April 2016 - Broadway High School

Gobbler Gab
April
Dear Gobbler Gab Readers,
It’s April, unfortunately April Fools Day has already passed and now I have no other really important
holidays to mention. Unless you want to consider National Siblings Day on the tenth, which may be important to those of you who actually like your siblings.
Besides that the agenda is relatively empty, the Creative Writing staff as well as myself are working
very hard on putting together the literary magazine for you beautiful and talented people. We have sorted
through the pieces, and will still gladly accept more; now all we need to do is create a magnificent piece of
brilliance to be shown to the world. Don’t forget about the contest for the cover design, who couldn’t use
a little extra money? Plus, the money will be earned from your hard work and enthusiasm for something
amazing.
Back to reality though, you only have one more newsletter left after this, and that one will be my
grand farewell. I will be gone, graduated and moved away, leaving you in the hands of your new editor who
will gladly take my place. He or she will be responsible for keeping your attention and, I guarantee, will do
a better job than I have this year. I’m off to college newsletters, no surprise there considering the amount of
writing I do. However, I just wanted to wish you luck in reading the second to last Gobbler Gab. Try not to cry
too much once you reach the end because there will be another. You can cry after that one.
Farewell my readers,
Chief Powhatan of the Unimaginative Tribe
Sports
Why the 2016 NCAA National Basketball Championship was the best ever.
If you watched the game, you know how intense it was. There were huge leads at one time held by both teams.
Both teams showed the pure will and heart to overcome those margins of points. Finally, it all came down to the
last minute, 2 teams: Villanova and UNC, both of which desirved to be and undoubtedly worked hard enough
to be national champions, found themselves locked dead at 74 points with 4.7 seconds left. It could be anyone’s
game. UNC’s defense had been holding strong as they, just a mere minute before, came back from a ten point
deficit. It didn’t seem likely that in the final second, Kris Jenkins would hit a 3-point buzzer-beater to win it all.
Something as amazing as that only happens one out of one hundred times. And in a tournament game like this?
One in five thousand one hundred fifty-nine times, or one of a kind. Even UNC fans can agree that this is one of
the most heart-stopping, nail-biting, edge-of-the-seat sitting, nervous-shake-inducing March Madness games
ever witnessed, and those kinds of games are fun for everyone, not just Villianova.
In other news, the Golden State
Warriors lost a tough one to
the Boston Celtics and Minnesota Timberwolves, marking
their eighth and ninth losses of
the year. Analysts say that their
chance of getting 73 wins (to tie
the most in NBA history) is about
10%. If you have read this sports
section of the Gobbler Gab, you
know we root for the Warriors. We
will find out in the upcoming days
whether or not this 2016 Golden
State Warriors will be the best in
all history, or if the 1995 Chicago
Bulls remain as the greatest team
to ever play.
SPOTLIGHTS
Athletes of the Month
Henock Smith, a junior, speaks with us about Broadway Boys Soccer. Smith, the
team’s offensive center, says that he plays soccer because it’s such a special sport.
“It’s not like football or basketball. It’s all I’ve known my whole life, and it is my
whole life.” When it comes to the team, Henock tells us that this team is one like no
other; he also speaks highly of the coaching staff. In order to improve for the rest
of the season, he believes that they must get better as working as a team, gaining
confidence in themselves and their abilities. In the future, continuing to be involved in the sports department, Henock would like to become a sports therapist.
We wish him luck in the rest of his season and career.
JV Softball player, Lauren Hulvey, tells us about this season. When we asked her
what softball means to her, she said it is a stress reliever. She speaks of the season
with determination saying that she thinks that they have the potential to do really
well if they just believe in themselves. “We’re sisters, we’d do anything for each
other. We’re all a little crazy, but we get along really well. Our coaches are like team
moms.” Hulvey says of her team. She would like to improve over the next four
years and play some sort of softball after high school.
