared? NO. (Okay, maybe a little.) Now I wish I would have gone to that convention and seen first hand what happened! But, I really don’t DO conventions; you have to stand – in designer heels – all day long on concrete floors! It’s primitive.

I talked with a photographer friend of mine that WAS there. He promised to send me some convention pics that I can post on my blog. Betty and I are going over to Archie Comics’ Corporate Headquarters later today to see what we can find out there. Reggie’s going with us.

I’ll keep you posted!

(((Hugs)))

Ronnie

I Love My Friends!!!

I don’t even know where to begin!

Last night I was just sitting in my room, checking some of the fashion blogs to see what “the look” will be for Fall 2007, when I heard cars coming up the drive… LOTS of them!

By the time I ran down to the foyer, Dad was already there greeting ALL MY FRIENDS! Betty, Midge & Moose, Ethel, Archie (you know, I was actually glad to see him!) Jughead, Reggie, Chuck & Nancy, even geeky little Dilton showed up… and we don’t have that much in common!

They brought me a WHOLE PARTY – music, movies, food – it was incredible!

Betty said there was no subtle way to put things back on track – and, you know, she’s probably right – so they decided to just… Invade. My. House!

We had Sooooo much fun. I didn’t get to bed until 2!

Bets is coming by to pick me up in a few minutes. We’re going to the mall, then we’re heading over to Pop’s to meet the gang!

Have a terrific Sunday – Mine’s gonna be GREAT!!

Love,

Ronnie

I’m Still Here

I haven’t felt much like blogging this week. I’ve been a little down since Valentine’s Day. I think my Dad noticed because he asked me to go with him Friday. He had business in Manhattan; I went shopping at my favorite stores, but I didn’t find a thing. THAT’S when I realized I was not myself!

I’ve been reading your comments, I REALLY HAVE. Thanks for all the encouragement and advice. I’ve decided NOT to go to Greendale anymore… unless they have a great sale or something. Let’s just say it didn’t work out for me there.

So, now I have to figure out a way to apologize to all my friends. I’ve been avoiding Bets all week… and I’ll bet Archie never wants to see me again.

Got any suggestions?

(((Crow-eating Hugs)))

Ronnie

What To Do With A Beauty Flaw

Beauty Flaw Facts:

1. You are NOT the only person in the history of the planet that has some sort of      flaw.
2. EVERYBODY has SOMETHING they don’t like about themselves… even ME!!
3. Come to terms with it and move on! Camouflage it. Accent it. Or Ignore it. Just don’t let it ruin your day!

What? Me? Okay…

I would like to be 3 inches shorter. Not gonna happen.

My hair is hopelessly straight. I use LOTS of product to make it look great.

And my right ear is a little higher than my left ear, but I have long hair so nobody notices.

The point is, none of us is perfect… so don’t spend so much time worrying about it! Get out there and enjoy yourself!

Tell me about your “flaws” and what you do about them.

(((Hugs)))

Ronnie

So I’ve Been Thinking

I had a very quiet weekend.  Don’t worry; it was self-imposed.  I spent some time with Reggie AWAY from Riverdale, which really helped.  We went to see a movie in Greendale. I don’t remember the title; it was a guy movie – (yawn).  Anyway, being in Greendale gave me a different perspective, you know?

Everyone was nice to me there.  I know they all heard about my Valentine’s Day faux pas BUT they didn’t make a big deal about it.  They had class.  I went to school this morning – we were off yesterday for President’s Day – and the place was STILL BUZZING!  Someone got pictures from the Riverdale Gazette, enlarged them, and hung them at the school entrance AND all over my locker!  I could not believe it.  I mean, come on people, that happened DAYS ago!!!  Get a life!

So, I’ve been thinking… maybe I’ve outgrown Riverdale.  Maybe I should be spending more time in Greendale.  You know, make some NEW friends… friends with class.  What do you think?

Feeling friendless,

Ronnie

What’s The Big Deal?

I can’t believe all the fuss everyone’s making about Valentine’s Day!  I mean, NOBODY has bothered to ask if I’M okay. ARCHIE seems be the one getting all the attention!

I’ve been getting teased a lot at school; I try to laugh it off.  Miss Grundy has been staring at me over her glasses, and Mr. Weatherbee called me into his office Thursday morning.  He didn’t actually say anything to ME; he was on the phone with my dad the whole time.

Speaking of Dad, I think he’s a little miffed at me, too.  That hot air balloon I rented got tangled in some trees or something when it landed and it ripped.  Now, the balloon company wants HIM to pay for it.  I had no idea those things were so EXPENSIVE!

