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Reporters •Esther Allen• •Elle Hiatt•
•Carissa Paw• Strikes Twelve• •Jacqueline Patzer• s Resolution?• 8 •New Year’ •Shannon Rhee• 10 •Grieving a Loss• 12 •One On EveryCorner• Editor in Chief Photo Editor Alexis Marca Michele Rafuse 14 •A Birthday To Remember• 16 •Instagram• 17 •Advertisement• 18 •Nail Art• s Fashion• 19 •Men’ 20 •DIY Valentines• 21 •Valentine• 22 •Briefs•
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Editorial
by
Alexis Marca
“Did you get straight A’s?”
close. After all, we lived only one
my parents, and possibly my friends,
“What’s your GPA?”
block away from each other. Two
was constantly on my conscience.
“Why can’t you be less sensitive?”
years ago, she sat down with me
That all used to be my life.
Ever since I started high school,
and told me that she was moving
I was so consumed with trying
hundreds of miles away. It took
to do what everyone told me to,
me by surprise. I was devastated.
that I completely forgot about
I built my life to please people. I worked hard in school. I had straight A’s, took all the honors
A similar reaction came from
what I truly wanted for myself. I know I am not the only person
classes, and prepared for college
my parents. I had made new friends
just so my parents would be proud
whom my parents disagreed with.
who lived like this. It happens all
of me, and so I could live up to
So, when I decided to live my life
the time. We feel pressured by
the standards of my friends.
in a way my parents disapproved,
our parents to do well in school,
it was a surprise to them.
pressured by our friends to try
To some people, that is not really important, but to me it was.
When things come as a shock
different things, and sometimes
When I got good grades, I often felt
to us, it often just makes matters
we even feel pressured to live our
like my parents didn’t really pay a
even worse. I was the “good child.”
lives differently than we want to.
lot of attention to me because my
I was the one who came home
brother needed much attention due
with a good report card, never
to learn in life is to love yourself.
his special needs. I would work hard
got in trouble, and did everything
For me, it was the hardest thing to
though to try to earn their attention.
they said. That was who I was.
learn. But, we cannot make decisions
As a result, I spent most of my
Because my friends and parents,
One of the most important things
about our lives and our futures if
life trying to do whatever it took
and so many other people wanted
we don’t. We need to love ourselves
for my parents to be proud of me. I
different things from me, I let it
in order to care about our lives.
loved it when my dad said that he was
consume my life. Before I knew it,
It may sound selfish, like the
blessed to have me as his daughter, or
I didn’t try as hard in school, and
wrong answer, but honestly the best
when my mom told me “good job.”
I filled my life with unnecessary
thing to do is to put yourself first.
Those were the moments I lived for.
drama. All I wanted was to do what
Take care of your own needs rather
But, then things started to
everyone wanted and make everyone
than what others say your needs are.
happy, but I was not happy.
Once I did this, I felt less pressured
change my sophomore and junior years. I no longer was able to be
Although I still wanted to
what was expected of me, and
please my parents, I also wanted
the results were not pleasant.
to please my friends. Every time I
and was able to actually think about what I wanted for my future. It is cliché, but it is also the
did not do what somebody wanted
truth: Live your life for you,
ten-years-old, I have had my friend
from me, I felt like I was a failure.
not everybody else.
Christina by my side. We were very
Knowing that I was disappointing
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Is it okay to date your best friend’ s ex? YES. “As long as you
NO. “Because they’re
ask your best friend and
your best friend and they
they’re okay with it.”
might still have feelings.”
-Armand Domingo (12)
-Brian Lee (11)
It Depends.
YES. “If you can get
“It depends how the
passed the awkwardness,
break up went, and if
I guess it’s fine.”
you’re still friends, and if
-Katherine Goh (12)
you’re best friend is okay with it. But usually not because of the “girl code”
YES. “Because if they are really your friend, then they will stay your friend.” -Rebecca Michel (9) Opinion
and the “boy code.” -Erin Tierney (12)
NO. “If it’s right after
[the breakup] of course not. In my opinion, it’s almost like disrespecting your best friend. If you start dating that person right after, most likely, they haven’t gotten over each other.” -John Sumilat (12)
NO. “In the movies it doesn’t go over well. I wouldn’t do it.” -Jonathan Thomas (11)
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Clock Strikes Twelve People all over the world eagerly anticipated the countdown to midnight and the arrival of a new year.
