February '09 Issue
Mar 7, 2009 20:16:00 GMT -5
Post by Principal Vale on Mar 7, 2009 20:16:00 GMT -5
The Chatters
Editor's Note
Editor's Note
Although each month keeps bringing us a bit closer to the end of the school year already, each member of the staff is still working just as hard on his or her piece each month. That being said, we all hope that each one of you enjoys this issue of The Chatters.
Evelynne Snow
Editor
Fashion Section
This month's subject was definitely not hard to choose, with all the clothes you people have been showing off at the Valentine's Day dance, I decided to give away a few shout outs for several categories of dresses! Sorry boys, you too were all very nice and fetchy, and kudos to those who actually went ahead and wore pink. Though I would like to actually mention two people whose outfits were quite interesting - firstly, Elijah Emerson, great hat, we all loved it. By the way, can I borrow it? And secondly, Milo Parker with his infamous shirt. Apparently, that was greatly missed. God knows why, but it seems to be a favorite!
First up for the most Daring dress is our own favorite senior Kristen Cabell - nice way of showing off your bellybutton, sweetie! And I do believe only she could pull off such a dress without looking indencent or obcene. Runner up for that award would have to be new comer Olivia Davidson, who didn't lose any time with the statement that if you've got it, you can flaunt it, and the girl surely has it. For all those who wonder why young freshman Cassandra Preston isn't up there, then re-read the category - it says daring, not whorish.
Second category, the most Modest dress. Kaylee Reynolds definitely showed us that you don't have to dress down to look great because she surely did look amazing in her simple and not too showy red dress, though I'm sure I'm not the only one who was surprised to see young Mandy Stevens and Roxanne Ellison didn't win that one, considering their previous dance outfits - no telling off meant there darlings, you both looked great.
Speaking of Mandy Stevens, she receives the Surprise award of the evening, and it's not in a bad way. The freshman looked great and decent all at the same time even though she actually went ahead and dared showing off a bit more skin than accustomed to. And I'm sure her date had no complaint to bring up on that front. Runner up would have to be senior Kimberly Nolan, who hasn't been known to show off her curves, but there's no denying she's got them. Yes Kimmy, you do.
A more Classic number would have to go to junior Cara Donovan, who looked all sorts of sweet in her pale pink dress. Now to all those out there who are so set on calling her a Barbie, you might want to at least admit she does with style. Senior Evelynne Snow also went for a more basic number, but the two of them are proving without much trouble that you don't need something over priced or overly fancy to look good. Some should probably start following their example.
The Ironic trophy of the night would have to be given away to senior Mackenzie Baker. Though it has to be wondered why she even showed up, she surely did it in a non too corny way with her skull dress and boots. But it has to be admitted that probably nobody else could have pulled it off.
Junior dancer Taylor Smith wins the Sexy and Sweet mix of the night, though admittingly the latter goes along with her personality more than her dress, and freshman photographer Roxanne Ellison is not far behind. Those two pretty ladies obviously have it, and I'm pretty sure our favorite pranksters whom they date would agree without one second of hesitation.
Finally, a couple of special mentions need to be thrown out there, and Sophomore year wins those without much trouble. Young Ruth Ellison, Jelline Autumns and Kristina Sylvia didn't seem to have much trouble finding nice dresses that made them all look great - and I have to say, Ruth, where did you find those shoes!?
That's it for our February Fashion column! Tune in next month for Spring fashion.
E.C.
Sport Section
Alright, alright, I’m sorry. I’ve gotten mixed reviews about my previous article, and despite your claims, I am straight and will always remain that way. I just have a greater appreciation for love than a lot of you do. And that’s okay. I thought about being spiteful with my article, especially after my friend and fellow journalist Milo Parker interviewed me, and after some of the feedback I’ve gotten, but even I have missed my normal, kickass sports segments. And so, coming back at you, at full force with one of the best winter sports – and my alltime favorite – that has ever landed on this entire Earth (or created in Utah, whatever floats your kickass boat). SNOWBOARDING! So, am I forgiven? Need more info first? Okay I got ya covered. So sit back, fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the wind in your hair.
