April 2010
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How to Host a Rooftop Deck Party
You just discovered that your new apartment building has an accessible rooftop, just in time for the summer. You may live in an urban jungle, but that should not prevent you from enjoying the finest outdoor garden party. Surround yourself in a shady green oasis, and break out the nice table linens; you can host a rooftop deck or garden party that will make your yard-mowing suburban friends...
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5 Popular Places to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in...
Austin is known as the “Tex-Mex capital” of the United States, so if you happen to live there, you are in an ideal location to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. This year, Cinco de Mayo falls on a Wednesday. “Hump day” is the ideal day of the week for an after-hour cocktail. Here are just a few places in Austin that will be toasting Mexican culture on or around May 5 with drink specials, tasty...
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Cinco de Mayo Ideas for Working Stiffs
May 5th falls on a Wednesday this year. While “hump day” may not be ideal for most people to throw a massive Cinco de Mayo party, it is the perfect day of the week to relax and invite some friends over for Mexican-themed cocktails, food and fun after work. When you are busy, it is easy to forget about this festive holiday that is right around the corner. So be prepared when somebody says,...
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10 Tips to Break the Ice with Your Mother-in-Law
Mother’s day is around the corner. For many women who have mother-in-laws, this can be a stressful and confusing holiday. While some married ladies are lucky enough to hit it off with their in-laws from get-go, many others find that they need to put a little effort into their in-law relationship. If you feel that your relationship with the mother-in-law could use some warming up, here are...
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Advice for College Graduates Class of 2010
Many college students have the luxury of avoiding practical thoughts of reality while living in an academic world that promises a successful future with each passing class that leads to a college degree. College is generally fun and for the most part, easy. However, it rarely prepares you for the real world. It is no surprise that so many college students sail through their college years...
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Most Unusual Homecoming Traditions Across America
For most high school students, homecoming is the most important time of year. In fact, in most schools, activities for the entire year are merely a set up leading to the climax of this one important football game. Included among homecoming activities are crazy traditions. Here are some of the more unusual homecoming traditions across America. Image: Comwiz (Flickr) Homecoming Mums in...
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2010 Fashion Trends for Prom Dresses
You don’t have to miss out on the prom dress trends this year or spend a lot of money on a fashionable prom gown. In fact, spending more than $100 for a prom dress is so 2000. This decade is about looking like a million bucks while being smart about your hard-earned cash. No matter what your style, there are many prom dresses this year that will look fabulous on you. Here is a sneak peak...
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Four Ways Single Moms Can Celebrate Mother’s Day
If you’re a mom, no matter what your budget or schedule, you deserve to be recognized on Mother’s Day. Image: Ecohen (Flickr) Single mothers of young children often have to initiate their own Mother’s Day celebration. If so, don’t feel guilty about taking some time to yourself for some pampering, fun or quality time with your kids to reflect about what being a mother means to you. Here...
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5 Popular Places to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in...
Austin is known as the “Tex-Mex capital” of the United States, so if you happen to live there, you are in an ideal location to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. This year, Cinco de Mayo falls on a Wednesday. “Hump day” is the ideal day of the week for an after-hour cocktail. Here are just a few places in Austin that will be toasting Mexican culture on or around May 5 with drink specials, tasty food...
How to Accommodate Vegetarians at Your Barbeque
It’s Memorial Day weekend, and you are making plans for your famous annual barbeque. You pride yourself as a meat-grilling master Jedi, but just when you are ready to break out the recipe for your secret rub, you find out that there will be vegetarians present. What are you supposed to do to accommodate these oddballs? Don’t panic. You can still wow your meat-eating guests with your robust...
How to Baby Proof Your Apartment
As a new parent, you know how fast your baby grows. Just when you get used to your baby’s feeding schedule and diaper changes, you realize you need to accommodate his or her ever-changing routine. As your baby grows older, take some precautions to make your apartment safe and secure for crawlers and toddlers. Here is how you can baby-proof your apartment as your growing baby explores the...
Practical Nursery Ideas for Your Apartment
One of the most exciting things about expecting a baby is getting the nursery ready. When first-time parents start acquiring baby furniture and anticipating their baby’s every need, it makes the reality of having a baby more concrete and believable. The main mistake that many first-time parents make however, is believing that they need to buy every baby product advertised. Before you go...
The Apartment Blues Playlist
In these hard economic times, many former home owners have now become renters. While there are many perks to living in an apartment – especially these days – apartment life isn’t always easy. If you find yourself getting the apartment living blues, here is the perfect playlist for you. Be sure to crank these songs up loud so that your landlord and your neighbors can hear too. Image: Mrs....
College Campuses with Cemeteries
If you are a diehard college alumni, your college campus may have the perfect place for you both in life and in death. Some colleges offer the ultimate class reunion – in cemeteries and mausoleums, a small but growing trend on college campuses. Designed to house the cremated ashes of alumni, faculty and pets, a few colleges offer higher ed for the dead. If you’re a graduate of the following...
How to Plan a Rooftop Garden
In cities where space is a much desired commodity, vegetable gardens may be considered a luxury. But if you live in a building where a flat rooftop is accessible, you could create a great rooftop vegetable garden from container pots, trellises or even raised garden beds. Whether you have a small space or an entire building’s rooftop, here are a few ideas when planning your rooftop vegetable...
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5 Ways to Dispose of Large Objects
The day will come when you need to get rid of a mattress or a large piece of furniture. But what do you do if the object does not fit in your apartment community’s Dumpster? Most apartment complexes have strict rules about leaving trash near the garbage bin, requiring you to fit it your trash inside and close the lid. Don’t get stuck with fines for improperly disposing of your trash. Here...