Alexis Corral and Emily Fear, both freshman on our JV Soccer team, talk
to us about their experiences so far this year. Corral, number 16, says that she
loves her coach, “She cracks us up and we have fun with her, but she knows when
it’s time to get down to business. “ When we asked Fear, the team’s outside- mid,
about the team she states, “Off the field we’re completely different people, but
on the field we’re all the same because of our love for the game.” The duo agrees that the team is moving
forward, and improving with their connection and chemistry. They believe they need to work on their spacing and confidence with the ball. Alexis and Emily’s season has been very sucessful so far, and we wish them
luck with the rest of it!
Word of the Month:
Forelsket (n.) - The euphoria you experience when you are first falling in love.
the Pulse
Hello and welcome back once again. Ummm.. we make surveys...
I’m going to make this short and sweet. Do you like April showers,
or May flowers? Either way, Do You! Additionally, would you rather
go to the beach or mountains? Here are the results for this month:
April advice from ya girls
Q) Hey guys, I need help.
I feel like at any moment my life is going to fall apart at the seams. It’s driving me to sleepless nights contrived of silent crying and staring at the ceiling. This
anxiety is driving me insane. What do I do to help myself?
Cinna- It’s frustrating and can make anxiety worse when you don’t know what
to do. The best advice I can give you is that you want to be able to help yourself.
I would go to my doctor and ask them what they think the best thing to do is.
Chances are they will refer you to a therapist, and you can go from there.
Raisin- Punch holes in the walls. It gives you an excuse to hang an aesthetic picture on your wall. I use this frequently. As of right now, I have 11 things hanging
on my walls in my bedroom.
Q) My boyfriend smokes, and I find it really gross. I used to look past it, but it really
bothers me. What should I do?
Cinna- Invest in multiple cans of Febreze to spray in his mouth when he tries to
kiss you. Do it every time until he quits smoking.
Raisin- ^^I second that. And if he doesn’t quit, stay 10 feet away until he gets the
gist.
Horoscopes
Aries (March 21 - April 19) - Surprise, surprise, it may be your
birthday this month. I really wouldn’t count on anything big or
brash. Just eat your cake and thank your parents for your new
sticker.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20) - It may also be your birthday! Guess
what? You get a wicked cool present; so rub it in all your friends’
faces.
Gemini (May 21 - June 20) - It’s not even Halloween, stop preparing for your next costume. All of the money you spend on it
could have went to better things.
Cancer (June 21 - July 22) - Phone in class again? You know, you
could learn something valuable from listening to the teacher
and not browsing Instagram.
Leo (July 23 - Aug. 22) - Please go outside and bask in the sun
while you still can. It’s just a suggestion, though.
Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) - Your tangled headphones will somehow fix themselves, so don’t sit in the corner and cry like you
did last time.
Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) - Having a hard time saying no to
someone? Practice on strange men with candy!
Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) - Your friendships could either fail
this month or be great; the choice is yours.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) - Horses, man. Just horses.
Capricorn (Dec. 21 - Jan. 19) - Go to the zoo and become one
with the snakes. Kill their leader, and you will be the snake God.
Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) - The hallway is made for things
other than kissing, please stop this.
Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20) - Head banging in the garage seems
like a good idea, but don’t say I didn’t warn you when you hit
your head and fall down.
History in april
by Emiy Vein
April 2, 1513 - Spanish explorer Ponce De Leon claimed Florida
April 3, 1995 - Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor became the first woman to preside over
the Court.
April 4, 1887 - The first woman mayor was elected in the U.S.; Susanna M. Salter became mayor of
Argonia, Kansas.
April 6, 1917 - The U.S. entered World War I in Europe.
April 9, 1865 - After over 500,000 American deaths, the Civil War effectively ended.
April 11, 1968 - A week after the assassination of Martin Luther King, the Civil Rights Act of 1968 was
signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson.
April 12, 1961 - Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space.
