Monthly Archives: November 2011

’tis the season to get engaged (or so I’m told)

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Brittany Wilson

About one in four grooms-to-be, many of them twenty-somethings, take the plunge and propose to their dearly beloveds in the month between Thanksgiving and Christmas, according to a survey sponsored by the publisher of “Modern Bride.” In line with the … Continue reading →

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Presenting: Themed holiday presents for 20-somethings

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Jess Krout

It’s that time of year, when the world focuses on commercialism. I appreciate stimulating the economy, but 20-somethings don’t always have that much cash to spare. Besides, as I’m going through my quarter-life crisis, I don’t even want expensive gifts … Continue reading →

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Five years after high school, keepin’ it classy at the CLASS reunion

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Lauren Boyer

The excitement surrounding my five-year high school reunion slowly dwindled leading up to Friday night. Let’s face it: Facebook had already ruined the element of surprise. I knew who had gotten pregnant. Who had gotten fat. Who had gotten no … Continue reading →

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Decorating on the cheap: What works, what doesn’t

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Sarah Chain

When I moved into my first post-college apartment, it also happened to be my first unfurnished apartment. Of course, I didn’t have a lot of time to hunt for furniture. I also didn’t have a lot of money. (And as … Continue reading →

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Would you holla ‘We want prenup’?

Posted on November 28, 2011 by April Trotter

Rapper Kanye West gave us all some words to live by a few years back with his hit “Gold Digger.” In case you’ve forgotten his sage advice, here’s a reminder: If you ain’t no punk holla we want prenup! We … Continue reading →

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Modern (tech-y) love

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Chris Dunn

As an avid reader of The New York Times’ weekly “Modern Love” column for the past five years — and yes, I’ve read all the earlier published columns, too — I appreciate the perspective the various writers have offered. The topics range … Continue reading →

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Twenty & Change debate: What are we thankful for?

Posted on November 25, 2011 by Erin McCracken

Each week, Twenty & Change bloggers will sound off on life topics from the serious to the silly. Post a comment to join the discussion! Erin: We spend way too much time thinking about our problems. (i.e. relationships, bills, careers, … Continue reading →

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Coming home to a new era of holidays

Posted on November 25, 2011 by Leigh Zaleski

I headed home to Scranton on Wednesday for Thanksgiving. Days before I left, I started thinking about how our family dynamics and traditions have changed. I’ve always had a busy house. I have four brothers and a sister. When we … Continue reading →

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Parting with childhood one toy collection at a time

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Jess Krout

The end of “Toy Story 3″ brings tears to my eyes. We’re the generation that grew up with “Toy Story.” I was 9 years old when the first movie was released, still playing with a few toys. At 13 years … Continue reading →

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The best $350 I ever spent

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Sarah Chain

Most anyone who knows me will tell you I spend very little money. Part of it is because I worry incessantly about future expenses like retirement (it’s only 42 years away!), and part of it comes from a tight budget … Continue reading →

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