As said before, snowboarding was developed in Utah in either the 1960s and 1970s (yea I know you’re surprised how it was began not too long ago. So no King Henry was not hittin’ the slopes…but he was hittin’ a lot of other things…if you know what I mean). Arguably, the first snowboard was invented – and manufactured – in the 1970s. Though the first recorded version of a snowboard-like patent was created by Sherman Poppen for his daughter in Michigan and was deemed The Snurfer. It’s described as a skateboard without wheels and steered by a handheld rope. Though that was the first example of a snowboard, it wasn’t until the early 1970’s and 1980’s that the version of the snowboard that we know and love today was shaped and made. There are many founding fathers to the name Snurfing. It is said that at the first World Snurfing Championship, held in 1979 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jake Burton Carpenter ventured in from Vermont with his own version of the snowboard creating lots of controversy among professional snurfers. Because his board was different it was argued that he should not be allowed to board but Paul Graves – who was top snurfer in that time period – supported his right to compete, and a subdivision was created for Carpenter to compete in and won because he was the sole competitor – and awesome. It would become known as the first snowboarding competition and thus pave the way for the birth of competitive snowboarding.
In 1982, the first snowboarding event was held in Vermont. From there it expanded into what it is today. The Internationl Snowboard Association was founded in 1994 and was created to set rules and regulations for the sport. The United States of America Snowboard Association is the reason why competitions in the sport are run today. Many prestigious snowboarding events – Olympic Games, Winter X-Games, U.S. Open, etc… - are broadcast to the entire world. Originally – and presently – there was a major skier – *pansies – versus snowboarder feud which was the cause of ski areas adopting the sport at slow paces. The animosity between skiers and snowboarders still exists today, in much – much much – smaller quantities, it’s more or less just a competitive thing now. But then, only 7% of North American and European ski resorts allowed snowboarding, but as it progressed, more and more areas opened their homes – and hearts – to allow snowboarders a place to hone their skills. And now 97% of ski areas allow open snowboarding and skiing. Today, approximately 5.1 million people call themselves snowboarders, most ranging from 18 -24 and 25% of them are women – *which I’ll openly say I think there should be more of, afterall what’s hotter than getting your ass kicked by women? Of course that doesn’t apply to me, as I already have one to kick my ass if she sees this article, and so let me rectify by saying that the women are for my fellow men, enjoy.
In conclusion, let me say this, coming from a person who enjoys snowboarding – almost addictively – if you haven’t tried it, I hope this article gives you at least a bit of insight to the world of snowboarding. It’s amazing and the rush and feeling of adrenaline it brings as you’re bounding down that soft, white, fluffy snow is astounding. And it’s easy to get into, I’ve known a lot of beginners who’ve thought it too hard and are now at least at intermediate level. Lots of resorts have beginner ski lessons and slopes, so there’s no reason that you shouldn’t get up off your ass and try it out. So guys, am I forgiven now? I certainly hope so. And now for some refinement.
*I do not, in anyway, think that skiers are pansies, I just got lost in the moment for a few seconds and then jumped back out of it. You guys are almost as awesome as snowboarders. Heh.
*Please, women do not take it as a sexist comment. Of course I in no way, shape or form promote sexism. Women snowboarders are just as hardcore as the men.
*Heh. Rox. Love you.
E.E.
Dance Section
Suggestions for this month's article have been coming in at big rates, and I would like to thank everybody who has thought of sending in something to help me choose what to write about for February's edition of our very own Newspapers. And it has come to my ears that quite a few of you enjoyed the exploration of a field some people consider less related to dance, something that is not known for its hard work but mostly made fun of, and I am glad if I can have set that straight, and I have decided to possibly try and do the same this week, with a similar yet completely different subject. These dancers can be found showing their skills mostly at parades or sports events. No, I am not gonna start again on cheerleading - this month's subject will be baton twirling.
Baton twirling is a competitive sport involving the manipulation of a balanced metal rod with the hands and body to a co-coordinated routine, similar to rhythmic gymnastics. A baton routine may run solo, duet, two-baton, three-baton, group, team, or strut. Baton twirling takes a lot of indigence. People may start taking lessons as early as 3 years old but, it is never too late to begin. In the 1900’s baton was popular to the world, but now the sport has fewer members. Baton twirling is growing in popularity though. People around the world would be entered into baton. D.M.A (Drum Majorettes of America) are now popular in the United States. Drum Majorettes of America's events include: Solo, Strut, Two Baton, Solo dance, Duet, etc. Along with other competitions, nationals is held annually in South Bend, Indiana. DNA does not offer a world championship.
