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The flowers are finally in bloom. The grass is regaining its color, returning the lushness to the parks. The sun is beaming out from behind those white, fluffy clouds. It’s springtime and life is good. Who doesn’t love the thawing of late March to early April? With every great thing in life, however, we have…
Author Archives: Ben Bertsch
Mar
25
2019
Your first apartment is a big step. I still remember mine; it was suitable for living, but it was apparent that I had no idea what I was doing. Recalling my barren walls, overcluttered kitchen cabinets, and lack of useful appliances, I realize now that I was mindlessly bogging myself down. It wasn’t because I…
Feb
15
2019
Another trip around the sun means another crack at the self-improvement we all strive for. With almost two months of the new year behind us, how are your New Year goals coming along? After the holidays, many of us have had enough of the holiday cookies and are looking to shed some of that unwanted…
Feb
04
2019
Like most things in life, studio apartments have good aspects and bad. You may be on the fence about whether or not claustrophobia will kick in during month 3, or be convinced that you’ll have the time of your life living comfy and cozy. Wherever you see yourself living, it’s important to take in all…
Nov
27
2018
We have all been there; the apartment that is too good to be true. For months, you’ve scoured the internet with no reward and finally you stumble upon it in all of its beauty—causing you to drop your jaw and softly mutter to yourself, “I think I’ve found it.” After the sweet embrace of…
Nov
01
2018
Relocating to an unfamiliar city is great. It broadens your horizons, helps you meet new people, and reminds you that there’s always another piece of the pie. But relocating to a new city can also be extremely challenging. Aside from the physical aspects of moving all of your belongings, the mental strain that comes with…
Oct
11
2018
Remember the good old days, when momma would take you to the grocery store and you would tear all of those little coupons off of the dispensers they set up in the aisles? Little did you know, you were the middle man. But it was still a win-win for everybody; the grocery store got the…
Aug
02
2018
So you’ve just moved into a new place and you’re feeling excited and nervous at the same time. You’re excited for the possibilities that come with the process of moving, but you’re nervous about the daunting task that lies ahead of you. The many boxes are stacked in disorganized, brown rows and you’re wondering how to arrange…
Jun
19
2018
Alright guys, we made it. It’s June, the sun is shining, we can finally put away our winter coats, soak in the sun and soak in the fun. I know quite a few of us are already daydreaming about an endless stream of pina coladas, losing track of time while on a white sandy beach…
May
15
2018
Whether it's for the picturesque views, a helping of history, a slice of culture, or you just happen to find yourself in the neighborhood, if you're in Chicago's South Shore and you notice a rumbling coming from your belly, make sure to do yourself a favor and check out at The Parrot Cage. Located inside…