By Sarah Rovinsky Too many people know Valentine’s Day to be a commercial maneuver to sell chocolate and jewelry in which we are forced to participate in, otherwise, we become the Grinch of February 14. Should we be lucky enough to have a special someone to share this day with, and choose to ignore it, you’re just a thoughtless meanie. The issue then becomes what … Continue reading A Rational Highschooler’s Approach to February 14th
by Joey Derrico A common complaint among high schoolers is the lack of time in the day to accomplish their various responsibilities. Balancing school, extracurriculars, and a healthy sleep schedule is an arduous task for even the most ambitious of students. There are ways, however, to appease stress and create more available time in the day. The solution lies in following a schedule with dedication … Continue reading How to Create and Follow a Schedule
It’s a new year and the temperatures are still low (or if you’re in Ohio, you’re still waiting for them to) and your closet just isn’t agreeing with the season. Need an update? Here’s some opinions and favorites of the winter fashion from your local fashionista: Continue reading Winter Fashion: Life Update
By Sarah Rovinsky School dances are more than expensive, they’re a pain! Girls, not only must you find the “perfect” dress to fit into, but you also have to find the perfect shoes to go with them, and appropriately matched makeup and nails. Oh, and don’t forget, your hair has to magically make its way out of last night’s messy bun into something gorgeous. Guys, … Continue reading Why You Should go to Winter Formal
by Bergen Eppers Winter Formal. The school is in a frenzy, proposals everywhere, but what to wear? Added this year by the JROTC cadets, winter formal has brought one main question from the girls: long dress or short dress? Is it another homecoming or close to prom? From recent polls on Twitter and others’ opinions, the most popular answer is short dress, save the long … Continue reading Winter Formal Dress?
By Sarah Rovinsky At this point you’re probably sick of hearing how much 2016 sucked. But the reality is, a lot went wrong for a lot of people. Fortunately, this doesn’t have to add to the list of why 2016 was a let down. In fact, retail therapy can be quite healing, and this alternative does not have to hurt your wallet. A clothing swap … Continue reading New Year, New Free Wardrobe
By Bergen Eppers and Sarah Rovinsky The dreaded exam week is approaching closer and closer. The procrastination is almost inevitable. (I can already feel it). Everyone procrastinates, whether you’re willing to admit it or not. It is, if you will, an art, varying in degree and style. If you’re going to do it (be honest: you probably are), why not do it to your best … Continue reading PSA: Procrastination is Inevitable
by Bergen Eppers For those cold wintry days when you need something special, here’s a quick how-to for one of my go-to drinks: Grab a coffee mug and fill it with milk for how much hot chocolate you want. Now for something fancy. Break off a piece of candy cane and put in the cup. Heat it up in the microwave for one minute. If … Continue reading How to Make the Perfect Cup of Hot Chocolate
By Sarah Rovinsky Whether seeking sweet release from a week of exams that caused mental and emotional havoc–I’m speaking from experience–or simply enjoying yourself, any occasion is a perfect opportunity to treat yourself to a bath bomb. Though Lush cosmetics is, essentially, the holy grail of bath bombs, is it worth it? Lush is known for their high quality, fresh, handmade cosmetics. Their stance against … Continue reading Buy or D.I.Y. Your Next Bath Bomb
photo courtesy of ClipArt by Rachel Giffin Sandwiched between Halloween and Christmas, jack-o-lanterns and Christmas trees, and lost amidst the mad dashes to deliver candy to children on either October 31 or December 25, there is one day which seems to be mentioned less and less every year. What day is that? Black Friday? Not really. Thanksgiving is a time where kids can get … Continue reading Thanksgiving Blues
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