Category Archives: April Trotter

DIY holiday decoration: How to clove oranges

Cloved oranges make an affordable holiday centerpiece — plus the spicy citrus smell is amazing.

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How many cardigans are too many?

Brittany Wilson tries to figure out how much is too much when it comes to her favorite fashion accessory — and what it’s costing her to own too many cardigans.

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Kickin’ it old school — or at least middle school — for some after-work fun

Brittany Wilson muses about the trials, tribulations and joy that comes with joining an intramural kickball team.

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The not-so-gentle reminder that I’m getting old

My little sister turned 21 last week. While originally I had all these mushy feelings about watching her grow up, the only feeling I could focus on Sunday morning was that of my awful hangover. I spent the better part … Continue reading

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How to make the most of your gym workout,
learn how to use the machines

I’ve been following a new workout plan, compliments of my boyfriend who is a Second Lieutenant in the Army, that requires me to lift more weights and use a variety of machines at the gym. I’m excited to have a … Continue reading

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Study: Millennials like nice things

Last year for my birthday I got a Coach purse. It’s not the flashy kind with the logo all over it. It’s a well-made, goes-with-everything brown leather bag that I’ll hopefully have for years to come. Before my boyfriend ponied … Continue reading

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Feeding our feelings: Millennials’ emotional
connection with restaurant chains

Growing up, my fast-food intake was very limited. I remember getting Burger King kids’ meals every Halloween on the way to go trick-or-treating and visiting Cooper’s in Scranton for our birthdays each year. (Free lobster and cake? Yes, please.) Those … Continue reading

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Growing up and good advice for new college grads

My best friend’s little brother graduates this weekend. I’m not sure if it’s because I’ve known Will since he was 8 years old or if it’s because he is hunting for his first job as a reporter, but I’m feeling … Continue reading

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Financially responsible 20-something
seeks occasional impulse buy

This weekend, I bought a sun hat. It’s floppy, red and entirely unnecessary. But, in my mind, it was a completely justified purchase. It was fewer than $15. And it would come in handy for my beach trips this summer. … Continue reading

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Finding some inspiration in the kitchen

It started innocently enough, with a measuring cup. We needed one, I rationalized. And while we didn’t need a $10 version, I was sucked into the world of Pampered Chef after flipping through only a few pages of the glossy … Continue reading

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