The Newbury Girl

The Transient Twenties | Personal Growth

August 28, 2018
Transient twenties
As I write this post, I am sitting on a worn-out, secondhand couch left by a former roommate. Currently, this is the only piece of furniture in my apartment that is suitable for sitting. Like many New Englanders, I am moving out of my apartment on September 1st, so much of my furniture has been sold or given to others for free.
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How to Remove Deodorant Stains DIY Fail!

August 9, 2018
DIY Fail | Removing Deodorant Stains from Clothing
Stick deodorant sucks. No matter how hard I try or what deodorant I buy, every dress, shirt, and bra that I own is slowly ruined by my deodorant overtime. To stop deodorant from ruining more of my shirts, I decided to try a Pinterest DIY Hack.
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How to Make Smarter Shopping Decisions

August 2, 2018
Smart Consumerism | How to Make Better Shopping Decisions
Learning how to develop smart shopping and savings habits are essential parts of growing up. Unfortunately, for many of us, financial literacy is not something taught to us in school or by our parents. Shopping can offer temporary relief from stress or sadness, but buying "things" does not equate to true happiness. Moreover, excessive spending can actually hold you back from living an active, engaging life, especially as you age.
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