Baton twirling as a sport has an unknown origin. Many people say that the Dutch introduced baton twirling to America in 1681 when they landed in Pennsylvania, others say Major Millsap’s created baton twirling when he established Millsap’s College in Mississippi after the Civil War. The sport has expanded beyond parades and is now more comparable to rhythmic gymnastics (which includes manipulation of ribbons and light objects). The first organization for baton twirling competition was Drum Majorettes of America, established in 1947, and are still very active today. Other organizations include the United States Twirling Association), the National Baton Twirling Association, Twirling Unlimited, and World Twirling Association. The sport is popular in many countries including Japan, France, Italy and Canada. Many countries compete each year at the World Baton Twirling Championships. Major twirling organizations include; NBTA (National Baton Twirling Association), USTA (United States Twirling Association), DMA (Drum Majorettes of America), WTA (World Twirling Association), CBTF (Canadian Baton Twirling Federation) and TU (Twirling Unlimited).
The sport is popular in many countries including Japan, Australia, Canada, United States, Brazil, South Africa, Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Spain, Holland, Italy, Germany, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary and the Seychelles. Many of these countries compete at the WBTF World Championships, held in August every year. Many also compete in the NBTA World Championships, held every 3 years in April. The World Championships have the following events: Freestyle, which is a solo event accompanied by a compulsory/short programme event, Pair, made up of men and/or women, and Team, involving six members or more where men and women can compete together.
I hope you've enjoyed this month's chronicle, and feel free to let your opinion known once more. Suggestions are always welcomed for next month's subject! Until then, stay active.
T.S.
Play of the Month
This month’s ‘Play of the Month’ is another straight comedy play. This play is called ‘An Hour to Solve’. This play is not very well known play, in fact I have only seen it be put on once in my life. However, it made me laugh the whole time, and it should have it’s time to shine.
The play begins with a dark stage and loud party music. Suddenly, you hear a really loud scream. Still in the dark, you hear a girl’s voice yell, “Mother! Come quick! Something has happened to father!” The lights come up, and you see can tell that there is a party going on at some fancy mansion. Eight people are standing around a man lying on the floor, who appears to be dead. All of the people are whispering, wondering what could have happened to the man on the floor. A woman runs over to a phone, and quickly dials a number. Soon, she starts to say franticly, “You must send over your best detective! My husband has just dropped dead, and we need to find out who done it!”
The lights go our again, and a siren noise is heard and a red light starts to flash on a stage. With the stage still dark, you hear another woman’s voice say, “Ok, ok. Everyone sit down and let me see what happened here…” The lights come up, and a woman dressed in a detective outfit is standing in front of the dead man on the floor. “Tell me who you all are!” The woman detective says, and then adds, “Then I shall tell you who I am.” The lady who ran to the phone stands up from the couch, saying that she is Mrs. Fallen, and that her husband, Lord Fallen, has just dropped dead. Her two daughters, Meghan and Rebecca Fallen state that they are his two daughters. When the younger daughter, Rebecca, stands up, she falls and hits her head on the floor. Her mother tells the detective that Becca is a bit of a ditzy klutz, and to ignore her. The other five are his doctor (Doctor Tarrable), a neighbor(Mr.Kilamen),a co-worker(Mr. Steal), an ex-girlfriend(Miss Take), and his wife’s best friend(Mrs. Jealosity).
The detective writes all of this down, and asks them all to take their seats again. With a nod of her head, the detective tells the party goers that her name is Detective Solve, and that she will only be able to figure out who killed Lord Fallen in an hour, because if it takes any longer than an hour, everyone will be going to jail. The guests stand up in an uproar, and Detective Solve tells them they all must sit down, because of they don’t she will not be able to figure it out. She looks over at Doctor Tarrable and Miss Take, and asks them to tell her where they were at eight o’clock that night.
