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20 First Apartment Essentials You Can't Forget At Your Parent's House

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Allison Richmond

Sep 04, 2018

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Moving into your first apartment can be exciting as well as nerve-wracking. Living on your own is a great way to become more independent and to learn more about yourself, but it can also be a bit scary.

I recently moved into my first apartment on my college campus. While perhaps it's a bit more like a dorm than an apartment, I found there were some items that I'm glad I didn't forget at home.

In the bustle of packing your things and moving in, it is easy to forget a thing or two, but there are some things that are just too important to forget.

1. Vacuum cleaner

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Despite your apartment being "new", it could still be dirty. Make sure to vacuum before doing anything else, and then hold on to it for regular vacuuming!

2. Clorox wipes

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These wipes are LIFESAVERS. They clean almost anything and are great for quick cleaning.

3. Coffee maker

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Everybody needs coffee. Everybody. You need coffee.

4. Key chain

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Don't get locked out on your first day. Invest in a cute lanyard or keychain and never let it out of your sight.

5. Dish soap

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You're going to have dishes and you're going to have to wash them. Buy some dish soap and get to work!

6. Shower curtain

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Apartments don't come with shower curtains. You're gonna need to buy one.

7. Bug spray

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Depending on how old your apartment is, and where it is, you might have a bug problem. You're gonna want to have bug spray on hand, and maybe the number for a good exterminator.

8. Lamps

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You're gonna love lamp when you arrive to move in and realize your apartment has no built-in lighting. If you don't want to be eating your macaroni and cheese by candlelight, you should purchase a lamp or two or three.

9. Water filter

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Sometimes the water that comes out of your sink tastes nasty. It doesn't mean it's toxic or anything, it just might taste gross. If that's the case, having a water filter pitcher or a faucet filtration system might come in handy.

10. Toolkit

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You never know when you might need a hammer or a screwdriver...

11. Shoe rack

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You're always going to have to many shoes than you'll know what to do with. Invest in a shoe rack. Problem solved!

12. First aid kit

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Having a first aid kit lying around is always a good idea. Whether you need a Band-Aid or some antihistamines, you'll be happy you had a first aid kit.

13. Pots and pans

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If you plan to do any cooking in your new apartment, you will need to have a few pots and pans.

14. Plates and bowls

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In the long run, buying a cheap set of plates and bowls will be less expensive than buying paper products, and better for the environment!

15. Cutlery

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Along with plates and bowls, you will probably need forks, spoons, and knives.

16. Rugs

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Rugs are a great way to make a space your own while also covering up any weird carpet stains.

17. Chargers

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You really can't forget this. Make sure you bring your phone charger, laptop charger, and any other charging cables you need. Seriously.

18. Extension cords

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Extension cords are SUPER helpful. You never know where the outlets are going to be, so being able to stretch your cords is essential.

19. Stationary

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Writing letters to friends and family is a great way to stay in touch, so get yourself some paper, envelopes, and stamps!

20. Mugs

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Finally, if you bring anything, bring a mug. It is a cup, bowl, and plate all in one. You really can eat anything out of a mug.

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20 First Apartment Essentials You Can't Forget At Your Parent's House

You're gonna need these things...

1. Vacuum cleaner

2. Clorox wipes

3. Coffee maker

4. Key chain

5. Dish soap

6. Shower curtain

7. Bug spray

8. Lamps

9. Water filter

10. Toolkit

11. Shoe rack

12. First aid kit

13. Pots and pans

14. Plates and bowls

15. Cutlery

16. Rugs

17. Chargers

18. Extension cords

19. Stationary

20. Mugs

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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