Clear Creek HiLife <![CDATA[Clear Creek HiLife]]> http://my.hsj.org/Portals/2/logos/__TFMF_0kwxfaud2bbljn55haxdod55_a06215d2-b14f-4952-9f9d-e8508c967c24_0___Selected.jpg en-us Copyright 2008 - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:27:19 GMT 15 <![CDATA[I'm 18: Look what I can do]]> By Haley Rush

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Lottery tickets are one thing I can do at 18

At the age of eighteen new doors open as adulthood begins to take place. It is an exciting age that can be a steppingstone to various opportunities. Many times eighteen year olds do not realize how many possibilities and experiences that are offered at their age. Below are the top exhilarating and unexpected things to do at the age of eighteen. For the thrill seeking eighteen year olds skydiving is the perfect option. The first jump is with a trained professional. It is intended for the instructor to do all of the work, while the student enjoys the ride of their life. The Houston area is full of skydiving facilities, which offer affordable prices. “I went skydiving for my first time after I turned eighteen and it’s seriously the most fun I have ever had. I can’t explain the feeling, but just go do it,” said Chloe Vogel. Most people have had interruptions from their favorite television show with a broadcast of an infomercial. They used to be annoying, but at the age of eighteen the Owl Optical Light that might have caught someone’s eye can be easily bought. Infomercials have everything from Ballroom Dance Like A Star to a Garden Groom. Whatever one desires, an infomercial can usually provide in some way. Now saving money is ten times easier at the age of eighteen. Opening a bank account with a local bank is the perfect way to not only save money, but also learn financial responsibility. It is easy to set up an account and is the first step to feeling independent. It will also give a young adult a sense of security and even help with college loans. “Having my own bank account has saved me. Not only have I been able to discipline myself better and save, but also my parents can’t touch or see anything. Now I can surprise them with how much I have,” said Sydney O’drobinak. Everyone still has the kid inside of him or her. Lucky for the eighteen year olds, because a moon jump can be rented. They are reasonably priced and usually fewer than one hundred dollars. Get a group of friends together and pitch in one weekend for extreme childish fun. If a moon jump is not someone’s style slip n slides can do the fix. Add some water and let the action begin. Most radio stations do not make it clear that you must be eighteen years of age to actually accept the prize being offered. It is no secret that radio stations give away great prizes daily, but for the seventeen year olds and under they better have their parents present if they want the tickets, back stage passes, or other fantastic offers. However, for all of the eighteen year olds, blast the radio, and have the station on speed dial. When turning the age of eighteen it makes it the perfect time to take chances. As long as the chance being taken is reasonable. Lottery tickets and scratch offs are fun, cheap, and sometimes make money. Usually lottery tickets are one of the first experiences a new adult takes part in. There are numerous people who do take the lottery too seriously and spend more money then they earn, but as long as it is taken lightly it is an exciting game. Who knows, maybe lady luck will even show up. This is only a few of the exciting possibilities that are offered to a young adult. Eighteen is a fantastic age that is full of fun and responsibility. Use them both wisely and the year will be unforgettable. ]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2009 23:44:30 GMT