April 14, 1828 - The first dictionary of American-style English was published by Noah Webster.
April 16, 1862 - Congress abolished slavery in the District of Columbia and appropriated $1 million
to compensate former owners of freed slaves.
April 18, 1775 - The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere and William Dawes occurred.
April 19, 1943 - Jews in the Warsaw Ghetto staged an armed revolt against Nazi SS troops attempting to forcibly deport them to death camps.
April 20, 1999 -The school shooting at Columbine, Colorado occured.
April 22, 1864 - “In God We Trust” was included on all newly minted U.S. coins by an Act of Congress.
April 23rd - Established by Israel’s Knesset as Holocaust Day in remembrance of the estimated six
million Jews killed by Nazis.
April 25, 1967 - The first law legalizing abortion was signed by Colorado Governor John Love, allowing abortions in cases in which a panel of three doctors unanimously agree.
April 30, 1789 - George Washington became the first U.S. President as he was administered the oath
of office on the balcony of Federal Hall at the corner of Wall and Broad Streets in New York City.
http://www.historyplace.com/specials/calendar/april.htm
Diversions
Fun Facts!
1. A blind chameleon still changes its color to match its environment.
2. A crocodile cannot stick its tongue out.
3. If you sneeze too hard you could fracture a rib.
4. There are 293 ways to make change for a dollar.
5. Almonds are a member of the peach family.
6. A cat has 32 muscles in each ear.
7. A dime has 118 ridges around the edge.
8. Maine is the only state that has a one syllable name.
9. Tigers have striped skin, not just striped fur.
10. A shark is the only known fish that can blink with both eyes.
For more facts visit: http://kids.niehs.nih.gov/games/riddles/jokes/fun-facts-andtrivia/index.htm
11 Things To Do If You’re An Only Child
1. Read a book. This may be very obvious, but do it anyway to forget your problems for a
while. Be grateful that the house is quiet enough to actually read.
2. Organize your room (even though you do it at least once a week).
3. Plan your outfits and hair do’s for the rest of the week.
4. Look for a new makeup idea. At least try to go out of your comfort zone. Maybe do something crazy and out there, and freak your mom out when she gets home from work.
5. Try to cook a five course meal with the food in your kitchen (make enough for mom and
dad).
6. Go on YouTube and find a video on how to do an accent of your choice.
7. Ask to babysit someone’s kids.
8. Do your homework, and if you did that already, try to get some extra credit from your
teachers.
9. Go outside or to the park for some fresh air.
10. Exercise. Because, who doesn’t love a little run every once and awhile?
11. Walk your dog - or someone else’s.
Diversions
Jokes of the Month
What is something red and bad for your teeth?
A Brick
Did you hear about the two guys that stole a calendar?
They both got 6 months
What do you call a lazy kangaroo?
A Pouch Potato
What did the left eye say to the right eye?
Don’t look now, but something between us smells
You heard the rumor going around about the butter?
Nevermind, I shouldn’t spread it
What is brown and sticky?
A Stick
Famous Birthdays - Who Shares Yours?!
April 2:
Michael Fassbender, 39
April 3:
Adam Scott, 43
April 4:
Maya Angelou, 1928-2014
April 5:
Zak Bagans, 39
April 6:
Zach Braff, 40
April 7:
Billie Holiday, 1915-1959
April 8:
Ezra Koenig, 31
April 9:
Ghassan Kanafani, 1936-1972
April 11:
David Banner, 41
April 13:
Thomas Jefferson, 1743-1826
April 15:
Emma Thompson, 56
April 16:
Selena Quintanilla, 1971-1995
April 17:
Rooney Mara, 30
April 18:
David Tennant, 44
April 19:
Tim Curry, 69
April 20:
Killer Mike, 40
April 22:
Jack Nicholson, 78
April 23:
John Oliver, 38
April 24:
Ben Howard, 28
April 25:
Ella Fitzgerald, 1917-1996
April 28:
Harper Lee, 1926-2016
April 29:
Duke Ellington, 1899-1974
April 30:
Justin Vernon, 34
SUPER Star Fox by “Crazy Gamer”
After Nintendo’s massive success with the NES, they released a new, 16-bit, console entitled the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), which featured better graphics, better sound qualities, and larger games than
fun. As a whole, it’s not one of the best SNES games I’ve played, and I’m not sure how it fares in comparison to
the later Star Fox games, but Star Fox is still a fun game.
