Birthdays are an important milestone in one’s life and are usually celebrated with a large cake. But baking something that even resembles a cake in a dorm room is nearly impossible; and if you do manage to make one…it’s probably not edible (sorry but it’s true). I tried. So what can you do to make your friends feel special on their birthday? Here are five ideas that might help you make their day!
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A brownie in a mug!! Okay so I know that I told you not to attempt baking but trust me this one works, but make sure your mug is microwavable! One cup of brownie mix, just from a box, and ¼ a cup of water and stir them together. You can add things to the mix like Reeses or Oreos to make it even fancier but that’s optional. Then cook it in the microwave for 1 minute or until it is solid and is of brownie texture. Don’t add a candle though! That’s a fire hazard.
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Decorate your friend’s door with balloons and hand-written cards. It’s the college equivalent of decorating someone’s locker in high school!! The personal and thoughtful gift is sure to make their day.
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Plan a picnic supplied with a blanket and all of your friend’s favorite snacks and drinks. If it is warm outside find a nice place on the quad or if it is winter set up a cozy nook inside somewhere!
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Breakfast in bed! Who doesn’t love waking up to warm food that someone brought directly to you?
5)
A coupon booklet. Not a compilation of store coupons, but rather personal coupons like the ones you probably made for you parents when you were young. You can include tasks such as one free laundry, or a lunch in town. Get creative and think of