Doctor Tarrable starts their story with, “Well…I really wish I didn’t have to say…but…” and then you hear a rewinding noise, and all of the characters stand up and walk backwards to their places. The two daughters leave the room, but everyone else is standing on the dance floor dancing. Doctor Tarrable is dancing with Miss Take, and you hear them speak, “So, you really used to date Lord Fallen?” He asks her as he twirls her around, “Why, yes, I did.” She answers. The two continue to dance for a while longer, talking about their relationships with Lord Fallen. “He was going to leave me all his money!” Miss Take says, and glares over at Mr. Fallen, who is dancing with his wife. “Then he left me for that cow!” Doctor Tarrable thinks this over for a minute, then laughs at Miss Take, and tells her that there was nothing she could do about it now because it wasn’t like she could just kill off his wife. Miss Take smirks, and then quickly excuses herself from the dance floor. Doctor Tarrable runs after her, saying “Oh…what have I gotten myself into?”
The lights go black again, and when they turn back on, everyone is back on the couch, looking shocked. Detective Solve looks over at Miss Take, and asks if this is true. She says it is, but that she and Doctor Tarrable were “defiantly not making plans to kill Mrs. Fallen…they were making ‘something else’.” Detective Solve write that down, and looks over at Mr. Kilamen and Mrs. Jealosity. “Ok you two,” she says, “Tell me your story.”
“Well,” Mr. Kilamen said, “At eight o’clock I was happily talking and dancing with Mrs. Jealosity…” Again, you hear a rewinding noise, and the entire cast stands up and walks backwards to their places. When the clock strikes eight, Mr. Kilamen and Mrs. Jealosity look up at the clock. “Well,” Mrs. Jealosity said, “This is sure getting to be a boring party. I mean, it’s only eight and so many people have already left.” The two go on about how boring the party is, and as they speak, Doctor Tarrable and Miss Take leave the room. About thirty seconds later, the two daughters walk in, and Rebecca trips and falls, causing the drink she has in her hand to go flying, getting Mr. Kilamen’s shirt covered in soda. “Oh! That little ditz!” Mrs. Jealosity says, glaring at both girls. The two girls run over to their mother and father, and the four of them start to talk. “I don’t know why their parents let them get away with that kind of stuff!” She added, looking back over at Mr. Kilamen. He shook his head, sighing. “It’s not both of them,” he made sure no one was around them. “It’s their father. He lets them get away with anything.” She snorted, and then laughed. “We should teach him a lesson…”
The lights go black again, and when they turn back on this time, the Fallen girls are standing up, looking very annoyed at their mother’s best friend. “So you’re saying that you think my sister and I killed our father!?” Meghan yelled, looking shocked. “I do!” Mrs. Jealosity said, and Detective Solve shook her head, “Now, now…” She told the group, “Let me think about this for a moment.” As Detective Solve thinks, Meghan and Rebecca get into a huge fight about what they think happened.
The two Fallen girls leave the stage, and the stage goes black. When the lights go back on, they are sitting on their beds in their room. They talk about how maybe it is getting close to the hour, and how none of the stories are making sense. After another debate of who could have done it, they go back to see Detective Solve.
The second the girls go back into the room, Detective Solve tells them all she knows who killed Lord Fallen. Now, I will not give it away, but I will say that I was shocked, and did not see that one coming.
‘An Hour to Solve’ was a fantastic comedy, and I recommend that you call try to go and see it! Until next time!
A.D.
Comic Strip
Last month's style seemed to please most people, so I decided to just go along with it. Takes less time anyway.
So that didn't actually happen (he didn't get her chocolate) but you have to admit it could.
Mediums Used: Sheet of paper, pencil. That's right.
A.B.
CD Critique
Oh look at that, back for a third week, surprising? Yes, I know, I’m still trying to figure out why the hell I haven’t quit yet to do more useful things…things that I’m not allowed to write about so I’ll just hint at obviously with music. Pleasure principle is one of my favorite songs by Janet Jackson as is Go Deep. But despite my innuendos, this article has nothing to do with Jackson –if you’re nasty. And yes, I suppose I could have used the songs of someone who’s CD I’m covering. I don’t really like Janet Jackson all that much anyway. Either way, now to get started before I actually do find something better to do, thus missing my deadline, which I may have already missed. Detail. Who cares?
