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5 Things You Must Do The Moment You Turn 21

SHOTS! SHOTS! SHOTS! Nah, it is really time to take my shot at life!

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5 Things You Must Do The Moment You Turn 21

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Considering my birthday tomorrow, being able to witness your 21st birthday is such a huge milestone in your life. There are several ways to celebrate your 21st! Instead of living up to the hype, to step up and order a drink, you can contemplate and think a little bit of what you want to do with your life. This is also a time of your life where you must start being independent (unless if your parents consider to still help you out from time to time). Turning 21 will come with a few surprises, so here five important things to do when you hit 21!


1. Update your wardrobe.

Shop Until You Drop Girlfriend!

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2. Write A letter to yourself in ten years.

Dear Future Me!

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3. Show appreciation towards your parents/guardian.

Do Something Special or Surprise Them!

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4. Invest your money.

Money, Money, Money, Moneyyyyyyy.....MONEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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5. Set important goals for the future.

You Decide, It's Your Future!

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