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7 Things Every Incoming Freshman Should Know About Sharing Dorm Bathrooms : theBERRY

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College is seriously one of the best times of your life. You probably hear people say that all the time, but it couldn’t be more true. To be honest, I miss it all the time. The classes, the people, all the amazing opportunities and experiences…enjoy it while you can! Freshman year is an extremely transitional period of any young person’s life. Not only are you thrown into this entirely new world, but you’re finally living away from home. Yes, it’s awesome, but it’s also an adjustment especially if you choose the dorm life (which you should, imho ). There are all sorts of things to be aware of when you move into a community-style dorm, particularly when it comes to sharing a bathroom. See Also: 16 Dorm Accessories To Trick People Into Thinking You’re A Fancy Adult 1. Buy a caddy. I cannot stress this enough, you will NEED a shower caddy. When you live at home, you don’t realize how many products you actually use in your morning routine…shower soaps along with your toothbrush, face wash...

DIY Homemade Febreze® Recipe

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When I was in college, Febreze® was as much a staple in our dorm room as soap. Truth be told, we probably depended on Febreze a little more than we should have. Why go to all the trouble of actually washing your sheets when you can just spray them in 5 seconds? Now that I am a certifiable adult (37 counts as an adult, right?), I’ve learned there are actually legitimate uses of Febreze—it’s not just for lazy college students (and yes, I do wash my sheets on a regular basis now too). Febreze and other fabric fresheners can help to eliminate odors and allergens on rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, pillows, shower curtains, bath mats, car seats, sports pads, and stuffed animals. And best of all, you can make your own fabric freshener for very cheap. You just need a few ingredients… Vodka? Believe it or not, vodka isn’t just for Bloody Marys and Cosmopolitans. Diluted vodka is great for removing odors, removing sticky residue , and even acting as a window cleaner. Sure, a pantry full o...