Lady Gaga is certainly making a name for herself. I first heard of her late last year, when she came out with Just Dance, which was overplayed on the radio so many times that eventually it just annoyed everyone and made radio stations lose ratings. Also one of the reasons I don’t listen to the radio. Though, of course, there’s nothing wrong with the song. In fact when one isn’t hearing it 24/7 it’s actually an extremely cool blend of pop –yes, pop, which normally annoys me to no ends – dance music, and funky cool beats. But before I get into reviewing her CD, a little background information may be nice. Firstly, her name – which I only care about because she’s hot, especially with dark hair –none of that blonde, platinum shit…aki mushrooms, though she change it to get rid of the mistaking her for Amy Winehouse bull…which is definitely a good enough reason. Don’t want to look like a druggie – is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta. She was born to Italian – so how about those Italians – parents, both of which had nothing to do with music. Starting off writing for Interscope records, she was discovered by crappy music producer Akon – who I may have mentioned before and will most likely mention again – who signed her jointly to his label and thus Lady Gaga the singer was born. So I guess we all have something to thank the loser for. As if she doesn’t have enough points already, she takes her stage name from the Queen song, Radio Ga-Ga.
Anyway her album, The Fame, was first released overseas in August 2008 and released in U.S. in October 2008 and is her debut album. The first two singles from aforementioned album, Just dance and Pokerface have topped charts all around the country. And though it’s mostly a pop album, she takes other genres of music and applies them to her voice to create a perfect blend of awesome music. And thusly, Lady Gaga is now currently on repeat as my i-pod plays away. I give her…four skulls.
Rating:
Since I’m lazy and don’t feel like writing anything for the second reviewee… I’m just going to save them for next time. Anyone have a problem with it can go…do many dangerous and possibly deadly things that may or may not e banned from this article. To save myself the aggravation of getting my words cut out, I’ll just leave them out myself. And so kidlets, I bid you adieu. Cause trouble and be rebels, life’s too short to live by the rules.
M.B.
Book Critique
The Kitchen Boy by Robert Alexander. In this novel of vivid historical detail and intrigue, an ancient Russian immigrant sits down to record the dark secrets of his life, for he claims to be the last living witness to the brutal murders of Nicholas and Alexandra. With haunting prose, Robert Alexander brings to life the Romanovs' kitchen boy, Leonka, who the Bolsheviks mysteriously spared and who in turn vanished into the bloody tides of the Russian revolution. But what did the young boy see in those final days of the Imperial Family? Would he know the truth of the secret letters smuggled to the Tsar? Where thirty-eight pounds of tsarist jewels are to be found? Why two bodies of the Romanov children are missing from the secret grave that was finally discovered in 1991? And most important of all, will the now-ancient man reveal what he knows before he dies?
Inspired by actual events and people, Robert Alexander recreates not only the last days of the Romanovs during their imprisonment in The House of Special Purpose, but also their gruesome end. Through the eyes of their kitchen boy, we see Nicholas and Alexandra's humble faith, their intense love for one another, and their five devoted children. We also see how bravely they suffered. In this heart-breaking tale readers will be absorbed by the tragic story of a family so much different and yet so similar to any other. Drawing from decades of work, travel, and research in Russia, Alexander has created a fascinating and chilling story that explores the mysteries of the last days of Nicholas and Alexandra. This is historical fiction at its best - a tale based in fact but with all the atmosphere and surprise of an incredible novel.
K.C.
Interview of the Month
This month, I got the... obligation to interview the sports writer on the paper, Elijah Emerson.
Interviewer: So Elijah, how's it going man?
Elijah: As if you care, but it's going perfectly fine dude. What about you?
Interviewer: It's going good. So, dude, what was up with your last column? Love as a sport? Honestly.
Elijah: Well, I thought you of all people would get it, seen as how I used part of your story as my basis. But think about it. Actually, I'll make it pretty simple, isn't sex exhausting?
Interviewer: True that, and that's definitely my favorite sport.
Elijah: Exactly, and you love Taylor? Love equals Sport, though it's a lot more complicated than that. But it's okay man, I don't expect you to get it, relax that small brain of yours.
Interviewer: I'm not asking for me you ass, I'm asking for everyone else. You're lucky I picked you to be in the favorite part of the paper. Cause unlike your column, everyone reads this.
Elijah: Awww, aren't you sweet.
Interviewer: I am, man, I am.
Elijah: Yea so anyway, I'm sure you can attest to it, but the emotional part of relationship is just as difficult as being on a sports team. Just like there's no I in team, there's no I in love. You like that? I just came up with that, on the spot, it was magic.
Interviewer: Sure, whatever. Anyway how'd you even land your column?