Last night, Dad asked me why I sent Archie flying over Riverdale.  I said,  “Daddy, it’s Archie!  What more do you need to know?  He made me angry and I just… lost it!” 

And he said, “Are you still mad at him?”

And I said, “Of COURSE!!!”

“Okay, then.  Until you cool down, you shouldn’t drive,” he said.   “I don’t want you ramming Archie with your car in front of Pop’s.”

I could NOT believe it!  Dad took my car keys; he’s NEVER done that before!  Reggie is coming by later to pick me up.  We’re going to a movie - in Greendale -  I don’t want to see all my friends right now. 

Betty tried to talk to me at school, and she’s called me like a dozen times, but I don’t feel like talking to her yet.  She’ll probably tell me I was wrong.

You don’t agree with her, do you?  Just curious.

Love,

Ronnie

Oh, That Archie!

Okay, I know my advice column hasn’t “officially” started yet, but I HAD to write this post!

This is Important!  When it comes to gift-giving, most guys are SERIOUSLY DEFECTIVE! Trouble is, you don’t know that until after the fact!  Sooooo, if you know a guy is going to buy you a gift and he ASKS you what you want, BE SPECIFIC!!!!

DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT leave him any room for imagination! I mean, when ARCHIE called me Sunday and asked what I wanted for Valentine’s Day, I should have said:

“Charm Bracelet. Platinum, of course. Saks. You can buy it online. Sit by your computer; I’m sending you the link.”

Did I do that? NO. I said, “I’d like something shiny!” Okay, when a girl says “something shiny” guys should automatically think BLING, right?

Well, I forgot I was talking to ARCHIE! I won’t even TELL you what he got me.  You’ve probably already heard. I prefer not to think of this day ever again! What did I ever see in him?!

Thank goodness, Reggie sent me a very large, very fine box of chocolates after school! Why can’t I just like him instead?

Oh well…

Lost is on tonight, right? And Idol? I think I’ll spend the evening in front of the TV with my chocolates… and quite possibly eat the WHOLE BOX!

(((Hugs)))

Ronnie

Instant Makeover

Okay, this is fast and easy, ‘cause I know you don’t want to spend time doing something complicated TODAY!

Want to brighten your appearance instantly? SMILE.

I know, it sounds campy, but it really works! Ditch the “oh sooo cool” attitude – just for one day – and see how people react to you when you SMILE at them!

Let me know what happens…

(((Hugs)))

Ronnie

Can’t Hardly Wait

Tomorrow is the big day! VALENTINE’S DAY!!!  I passed Archie in the hall today on my way to Miss Grundy’s English Lit class. I said, “Remember, Arch, I want something – “

“Shiny,” he said. “I know.  Already taken care of.” 

He seemed so confident; I KNOW he got me something really special this year!

Speaking of confidence, Bets looked awful today, as in I-just-rolled-out-of-bed-and-came-to-school-without-brushing-my-hair awful. She’s been really touchy the past few days. I think she’s stressed about the gift she’s giving Archie for Valentine’s Day. She does this every year and it’s just soooo silly! 

Bets is NEVER going to outdo me when it comes to giving presents – I wish she’d just accept that fact and get over it!

Gotta make one last phone call now… just to make triple sure that Archie’s present arrives EXACTLY on time tomorrow!

(((Hugs)))

Ronnie

P.S. Hope you like my beauty tip this week; it’s a good one!

Love That Archie!

Just enough time for a fast post – I’m meeting Nancy at Pop’s to talk about my new advice column. Archie called me a minute ago. Not a text message, mind you. HE. CALLED. ME.

And he said, “So, Veronica, what do you want for Valentine’s Day?” It was soooo sweet. I could actually hear him blushing!

And I said – real casual,  “Oh, I don’t know, Archie. I haven’t really given it much thought? Is Valentine’s Day this week?”

And he said, “Yeah, the whole world knows that! Don’t you have any ideas?”

And I said, “You know, I think I would like something SHINY this year.”

“Shiny, huh?” he said. “Okay, I’m on it.”

And he hung up. I can’t wait to see what he gets me!

Last year, he gave Betty and me an autographed picture of himself. UGH! I KNOW he’ll do better this year!

Gotta run.

Love,

Ronnie

Can’t Get Much Better Than This!

Happy Friday, everyone!

I AM in a good mood today, thank you very much for noticing. For the first time this year, I am feeling pretty positive about EVERYTHING!