Community By Jacqueline Patzer
associated the first day of a new year
money and love). If you could
with an agricultural or astronomical
say all this with all whole grapes
event. In Egypt, the flooding of the
in your mouth, then your wish
Nile meant a new year had begun.
supposedly would come true.”
In China, however, the
Other kinds of foods, like beans
new year was marked by the
and legumes, are featured in New
appearance of the second new moon
Year’s dishes worldwide. Legumes
following the winter solstice.
represented a future of wealth in
Decades later, after Julius Caesar
many European countries. In Italy,
became ruler of Rome, he officially
lentils symbolized prosperity for the
named January 1 as the first day of
coming year. Similarly, southerners
the year. By doing so, this honored
in America often ate black-eyed peas
the new year of 2013 was kicked
Janus, the Roman god of beginnings,
on New Year’s to bring good luck.
into gear. The whole world
whom January was named after.
Once the clock struck twelve,
celebrated the renewed age. Just as
On January 1, the Romans
A common custom in Spain takes place once New Year’s Day
civilizations before our time had,
offered sacrifices to Janus,
comes around. Many Spaniards
festivities were carried throughout
gave gifts to loved ones, and
wear red underwear on the first day
the night as well as the next day.
attended lavish festivities.
of the new year. This tradition is
According to history.com,
Just as Rome once did, cultures
thought to help bring love into their
celebration of the new year dates back
all around the world today begin New
lives. They also believe that wearing
some 4,000 years to ancient Babylon,
Year’s celebrations on the evening of
yellow clothing on the holiday
which is currently 45 miles south of
December 31—New Year’s Eve—
will guarantee a prosperous year.
Baghdad. The start of the new year
and continue into the next day.
began when the first new moon to
To celebrate the new coming year,
customs in other parts of the world
follow the vernal equinox appeared.
people often eat special meals and
include setting off fireworks and
snacks thought to bestow good luck.
singing songs to welcome the
In commemoration of the holiday, a religious ceremony
In Spain and several other
Some of the most common
new year. For centuries, many
was held—Akitu. The Akitu was
Spanish-speaking countries, people
English-speaking countries sing
celebrated over a course of 11
traditionally eat a dozen grapes at
the famous melody, “Auld Lang
days. During the celebrations, a
the stroke of midnight. Sergio Uribe,
Syne,” meaning “times gone by.”
new king was crowned. This was
Spanish teacher, said that in Mexico
thought to symbolize the renewal
people would “put twelve grapes
are more common on New Year’s Day
of the nation and the year.
in [their] mouth at midnight and
than any other holiday of the year.
As time passed, civilizations
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say: ‘salud, dinero y amor’ (health,
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In places, like Hawaii, fireworks
Jessica Williams, Bible teacher,
Tr adition
Photos by: Elle Hiatt
recalls her favorite memory of
given their thanks, the elders give
the fireworks in Hawaii. “As we
them money in an envelope.
with,” says Adrienne Terrado (11). Other people enjoy spending
New Year’s Day celebrations in
time with family at home. Carmen
movies], there was a place along
Cambodia prolong over a duration
Soto, school accounting clerk, finds
the road where you could look
of seven days. In those seven
comfort in knowing she can be with
out over the town we lived in. We
days, the whole family gathers to
her sons and husband at the start
pulled over on the side of the road,
ring in the new year. Adults and
of the year. “It’s so important to
and we just watched the fireworks.
children, alike, play games, sing
have that family time. It’s the best
It was so much fun to watch all
songs, and eat special treats. It is
way to start the year,” Soto said.
[the] bright colors everywhere.”
also common for Cambodians
were driving back home [from the
Typically, people practice
Modern Asian customs usually
to wear brand-new traditional
making resolutions for the new year.
include large festivities with family.
clothing to symbolize starting
This practice was first established
Koreans often gather “early in the
anew with prosperity and wealth.
in ancient Babylon. Similar to
morning and watch the sunrise to
Since 1907, one of the most
our resolutions today, the ancient
start off the day,” as Robin Kim
adorned New Year’s events is located
Babylonians made promises to
(12) said. It is also customary for
in America’s New York City Times
start the year off anew and also to
Koreans to eat “dukguk,” a rice cake
Square. Thousands of people gather
earn the blessings of the gods.
soup as their New Year’s dish.
at the heart of New York to watch
One of the most common Korean traditions takes place among the younger generations. “As a form
For her New Year’s resolution,
the dropping of the giant crystal
Williams wants to “really live life.
ball at the stroke of midnight.
