Monday, November 27, 2017

The Seventh Hour

It was an average Monday morning in the Library of Eastcliff High School when it started. My name is Lucas Patterson, and I am a freshman here at Eastcliff High School with average grades and baseball skills. I have three best friends: Jimmy, Tom, and Jordan that are all freshmen...

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

The Cost of Magic

May 12, 2016Dear Violet,      I'm sorry. So so sorry. I have to go. I know you don't understand but I hope that this letter will explain things a bit more.      Simply put, I am a witch. I don't have a broom or an odd hat. I do have a wand but I rarely use it. Most witches are like...

(Not Really) Required Reading, Stargirl

This is a book review like none other. This is a book review with a story. This is a book review that tells a tale of how I met a book like one meets a friend for the first time. This is why this book is required reading (not really). Because I’d like...

Sunday, November 19, 2017

Delicious Red Velvet Cupcakes

6 Red Velvet Cupcakes Ingredients: Cupcakes:  1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 3 tbsp granulated sugar 3 tbsp light brown sugar 1 egg 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1 tbsp red liquid food color 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/3 cup sour cream 3/4 cup all purpose flour 1/4 tsp white...

Thursday, April 20, 2017

Did Somebody Say Improv?

Improv club usually takes place every last day of the school week in the chorus room. Because of all the days off, it’s hard to make it a certain day. For those of you that do not know, improv, short for improvisation, is when you are given a scenario and you have to come up with something to act out and say....

Monday, April 17, 2017

What's Your Favorite Thing About Yourself?

“What’s your favorite thing about yourself?” I’m sure many people have never considered the question, “what’s your favorite thing about yourself?” Maybe there’s no need to ask; it’s just a subconscious knowledge you don’t need to ponder. Maybe you...

Idioms From An Idiot, Part II

Even after my first informative article on this subject, you may still find several common idioms bamboozling your brain cells. However, fear not. I, Master of All Knowledgeable Things Ever, shall once again explain to you the meanings of commonly misunderstood...

Friday, April 14, 2017

How To Go To A Concert

Have you ever wanted to see your favorite band live but don’t know where to begin? Has it been awhile since you’ve gone to a concert? Here are some tips and tricks for the next time you plan on attending one by an experienced concert attendee. Step...

Moana, Movie Review

Last November, Disney came out with their newest “princess” movie, called Moana. However, she is not a princess and the plot deviates from a classic princess story. Yet it is a fun and adventurous tale. The story follows Moana (voiced by Auli'i...

Sunday, February 5, 2017

2017 New Year's Resolutions

Now you've probably heard of the usual New Year’s Resolutions; lose weight, spend less money, eat healthier, etc. But I think we can all agree that those are lame. Instead, I've compiled a list of better resolutions for your average teenager. The Good Thing Notebook Get a plain covered notebook with a good...

Saturday, December 31, 2016

Wednesday, December 28, 2016

Idioms From An Idiot

Many expressions in the English language are baffling. People say one thing when they mean something else, completely unrelated. However, do not fret. I, the Master of All Knowledgeable Things Ever, shall explain to you the meanings to commonly misunderstood...