Elijah: ...have you not seen how I am with sports, dude, you're one of my best friends. I know sports like the back of my hand. Who better fit?
Interviewer: I don't know, some other random guy around that's sports obessed. You aren't exactly a unique breed.
Elijah: Yes, the hell I am unique. and if that were the case, why didn't any of those other guys make the cut
Interviewer: According to the editor you were the only one interested in the job...
Elijah: Well that's because other guys didn't have balls like mine. Plus they probably aren't as awesome with sports as I am.
Interviewer: Alright, believe what you want dude. Though I've gotta wrap this up, anything else you wanna say?
Elijah: I've wanted to say something about feeling like Dr.Phil all article. But mostly i just want to give a shoutout to my peeps. Roxiebaby I love youuu, Addie... stay small... I'd shoutout to you but you suck. Andrew... nice ass... ummm Krissy, what up? And my mom. Okay i'm done.
Interviewer: I hate you so much right now and with that I'm ending this interview.
Movie Critique
This month, I've decided to actually try and mix movies with some issues we are dealing with - well, maybe not us directly just yet, but it has yet to come - at this very moment. You might have guessed what I am speaking of - the recession. All this talk of our country being poor, of our workers being fired, and I am aware that there are much more important issues than this which I am about to bring up, but let's face it, in some way this is affecting our very future, and so, what effect will the recession have on the film industry? Has it started yet? Do Hollywood producers and directors walk around gloomily, do famous reknown actors and actresses worry for their paycheck?
Well, stop worrying, because it would seem the answer is no. Surprisingly enough, our country has strange yet (I believe) logical ways of dealing with their anxiousness, and what better way to forget what's happening in the outside world than digging out an extra ten dollars and spending an evening at the movies? Apparently, there aren't that many more options, and the sales of theater tickets surely haven't been doing poorly, as the Box Office can show, and with the big shots to come in the movie industry this year, there's obviously no worry to have on that front, or so they say. Specialists even point back to the infamous crash of 1929, where theater (much more basic, obviously, and recent back then) sales and rate went through the roof. It is to be wondered if this recession will have effects of bringing us back to our roots, help us forgetting the unnecessary... but unless movies are a question of death or life, it would seem we aren't that far gone yet.
Yet, the industry has done nothing to help us with that little choice of spending two hours in a cool room full of popcorn munchers to watch a movie on a giant screen, because the prices of the tickets have been going up for the past years at a quite incredible and shocking rate. It however doesn't seem to be making people change their mind as to their favorite way of spending a weekend evening. And poor or not, we still find the way to produce movies that are worth millions and more, and to pay actors in a similar manner.
And what about DVDs and, the lastest, Blu Rays sales? Or even CDs, soundtracks and such. With the internet making it much easier nowadays to get a movie downloaded in less than an hour and burned on a disc, or even transferred from a rental to any other CD we had laying around - in spite of it being illegal, obviously, but some people have little problems with their morals being a bit off - do people still even bother to go and buy a movie they've been wanting for months by themselves? It would seem that the answer is yes. The explanation? People like buying stuff. It is said that at times like this, people will go around and look for more value, but it is understandable that they are still quite worried with the idea of making big purchases. So it should probably come as no surprise that entering a DVD and CD store and seeing all these discounts, two movies for twenty dollars, a six dollars CD and so on would seem rather appealing to those looking to make smaller purchases.
The reason for these cheap prices? They've been mentioned right above. With piracy made such an easy option, labels have yet to find ideas that make their sale products more appealing to the average buyer, and lowering the prices - or options such as buying an iTune card to download ninety nine cents songs or two dollars short videos are apparently keeping them from bankruptcy. And then, there's also the newer option of buying DVD sets of television series or trilogies - or sometimes just movies that are related in some way or another, produced by the same person or part of things such as Brat Packs - that are sometimes the same price of a regular movie. No wonder there's some appeal there when you can get over twenty hours of material to look at for the same price as three.
So I hope this article hasn't been too boring on the grounds of it being different. Til then.
A.D.
Recipe of the Month
Hey peeps, are you all ready for the recipe column? Cause I am - and I can't wait to have it over with. Luckily enough this year's editor won't be here next month and there's no way I'm picking this up again.