Don’t just go through life, but really
Once the New Year has begun,
live. Being intentional with that and not worrying about the small stuff.”
of respect, all the children bow
many people share a kiss with
down to the elders and [express
their significant other. “It’s just
feelings of gratitude],” Iris Lee
so adorable knowing you have
New Year has existed for centuries
(12) said. Once the children have
someone to start the new year
and continues up until this day.
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The tradition of celebrating the
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News Year’s Resolutions For many people, January marks the time to set goals for the new year.
by
Carissa paw
making New Year’s resolutions
Isaac Delote (11), we make New
originated in 153 B.C.
Year’s resolutions because “it’s a
As the New Year approached,
psychological game to motivate our
the Romans went to the statue
lives and set goals, however, some
of the Roman gods and asked for
people set the goal too high.”
forgiveness. Repenting was not
Although, if you do not make a
the only thing that they asked for.
New Year’s resolution, that doesn’t
They also requested for good luck
mean that you are not motivated. Rather, Kristina Hall (11)
Many people create a New Year’s resolution on January 1.
said, “We can make changes
A New Year’s resolution is a goal
throughout the year, and not just
stated at the beginning of the
focus on one’s certain change.” But, when it comes to New Year’s
year that one strives to acheive.
resolutions, it is often easier said than
It is common for people to have a New Year’s resolution. There are
done. The hardest part about having
several different kinds of New Year’s
a New Year’s resolution is to keep
resolutions. For example, Cheryl
with it. Sometimes, people lose the
Wang’s (9) New Year’s resolution is
drive they once had at the beginning
to “spend time daily with God.”
of the year. This theory is explained
While some people can have
by Alexandra Stream (12) when she
spiritual New Year’s resolutions,
said, “Once the excitement of the
others can have different New
New Year wears away, so does the
Year’s resolutions. Brian Moreno’s
enthusiasm for our resolutions.” Although many people lose that
(12) New Year’s resolution is
in the future. This soon led to the
“to not procrastinate.”
trend people do today, which is
drive, that doesn’t mean everybody
to request among themselves the
does. There are several ways to
drive to acheive their goals.
keep working on your New Year’s
However, one of the most common New Year’s resolutions
During the New Year, in
in today’s age are related to
resolution. One thing that may help
health and life in general. Sharise
order to gain acheivement,
keep a New Year’s resolution is to
Reid’s (11) resolution is “to
people often write down things
make the goals small and reachable,
become more healthy, get better
that they want to accomplish.
rather than a large, impossible task.
grades, and to just enjoy life.”
The reasons as to why we have
Christian Tagle (12) said, “It
According to history.com,
New Year’s resolutions vary. But to
seems like people fail to prioritize
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Tr a dition
their resolutions properly, they need
slowly increase levels of difficulty
to find motivation to make their
as he/she works out everyday.
resolution in the first place and use it to keep pushing you forward.” One way to help keep our New Year’s resolution is to be more specific
staying true to their resolution. Also, keeping family and friends
Reid said, “Always stay
informed by putting resolutions
motivated and remember why
on Facebook can help. After
you made that resolution.”
people post thier gradual success
However, to fulfill a New
in accomplishing a New Year’s
on what we want to accomplish.
Year’s resolution people need
Resolution, it can make them feel
For example, if a resolution is
support. It is important that
proud of their accomplishment.
to lose weight, it is vital to be
people have others to support them
consistent. If a person misses one
make their resolution work.
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day, the cycle will be easily hindered
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If people have support from
and it is possible for a person to
their friends, the friends can check
lose motivation. Therefore, one
up on them and give them moral
should make a workout plan and
support when they are having trouble
Salted Caramel Brownies Ingredients • 1 cup (2 sticks) butter • 4 1-oz. squares of dark chocolate • 2 cups sugar • 4 eggs • 1 tsp. vanilla extract • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 tsp. salt • 1/4 cup caramel topping
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• Bake for 30-35 minutes
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Grieving a Loss
Real Life by
“No one told me that grief felt so like fear,” C.S. Lewis once said.
Shannon Rhee
remember not going to school that
although a lot of people did not
day, but my friends were supportive
know how to act around her, she
of the situation.” Losing a pet
did not really want people to feel
can be traumatic at any age.
pity towards her either. Although
It is difficult to know how
losing both her parents was difficult,
sensitive the person is or know
she felt comfort in the fact that
how delicate the situation is.
they were no longer in pain.
