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Why It’s Time To Grow Up……..Or Is It?

June 7, 2011

I am the first to admit that I have no clue what I want to do when I grow up. I’ve had phases, I wanted to be a doctor, a pathologist, a dancer – I even got as far as filling out the application form for that one, but I have no idea. What I have realised is that I can no longer put it off, that phrase ‘when I grow up’ is rapidly approaching and all too soon I’m going to be that grown up I never thought I’d be. Now this is not meant to be a tale of woe but more of a ‘appreciate what you’ve got’ kind of message. If you are lucky enough to know … Continue Reading

Top Hangover Cures

June 2, 2011

Based on the after exam celebration plans I thought it might be prudent to research and uncover the perfect cure after a hard night of partying. There are many different potions and concoctions that claim to ease you out of your hungover state but everyone has their favourite; my aim today is to discover which one I should be implementing to ensure I make it to my hair appointment the morning after the end of term celebrations. Here are the top eight:

 

1.A pint of water and two aspirin - they say the old ones are the best and I’m fairly sure my Mum was doing this during the seventies! The water helps to rehydrate you whilst the aspirin … Continue Reading

Everyone Loves A Freebie…..

June 1, 2011

Now, being a student I don’t have a whole heap of spare cash hanging around. I do have a job which helps, but what student can say no to a freebie?! From free samples of cheese on the deli counter to a promotional give away everyone LOVES free stuff. Here are my top tips for achieving the most out of your cost free gains.

  • All those annoying e-mails from websites you’ve bought stuff from or have a subscription with might seem annoying but if you take the 5 mins to fill out there ‘free prize draw’ form you can gain yourself some serious free stuff. Here at the sneaky student Alex managed to get 3 day VIP tickets to a
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