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The College Girl’s Guide to Credit
I’ll just charge it. The solution to every shopping problem any girl has ever had. It’s quick. It’s efficient. And swiping a pretty piece of plastic that closely resembles a gift card distances you from the reality that eventually you’ll have to actually pay that money.
Happy Birthday, Barack Obama!
Obama has endured a ton of criticism in his presidency. While I proudly voted for him in 2008, I will freely admit that I feel he’s dropped the ball on important issues. That said, today is his birthday, and I’d like to take a moment to point out some of the great things he has done in the last 2.5 years.

New Year, New You: 6 Easy Ways to Avoid a Money Hangover
Let’s face it, “the talk” is awkward for everyone: You, picturing your parents at your age; your parents trying to cover all the bases (protection, safety, responsibility and the long-term consequences of your young-adult actions) before letting you leave the nest. You know we’re talking about the “money talk,” right?
One Month Challenge: Shopping Ban, Week Four
Finally, the last week of my challenge. I never thought I’d get here without sneaking around UrbanOutfitters.com at midnight to get my window shopping fix (Okay, so maybe I did it once. Or twice.), but here I am. And surprisingly, I’m not counting down until 11:59pm, April 30th with my credit card in my hand.
One Month Challenge: Shopping Ban, Week Three
This week has been 127 times better than last, shopping wise. I’ve been so busy that there hasn’t been much time to dig through F21′s new daily arrivals. Not shopping wise though, stress has been killing me. Exams, term papers, projects… I don’t even see my boyfriend anymore. And I live with him!
One Month Challenge: Shopping Ban, Week Two
So because of a recent underwear purge (I estimate I have about 60 pairs), I found myself needing some nude n0-show undies for an ivory dress my mom bought me over Spring Break. What started as an innocent visit to VS.com for one $10 thong turned into a $250 shopping bag that won’t stop staring at me.
Candy Dish: Check Those Credit Card Statements!
• Big changes coming for credit cards!
• What did Tiger really say today?
• Hilary Duff’s gettin’ married!
• Wanna be a better lover?
• Baby animal photos make Friday even better!
• Mitt Romney vs. LMFAO?!

Candy Dish: Which Credit Card Is Best For You?
• The best credit cards for college kids.
• So what’s the real story behind Miley’s tat?
• Who wears that much makeup to work out?
• So this is what happens when Tiger runs out of women….
• Mmm. Chris Pine looks good in a suit.
• What’s up with the spanking?
The Secret Designers of Etsy.com
Miss Nordstrom had swindled me into signing up for the real deal. Luckily, I only charged a good $110 to my new card (that’s sarcasm), however, in an effort to ensure that I never get myself into this kind of debt debacle again, I decided to stick to buying from people who understand what it means to be a struggling artist. So, I turned to the online shopping portal Etsy – my favorite place to spend time (& cash) on the internet.
Candy Dish: Balloon-boy, The TV Show?
• Looks like Balloon-boy’s family wants to be famous.
• Madonna’s making enemies.
• Did Nicole Richie tie the knot??
• Let’s talk about credit card debt.
• Spotted: Posh Spice on Gossip Girl!
• This must be the son of Superman.
No More Overdraft Fees? Hooray!
When I got to college, my parents and I debated between giving me a credit card or a debit card. With my propensity for shopping and dining out, my parents had enough foresight to realize I’d be $20 million in debt by the end of the first semester with a credit card at my fingertips. Debit card it was. But that didn’t come without its own share of problems.
Candy Dish: Mackenzie Phillips Has a Dirty Secret
• And it is really, really gross.
• Sarah Michelle Gellar is a mama!
• Hayden Panettiere and Kevin Connolly are doin’ it.
• Drool-worthy designer boots. Drool.
• This baby is giving Beyonce a run for her money.
• Beware of those college credit cards.
Candy Dish: Lohan No Longer a Lesbian?
Rumor has it LiLo and Samantha Ronson are dunzo.
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