Jessica Bayer (12), who lost her
However, “Even though my
father to esophageal cancer and her
parent’s death was extremely tragic
loss. Whether it is a pet, family
mother to a drug addiction said,
for me, I knew they were in a better
member, or a close friend, losing a
“Consoling them as soon as you
place and I didn’t want people
loved one is a painful experience.
find out would be the best time,
to feel bad for me” Bayer said.
People cope in all sorts of ways,
waiting any longer and dragging
Others find comfort going
Many people have experienced
and although they never forget
“It is easier to act like your
about their loss there are ways to help those who are grieving. It has been four years since Erin Tierney (12) lost her grandmother. She said, “Even
about their normal lives, with friends and dealing with it at
normal self, especially when
home in private. Heramil said,
they don’t even understand.”
normal self, especially when
“It is easier to act like your they don’t even understand.” Regardless of the type of
though several years pass and it becomes bearable, you still miss
it out just makes things worse.” How a person best wants to
the person and you constantly
loss, grieving takes time and differs by person. The steps of grieving,
think about them.” She added,
be comforted varies depending on
however are the same for everyone.
“You never forget about them.”
the person and the situation. Some
As a friend of a grieving person,
may want their friends to comfort
it is important to understand
should wait a while to say something
them and talk about their loss, while
the steps of grieving. Ultimately,
to their grieving friend, because
others may want to be distracted
passing through the major stages of
they want to wait for the person
by their friends and just hang out.
grieving helps the person gradually
Some people feel that they
Prakash Heramil (12) who
to process their loss. However,
adjust to a new chapter of life.
people never forget about their
lost his father last year from liver
There are five major steps
loss, so it is better not to wait.
cancer said, “I didn’t want people
of the grieving process: denial
Eric Guzman (12) lost his
pitying me or making excuses for
and isolation, anger, bargaining,
me just because my dad died.”
depression and acceptance. Everyone
dog from a heart attack when he was in second grade. He said, “I
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Bayer (12) understood that
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goes through these steps at one
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5 Steps of Grief for Loss
point. Some people stay in certain stages longer than others. (See the steps shown on the right). Tierney said, “In the beginning, I was angry, I didn’t know why my grandma had to die, and it was hard for me to deal with.” So, what is the best thing to do for someone who is grieving a loss of a loved one? Bayer said, “Just be there for them, and talk to them. Try to be as normal as possible.” Acting differently could make the situation worse. Tierney said, “Give them a
1. Denial & Isolation
“The first reaction to learning of terminal illness or death of a cherished loved one is to deny the reality of the situation. It is a normal reaction to rationalize overwhelming emotions. It is a defense mechanism that buffers the immediate shock.”
hug, and support them with love.” When people are in pain, they usually just need the extra support and confirmation from loved ones. Heramil said, “Find that middle balance, don’t forget that they lost someone, but don’t avoid them just because you don’t know how to act.” Grieving a loss is ultimately
2. Anger
“As the masking effects of denial and isolation begin to wear off, reality and pain re-emerge. [...] The anger may be aimed at inanimate objects, complete strangers, friends or family. [...] We feel guilty for being angry, and this makes them more angry.”
a very personal and emotional experience. People cope with their loss at their own pace, but the best thing to do is to support them
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3. Bargaining
“The normal for those in a vulnerable position to want to regain control– If only we had sought medical attention sooner… If only we got a second opinion from another doctor… If only we had tried to be a better person toward them... Secretly, we may make a deal with God or our higher power in an attempt to postpone the inevitable. This is a weaker line of defense to protect us from the painful reality.”
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4. Depression
“Two types of depression are associated with mourning. The first one is a reaction to practical implications relating to the loss. [...] We worry that, in our grief, we have spent less time with others that depend on us. [...] The second type of depression is more subtle and, in a sense, perhaps more private. It is our quiet preparation to separate and to bid our loved one farewell. Sometimes all we really need is a hug.”
5. Acceptance
“Reaching this stage of mourning is a gift not afforded to everyone. Death may be sudden and unexpected or we may never see beyond our anger or denial. It is not necessarily a mark of bravery to resist the inevitable and to deny ourselves the opportunity to make our peace. This phase is marked by withdrawal and calm. This is not a period of happiness and must be distinguished from depression.” source from: psychcentral.com/lib/2006/ the-5-stages-of-loss-and-grief
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One On Every Corner
Community
by
People often say that there is a Starbucks on every corner. There is a distinct craze about
In addition to the convenience, some say that a perk of going to Starbucks is the status you carry
Every time you pay with either of
Starbucks that has captivated
those you collect a star. According
the world. Over the past 32
to starbucks.com, you become a
years it has grown from a single
Green Member after collecting
coffee bean store to a worldwide
five stars, and after collecting 30
coffee house phenomenon.
you become a Gold Member.