Moonwalker by “Crazy Gamer”
4/5
Believe it or not, there was a time when Michael Jackson was so popular and loved, that a movie was made,
called Moonwalker, starring Michael Jackson, and like every movie, someone made a video game of it, on
the Sega Genesis. The Genesis was made in 1989 and due to it’s advanced graphics and sound effects, it
marked the end of the 8-bit era. Now, onto Moonwalker! As the game begins, Michael walks into a nightclub,
throws a coin into a jukebox, and Smooth Criminal (in 16-bit) starts up. The gameplay consists of moonwalking through the stage, kicking sparkle dust at enemies, and finding kidnaped children. The controls are easy
to work with and the soundtrack, being Michael Jackson, is incredibly catchy. The gameplay is enough to
keep you entertained, aside from the average sparkle dust attack, pressing the third button will make every
enemy on the screen dance, thus defeating them.
The only downside to that is, the special move causes you to lose half of your health, so I only recommend
using it during boss fights. While, I’m on the subject of negatives, the entire object of the game is just rescuing the kids, the boss fight doesn’t start until you find all the kids, and often they’re hidden behind doors, that
you need to press up to open, and because there’s so many of them, you’ll be doing this for a large majority
of the game. Despite how tedious this sounds, it’s not that annoying, and despite being incredibly difficult,
Moonwalker is actually pretty fun to play, if you can find this game (and a Sega Genesis) for a reasonable
price, I recommend it.
4/5
VS.
Nintendo Entertainment System vs. Sega Master System
by “ the Crazy Gamer”
Once again, it’s time to look at two similar consoles and see which one is most loved, but this time we’re going back to the 8-bit era, with the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Sega Master System. Which of these
system gets the most votes will win, and the winning system
will be announced in the next issue of the Gobbler Gab.
VS.
Super Mario bros.
vs.
Legend of Zelda
Phantasy Star
Reviews
Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception is loads of fun and very well made. It improves on its prede-
cessors in so many ways gameplay-wise, while keeping a good story and very lovable characters. I already
talked about this game a little bit in my review of the package it comes in, Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection. However, I believe it is good enough for its own review. Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception is a wonderful
gaming experience.
The main thing that impresses me the most about this game is how much better it is than the games
that have come before. In math terms, if you square Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune, you will get Uncharted 2:
Among Thieves. If you square Uncharted 2, you will get Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception. Everything included in
the games before has been majorly improved for the third installment of the Uncharted franchise. It is quite
impressive and noticeable if you have played the first games in the series.
One of the things that I enjoy about this game is that we get to learn a little bit about Nathan Drake’s
backstory. We get to explore a town as his 15-year-old self and almost steal a very valuable artifact. I really
had fun playing this part of the game, even though it was really easy. Seeing what he was like and what he
went through added a lot of depth to his character.
This game is unique for having some of the most lovable and real characters in a video game. The
dialogue that goes on between them is very well written in the script, and the voice actors are phenomenal.
Drake is a very sarcastic and funny character. He is easily memorable because of how he acts in the situations that the world throws at him. The side characters are also wonderful and make the experience even
better. The story and characters are a very strong asset to the game’s success.
The puzzles require the same amount of thinking and memory skills as the last game. Overall, those
haven’t changed much. They still provide a peaceful distraction from shooting bad guys in the face. The
puzzles are still enjoyable, but they are not the game’s main focus.
