A simple 'hello,' sweet smile is good way to make friends
Julie Miller, FREELANCE OK
The Times (Shreveport, LA) June 12, 2003

At my first day of work, I finally got to meet Lauren Brown, the entertainment editor I've been corresponding with over e-mail and the phone. Like the rest of the CosmoGIRL! staff and interns, Lauren and I had an instant connection and became friends right on the spot.

Speaking of friends ... American Idol runner up Justin Guarini stopped by for a meet and greet within the first hour I was at work. In an effort to be outgoing, I decided to make our picture together interesting and fun. "So, Justin," I said as we stood there. "Let's pretend we're best friends."

That being said, we energetically wrapped our arms around each other in a huge hug and laughed for the camera. Probably one of my cutest pics with a celeb and definitely one of my least shy moments.

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