Posted on Nov 14, 2011 by The Woodlands of Gainesville |
Many of us do not even remember a time without social media, a time when we still had land lines in our homes and our cellphones only had 'Snake'. That was a day when we were blissfully unaware that so-and-so was at the coffee shop with so-and-so or when someone's relationship became 'Facebook official'. The social media boom surfaced and spread at such a rapid rate that we never really had a chance to lay down any g...
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Posted on Feb 1, 2011 by The Woodlands of Gainesville |
As spring break approaches, everyone wants to look their best to avoid the constant cover-up. Let's face it, dieting is hard. So how can you prepare for a season of Gainesville apartment pool parties and adventures to the shore? Set a Goal: Whether a concrete number or a chance to fit back in your favorite jeans, choose something that is attainable. By choosing something too extreme, you'll find yourself becoming ...
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Posted on Dec 3, 2010 by The Woodlands of Gainesville |
TRAVEL & SAFETY 1. If no one will be in the home during the holidays, turn off and unplug all electrical items not in use. 2. Keep windows and doors locked at all time - especially beginning at dusk. 3. Keep personal belongings out of site (ie: cars) This is the number one reason for vehicle break-ins. 4. Talking on your cell phone and/or listening to a music player are the kind of distractions that robbers look...
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Posted on Jun 16, 2010 by The Woodlands of Gainesville |
It's finally summer and with temperatures soaring, it's time to take off on a fun trip with your friends. This article from smartertravel.com, outlines the best ways to travel while having fun, staying safe and still staying on a budget. "Whether you're finishing your freshman year or heading into your final year of graduate school, there's something magical about the end of the spring semester. Classes are wrapping...
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Posted on May 20, 2010 by The Woodlands of Gainesville |
Whether you're spending summer break in your hometown or staying at school, an online job search will get you the fastest results when looking for summer jobs while in college - and is much easier than checking out the classifieds of multiple newspapers. Will you be taking May session or summer session classes? Having school commitments will impact your availability. Also, consider travel time when figuring out wh...
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