For many, moving out of your parent's home is a rite of passage, and that's not surprising. There aren't many other moments in one's life that make you feel more like an "adult" than turning the key and stepping into your very own apartment or house. But like most...
“Deus Lux Mea Est” or “God is my light” is the official motto of The Catholic University of America (CUA). Lying in the Nation’s Capital, CUA is the only national Catholic university and is home to over 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students. In fact, it was...
If you're entering your senior year of college, there's a certain number of things to think about ahead of graduation and moving out. Preparing for the working world, living on your own and having no built-in vacation time are not easy transitions to make, so it's...
Four years of college have passed in the blink of an eye and suddenly your undergrad journey closes as you walk across the stage, throw your cap in the air, and say “I did it!” If you had a dollar for every time someone asked you your plans after graduation, you would...
As the third-largest city in Arizona (second to Phoenix and Tucson), Mesa welcomes many tourists and permanent residents alike. Living in Mesa offers enriching activities, cultural experiences, sporting events and dining option. Check out these tips and suggestions...
I don't know about you, but Star Wars is so much more than a series of movies for me. My childhood was full of lightsabers, Jedi, and unforgettable characters such as Darth Vader. I'd watch the movies over and over again and play every single Star Wars video game I...
For any artist, getting to travel the world while promoting your work is the dream, but sometimes once the dream becomes reality you can find yourself scratching your head when it comes time to packing. That’s why we’ve got you covered! Below are 5 tips for packing...
From time to time you may wonder, "Can I rent a trailer and haul that giant marble statue I want to buy so badly?" Luckily, U-Haul's website makes it easy to see how much you can expect to tow with your vehicle and one of their trailers! The first step is to go to the...
Wind instruments--including the trumpet, saxophone, horn, flute, tuba, trombone, oboe, clarinet and saxophone--require special care when moving day rolls around. Shakes, bumpy roads or extreme temperatures can leave lasting damages on your jazz instruments, so leaving...
Plants have so many benefits to your home. Not only are they beautiful but they have many health benefits. Some indoor plants purify the air and others keep away certain insects and pests. If you are lucky enough to have a green thumb, you know planting them and...
Moving--especially long distance--is an exciting time in your life; one that can affect those closest to you. After all of the major details of your move have been decided and set in stone, it’s time to tell your friends, family, and co-workers. Here are some tips on...
Bringing home a new puppy can be a lot of work, but in the long run, it is so worth it. Throughout the years I've had several dogs, some were adopted when they were tiny little babies, others were already fully grown. There are perks to both, and any dog will be a...