Anyway, getting off track. This month, I've got a great and pretty damn simple recipe for all of you. Fruit salad! Yeah, I know it's February, and I haven't gone insane, but with all the chocolate and cinnamon hearts you people must have been pigging on after Valentine's Day, you might want to consider that funny thing called healthy food. Fruit do that to people. Plus, guess what? To get a fruit salad, you can just throw in together a bunch of random fruits. Isn't that great?
Though apparently I still have to list off something else, cause that's in my job description. Though I technically never agreed to it.
So for our first recipe (yeah there are two, deal with it) you will need the following ingredients:
1 Grapefruit
2 Oranges
2 Bananas
6 large Strawberries
2 Nectarines
Honeydew melon balls from half a melon
And how to you get your salad? You cut it all up and mix it together. Even our apparently cooking dunce editor could manage that one. You can eat it up that way, or serve with yogurt or cream or whatever else you want.
Then, for our second recipe, something even more simple! Hard to believe? Read what's following.
Grab a couple of apples, slice them up. Grab one banana, slice it up. Add three or four spoonfuls of vanilla yogurt and sprinkle with cinnamon. You're done!
So yeah, see you all next month and stuff.
A.B.
Gossip Section
Ah, Feburary the month of romance, flowers and chocolates. It's also a month of heartbreak and enough drama to make your head spin.
And first and foremost in this drama front is - of course - the Valentine's Day Dance. You'd think people would tune things down a bit in the name of love... yeah right.
Let's start with our school's own Juno, who apparently found the junior who's been hanging around her between her sheets before the dance, got herself dumped judging by the manner that she left in tears. We'd say that's fine though, considering that there's only about half a year before the school can dump her out of their hands too.
Of course she wasn't the only one in tears before the evening end, because everyone else couldn't let her steal the limelight.
Once seniors Holly Edwards and Tyler Hale decided that they were through throwing around everyone else's emotions both of them caused their dates, Brea Wilson and Kristina Sylvia respectively, to run out in tears as well. It didn't seem to stop the two of them from sticking their tongues down each other's throat right outside though. Good to see they've both kept in mind the important things.
That little interaction caused a bit more trouble with two other couples as well. Once senior David Simms saw Brea leaving he went after her, leaving his own date Tru Mercer to leave in her own tears. Don't worry about Tru though because junior Elijah Emerson decided to ditch his own date to go after her. Geez Elijah, we'd have thought that you'd still be making up for breaking up with the girl. Hint: ditching her on Valentine's Day isn't the way to do so.
Someone should also probably inform our new favorite Italian freshman that the Italian senior he seems to be into doesn't even like his gender. Though it'll be a miracle of he can even manage to ask anyone else if it's true.
It wasn't all heartache though. For instance, sophomore Owen Graham and freshman Cassandra Preston were heard hooking up in the ladies' room. We're sure that was extremely sanitary. Too bad they can't pass off as getting caught up in their practicing this time.
Also, a pretty important person at the dance seemed to vanish for a few minutes and word is it wasn't alone. Fool us once, shame on you. Fool us twice? You wish.
Past the dance there were also a few things worth mentioning too.
Just barely fitting in that category is the Trent Montgomery and Abigail Donner break up. Come on who didn't see that one coming? The two were about as compatible as Tyler and Brea.
And then a little bit more unexpected was the break up between Marley Crane and Andrew Preston. But apparently she didn't have what it takes to keep him around and considering his history with girls that's pretty pathetic.
But don't fret too much for Andrew because he has been seen looking pretty interested in sophomore Jillian Cabell, too bad the girl seems more into Addison Blythe than him. How does that big bit of irony feel Andrew? We're all dying to know.
Is it just us or has anyone else noticed a few similarities between sophomore Oliver Stone and senior Kimberly Nolan. Then it probably isn't too surprising if her mother is anything like she is.
For those of you that saw four giant dinosaurs running around a few weeks ago, you weren't high, it's just another miracle of stupidity brought to us by none other than Taylor Smith, Addison Blythe, Elijah Emerson and - you've guessed it - Milo Parker. Though we can't say what kind of drug they were using before they got into the suits we're sure whatever it was took a lot of convincing methods from the senior writer to drag his girlfriend along.
And we don't know who's bright idea it was to stick Milo Parker, Elijah Emerson, and Connor Micklesen in a room together to bond but we're pretty sure that it went about as well as Kristina and Holly's relationship.