http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/feeds/blog Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Blog for Woodlands of Columbia http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/21/Social%20Media%20Manners Many of us do not even remember a time without social media, a time when we still had land lines in our homes and our cellphones only had 'Snake'. That was a day when we were blissfully unaware that so-and-so was at the coffee shop with so-and-so or when someone's relationship became 'Facebook official'. The social media boom surfaced and spread at such a rapid rate that we never really had a chance to lay down any ground rules and establish a system of ethics. Social Media and the issues that surround it are often the elephant in the room, or more accurately, in the palm of everyone's hand, so after much research on the subject, I've developed a list of my own code of social media etiquette, or humble advice, however one chooses to receive it. 1. Who should really be your 'friend'? In response to such a question, some of the rules of the past still apply, for example, don't talk to strangers. If you do not know them, you don't have to accept them and let them into your personal cyber life. It's still your life and you should still take control of who you wish to associate with. Chances are you cannot name all of your facebook friends or twitter followers from memory and you may definitely forget a quick friend request that you accepted from your family pastor a few months back as you post the photos from your latest hazy visit to fraternity row. The best remedy for this faux pas is to do what your mother said and choose your friends wisely. If you must post the pics from the foam party, don't befriend your boss. 2. Separation of Social Media and Real Life . . . There is nothing more awkward than for someone to call you out about something you posted on -insert preferred social media here- during a face to face interaction. The first rule of social media is don't talk about social media . . . except on social media. I like to think of it as an alternate existence. Sure it may come up in casual conversation, but that does not mean that you should go sticking 'like' stickers all over town creeping everyone out, or speaking in hash-tags, thats just weird. 3. A Posting Predicament . . . Another instance when your mother knew what she was talking about; if you have nothing nice to say, don't say anything at all. This rule is particularly important when dealing with social media because unfortunately, you cannot take something back quite as easily when it is posted on the internet and 250 people saw it before you had a chance to hit the delete button. The dreaded social media trail has gotten countless users into heaps of trouble, so think before you tweet, you have all the time in the world to post a well-thought out rebut void of incorrect spelling, cursing and misinformation. Hey kids, keep it classy. 4. Know when to Stop . . . Too much of a good thing is not so awesome and this overwhelmingly applies to social media. What you do on your own time is your business. Please, tweet to your heart's content, but when you are visiting your grandmother, ordering food or coffee or checking out at any store, put the posts off until later. Think about it, that hot date wants to see your beautiful face, not the top of your head as you obsess over someone's newly single status. 5. The Fun Stuff . . . There are so many positive aspects of social media, otherwise, why would it have become the norm? Its value as a marketing tool, especially for small business is immeasurable, and I don't even remember birthdays before Facebook. It really puts the excitement back in the birthday, even after age 21. It is undeniably the most global reaching method for which to put yourself out there for all of the world to see, or as little of the world as you wish. And the buck does not stop at Facebook, Twitter and Google+, there are many more exciting forms of social media in which to get involved. My personal favorites include Instagram (a photo-sharing feed) and Pinterest. (a diy, recipe, fashion, design, anything-you-can-think-of sharing haven) If you have yet to check these out, you are in for a treat. They will keep your love of social media fresh and exciting and open up even more possibilities for you and your cyber social life, enjoy! Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/21/Social%20Media%20Manners Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/20/Look%20&amp;%20Be%20Fit%20for%20Spring%20Break As spring break approaches, everyone wants to look their best to avoid the constant cover-up. Let's face it, dieting is hard. So how can you prepare for a season of College Station apartment pool parties and adventures to the shore? Set a Goal: Whether a concrete number or a chance to fit back in your favorite jeans, choose something that is attainable. By choosing something too extreme, you'll find yourself becoming quickly discouraged and not seeing the goal through. Make your goal visible so you feel accountable for it. Place sticky notes around the house, hang your swim suit on the back of your door, or hang up a picture on the mirror for inspiration. TEAM = Together Everyone Achieves More: More chances than not, your friends have had the idea of working out and/or eating healthier too. Find a couple of friends