Frugal in New York City: It's a series!

99 cent pizza! loc: 41st and 9th

Tips on saving money in one of the most expensive cities that you love to visit or live in.  Follow this series and you should have an amazingly affordable summer in my city! Stay tuned!

Beach: Do's and Don'ts

Today I went to the beach at Riis park in Queens, and I noticed and learned plenty.  Here they are so you and I (next time) can plan accordingly! 

Do:

-Be aware of your surroundings and pick a place where a lot of people are laying down tanning. Because sitting next to annoying loud teenagers gives you a headache after 15 mins.

-MUSIC. And not playing it off of your phone. My iPhone got over heated and sent me this message (it scared me):

-A cooler. Your drinks become warm after a while and taste disgusting.

-Bring an extra blanket. Usually your first one becomes wet and sandy, and when this happens, you'll be happy you can pull out a nice, fresh, clean one!

-Wear sunscreen even if it doesn't feel hot or if it's cloudy. You want to age beautifully! So protect your skin!

Don't:

-Sit close to the ocean in order to have the best view. High tide?

-Bring any extra things you don't need, including your Target giftcard from your mom, a necklace, makeup, a spoon, bank receipts, etc....as long as you don't mind losing it in the sand.

-Bring things of high value!! Expensive sunglasses or bags can be damaged by the sand/sun. Or what if your friends all want to go in the water. Now someone has to stay and babysit your belongings.

-Worry about how you look and have fun! But if you have a long commute home, it might be a good idea to bring some extra clothes (no sand!) or a brush and clips to fix your hair ladies!

Some of the tips might be second nature, some may not, but either way they can help you have a successful and amazing day at the beach! Just don't go to Coney Island...

A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That.

Hi.  My name is Sarah.  I have opinions and ideas that I not only should share, I should write down to remember.  And this blog will assist all of us.  Perfect.

Few facts about me (you should know so my blog posts will make sense):

• I am attending college in Oklahoma. In Tulsa. At Oral Roberts University. Yeah, I know you haven't heard of it - it's a small Christian school.
• I have spent most of my life in New York and I will argue until I die that it is one of the best places. Ever.
• I'm not fake and way too blunt - but everyone goes to me for an honest opinion.
• I love Apple products.
• I am a business student...which is why I am good at spending/saving $, or $$$$$ wisely (not bad for a college student).
• I have confidence in the way I dress, walk, talk, and act.

And...I don't care what you think, because I will always do what I think is right.