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DECEMBER
CONTENTS
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Winter Opinion by Gisselle Garcia and Caroline Torres
Worst Gifts + Gift Ideas by Jacob Kim and Valeria Wang
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Q&A with Kelsey Brennan by Caroline
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Operation Christmas Child by Becky
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Teacher’s Favorite Christmas Recipes by Helen Khuu
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DIY Christmas Decor by Tatiana Romero
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Damaris Osuna
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Which Christmas Character Are You? by Marlene Fierros
Must Watch Christmas Movies by
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
DECEMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
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BAND HOLIDAY CONCERT
8TH GRADE VISITATION
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CRAM FEST
WHEN: 6-9 PM WHERE: Hacienda Heights Community Center
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Jostens at lunch
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Renaissance Rally
National Art Honor Society
WHEN:5-8 PM WHERE: Hacienda
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WHEN: 6-9 PM WHERE: Hacienda Heights Community Center
STAFF
Magazine Editor: Valeria Wang Design: Marlene Fierros Gisselle Garcia Hillary Hermawan Christopher Juarez Photography: Alina Avalos Jacob Kim
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Jailene Michel Connie Pung Giovanna Vasquez
Melissa Montes Melisa Rybaltowski
WINTER BREAK STARTS
WHEN: December 19- January 5
JV Conqueror Classic Boys’ Basketball Tournament WHEN: 3-9 PM WHERE: Gym
WHEN: 3-5 PM WHERE: A-6
Band Holiday Concert
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Girls’ Varsity Water Polo Tournament WHEN: 1:30-8 PM
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FINALS
WHEN: 9-12 AM
FROM THE EDITOR Dear Conquerors, Once again, welcome to the December edition of A LA Mode. I hope you will enjoy the many DIYs, recipes, and articles this magazine has to offer. Though it may not seem like it, the magazine you currently hold has taken months of hard work. The magazine staff and I hope that the work you see reflects just this. With this edition, we wanted to have a standardized style and still maintain the look of a high school magazine. Our theme color, red, reflects not only our school but also the festivities that come with December. Of course, this magazine would not have been possible without Ms. Guzman, Mrs. McReynolds, and the entire journalism staff. Lastly, I wish you all the best of luck on your finals. Happy holidays! - Valeria Wang
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SUNNY WINTER WONDERLAND By Gisselle Garcia
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child sits on his fluffy couch, hot chocolate in hand, “I think watching the yearly Christmas special. He has dreamt the sun is a of a snow day every day for a week, and now he can comfort to hardly hold in his excitement. The holidays are coming! Suddenly, the child hears shouts of happiness outside. see during Could it be? His eyes widen, his little legs run toward the window, the winter.” and his hands shake with excitement as he moves the curtains aside to reveal…rain. What happened? Well, excluding a few small -Shelsea Garcia, areas, it just doesn’t snow in California. However, that doesn’t stop us sophomore Californians from dreaming about a beautiful snow day. Junior Sharon Regalado enjoys experiencing Christmas-y “As long weather, “I like snowy weather because I prefer darker weather and as it’s being cold. I also like being able to throw on sweaters and blankets possible to while enjoying a hot cup of cocoa.” Sophomore Alex Xochicale go outside, dreams of the outside fun that a snow day can provide, “I have never been in snow before. I think I would have lots of fun in it.” Californian Although a snow day sounds like a magical addition to the long- weather is awaited winter break, some believe that Californian weather is the best great!” kind of weather. Sophomore Shelsea Garcia says with a smile, “I really - David Perez, love the winter weather here in California. I like that it’s cold enough to enjoy hot chocolate and that it’s warm enough to go outside.” To sophomore some, the winter weather doesn’t get in the way of a good time. Junior Brian Mariscal wisely says, “I think it’s alright that it doesn’t snow here in California. After all, we can’t control the weather. Other places are extremely cold, and I think our winter weather is comfortable.” Sophomore David Perez says, “I don’t really mind the weather. Either way, I know my holiday will be a great one!”