who you know will be willing to commit to staying fit, but need the support of a group to avoid those tempting situations. Instead of heading to the grocery store alone, grab your friends and plan out healthy meals for the week. One person bring the grilled chicken, the others the sides. You will be able to refuse the sweets and extra carbs with your friends by your side. Move Around: Just like your weekly food choices, set a plan of action for the gym. Starting up at the gym can be difficult so take some time to plan what you enjoy doing and what improvements you'd like to see. Simple things such as walking everyday on the treadmill during your favorite television show will, even show a difference on the scale. If you want to increase your weekly results, add in some weights or add on a few extra minutes to your routine. Water Water Water: By simply replacing your favorite soft drink with water, you can cut significant calories and unwanted sugars. Do you tend to have a hard time knowing when you are full? Try drinking water before and during your meal. It will give your body time to digest and realize it's full. Also by drinking more water, your body will get some extra exercise from making more trips to the restroom. One in, One Out. Each week, incorporate a healthy alternative into your diet. ie: green tea in the mornings vs. coffee. You will still be gaining the desired caffeine, but will be consuming more antioxidants that speed up your metabolism and increase digestion. Don't forget your Wheaties: Breakfast gets your fire burning. By skipping breakfast, you are placing your body into metabolic-shock around your 1pm lunch break. Keep the fuel burning by eating smaller meals more often. Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/20/Look%20&amp;%20Be%20Fit%20for%20Spring%20Break Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/19/Holiday%20Safety%20411 WEB: 1. Avoid "Click-Happy" Accidents: Don't be the "click-happy" person - be cautious before clicking and following links 2. Evil Greeting Cards: Watch your incoming emails! Ask yourself... a) do you know this person? b) do they normally send messages like this? c) does the title seem too good to be true. 3. Phishing Tricks: Be aware of Phishers! Phishing email commonly targets PayPal, eBay and Amazon users although bank notification emails and credit card frauds are also on the top schemes of these financially motivated attackers. 4. Surfing Disaster: Surf the internet safely, make sure your online security protection is turned on(firewall, HIPS and anti-malware). Cyber threats uses blackhat search engine optimization to direct traffic to malicious websites. 5. Holiday Scammers - if it sounds too good to be true, then think again! Be cautious of job offerings, big discounts, and free winnings. 6. Charity Fraud: We hope you all are in the holiday spirit, but make sure you know who you are donating to and their cause. Avoid engaging into hasty decision by just following a good looking email or visiting unfamiliar website. Spend time to research and don’t hesitate to ask! It doesn't make you cheap - just responsible. 7. Dangerous Downloads & Installs: Sure people are in the giving spirit, but do you know what that content contains? Spammed malware uses social engineering technique such as the "Delivery Problem." This email message pretends to be coming from legitimate companies such as UPS, DHL and FedEx. The convincing looks and content often leads to manual download and installation of malicious program. 8. Identity Theft: Holiday hackers, password stealers, and banking trojans may take advantage of you this festive season. BE SMART! 9. Enable Security Protections: Prepare for the season - update your current software, enable your online protection, and monitor your activity. TRAVEL & SAFETY 1. If no one will be in the home during the holidays, turn off and unplug all electrical items not in use. 2. Keep windows and doors locked at all time - especially beginning at dusk 3. Keep personal belongings out of site (ie: cars) This is the number one reason for vehicle break-ins. 4. Talking on your cell phone and/or listening to a music player are the kind of distractions that robbers look for when selecting targets. When exiting your vehicle or walking to your destination, it is so important to focus on getting where you must go (free of distractions that prevent you from noticing dangerous situations). Fri, 03 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/19/Holiday%20Safety%20411 Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/18/The%20Best%20Summer%20Vacations%20for%20Students! It's finally summer and with temperatures soaring, it's time to take off on a fun trip with your friends. This article from smartertravel.com, outlines the best ways to travel while having fun, staying safe and still staying on a budget. "Whether you're finishing your freshman year or heading into your final year of graduate school, there's something magical about the end of the spring semester. Classes are wrapping up, the sun is shining, and spring fever is in full force. With any luck, you've got a plan together for some type of summer employment. The next task is deciding where you'll be spending all that hard-earned cash on vacation. You know you can't bear the thought of heading back to class without at least a week's worth of R&R. The question is: what, where, and most