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Thursday, January 21, 2021

Power ranking the many pains of a stubbed pinkie toe

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As my pinkie toe made contact with the table and my bagel flew from my plate, I experienced a pain unlike any other: the pain of a stubbed toe.
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Thursday, January 21, 2021
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Got kitten fever? 5 things to expect when you adopt a kitten

On a slight impulse, I adopted a kitten. Read on to see what your “new normal” could look like if you choose to adopt a kitten as well.
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Thursday, January 21, 2021
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Looking on the bright side: The best things that came out of 2020

As unforgiving and upsetting this last year was, we’re not here to dwell on all the would-have-beens. Here are some of the best things that 2020 gave us.
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College Life

Thursday, January 21, 2021
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I crocheted myself a shirt (it actually turned out OK)

I decided to return to one of my favorite sixth-grade hobbies: crocheting. Maybe you’ll be inspired to make something creative and crafty, too!
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Thursday, January 21, 2021
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Start the semester with stellar grades: A smarter note-taking strategy

Now that I’ve finally figured it out, I thought I’d share some of my tips with you so we can all receive “gold stars” throughout the semester.
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College Life

Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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Healthy baba ganoush recipe for your dipping needs

Looking for a healthy dip? Try baba ganoush, a creamy, plant-based, Middle Eastern eggplant dip that is delicious, nutritious and super easy to prepare.
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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Decisions, decisions: My 2021 resolution to become more decisive

The truth is, I’ve always wanted to be a carefree person. I want to say yes to the things I want to do and say no to the what-ifs.
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College Life

Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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How not to get back into the groove

To avoid burning out early in the semester and to develop a more healthy relationship with your schoolwork, consider not getting back into the groove.
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College Life

Monday, January 18, 2021
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Why spring semester is objectively better than fall

As we sit back down at our desks and open up our computers once again, here is why we believe the spring semester is objectively better than the fall.
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Monday, January 18, 2021
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Aliens on aux: A playlist for your next space odyssey

Feeling tired of living on planet Earth? Wishing you could escape to the cosmos? Then this space-themed playlist is for you.
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