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A column about columns

January 30, 2014
I write a weekly column, and enjoy advertising it. However, one problem seems to be prominent lately.
Downtown Las Vegas has various forms of street art which intrigued me and convinced me that perhaps I should appreciate the abundance of art that indeed exists here. Photo Credit: Purna Patel

Confession–I USED TO hate Las Vegas

January 23, 2014
After living in Las Vegas for almost nine years, I was starting to be unappreciative.
My resolution to wear dresses more often is a goal of mine, because nothing screams happy like dresses do.Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

New Year’s Resolutions: Classic vs. cliche

January 9, 2014
New Year’s resolutions seemed to be an issue for me to pick, and I decided that keeping it simple and classic is the best idea.
Wrapping presents is a great way of keeping the mystery aline, whether you are wrapping a box or clothes.Photo Credit: Hailey Basner

Holiday gifts: not an elaborate process

December 19, 2013
Shopping for the holidays is a challenge all in itself, but it is always the thought that is the most important component of gift giving.
Santa Claus seems to be just as important as having and decorating your Christmas tree. Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

Television and Santa Claus: Media and a fib

December 12, 2013
After a long time of believing in Santa Claus, I do not want my brother to find out that it is all a fictional story.
Looking through magazines is an easy way to inspire yourself to change, as far as appearance. However, when traditions change, it is slightly more complicated than that. Photo Credit: Bree Eure

Unplanned changes

December 5, 2013
As we get older, playgrounds look smaller, Christmas is less exciting, and Halloween is just another night.
The process of writing can be overwhelming and frightening. Photo Credit: Hailey Basner

Identifying personal strengths and weaknesses far from easy

November 28, 2013
As a modest person, I have a difficult time identifying my personal strengths and weaknesses.
Publicly shunning and making fun of someone is considered bullying, and is seen in both males and females. Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

Mean girls

November 21, 2013
Naturally, girls seem more intimidating and meaner than guys.
Some actions that best friends portray may look like they are more than friends, but one should not let the outside appearance determine the status of the relationship. Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

From BFF to BF

November 2, 2013
The difference between a boy SLASH friend and a boyfriend is rather complicated.
The following words are one that describe adulthood perfectly. Photo Illustration: Alex Nedelcu

18: An excuse for irrational choices

October 22, 2013
Turning 18 not only gives you legal power, but also seems to be permission for irrational mistakes.
Coffee does indeed make me a happy and energetic person, and there is no such thing as too much coffee. Photo Credit: Hailey Basner

Coffee: a double edged sword

October 10, 2013
Coffee is a beverage that has been preferred by me since I was a little girl. Lately, my obsession has been growing out of control.
The old he loves me, he loves me not game is a perfect example of dwelling. Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

Dwelling: Human nature with a striking twist

October 3, 2013
After months of practice, I have finally gained the ability to not allow dwelling to get to me.
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