I want to be a master. I want to be good at one thing. Have you ever felt like you do everything in life part-time? I go to school part-time. I work part-time. I write part-time. And even though there is no such thing as a part-time Mom, I sure...
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There is something about being able to open my windows that makes me want to clean my apartment from top to bottom. Maybe it’s the smell of fresh air and budding leaves and flowers that does it. The spring air smells so good I want to bring it right into my living...
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Have you ever had a new idea you were so excited about you wanted to share it with everyone? By everyone, I mean anyone who will listen. You can’t stop yourself from dreaming about it. It is locked in your heart and it’s all you can do from running out to...
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Scene: It’s 9 p.m., you are winding down for the night and thinking about what is in store for tomorrow. You remember you have a client meeting at 5 p.m. the next day, which means you won’t be home before 7 p.m. You think about what you will have time to make for dinner...
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If you are anything like me, you like to have the resources readily available to host a party at your place but you also hate having “stuff” just laying around the apartment. For one, I do not like a lot of excess “stuff” and even more importantly, I simply do not have the space...
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Once a year my longtime BFF’s parents host a gigantic poker party. It’s a REALLY big deal. People go to great lengths to get on the list of invitees and must hold a certain standard to remain there. DON’T get too drunk and obnoxious, DON’T cancel without a replacement, and DON’T...
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Apartment dwellers have an unique opportunity for compost. Since most of us do not have traditional yards, we can use the compost soil for house plants or balcony gardens. You can store compost inside in specially-made bins as seen, or in cheaper homemade bins (as seen below). Those working in the horticultural industry have developed...
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Although I do not consider myself a professional on dating, I have some hot tips ensuring at least your end of the bargain is a success. 1. Don’t do something boring that feels like a job interview. Pick something team oriented. Call me crazy, but I refuse to go on movie dates. They offer no...
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The easiest and best way to go about bettering the environment is simply by using stuff you already have to create something new. There’s no need to create a whole new wheel when you’re able to just patch it. Save money on apartment decor by re-purposing your finds! Paintings: One of the best things to...
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Smaller spaces can mean limited sleeping arrangements. But when you graduate from college and your best friends sprawl across the country, or you find yourself as the designated driver for a group of friends, you have to find ways to accommodate them when they visit your new digs. Sleeper Sofa: Most apartments have a living...
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