We've all seen articles and studies about the type of girlfriends every gal should have, i.e., the "Go-To Friend," the "Alter-Ego Friend," the "Truth-Telling Friend," the "Cheerleader Friend," and perhaps the "Girl Who Just Wants To Have Fun Friend." Well, technology has taken this concept to a new level and I am happy to report on …

The Six E-Mail Pals Every Girl I Know Should Have:

1. The Voice Of Doom E-Mail Friend
This friend sends you e-mails about women who get cancer from deodorant, the dangers of putting Tupperware in the microwave and reminds you of urban legends like the guy who is seen by the gas station attendant hiding in the backseat of your car with a butcher's knife while you are filling your tank. I want to take the opportunity to thank this friend because I am now living in a plastic bubble ... but I am safe.

2. The Diabetes E-Mail Friend
This friend does not actually have the disease, she just sends you e-mails that are so sweet you require an insulin shot after you read them. Birds and hearts and flowers dance on your screen to announce it's "National Girlfriends Day" or it's "Send A Friend A Hug Week" or "Love a Hermaphrodite Month." This friend has got all occasions covered and she wants to share because she loooooooooooves you.

3. The Charitable E-Mail Friend
I love a good cause and I support many, but this friend has got to ease up. She wants you to give to everyone and quite frankly, I don't want to contribute to the family whose kitchen renovation went over budget.