It is hard to believe that such a
Becoming a member gives
colossal company could have started
labeled cup. Josephine Simorangkir (12) said, “It’s the label. It’s kind of like how American Eagle, Hollister, and Abercrombie were. Just because you had it, everyone thought you were cool.” With this in mind, the company three friends pulled together an
Washington. Now there are more
idea and turned it into a reality.
than 17,000 stores worldwide.
They originally wanted to
With the accessibility of
have a shop to sell coffee beans,
Starbucks, there is a certain
but little did they know that their
convenience. The mega coffee
company would grow into an
shop chain is considered by many
international coffee house franchise.
to be the epitome of delicious
According to globalassets.
convenience. One simply has to
starbucks.com, the name
walk in, place an order, and presto!
Starbucks comes from a character
You have a tasty drink at hand.
in the classic novel, Moby
Bettesue Contanzo, history
designboom.com
teacher, said that “they have a marketing plan that makes getting
you advantages such as free refills
special coffee drinks convenient.
on coffee and tea, as well as free
Their stores are also set up for
drinks every once in awhile. Jonathan Mamora (12), an
comfortable meeting places.”
avid Starbuck’s Gold Member, said,
Starbucks also offer deals to the elite Green and Gold
“I love coffee. Most of the time I
Members. To become one of these
don’t have the time to make my
members, you simply have to
own coffee, and so the nice thing
register a Starbucks card online,
is I can just head over to Starbucks
or use the Starbucks mobile app.
and grab something to drink.”
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in your hand with that iconically
initially started off in 1971 when
out as only a single cafe in Seattle,
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Dick, by Herman Melville. Starbucks made some advances when Howard Schultz joined the team. According to globalassets. starbucks.com, he brought in ideas he got from espresso bars while traveling in Italy. These ideas led the company to grow into the coffeehouse concept it is today. Even though coffee is generally looked down upon in the Adventist
C o m munity
community, Starbucks seems to have captivated several students and faculty at Loma Linda Academy. Constanzo and Jason Calvert, Campus Ministries Pastor, are two faculty members who are often seen walking around campus with a Starbucks drink in hand. Calvert said, “Ellen White warns against drinking coffee and tea, because there is caffeine. She viewed it as equal to a drug. The whole thought is that we shouldn’t put anything into our bodies that would cloud our mind.
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It could get in the way of God speaking to us.” However, in response to caffeine being a drug he said, “It’s true. My argument back would be, well, so is Tylenol.” When asked why he likes Starbucks, Calvert
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balanced taste of the brew and recipe.” His favorite drink “depends on a plethora of variables: weather,
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time of day, mood, and season,” however, “the regular would be a Caramel Macchiato.” Chloe Lown (10) who says, “Starbucks is amazing!” loved the holiday drinks. She
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said, “My favorite is the peppermint mocha, [but] I usually get a skinny vanilla latte.” No matter whether you are a Green or Gold Member, a coffee addict, or even someone who despises Starbucks, it is undeniable that Starbucks
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A Birthday To Remember
Community
By Esther Allen
Alondra Martinez turned 12 on 12/12/12 at 2:12, at the birthday party she had been anticipating since the beginning of 2012. Blue, silver, and white filled the Heritage room at Loma Linda Academy (LLA) for her birthday party. Her family, church family, classmates, teachers, and the administration all joined her in celebration. The room was covered with pink and purple balloons, as well as Dallas Cowboys a and Justin Bieber balloons. A ten foot banner of encouragement,
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made by her fifth grade classmates
able to do stuff when I was younger,
was displayed on the back wall. John
but in the end I would say it was
Mayer and Selena Gomez songs
better, because I really can’t imagine
played in the background. A simple,
a place without her,” A.Martinez’
yet extravagant setting displayed
brother David said. “I was actually
everything A. Martinez loves.
glad, because with her I was able
A. Martinez discovered that her twelfth birthday would be a
to enjoy a whole bunch of stuff.” “I, for one, could not
golden birthday after her last heart
go through what shes went
surgery in April. Struggling from
through,” said D. Martinez.