The combat is heavily improved from the last games. Ammo is much more available and accessible
than Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune. Enemy AI is a lot better than the last games. Stealth kills are easier to do,
and the game opens up many opportunities for you to explore and find different ways to eliminate the
enemy. Fighting enemies no longer feels like a chore like in the last games, but more like something fun that
you get to do.
The graphics are gorgeous and exploring the environment between battles and puzzles is more fun
because you get to look at the beautiful scenery. Naughty Dog has proved to us that their games can truly
be beautiful, like The Last of Us (easily one of the greatest games of all time) and the Uncharted games that
came before. The places you get to explore look like they were taken right out of an Indiana Jones movie.
Seeing the world around you really makes you feel like you’re on an adventure.
My only real problem I have with this game is the climbing system. It doesn’t work as well as it
should. Some things you can reach by jumping, but some very similar looking things you can’t. However, I
have just come to ignore it because the pros of this game outweigh the cons.
Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception is one of the best action and adventure games you can get on the
market. This game will stick in your mind long after you finish playing. If you have a Playstation 3 or 4, and
you are looking for something fun to play, Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception is a no-brainer.
http://www.gamesknit.com/uncharted-3-drakesdeception-version-for-pc/
Made by Thing
1 & Thing 2.
Specifically
Thing 1. I make
the better
quizzes.
What kind of friend are you?
Your friend starts annoying
you on purpose, what do you
do?
Ask them to please
stop
Tell them to shut up
Your friend falls in
the toilet, and comes
back to the classroom
drenched and a little
smelly. What do you
do?
Your friend is walking
out of the lunch line,
then trips! Their food
spills all over them, and
the cafeteria roars with
laughter. What do you
do?
Act like you
don’t know
them for
the day.
Tell them
to go
change into
their gym
You’re
realistic.
Also, you
have weird
friends.
How can
you even fall
in? That’s a
skill.
Well, at
least
you’re nice
but you
need new
friends.
They make
you look
bad.
clothes.
Do nothing, it’s okay
Your friend asks you
if they could borrow
your study guide to
copy off of. What do
you tell them?
“No, you
should
have done
it yourself.”
“Sure, but
you owe
me food.
Bring it
Tuesday”
You’re a
You’re an
You’re a
pretty
okay friend. really bad
good
Admit it,
friend. Geez.
friend,
you’d laugh
but don’t
though!
want
them to
rely on
you for
work.
You’re
pretty
much the
perfect
friend. Unless you’re
Thing 2.
Help them,
they need
some help!
Laugh! It’s
hilarious!
Eliza Johnson
What Season Are You?
What do you like to do in
your free time?
I prefer to stay
insde and play
games, where
the sun can’t
hurt me.
Go outside and
get some Vitamin D.
Watch movies or
read books.
Family or
Friends?
Sports or
Relaxing?
Movies or
Books?
Family.
Friends.
You’re winter!
~~~~~~~~~~~
You like staying
inside, a trait
common in winter.
Sports.
Relaxing. Movies.
You’re sum- You’re spring!
mer!
~~~~~~~~~~~
~~~~~~~~~~
Not hot nor
You love to be cold, you are
active but you
the perfect
appreciate a
balance.
break.
Books.
You’re
Autumn!
~~~~~~~~~
You like
comfort in
your space.
Lifestyle
Sperry Top-Sider rainboots
By: Lindsey Conley
April showers bring out all types of rainboots. The most popular brand of rainboots are called Hunter
boots. These are great water-resistant boots that usually come up to your knees, great for heavy rain storms.
However, it’s time to change things up. Instead of wearing the classic Hunter boot this spring, try wearing a
different type of shoe. Let’s turn our attention over to another name brand, Sperry Top-Sider.
Like Hunter Boots, Sperry Top-Sider also sells a wide variety of rainboots, but with a much different
style. Sperrys rainboot style is similar to the design of Bean Boots. From the toes to the heel runs a water resistant type of plastic. Then from the ankle up can be anywhere from soft leather to a cushy cotton material.