importantly—how? Advertisement Road trip The quintessential summer trip for the college set is the road trip, and exploring without a plan is half the fun. However, there's nothing wrong with doing a little investigative pre-search, purely for ideas, of course. RoadTripAmerica.com has an active forum where you can post questions and get answers from seasoned road warriors, as well as feature articles on topics ranging from the most boring highway in America to how to make a speed run. I too was curious as to what exactly constitutes a "speed run." It's covering at least 650 miles in one day. Roadtripusa.com is another good bet. It features 11 replicable cross-country routes (including Route 66), as well as several podcasts about road-tripping. The best site, however, is RoadsideAmerica.com. Were I to just hop in the car this summer (if I had a car, that is, but more on rentals in a second), I would plan my whole trip based on this website. Tucked within this gem of a site is information about some of the weirdest places in the U.S. and Canada, precisely the places that make North American road trips so wonderful. Take, for example, Graceland Too in Holly Springs, Mississippi, where owner Paul McLeod will give you a three-hour tour of his home/shrine to the King at any hour of the day (literally). There's also the Petrified Wood Gas Station, Cafe, Motel in Decatur, Texas, and The Smallest Church in 48 States in Horse Shoe Run, West Virginia, among a plethora of others. Need I say more? What if you're eager to hit the road, but don't have any wheels? Under-25-year-olds (usually as long as you're at least 21) can rent, although you should be prepared to pay a little extra. Erin Liszewski, one of our interns here at SmarterTravel, herself a soon-to-be college grad, rented a car during spring break. When asked about the extra fees, she says: "I chose Fox Rent A Car because their [under-25] rental fee is $20 a day, as opposed to the typical $25 a day. I was also able to justify spending the extra $20 because I split the cost of my economy car between me and three other people. For an extra $5 per day, I could stomach it." She also made a good point of milking your status as a dependent for all it's worth. As a student you can often take advantage of your parents' AAA memberships, car insurance, etc. Be sure to inquire at the rental agency for details, though. Fees aside, there are some good deals out there, even for one-way rentals. Be sure to check out SmarterTravel's car deals page for more information. Last but not least, the whole point of a road trip is that it's supposedly cheaper than taking an all-inclusive vacation to Cancun. If you're cruising in a Honda Civic, this might be true, while not so much for the Hummer or RV. With gas topping $3 a gallon in many places, you might want to check out this list of suggestions for paying less at the pump, as well as GasBuddy.com. Camping Pitching a tent and spending a week in the woods, on a lake, or at the beach is another option for an affordable vacation. I recently went camping in Moab, Utah, and would highly recommend checking out both the national park campgrounds as well as the area's private ones before making any decisions. From my experience, national park campgrounds tend to be cheaper, quieter, and centrally located to park attractions, but at the same time, they lack the facilities that make other campgrounds so fun, like pools, hot tubs, and proximity to liquor stores. It all depends on what you're looking for. Some campgrounds will also let you make group reservations, meaning that you and your crew will be able to be in the same area. Be sure to make arrangements in advance if you're interested in something like this, especially around holidays. Advertisement Off-peak and group travel If taking a vacation means whipping out your passport, never fear. STA Travel is offering round-trip fares between New York and London from just $182 (plus tax). You have to book by May 15 however, and depart by June 15. STA Travel also has some good last-minute specials worth checking out. You could also fork out for a more expensive plane ticket to an inexpensive destination. For example, while a ticket to Ankara, Turkey, might cost $1,400 from New York, once you get there, the eastern part of the country is remarkably affordable. Many Southeast Asian countries are also off-peak at this time of the year. Yes, Bangkok can get monsoon rains during the summer, but if you're headed there to check out the cultural and historical sights (not just the beach) it shouldn't matter much. Another option is group travel. Maybe the thought of traveling en masse pains you, conjuring up images of middle-aged couples in embarrassing "This body climbed Mt. Washington" T-shirts and white socks with sandals, but it doesn't always have to be that way. There are actually some great deals to be had for students who are interested in traveling in groups, particularly via bus. Two summers ago while traveling in Turkey, I met an Aussie girl who'd been traveling through Egypt. She had nothing but great things to say about Go Bus, a British company specializing in excursions in that region. Rates start at $399 for an almost all-inclusive nine-day trip (airfare and some meals are extra). A 15-day trip is also available for $499. A side note on getting to Egypt: While flights from the U.S. can be expensive, you can often score much