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) as well as
Hearing about A. Martinez’
other complications since she was
battle with TOF, many of us
two, A. Martinez has outlived her
might think this similarly. From
life expectancy by over ten years.
comas, to four heart surgeries,
TOF is a complex congenital heart
A. Martinez has overcome what
defect that changes the normal
many of us would deem as a never
flow of blood through the heart.
ending and exhausting ordeal, but
Although this condition can be
through it all, she stayed strong.
an obvious setback, her teacher,
Martinez’s pastor said “I
friends and family all agree that she
was impressed by her courage
does not allow it to be a setback.
and love for Jesus.”
“Since she was born, my mother
The community pitched in
explained to me her condition
when they heard A. Martinez’ story.
and what she was able to do and
Classmates’ parents volunteered
wasn’t. So I already knew about her
and helped create the birthday
problems. You could say I wasn’t
party at school. Along the side
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St u d e nt
Lif e
As the blue wrapping paper
wall was a buffet of pasta and salad
overwhelmed by all the attention
donated from The Old Spaghetti
at times, but Gillespie would whisk
peeled away on that final gift, it was
Factory. Another wall included
her away to ease the attention off
soon discovered that not only did
a cowboy decorated ice-cream
of A. Martinez. Gillespie said, “She
A. Martinez get a Dallas Cowboy’s
cake and cupcakes donated from
is really fun. She is really nice, and
helmet and jersey, but it was also
Michelle’s Bakery in Redlands.
she’s just my friend.” Gillespie
hand signed by the whole team with
Crowds of kids gathered to watch
also added she admires how A.
a personal note for A. Martinez.
their classmates try on props in the
Martinez is always willing to help.
and provided by Lifes in Proofs. Students from the high school
To end the two hour party, table that was full of presents from classmates, parents, teachers, and
in by decorating gift boxes for
administrators. A surprise was hidden
the fifth graders, which contained
under the table, which was left for
candy, games, erasers, and stickers.
last. Unwrapping an average size gift, Martinez wondered what it could
close friend, Hannah Gillespie,
be considering her gifts ranged from
was by her side. A. Martinez was
crafts to an anonymously gifted iPad.
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A. Matinez sat down next to a
Christian Missions class also pitched
Throughout the afternoon her
for this strong twelve-year-old.
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photo booth, which was also donated
It was a true birthday celebration
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DIY Photo Heart Decoration
Designed and created by Michele Rafuse
You will need two horizontal photos and a pair of scissors
Cut out a half of a heart starting at the fold
Cut strips starting at the fold, but stop before you cut all the way through
Reverse the order Pull out and fold back every other strip on the second heart Your heart should look like this on one side
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Lay the pictures on top of each other
Fold in half
Take the hearts apart
Place the two hearts back to back and fit together The other side should look like this
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Valentine’s Day For Her
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Places to Go
For Him
Venice Beach
Museum
Day pass to Threshold $15
Koala Bear Earphone Cap $4.50 Etsy.com Studio Happy Bird
Farrell’s
Sea World Bearded Hat $4
Hot Air Balloon Necklace
Etsy.com Jan Spirlk
$3.99 Etsy.com Peter Xu
Disneyland
Victoria Gardens Leather Moustache Keychain Rose Scented Soap $4.00 Etsy.com Kasey Hachler
Holiday
Yogurtlicious
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Loma Linda Academy will be hosting a weekly open house each Monday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. starting on January 28, 2013. Students are encouraged to invite family and friends who do not attend Loma Linda Academy to take a tour of the campus.
Family Volunteer Night
Loma Linda Academy will be hosting a family volunteer night on February 23 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the high school gym. They are collecting donations until the day of the event in the elementary classrooms, junior high office, and high school CMC.
Correction Bonnie Schoberth’ s grandson Andy Kelakulike Jr. Perunula Asuncion was born on Oct. 22, 2012. Andy’ s parents are Taya & Jay Asuncion.
Congratulations to the second semester S.A. officers! Treasurer: Elias Saade President: Leisa Ong Vice-President: Beau Young Secretary: Victoria Hiatt P.R. Secretary: Harold Dien Parliamentarian: Iris Lee Resource Manager: Religious Vice-President: Katie Kaatz Kurt Dritlein Technical Coordinator: Social Vice-President: Jonathan Imperio Joe Rees Statistician: Media Secretary: Phillip Nichols Hayley Perry Activities Coordinator: Michael Siahaan
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