• I had a good day at school today.
• I’m very excited about my new advice column - keep those comments coming! They’re terrific!!!
• NOBODY has heard any new rumors about “The Hideous Makeover” for 3 whole days now.
• AND last, but certainly not least, I already have the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for Archie!

(No, I can’t tell you what it is because Bets reads my blog, too! Let me just say that it’s something different – I really thought “outside the box” on this one!)

Do you know what this means? I am going into the weekend without a care in the world…

What am I gonna do with all this free time?

WORK ON MY NEW COLUMN, that’s what!

Have a great weekend,

Love,

Ronnie

Vanity Is A Good Thing!

February is here – one of my favorite months of the whole year! You know why, of course… VALENTINE’S DAY!

I LOVE everything about it – the colors, the flowers, the candy – not to mention all the attention I get! 

This month’s tips are all about helping you get noticed by SOMEONE SPECIAL. 

Okay, I don’t mean stuck-up, snobby, or “I’m-better-than-you.” This is MY definition of Vanity: CARE ABOUT HOW YOU LOOK!

Take pride in your appearance, like I do. People will want to be around you because you are POSITIVE! Don’t skulk down the hall at school, hiding behind your books or your hair while you avoid everyone’s gazes. Nobody wants to be around someone like that.

Get out there! There is only one YOU. Take pride in who you are. Start paying attention, right this minute, to how you present yourself to the WORLD!

Love,

Ronnie

Great Comments!

Hi, sister bloggers! I’m heading to the mall to check out a brand new shoe store  – can you say SHOPPING SPREE? – but first, I just wanted to thank you for ALL the comments you’ve sent in about my new column!  You’ve come up with all sorts of great ideas!

The names you’re suggested are great, and so are the topic ideas. I’m really impressed! I’m going to try to add as many of your ideas to mine, so it becomes the kind of column YOU want to read. I’ve recruited Nancy to help me stay organized. (That was Bet’s idea; Midge helps her keep on top of her recipe posts.)  Nancy is a dream to work with and, you know, she has some excellent suggestions, too!

I can’t wait to see what we all finally come up with when we’re done tweaking it – it’s gonna be great. I just know it.

Oops! My car is here. I’m taking Daddy’s limo to the mall, so I’ll have room for all the packages J

Keep posting those suggestions – I LOVE THEM! 

(((Shoe Shopping Hugs)))

Ronnie

P.S. Don’t forget – Ronnie’s Rules (my personal tips for all things beautiful) posts tomorrow! 

Input Please

So, Betty and I have been talking about new content for my blog. We read through all of your suggestions – and there were some pretty good ones! – and we came to the conclusion that there are certain things that SHE can blog about that I really shouldn’t. Like car repairs… And cooking. As you know, I don’t cook. Ever.

Betty pointed out that there are certain things I’m better at than she is. Like fashion. And shopping. And beauty tips. I totally agreed with her!

The one thing we BOTH noticed is that many of you blog about boys and all the trouble they can cause – and Betty and I BOTH relate to THAT! Archie has driven us CRAZY for YEARS! He can be Sooooooo INFURIATING!!!

So, I’m thinking about doing a regular column… Sort of an advice column, but more about MY view on things – boys, friends, parents, school – you know, all the important things in life!

This is what I’d like to know:

1. Do you like the idea?
2. What other topics would you like me to include?
3. A name. My column needs a name. Got any ideas?

That’s it. I’ll just sit here now and wait for your comments…

Love,

Ronnie

When Did This Happen?

So, I was in Pop’s last night with Reggie, when Betty comes storming in and tells me – in front of EVERYBODY – that I am SELF-ABSORBED! Me, self-absorbed, can you believe it?!

Then - before I had time to say anything – she shoves this paper in my face and yells, “READ THIS!!!” So, I did.

And do you know what it was? A blog post from Archie Comics Management about our Makeover! I didn’t even know Management HAD a blog! When did this happen? It seems that everyone in the free world – BUT ME – knew about it!

Anyway, when I read that post all kinds of alarms went off in my head. Their statement is DREADFUL!  I mean, I think they really ARE going to replace us!!! You don’t use phrases like, “tried-and-true duo” and “they are dear old friends” to describe your most valued and successful business associates! You use them to describe last season’s clothes… that are bagged up and headed for the thrift store!

We sound OLD in that post!!! As in comfortable OLD SHOES!!! Scuffed up ugly ones! Probably brown… Eeewwww!!!

I have been so side-tracked by my lack of bloggy visitors that I just didn’t see this coming. Well, my popularity crisis will just have to wait…

Betty is right! This IS trouble!

More later…

Love,

Ronnie