cheaper ones from Europe. Such cheap thrills are not only available overseas—you can find them in the U.S. as well. I had never heard of Green Tortoise Adventure Travel until I started doing a little research, but now I'm intrigued. The concept is simple: cheap, simple travel with interesting people. They offer many different types of tours, from cross-country jaunts to excursions south of the border, not to mention the Burning Man Festival. If you like camping, hostelling, and vegetarian food (meals are provided, but mostly of the non-meat variety), it may be worth a look. Prices are affordable, too. For example, the 14-day Best of the West tour starts at $699. In a nutshell, your summer vacation options are only as limited as your imagination. Take advantage of the Internet and see what's out there. From camping in national parks to lounging on beaches to giving your passport a good workout, you're bound to find a memorable way to take full advantage of your summer break." Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/18/The%20Best%20Summer%20Vacations%20for%20Students! Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/17/Great%20tips%20for%20Summer%20Jobs!! Whether you're spending summer break in your hometown or staying at school, an online job search will get you the fastest results when looking for summer jobs while in college - and is much easier than checking out the classifieds of multiple newspapers. Will you be taking May session or summer session classes? Having school commitments will impact your availability. Also, consider travel time when figuring out what hours you can work. Are you looking for a job you can continue part time during the school year? If so, make sure this is an option when you talk with potential employers. It is great if you can get year-round employment out of a summer job. This is a good way to pay for extra expenses. What college summer jobs are available in your career field? Talk with your advisor, professors and other students in your major to find out what jobs are a good match with your course of study. Are you more concerned with how much a job pays or gaining experience in your career field? The best job would be one that pays well and gives you experience, but you may not be able to find one that provides both. Decide ahead of time which is more important so you can clearly evaluate your options. Do you need a set weekly schedule or one that is flexible? Typically office jobs offer a 9 to 5, Monday through Friday work week, whereas retail jobs and restaurant jobs offer shifts throughout the week and schedules that are often set only a week in advance. Once you find the right job for you, you need to make sure you make a great first impression! You have to prove to the manager that you are the one for the job! Follow these great tips to land your summer dream job: Have a positive attitude! Be positive, outgoing and friendly. Show an interest in the company and the job. And if they tell you no, don’t get upset. You never know, making a good impression now could mean getting a job in your future. According to 36 percent of hiring managers, a positive attitude is the number one attribute they look for in a seasonal employee. Be professional, clean and, most importantly, on time! Wear job appropriate clothing and leave all the face, tongue piercings at home for the interview. First impressions make a huge difference in getting the job! So smile, be professional, upbeat and go land the summer job you've been wanting! www.snagajob.com Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/17/Great%20tips%20for%20Summer%20Jobs!! Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/16/Haiti%20Relief%20-%20Easy%20Way%20to%20Help! Just a simple text can donate $10! Text the word "Haiti" to 90999 and the charge will show up on your next cell phone bill! "Donating to Haiti relief as easy as texting. So, who knew you could provide medical treatment, water or food to Haiti earthquake victims just by sending a text message from a cell phone? Apparently, a whole lot of people, thanks to appeals on Web sites ranging from the White House blog to the social networking sites Facebook and Twitter. The American Red Cross has raised more than $8 million for earthquake relief from people sending text messages, according to the White House. "It doesn't really surprise me that people would jump into the idea," said Lynda Nicely of West Allis, who texted a donation to the Red Cross from her LG enV phone. Verizon Wireless will add the cost to her bill. Nicely, a public relations professional who sometimes volunteers for the Red Cross, The Women's Center in Waukesha and other causes, said she usually donates time rather than money to organizations. But television images of suffering Haitians prompted her to pull out her phone. Philip Crawford of Madison, founder of Foreclosure- Alarm.com, pulled out his iPhone and made a Red Cross donation Wednesday after he saw a friend tweet a version of a message that's been flying around Twitter: "Text 'Haiti' to 90999 to donate. 