As someone who has always been a little athletically challenged (and slightly uncoordinated) I never developed a competitive streak – until I got a Fitbit for my birthday last year. I started using it to simply get up and move more, what I didn’t expect was becoming addicted to hitting that magic number – the…
8 Weird Things I Do Because I Am Addicted To My Fitbit

9 Things They Didn’t Teach You in College About the Real World

During graduation season, all of you seniors prepare to walk across the stage and accept a diploma after years of hard work probably feel ready to conquer the world. Why shouldn’t you? You endured semester after semester of tests, papers, lectures and studying to become knowledgeable in your field. The rest should be a piece…
10 Things You Need To Keep In Mind When Selecting Your Bridesmaids

They’ve had your back through thick and thin, and now you’re ready to take that relationship to the next level by asking, “Will you be my bridesmaid?” Honestly, this could really make or break your bond, so here are some things you should keep in mind when choosing your bridal party. 1. The Later…
8 Things You Shouldn’t Do After You Graduate College

Six years ago this month, I graduated college. SIX YEARS. Back in May 2010, I thought people who graduated two years before me were older, never mind six years, so I get it if you’re a recent college grad reading this all like ‘this girl is OLD.’ Yeah, I might be too old to do a…
How I Eventually Saw The Positives Of Life After College (Because There Are Positives After All)

Ignoring a few ill-fated frat parties, I never really did the whole #college life. Don’t get me wrong, I cherish my few clear memories of the first month, but by my first midterm, I’d sworn off the sketchy basements and sloppy dudes for studying. Why waste my nights sipping watered-down drinks, tossing ping pong balls…
8 Ways Technology Can Make Your Long Distance Friendship Easier

Long distance relationships can be tough! I’m talking about the one between you and your real soulmates – your best friends! Different paths may have brought you to different states across the country, or maybe to different countries altogether. However, we live in a world filled with amazing technology that can help the distance feel shorter.…