These rainboots are great to wear during April. They keep your toes dry while still making you look fashionable. Go check out them out!
Fettucini Alfredo
with Broccoli
2 cups broccoli
1 tablespoon salt
1 pound fettuccine pasta
1 (16 ounce) jar four-cheese Alfredo sauce (such as Classico(R))
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon ground black pepper (optional)
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (such as Kraft(R)), or
more to taste
Directions
1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook broccoli in the boiling
water until bright green and tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain.
Fill a large pot with water; add salt and bring to a rolling boil.
2. Stir in fettuccine, bring back to a boil, and cook pasta, stirring 2 to 3 times using tongs, over medium heat until cooked
through but still firm to the bite, about 10 to 12 minutes.
Drain and return pasta to pot.
3. Mix broccoli, Alfredo sauce, butter, and black pepper into
pasta using tongs. Transfer fettuccine Alfredo to a serving
bowl and top with Parmesan cheese.
lifestyle
A girl’s nails are one of the greatest ways to express herself. Whether you prefer long or short claws, black
or bubblegum pink, the way you wear your nails shows a lot about your personality. But have you ever
thought about what the shape of your nails says?
Rounded - the simplest nail shape, rounded nails are low maintenance and sweet.
Square - trendy and fun loving, square nails show that you are open to trying
new things
Rounded square - these are the classic manicure shape, showing that
you are elegant and chic
Coffin nails - glamorous but very high maintenance, these stylish nails
tell the world that you are always on point
Stiletto - these nails are daring and bold, making a statement that
you are afraid of nothing
Almond - one of the most elegant nail shapes out there, almond nails show
that you are classy and sophisticated
lifestyle
Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Popsicles
Servings: 6 popsicles
Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups fresh whole strawberries
1/3 cup cold water
2 cups of magic shell
How-To:
Blend the strawberries and water together to make 2 cups puréed strawberries.
Pour into your popsicle mold.
Allow to freeze for at least 4 hours.
Dip in the magic shell.
Enjoy!
Three Cute Hair Styles To Do When Your Hair Is Oily
Half Up - Half Down Bun - This is a cute hairstyle that makes a simple statement.
Start off by taking hair about an inch or a half inch above the ear, and grab all the hair
from the crown and put it in a messy bun on top of your head.
Another Half Up - Half Down - This hairstyle is great when your roots are oily but
your end looks good. Take the same amount of hair as in number 1, but put it in a
ponytail. You can choose to put the ponytail right on top of your head, or more in the
back.
Messy Bun - Of course this has to be an option. You know how to do it. Just plop all
your hair on top of your head and your done.
Arts and writing
APOCALYPSE
By Aidan Cook
The sound of the breaking twig echoed
through the darkness with a thunderous snap.
The whole world was put on pause. The girl
went still, staring out into the abyss of trees.
From behind she looked like a cemetery angel.
Her hair blew ever so slightly in the breeze as
she stood tall with perfect posture. The wolf
froze, ears erect, nostrils flaring, his russet-colored fur standing on end. His breath was quick
and uneven, heart pounding rapidly in his
chest. He wanted to fade away into the shadows of the forest where he wouldn’t be seen
like the others had done, but it was far too late
for an escape because the little girl was already
turning around towards him.
Golden eyes met charcoal gray as predator and prey met face to face. They both stood their
ground as they stared at one another. The wolf searched her face for signs of fear as she searched
his with curiosity. Staring at her now, he was shocked. Dark circles surrounded her eyes, and her
sickly pale skin was pulled taut over her tiny frame. The maid’s dress she wore hung loosely from
her body held up only by several pins and clips. The sight of her was sickening. He whined at her,
a nasally sound that echoed through the grove. She watched him eyes still bright with curiosity, a
small smile playing on the edge of her lips.
