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3 Simple Reasons I Will Always Listen To My Mom

We have all heard the statement “mothers know best” in the midst of just about every tiff we had with our moms when growing up. And, when I was 15, dating a guy my mom did not necessarily approve of, I wished that statement was not true. I hoped that I knew better. In the back of mind, though, I knew that I would look back and wish I listened to her. And, I do. Since then, I have realized that the maternal insight is nothing to be taken lightly. Each heart-to-heart and every piece of advice comes from a special place in a mom’s heart, making it more meaningful than anyone else’s. There are three simple reasons why I will always, always, always listen to my mom. 3. She wants what is best for me.  There are a lot of people that support me and want me to do my best outside

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An Open Letter To My Best Friend

If you’re lucky enough to have a best friend, someone you can tell everything to, share clothes with, laugh at everything with, confide in, and someone you know won’t ever leave your side, you will relate to this. Your best friend could be the person you grew up alongside throughout your whole childhood, they can be someone you met your freshman year of college, or anything in between or beyond. Your best friend means the world to you, and you would do absolutely anything for them. College can be hard between keeping up with your studies and finding your social niche where you fit in, but if you have your best friend’s support, whether that be from home, another college, or right beside you, it makes it a whole lot easier. I’m lucky enough to have my best friend as my roommate, so here’s to another year of laughs, cries,

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20 Thoughts When Summer Separates You From Your BFF

When the thought of summer vacation gave you anxiety instead of excitement, you understand the feeling of being separated from your BFF. The type of bonds we form over the years, are stronger than our hate for school work. Hold on for a little longer, because before you know it, you’ll be back at school and back to your old shenanigans. These are some thoughts one has when summer puts distance between you and your best friend. 20. What am I supposed to do with my free time, now that my BFF isn’t down the hall? 19. Maybe I should call? 18. Do I have to talk to people from high school now? 17. But they don’t understand me the same way. 16. Nothing is fun without my partner in crime! 15. BFF knows me better than anyone.

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You Don’t Need A Valentine: Your BFF Is The Solution!

Valentine’s Day is a great holiday to show someone that you care. Unlike popular belief though, that someone doesn’t always have to be a significant other. The best person to share your love with on Valentine’s Day is your best friend and it definitely comes with some benefits. Although having someone special in your life is great, there is no reason to dread this upcoming holiday if you’re single. All you need is one or more really good friends and here is why.   1. You don’t have to shower and shave your entire body. 2. You don’t have to worry about a “50 Shades Of Grey” reenactment. 3. Wine night and gossip session! 4. You can stop at the stores together and buy all the discounted candy! 5. Eat as much as you want and not worry about being naked and bloated later. 6. No gifts! 7. You don’t