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EDITORIAL
What’s This Winter You Speak Of? Caroline Torres
Once, many years ago, Southern California experienced something I’ve never seen since: a wet winter. I remember sitting on the floor of my garage, bundled in my weight in blankets. I opened the door just a bit, so that I could see out and watch the rain pounding onto the pavement and the water gathering and pouring in rivers into the storm drains. Since then I’ve occasionally found myself doubting the validity of that memory. A storm like that in Hacienda Heights? I must have just been remembering a movie or a dream. With my only true memory of winter weather questionable in origin, the truth of the matter became undeniable: I don’t know the true meaning of the word “winter”, and chances are, neither do you. To be fair, I don’t think I really want to. Consider this: in Southern California, the difference between the average temperature in August and the average temperature in January is just 16˚F. Compare that to the average difference between the two months in the United States as a whole, which is more than 40˚F. While I take the opportunity that weather below 70˚presents to bundle up with layers and a not-so-fashionable beanie, my cousins waltz about in t-shirts and shorts. It’s laughable how ill-suited I, and many other Californians, are to the cold. This year, El Niño is expected to descend upon us unsuspecting beachgoers and sunbathers, and it’s going to be rough. El Niño will force a taste of real winter upon us, whether we want it or not. A weather phenomenon that will bring much-needed rain to our drought-ridden state, the season-long storm is much anticipated, but will we really be ready for it? Southern Californians are notorious for their inability to cope with rain. In San Gabriel Valley, our rollicking hills and roads are ill-suited for rain; mudslides and car wrecks abound with even the slightest trickle. A silver lining does exist though. At least now I won’t feel totally ridiculous when I find myself wearing my weight in layers.
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Q&A
KELSEY BRENNAN INTERVIEW BY CAROLINE TORRES
What made you want to be a teacher?
You graduated from La Habra High School, and your former high school had offered you a teaching position. But you came here instead. Why did you make that choice?
My mom’s a teacher, so I feel like I grew up in a classroom. I always wanted to be a teacher. I’ve been dancing since I was three. I stopped dancing for maybe half a year when I was around twenty, and I missed it so much I knew that if I didn’t have that in some aspect of my life I wouldn’t feel whole. Combining my love for teaching with my passion seemed natural.
When did your love of dancing really click for you? Ever since I was three I’ve been in dance class, and it wasn’t because my mom and dad put me in dance class. It was because I loved it. When I was in junior high I played club soccer, and I was asked to be on the competitive dance team at my studio, and my parents made me choose. Choosing was easy. Dance was what I loved; it let me express myself. I’m not one that can express myself verbally very well, so my emotions come out when I dance. I just knew that if I wasn’t dancing I wouldn’t be happy.
Is there a dance style that’s easiest to express yourself in? I’d think contemporary or lyrical is where you really express your emotions and get
Dance was what I loved; it let those emotions out and portray the most me express myself. I’m not hurt or happiness. one that can express myself Personally my verbally very well, so my favorite style is tap, because it’s so fun emotions come out when I and it’s so fast and dance. intricate, but if I felt really emotional or really wanted to get a message What was your first impression of Los Altos? out, it would be through contemporary dance. First of all, the students are What are you teaching right kind and respectful and they now? try hard. There’s passion; they Right now I’m doing a jazz want to be here. They want unit and I’d love to do a ballet to learn about this, and being unit. I know people think it’s with students that want to be boring but it’s where you get here makes me inspired. The all your technique from. dance and cheer team are Any long-term plans for the such hard workers, it’s crazy! The work ethic here is great. dance program? The faculty has been so nice. They’ve come and introduced I plan on developing the themselves, emailed me, and different levels of dance over asked if I had any questions. the next couple of years.
I could have said yes to La Habra. But I don’t think that by staying there I would have learned anything. I would have just been comfortable. I was ready for something new. I’m not one for staying in my comfort zone, since you don’t grow or learn anything new that way. Coming here to Los Altos was scary and new. I didn’t know any students or teachers, but I think it’s the only way I can grow as a teacher.
Is that philosophy of learning by stepping out of your comfort zone reflected in your teaching? Absolutely. That’s why I want, even though they may be reluctant, to introduce [my students] to different styles. I don’t know what they’ve been introduced to, but if you want to be in dance, and you want to get better, you have to do different things, because you won’t grow otherwise.
Ms. Brennan teaches dance courses in Room A-8.
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DROP OF THE DISCO BALL
By Nadine Barragan
“To be nicer to people, not give my parents so much attitude, give then more respect, and not talking back. I’m going to accomplish them by trying to keep my temper down and work on my tone and how I react toward my parents.” Alexis Perex, junior
Three, two, one! Thus starts the beginning of a brand new year. A popular trend for personal health and wellbeing continues to thrive when speaking with students and staff about their New Year’s resolutions.
