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This blog is dedicated to acquiring tips and tricks from REAL WOMEN that have become experts in making the events of their lives extraordinary. This wisdom will be shared in the event-planning book I am writing called "Your Life and Times."

You're an event planner and probably don't even realize it! Did you ever direct your high school play or organize a school dance; plan a baby shower for your college roommate; volunteer to host the 3rd grade class Valentine's Day party; have a birthday party for your kids; organize a fundraiser for a sick friend; plan a company golf outing; serve as a scout leader or a Sunday School teacher; host a block party for the neighborhood; plan your parent's 50th wedding anniversary? If so, your experiences and your voice is what will make this book useful, unique and best of all fun to read.

Time-savers, planning tips, favorite websites, funny stories, or how you averted disaster on a special day - anything goes! But please only post what you are willing to share with the world - it could end up in the book!

Sunday, July 15

THE ESSENTIAL COLLEGE MOVE-IN CHECKLIST


THE ESSENTIAL COLLEGE MOVE-IN CHECKLIST
Whether you’re rooming with a friend from your hometown or a complete stranger, when you have to share a living space that’s probably smaller than a bedroom you had all to yourself at home, it can be a challenge.   To prepare for dorm life you need to do your homework.  With some careful planning (and careful packing) you can arrive prepared to have a great college experience.

Use this checklist to help you think through the essential items you may need to bring:

SLEEPING                                                          EATING

__Extra-long twin sheets (2 sets)           __Microwaveable cereal bowls/plates

__Foam mattress pad                            __Utensils

__Comforter                                           __Mugs

__Blanket                                               __Can/bottle opener

__Bed Pillow                                          __Chip clips

__Clip-on Fan                                        __Food Storage Containers

__Clip-on Lamp                                     __Paper Towels

__Alarm Clock


SHOWERING                                         DRESSING/LAUNDERING                      

__Shower Caddy                                   __Iron                        

__Shower Shoes                                   __Ironing Board

__Towels and Washcloths                    __Clothes Basket

__Robe                                                 __Lint Brush

__Toiletries                                          __Wrinkle Release

      __Hair Dryer/Hair Products                  __Laundry Detergent/Dryer Sheets

                                                             __Stain Stick

                                                             __Drying Rack

                                                     
COMPUTING                                         DECORATING

__Surge Protectors                                __Wall hooks/removable poster tape

__Flash Drive                                         __Posters/photos

__Laptop accessories                           __Memo board/bulletin board

__Printer/ink cartridges                         __Dry erase markers

__Printer paper                                      __Area rug

__Ethernet cable (a long one)               __Throw pillows/blankets

__Headphones


STUDYING                                                         STORING

__Tape, Stapler, Scissors                     __Pant/Skirt hangers

__Pens/Pencils                                     __Underbed storage container

__Binders                                              __Over-door hook or shoe rack

__Backpack                                          __Bed lifts (if you are unable to loft your bed)

__Calculator                                                      


PERSONAL                                            IF NOT PROVIDED (AND IF THERE’S ROOM)

__Camera                                               __TV

__Rain Coat                                           __DVD player

__Umbrella                                             __Chair/Futon

__Snow Boots                                        __Window Fan

__Sewing kit                                           __Bookshelf

__Basic tool kit                                       __Full length mirror

__Flashlight                                            __Microwave

__First Aid/Medication                          __Mini refrigerator

__Duct Tape                                                      

__Power strips/extension cords

__Stamps/Stationary

__ Phone charger


EVEN IF NOT EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED, IT’S JUST A BAD IDEA TO BRING:

__Toasters and toaster ovens

__Coffee Pots

__Candles/incense

__Hot plates, electric skillets or grills

__Halogen lamps

__Valuable jewelry or other irreplaceable items

__Electric Blanket

__Popcorn Popper



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