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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.
Saying "I love you" has no longer been a significant way to express feelings; it has become an act that is expressed too soon without feeling it.Photo Credit: Brittnie Truax

I love you…too soon?

November 13, 2013
The love in a relationship doesn’t seem to be determined by how one feels anymore, but instead is just a term used without meaning.
Sure, you love your friends, but do you love the overbearing feeling of meddling that they give within your relationship? Photo credit: Tonatiuh Gomez

It only takes two to tango

October 29, 2013
Prevent yourself from becoming the third-wheel, and learn to only chime in when it is necessary.
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.
Doing tasks solely for recognition is not the right way of thinking. Photo Credit: Jacob Berroya

Lack of recognition slows progress

October 2, 2013
Completing tasks can be a burden, but receiving no recognition for your deeds can be even worse.
While some are relaxed about what they post on social media, they should be careful since it may be questionable. There is a line between your school life and your social life: Instagram is not the place to mix together the two.Photo Credit: Brittnie Truax

Private for a reason

October 1, 2013
There is a line between your school life and your social life: Instagram is not the place to mix together the two.
When hate builds, and a bond is created between two or more people, it is easier to get accommodated with the group. Photo Illustration: Alex Nedelcu

Hate: a negative impact with a strong bond

September 12, 2013
When hate builds and a bond is created between two or more people, it is easier to fit in with the group.
Feeling inferior when it comes to the rest of the student body should be the last thing that a freshman thinks about.Photo Credit: June Santos

Freshmen advice

September 11, 2013
Freshmen should not feel intimidated or afraid of any upperclassmen to the point where they feel inferior.
Acting in a certain way can show a lot about yourself, either positively or negatively.Photo Credit: June Santos

Act your age

April 23, 2013
Having friends that act too young for their age is one thing, but having someone who acts too old for their age can be even more troublesome.
Spring is a magnificent season that brings happiness to our attitudes and smiles on our faces.Photo Credit: Sahar Kanfi

Spring fever

April 18, 2013
Spring is a magnificent season that brings happiness and smiles.
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