“I plan on being a better father and better coach. Also to have more patience with my kids and with my players. I feel that I need to be a better person and by accomplishing those things they will fall into place. I also want to set a healthy example for my softball girls and students by continuing to work out and watch what I eat. To make it happen that means no fast food and also running with my softball girls.”
“I want to learn how to drive. In the new year, I also hope I get into Cal State Fullerton.” Erick Murillo, senior Ignacio Hernandez, softball coach and sports medicine
WAYS TO KEEP YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION Taken from Myers’ Psychology for AP
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State your goal(s).
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Monitor your desired behavior. Keep a chart or some kind of record of your daily success.
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Gradually decrease reward as time goes on.
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Whether it is sleeping in all day, hanging out with friends, or eating lots of food, winter break allows students the freedom to have fun without the stress of school the next day. As winter break comes closer, chatter arises amongst the students about their plans for the anticipated break. Some are going out of town, while others plan to have a “staycation.” At home, or far away, one can make their break
WINTER
VACATION By Laura Perez
a memorable one. No matter how a person may spend it, all that matters is that they enjoy the two weeks free of school.
Getting away may be the perfect way to enjoy the break. Senior Ashley Lozano plans to head north for the winter. “I’m planning to go to Sacramento to spend time with my dad,” mentions Lozano.
Not as far off, senior Amber Marchand describes her plans, “I’m probably going to Mt. Baldy since I go there every year.” Marchand adds, “I’m excited to see snow. We never get any snow in Hacienda Heights.”
Sophomore Shelsea Garcia has a busy schedule for her break. Garcia explains, “Part of my winter break will be spent at Circus Circus in Las Vegas. Then I’m going to the mountains to go sledding. To top it all off, I’m going touring in Hollywood and then to Disneyland.”
Although some stay close to home, they still take advantage of the break. Senior Araceli Herrera says, “I’m going to Universal Studios with my brother and his girlfriend. My family hosts many family gatherings, so I’ll be spending a lot of time with my family.”
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CODE NAME: OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD By Becky Nava
Since 2008 Los Altos has participated in Operation Christmas Child, a program dedicated to giving underprivileged children from all over the world shoe boxes packed with Christmas gifts. The goal is to fill a shoebox with small gifts and send them out globally in the hopes of making a child’s day. CONQUERORS FOR CHRIST PRESIDENT: IRENE CHIA Why did you decide to collaborate with Samaritan’s Purse? We wanted to help share the joy of packing Christmas presents while also allowing people to participate in changing a child’s life. How many boxes were donated this year? We raised a total of 196 boxes this year! Where do the boxes go? The boxes fly all over the world. Last year, many boxes traveled to the Phillippines due to the natural disasters that took place. Samaritan’s Purse also once had to find camel transportation in order to bring these presents to kids. Oftentimes, boxes are delivered to places that do not have running water or accessible electricity. Other places include orphanages and shelter homes.
WHERE WILL YOUR BOX END UP? Mrs. Campbell writes the student’s fourth period teacher to ensure the class receives a chance for the pizza party prize.
During lunch, senior Isis Ouzounian invites fellow students to participate in the Operation Christmas Child event.
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WINTER FASHION
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By Jailene Michel
t is time for drinking hot chocolate, watching movies, and snuggling up in a warm blanket. Winter is here and what better way to show how you feel about it then through your style. Ivory, cocoa, camel, olive green, and charcoal are few of the many colors one will see speckled about our campus this winter season. Among our Conquerors, neutral tones seem to be the trend. Personality is seen through the way you dress, so make sure you make the best of every outfit. Your personality you have determines the right style. Many people have many different ways to shop for their clothes. Kaylee Zuniga, junior, remarks, “When I pick out my outfits I usually like to choose something pink. I’m a major girly girl, and sparkles are my best friend when choosing an outfit. I typically go to Forever 21, H&M, and sometimes Goodwill to buy my clothes and accessories.” Alan Macias, junior, states, “When I go shopping for clothes, I usually research online first so that I know what I would like to get when I go to the actual store. I usually go for more classy or more preppy clothes. I shop mainly at Macy’s, since they offer many of my favorite brands, but I also shop at Nordstrom Rack and Zara.” For most people, it’s very hard to choose an outfit in the mornings, especially if you are in a rush. Make sure to plan all of your outfits the night before, that way you wont have any trouble in the mornings. Lastly, be sure to start gathering all those scarves, gloves, hoodies, boots, and much more for winter 2014!
