The fine art of watching movies
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
April 24, 2012
Since I was a little girl, I have been watching movies. First, it started with a potty-training film with cartoons and songs about learning how to use a toilet. This led to watching various animated TV shows about talking bears and turtles that ride bicycles, and of course, the occasional Walt Disney... Read more »
Armed services a difficult decision
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
April 3, 2012
The ongoing wars and military budgets have always been a concept that goes right over my head. Perhaps that’s just me though. Worst of all, its hard to grasp what makes a teenager, girl or boy, think they are ready to risk their lives to be in the military. Young men and women are losing their lives... Read more »
Parenting at its finest
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
March 25, 2012
Due to my experience living within a split family, I have realized there are many different kinds of parenting. Not only that, but I’ve seen some of the worst cases of improper child-rearing while dealing with families at work, going to the grocery store, or just strolling through the neighborhood.... Read more »
A mile in my shoes
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
March 16, 2012
Running has always been my little escape. I grab my iPod, headphones, bright blue running shoes, and a bottle of water and head out the door. Living in a pretty decent community allows me to run without worrying about “bad guys.” Therefore, I can completely take pleasure in my long and energizing... Read more »
Dealing with diapers
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 29, 2012
Babysitting has always been an easy way for teenage girls to earn some extra cash. I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old. It began with my little sisters, then my baby brother, and eventually, families would get to know me through my parents or while picking up my little brother at his bus... Read more »
Small town mentality
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 9, 2012
Living the first 15 years of my life in the small town of Waynesville, North Carolina, was one, very interesting chapter of my life. Small town life is a whole world in its own. The people, the food, the way of life is different from anything I will ever experience for the rest of my life. Southern hospitality... Read more »
Elevators: Towers of terror
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 2, 2012
People who are too lazy to take the stairs use elevators. Elevators are, also, used for making people feel extremely awkward while having close contact with complete strangers. How many times do you walk on an elevator without feeling slightly uncomfortable? The worst is when you and a stranger reach... Read more »
Daily life of an American teenager
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
January 20, 2012
It’s 5:22 a.m. and after hitting snooze for the fourth time I finally manage to drag myself out of bed. Another day, another routine, another… adventure? The biggest decision I make while getting ready for my day is whether I’m going to wear jeans or yoga pants. No “cute” outfit will make... Read more »
