Another relaxing day off yesterday.  This is okay and works with my easing back into things. I am getting back into the lifestyle of running again and will surely be in full swing in no time. I’m not worried, and am actually enjoying getting back into this…and look forward to the process. So today, I...
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Here are several ways to have fun and enjoy your apartment with friends while saving money! Most importantly! Forget the bar! Save the Gas and the money for drinks and buy some bulk drinks for your fridge! That is right! stay at home! The money spent on a one time investment in some board games...
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If you’re tired of the same old “drinking” parties, plan your party with a specific theme in mind.  Here is a short list of cool ideas that are sure to be a guaranteed hit! Spa Party – Most women love to be pampered and feel beautiful, and getting the spa treatment does just this.  These...
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The hors d’oeuvres and drinks are all set out, the stereo system is loaded with your newly burned CD, and your guests are arriving.  As the guests pile in, you begin to hear the same questions over and over again and a neighbor knocks on your door to ask you to keep the noise...
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When you move to a new area as an adult, it can be hard to make new friends. Unlike kids, you’re not in a school or given hours of neighborhood playtime. Sure, work friends are nice. But what if you’d like a life outside of the office? What if you’re an entrepreneur? Meeting people online...
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Hanging out with some friends a discussion of music isn’t far off. Of course, by discussion I mean blurting out favorite old songs and our favorite memory associated with that song. In an effort to bring all you wonderful people into my apartment conversation, I give you some of the most “discussed” songs –...
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So in the time that I have spent living in apartment complexes i have noticed a few things to watch for in regards to neighbors! I feel the most important thing to be aware of is looking for the lifers! Yeap, people who have no intention of ever moving out of the apartment complex...
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Hosting a casual wine party is a great way to reconnect with old friends and meet a lot of new people in a relaxed environment. I have hosted several of these very casual events and the most important part of the evening is all the planning that is involved before the first guest even...
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Game night with friends is a fun way to spend a night in. Every couple of weeks I try to get a few friends together for some old school fun. I have a few games, but I encourage others to bring one of their favorite games along with a bottle of their favorite wine....
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