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Comment on 4 Wicked Water Weapons – Super Cheap of Course by Lovejoy

Lovejoy — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:44:45 +0000

It looks like their website was taken down I tried looking for the directions elsewhere and this is what I found http://www.iwote.com/arts/crafts/the-ultimate-squirt-gun-build-a-waterzooka.html. I hope this helps! Have fun with it!

Comment on 4 Wicked Water Weapons – Super Cheap of Course by barbara

barbara — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 03:52:30 +0000

trying to find the directions to make a waterzooka!! can you help me?? please nothing happens when i try to log onto the website….

Thank you

Comment on Keeping a Long Distance Relationship in College by Kasey

Kasey — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:37:48 +0000

Young lady, I can’t believe an adult let you print this on the web! You are recommending that a student text her boyfriend all throughout the day. Get REAL!!! We parents are paying for you kids to attend college, like…go to class, do homework, and yes have a social life, but can you please focus on school work on school days?!

Comment on Bounce Back from Winter Break! by Amy Burke aka Ring Queen

Amy Burke aka Ring Queen — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:13:01 +0000

I’m so glad you like the post! You have to spice up your routine if you want to return to campus with a smile on your face!
I love your question– and you’re in luck! My boyfriend (of almost 2 1/2 years! Whoo!) surprised me big time on my birthday this year, so much that I still smile about it a semester later!
Here’s the scoop (keep in mind there are many ways to decorate rooms, but this is just an idea!): While I was out and about on campus my boyfriend, let’s call him Fred, came over armed with balloons, streamers, sparkle confetti, a birthday banner and a homemade date night itinerary! He blew up about 30 balloons– pink, red, orange, all the bright and bubbly colors!– and stuck them on the ceiling, on the walls, on the floor and all over my bed! Then he put up the banner across one of the walls and scattered confetti on the hard surfaces–the desk, dresser, etc (makes for easier clean up then if he would have put them on the floor!) The streamers looked amazing hanging from above my bed and almost gave it a princess feel– which sounds like it would be perfect for your leading lady!
Here’s the show stopper of the surprise: Not only was I surprised to come in and see the birthday explosion that was now my dorm room, but there waiting for me on my bed was simple packet of information Fred had left for me– presented in folder! I was intrigued. Inside he had planned out a whole date night for us– complete with map quest directions, reviews of the restaurant, a handmade reservation ticket, and movie times! It was so thoughtful and sweet.
So let’s talk logistics– this surprise was utterly fantastic AND easy to manage if you want to replicate it! All it takes is a trip to the dollar store, a little bit of creativity, and ploy to get her out of her room! And like I said, if you want to put the cherry on top of the great surprise, add a heartfelt detail like the date night packet to really show her you care! (It doesn’t have to be fancy, it could be a picnic, a walk, anything you want! It’s totally customizable!)

Hope this helps & Good Luck! Let me know if you need anything else– I live for fun ideas to spice up every day!

xoxo Amy Burke… Now known as Ring Queen because of my love for rings and fun flare!

Comment on Bounce Back from Winter Break! by Dick Boobarini

Dick Boobarini — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 03:57:20 +0000

Amy Burke this is such a fun and enlightening blog. I am now starting my second semester of junior year. I am a business management and international studies major at Temple University which is in Philadelphia. I am forwarding this article to my mother in Kentucky. She always is talking about fun ways to spice up or energize me for school. This article sounds exactly like my mother, its to funny! Since you sound like such a fun young lady I have a question. I have the most adorable girlfriend and we’ve been dating for 8 wonderful months! Her birthday is coming up and I was wondering if you know of any fun ways to decorate her dorm room, or her door, or anything that might make her birthday special.
p.s. As you may have guessed my name is not Dick Boobarini as I’m sure your name is not Amy Burke. I used that name to be fun and keep this comment confidential.
your friend,
Dick Boobarini

Comment on Coachella 2011: An Aftermath Assessment by Coachella 2012 Lineup

Coachella 2012 Lineup — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:19:36 +0000

[...] of attending last year’s weekend extravaganza (you can check out my 2011 Coachella review here) and I can assure you that the Indio, California Empire Polo Club is one of the coolest venues [...]

Comment on Best Places to Celebrate New Years Eve by anthony

anthony — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 14:46:48 +0000

If anyone wants to spend New Year's Eve in Canada my recommendation is definitely Toronto's Queen Victoria Park overlooking Niagara Falls. If you are lucky enough to find a good viewing spot you can enjoy the splendid fireworks while listening to the performances of some great musicians. It's a very romantic place to welcome the New Year.

Comment on eCampus Cares Sweepstakes by Sarah Bryant

Sarah Bryant — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 03:55:42 +0000

ECampus saves me money ever semester! Wouldn’t use any other company! This care package would be great,ecspecially when financial aid doesn’t get you far!

Comment on Education Startups by janett logan

janett logan — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:53:05 +0000

I very much agree with your projection regarding Brainscape. I have found through years of experience that this is still the best way of learning. I think it will do quite well.

Comment on eCampus Cares Sweepstakes by Denise Bigley

Denise Bigley — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:10:29 +0000

Either of my college kids would love this!