Monthly Archives: February 2012

Expectations — and how they evolve during your 20s

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Jess Krout

The word “expectations” can take on a lot of meanings in your 20s. Last night, when my cat looked at me with his big, gold eyes begging for a carrot peel, I realized he expected me to give him some. … Continue reading →

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Play soccer? You should check out the White Rose Women’s Soccer League

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Lauren Boyer

I never moved as a kid. I lived in the same house. Same room. 18 years. It’s pathetic. I know. So moving to a new place as a 20-something was a real wake-up call. In fact, I moved three times … Continue reading →

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Finding stress relief in the kitchen

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Sarah Chain

It is about that time of the year where I yearn desperately for summer. Warmer temperatures, fresh produce, longer daylight hours, wonderful mountain vacations. Some of it stems from winter weather (although we haven’t had much this year). Most of … Continue reading →

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NASCAR and meeting my boyfriend halfway

Posted on February 27, 2012 by April Trotter

My boyfriend and I are pretty compatible, except for one thing: He’s an athlete. And not just the kind that’s good at one sport. He can pick up anything that involves physical activity and excel at it. He is also … Continue reading →

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York College grad to hike Appalachian Trail

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Leigh Zaleski

The time between college and joining the work force can be a period of uncertainty for many college graduates. Some use that window as an opportunity to tackle accomplishments that might become more difficult once student-loan repayment, bills and a … Continue reading →

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Twenty & Change debate: Are we *gulp* our parents?

Posted on February 24, 2012 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: I don’t know how it happened, but I think I’m turning into my mom. … Continue reading →

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PBS and the lost art of edutainment

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Dan Rorabaugh

I really feel for kids these days. Sure, they have instant access to the World Wide Web at home, at school, on the go and just about wherever they go. There are 800 cable or satellite channels for any kind … Continue reading →

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Sex and booze: the definition of a 20-something?

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Bethany Fehlinger

I feel like everywhere I turn, the world thinks the life of a 20-something is just an extension of college: Lots of alcohol, lots of sex and trying to fill the time in between before we can drink and get … Continue reading →

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Five places to vintage shop

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Jess Krout

I’m kind of in love with antiquing (as mentioned in last week’s post.) Besides being trendy, it’s also environmentally-friendly (another form of recycling with fewer new items being made and shipped). It can also be friendly to your wallet (sometimes). … Continue reading →

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Dreaming of vacation

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Sarah Chain

This past weekend, I made the four-hour trek home for my brother’s 10th birthday. After family time during the day Saturday, I headed out to a local bar with a few friends from high school, who spent part of the … Continue reading →

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