100% of your $10 donation passes thru to @RedCross for Haiti relief. Your cell carrier keeps nothing." "The ease of donating is what prompted me to do it," Crawford said. Wisconsin, which has about 1.9% of the nation's population, has given about 1% of donations sent via text, according to mGive, the company that has deals with major cell phone carriers to collect the donated money. Charities and donors say the explosion in the number of smart cell phones in recent years along with heavy media coverage of the earthquake and a major viral campaign have given the charities a boost. Oxfam America has raised $2.7 million from text donations, according to USA Today. The entertainer Wyclef Jean's Yele Haiti Foundation claims it has raised $2 million in $5-per-text chunks, though watchdogs have raised concerns about money the charity has spent on Jean's travel and promotional expenses. Companies such as mGive, which processes the text messages for the Red Cross and other charities such as Doctors Without Borders, have deals with major cellular carriers to add the amount of the contribution to each customer's cell phone bill. mGive usually charges a setup fee to charities and takes a portion of each donation for its operations, but the company said it will pass on the entire $10 for Red Cross donations. The nation's four major cellular carriers - Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile, said they won't apply their normal text messaging fees to Haiti donations. Donations via text were coming in to the Red Cross at a rate of about $200,000 per hour, according to the Red Cross. That far outpaces the total of $400,000 raised for Hurricane Katrina victims in text messaging campaigns, according to media reports. "The message is so easy," said Wendy Harman, the social media manager for the American Red Cross. Harman helped distribute instructions for texting through the Red Cross' Facebook and Twitter pages. Critics have raised concerns about how quickly money donated by cell phone will get to the charities. It usually takes more than 60 days for mGive to cut a check to charities. But Harman said the Red Cross is keeping track of how much money has been donated and has the resources to purchase the needed supplies even before a check is sent. mGive is also working to speed the turnaround time for Haiti donations. People can contribute to the Red Cross by texting "HAITI" to the number 90999. If you do, $10 gets added to your cell phone bill and sent to the aid organization. Other groups using text messages to collect money for Haiti include the Clinton Foundation Haiti Relief Fund ("HAITI" to 20222 for a $10 donation), the International Rescue Committee ("HAITI" to 25383 for a $5 gift.) and Doctors Without Borders ("DOB" to "90999" to give $5.)" Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/16/Haiti%20Relief%20-%20Easy%20Way%20to%20Help! Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/15/Breakfast%20at%20the%20Clubhouse!! Keep your eye out for the Woodlands calendar of events! We will be having breakfast at the clubhouse on various mornings to help jumpstart your day! Breakfast kickstarts your metabolism, helps you to concentrate and perform better in school and at work and aids in maintaining a healthy weight! So, don't miss out! "Breakfast is a very important meal of the day, as it breaks the night long fast your body has been through. It also helps to improve the body’s metabolism. Unfortunately, it is the one meal that people are most likely to miss each day because they are in a rush to get to school or work. Others miss breakfast in an effort to lose weight. But, breakfast can easily be incorporated into a busy lifestyle and it can aid in a sensible weight loss regimen. According to a Harvard University/Massachusetts General Hospital study of children from Philadelphia and Baltimore, there was a clear link that showed children who usually ate breakfast performed better in mathematics and they had fewer cases of hyperactivity in the classroom. The children also attended school on a more regular basis, compared to their peers who missed out on breakfast. (Pediatrics, January, 1998; Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, February, 1998) The habit of missing breakfast can easily be turned around. Starting gradually will make the transition easier. A small bowl of oatmeal and a hot drink is a good start to the day. Oatmeal is quick to prepare and it is filling, providing enough nutrition for the whole morning. Toast is another option that can help a person make the transition to eat breakfast on a regular basis. As their body starts to get used to the fuel the food provides, their metabolism will improve. Busy lifestyles do not need to get in the way of eating breakfast. Getting up earlier can make a difference. Preparing the necessary breakfast items the night before can be another way to avoid missing out on a nutritious breakfast. Pancake mixes can be prepared and left in the fridge overnight, low fat sausages can be pre-cooked and scrambled eggs can be quickly cooked in the morning. Cold and hot cereals are the quickest breakfast foods for people who do not have much time to sit down and eat in the morning. Eating breakfast is one way that will aid sensible weight loss for people who are overweight or morbidly obese. The mistaken view is that consuming fewer calories will mean a slimmer figure. While there is some truth to this, missing breakfast is not the right time to cut down on calories in order to lose weight. The metabolism is slower in people who miss breakfast, which can actually hinder a person from losing weight, rather than help them. The National Weight Loss Registry, which has helped thousands of people to successfully lose weight and keep it off, strongly encourages people to eat breakfast, as part of their weight loss programme. Doing so helps to improve concentration and academic performance, as was demonstrated by the Harvard University/Massachusetts General Hospital study. Sensible dieters are more likely to avoid unhealthy mid morning snacks if they have eaten a healthy breakfast, which will help them to maintain a healthy weight and keep excess weight off in the long term." Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/15/Breakfast%20at%20the%20Clubhouse!! Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/14/Tips%20on%20keeping%20those%20New%20Year's%20resolutions! Now that you've made your resolutions, it's going to be tough keeping them! Use these 10 tips to help stay focused on conquering 2010... "1. Be realistic The surest way to fall short of your goal is to make your goal unattainable. For instance, resolving to never eat your favorite food again because it bothers your IBD could be a bad choice. Strive for a goal that is attainable, such as avoiding it more often than you do now. 2. Plan ahead Don't make your resolution on New Year's Eve. If you wait until the last minute, it will be based on your mindset that particular day. Instead, it should be planned well before December 31 arrives. 3. Outline your plan Decide how you will deal with the temptation to skip that exercise class or have one more cigarette. This could include calling on a friend for help, practicing positive thinking and self-talk, or reminding yourself how your bad habit affects your IBD. 4. Make a "pro" and "con" list It may help to see a list of items on paper to keep your motivation strong. Develop this list over time, and ask others to contribute to it. Keep your list with you and refer to it when you need help keeping your resolve. 5. Talk about it Don't keep your resolution a secret. Tell friends and family members who will be there to support your resolve to change yourself for the better or improve your health. The best case scenario is to find yourself a buddy who shares your New Year's resolution and motivate each other. 6. Reward yourself This doesn't mean that you can eat an entire box of chocolates if your resolution is to diet. Instead, celebrate your success by treating yourself to something that you enjoy that does not contradict your resolution. If you've been sticking to your promise to eat better, for example, perhaps your reward could be going to a movie with a friend. 7. Track your progress Keep track of each small success you make toward reaching your larger goal. Short-term goals are easier to keep, and small accomplishments will help keep you motivated. Instead of focusing on losing 30 pounds, say, focus on losing that first 5. Keeping a food diary or a symptom journal may help you stay on track. 8. Don't beat yourself up Obsessing over the occasional slip won't help you achieve your goal. Do the best you can each day, and take each day one at a time. 9. Stick to it Experts say it takes about 21 days for a new activity, such as exercising, to become a habit, and 6 months for it to become part of your personality. Your new healthful habits will become second-nature in no time. 10. Keep trying If your resolution has totally run out of steam by mid-February, don't despair. Start over again! There's no reason you can't make a "New Year's resolution" any time of year." http://ibdcrohns.about.com/cs/mentalhealth/a/newyearresolve.htm Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/14/Tips%20on%20keeping%20those%20New%20Year's%20resolutions! Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/13/New%20Years%20resolutions!! It's that time... 2010 awaits!! A brand new year is the best way to bring in a brand new you! Here are America's top 10 new years resolutions.... "1. Spend More Time with Family & Friends 2. Fit in Fitness 3. Tame the Bulge 4. Quit Smoking 5. Enjoy Life More 6. Quit Drinking 7. Get Out of Debt 8. Learn Something New 9. Help Others 10. Get Organized" http://pittsburgh.about.com/od/holidays/tp/resolutions.htm If you're tired of the same ole resolutions, get creative. Here are a few ideas for some non-generic resolutions.... "-Get on a reality TV or game show -Win a rec league in some sport/game -Turn off the TV for a month -Run a mile every morning before work -Do NOT eat McDonalds, Wendys or Burger King once all year! -Don't have a sip of alcohol -Go back to school -Read all 100 of these books: The Perfect Library: Top 100+ Books You MUST Own -Watch all 100 of these movies: Top 100 Movies of All Time -Visit 12 different states this year (a new one each month) -See all seven wonders of the world -Become fluent in a new language" http://www.listafterlist.com/Listof/tabid/57/ListID/15930/Default.aspx Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/13/New%20Years%20resolutions!! Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com> http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/12/The%20Woodlands%20Wishes%20Everyone%20Happy%20Holidays%20! The holidays are here! Christmas is a week away and Hanukkah has already started! The Woodlands of Tuscaloosa would like to wish everyone the happiest of holidays this year! =) Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.woodlandsofcollegestation.com/blog/12/The%20Woodlands%20Wishes%20Everyone%20Happy%20Holidays%20! Woodlands of Columbia <info@woodlandsofcollegestation.com>