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This is Rita and she is our Pack Rat Reader. Things you should know about Rita when you are writing articles for her:

* She is a 23-year-old woman renting an apartment in an urban setting

* She works full-time at an entry-level position but has ambition and potential to quickly move up

* She crafts on a regular basis. Most of the gifts she gives are handmade.

* Design and style are high priority for her.

* She is concerned with cutting corners and saving money in order to reach future financial goals, such as buying a house.

* She is concerned with the environment and is interested in proactively helping where she can.

* She shops at thrift stores and flea markets but has been known to hit up Urban Outfitters and Target.