The hair on the wolf’s neck rose as he felt watchful eyes on him. Turning he came nose to nose
with the pack leader. The alpha loomed over the smaller wolf, glaring down at him with bright red
eyes. The beta shrunk under the weight of the glare but kept his body positioned between the girl
and the alpha. Eight pairs of eyes turned from the standoff to the easy prey and then back again.
With one smooth movement the alpha pushed past his opponent. His white fur rippling as he
moved towards the prey. The girl should’ve quivered, should’ve screamed, ran, done something,
but she didn’t. She stared directly at the alpha accepting her fate.
The fight wasn’t over yet, the russet wolf turned to his leader and bared his teeth and snarled. The
sound was loud and menacing like a crack of thunder. A storm was brewing. All throughout the
pack eyes flashed with different emotions: worry, anger, disgust, pride. The alpha ignored the little
stunt and with a swish of his tail the command was given: kill. The pack moved in pushing past
the russet wolf who hadn’t moved from the spot. Others lingered with him but only for a moment.
Their hunger outweighed their guilt. With nothing left to do the beta turned and disappeared into
the grove not wanting to watch an innocent get slaughtered. He listened for her screams to fill the
air with her last good-bye, but the world was silent except for the sound of an infant crying out
from somewhere in the shadows.
Emilee Hinkle
Arts and writing
I Was Raised By
Stormee Bradfield
I was raised by respectful, mind your manners, treat others the way you want to be treated kind of people.
I was raised by hard, all day, everyday, working kind of people
I was raised by run your mouth too much get your phone taken away kind of people
I was raised by get what you get and don’t throw a fit kind of people
I was raised by pizza loving and Diet coke or sweet tea loving kind of people
I was raised by try your best all the time kind of people
I was raised by always make the wise decision kind of people
I was raised by as long as you live under my roof you’ll listen to me kind of people
I was raised by loving, caring, have a big heart kind of people
I was raised by your sister should be your best friend kind of people
I was raised by mind your “P’s” and “Q’s” kind of people
I was raised by if you did a wrong action you face the consequences kind of people
I was raised by an amazing family kind of people
I Believe
By abigael
I believe in the ocean curing wounds
I believe that every late night trip to Walmart is okay
I believe that laughing is the best way to burn calories
I believe that you can’t change the past
I believe your faith should be strongest when you’re at your weakest
I believe that you can’t trust anyone
I believe there’s close to nothing a bath and some sweet tea can’t cure
I believe tests don’t prove whether you’re intelligent or not
I believe in taking pictures of everything
I believe you can do anything you set your mind to
I believe science is a lie
I believe a dog is a better best friend than any human
I believe all dogs go to heaven
I believe you should be happy for the people that have passed because they’re with God
I believe tie dye is something to describe my personality
I believe in singing at the top of your lungs, even if you know you sound like a dying walrus
I believe in miracles
I try to believe in myself
I believe
Arts and Writing
Pure Fear
By Kasey Simmers
Unbearable pain to feelWhen someone is goneNever to be seenNever to be heard fromIn this lifetimeOr another lifetimeExtreme lonelinessBegins when no oneKnows you’re in painNo one knowsYou’re hiding somethingTrying to break freeUnspeakable horrorComing from the silenceNot able to be spokenNot able to know the truthThe world can’t knowThe world won’t knowSnow (Since winter has made another appearance)
By Kasey Simmers
I watched the snowfall outside in slow, thick flurries as I did my close up procedure at the
daycare. I surveyed each room carefully and eventually made my way back up front to the main
desk where my jacket and phone were stored. The cold made me shiver when I opened the door
and stepped outside. I wrapped my jacket around me tighter as the snow began to fall faster. The
door clicked behind me and I pulled out the key to lock them. Once I officially closed up the daycare I headed toward home. One by one, houses passed by me, some covered in Christmas cheer,
some barren like they’ve forgotten Christmas was just weeks away.
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