First month of Uni - The actual essentials.

So I've been at University for just over a month now, and for some people it can be quite daunting (I've always loved the prospect personally). Moving out from home, moving in to Uni, meeting new people, lectures etc is quite a lot to handle. I quickly realised my routine from home had gone out of the window, and new essentials for my life appeared that helped me through freshers and the initial month of Uni.

1. Dry Shampoo - Freshers = Late Nights = Getting up late and rushing to a lecture with no time to wash your hair. There will be a time when your hair will look grim and you have 5 minutes until a lecture/Seminar, trust me, you will need this product in your life.

2. Instant Coffee Sachets - I found out very quickly that in the morning I need a hot coffee to keep me conscious during my 9am Monday lecture. That caffeine boost may be what you need to make the morning bearable, it was a miracle for me.

3. Face wipes - That skin routine you have? Yeah wave goodbye to that during freshers, you will not have the energy or effort to do it. Face wipes are the way forward, they are also good for UV face paint and the like.

4. Planner/ Diary - The first month will be busy, and first impressions are key so you don't want to be late or miss lectures, so get organised.

5. Plasters - Someone is either going to cut themselves cooking (or grate their finger like I did), or drunkenly fall over.

6. Quick food e.g. Pot Noodle - One time in this month, you will be either up late and get hungry, or not have the time or effort to make a decent meal.

7. Playing Cards - Card games are a great way to socialise, and you need some ready for drinking games!

8. Extension Lead - Uni accommodation can be very limited when it comes to plug sockets, and with all the electricals I bet you own, an extension lead is vital.

9. Door stop - Open door policies will break down those awkward social barriers between you and your new house mates, and are the best way to get to know everyone quickly.

10. Photos of Friends and Family - Make your room feel homely, it'll help you settle easier.

11. Lemsip/ Cold and Flu medicines - Freshers flu WILL happen and trust me, it's a bitch. Be prepared so you can fight it off quickly.

12. Speakers/Alarm Clock - Everyone loves a bit of music to prepare for a night off (if you don't then what's wrong with you?!) and after this night out, there is no way you'll naturally wake up in time for early morning lectures so an alarm clock is needed.

Hmmmm

So I'm sat on the floor of my Uni laundry room, thinking that I should start actually using this blog properly.

Starting University has made me realise that I need to be more productive with my time, and fill the gaps between lectures with little tasks or hobbies. This little space on the blogworld gives me this, so I am going to take advantage of it.

I'm going to aim for one post a week (not making any promises) with a bit of everything, just write about whatever I want. <3

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