Ivory
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CONQUEROR FASHION
Maya Castillo and Samantha Ortiz
Tanya Metchkoff and Emily Nazaroff
Naomi Cortes and Natalie Batista
Yuto Usui, Anthony Hua, and Jason Wu
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Are you in a holiday cooking rut? Do you find yourself bored with the same traditional dishes? Why don’t you spice up your holiday palette with recipes from your teachers. From shakes to cupcakes try some teachers’ holiday treats.
Mrs. Gilbert’s Shortbread Cookies “They’re melt in your mouth cookies. My mom use to make tins and tins of these cookies to give.”
Ingredients • 1/2 cup icing sugar • 1 cup flour • 3/4 cup butter • 1/2 cup cornstarch • Pinch of salt Directions 1. Work dough with hands 2. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes
Mrs. Kim’s Chocolate Cupcakes with Peppermint Frosting Ingredients CAKE: • 2 sticks (1 Cup) salted butter, softened • 4 tablespoons (heaping) cocoa powder • 1 cup boiling water • 2 cups All-purpose flour • 2 cups sugar • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/2 cup buttermilk (or whole milk mixed with 2 tablespoons white vinegar) • 2 whole eggs • 1 teaspoon vanilla • 1 teaspoon baking soda FROSTING: • 2 sticks (1 Cup) aalted butter, softened • 5 cups powdered sugar, sifted • 40 whole peppermint candies, crushed very fine • 3 tablespoons heavy cream, more if needed (use 3-5)
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Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 36 muffin tins with paper liners. 2. To make the cake, melt 2 sticks butter and stir in cocoa. Pour in boiling water, stir to combine, allow to boil for 15 seconds, then remove from heat and set aside. 3. In a separate bowl, stir together flour, sugar, and salt. Set aside. 4. In a separate small bowl, mix together buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and baking soda. 5. Pour the chocolate mixture over the flour mixture and stir until halfway combined. 6. Pour in the egg mixture and stir until the batter comes together. 7. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full and bake for 18 minutes, or until set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. 8. To make the frosting, beat the butter to get it started, then add in the powdered sugar. Beat on low while adding the cream. When it comes together, add the crushed peppermints , reserving some for garnish. Beat the frosting for a good 30 seconds on high until it’s light and fluffy, longer if needed. 9.Frost the cupcakes however you want, then sprinkle on more crushed peppermints. Note that the frosting will develop a light “crust” on the outside if left out.
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SUGAR, SPICE, AND EVERYTHING NICE
By Helen Khuu
Mr. Schmus’ Super Awesome Healthy Fajitas “ People come from miles around for Friday night fajitas at the Schmus home.” home.
Ingredients • Chicken breast or steak cut into strips • 1 brown onion, sliced • 3 zucchini squash, cut into strips • 1 large red/orange/ yellow bell pepper, sliced • 1 handful of shredded carrots • 1 cup of frozen corn • 4 cloves of garlic, crushed • Lime wedges • Tajin, salt, pepper
Directions 1. Sauté the onion, zucchini, bell pepper, and meat together on medium/high heat. 2. Flavor generously with tajin, salt, and pepper. 3. After approximately 5 minutes, add the shredded carrots and corn. 4. After approximately 5 more minutes, add the garlic. Mix the garlic for about 30 seconds and serve with warm tortillas and lime. 5. Times and quantities are approximate. Experiment with what you like.
Mr. Hedell ’s Wake Up Raw Vegan Shake Ingredients • 1 cup almonds • 4 cups spring water • 6 heaping tablespoons of Vitamineral Green Powder • 4 tablespoons Macu Powder • 4 tablespoons Cacao Powder • 2 scoops Vegan Powder • 2 tablespoons cinnamon • 2 cups of frozen organic fruit
“I’ve spent three years experimenting with making the perfect shake. These ingredients boost my energy and give me a heightened sense of well-being. I start my day consciously in every way possible in order to have a vibrant existence moment by moment.”
Directions BLEND AWAY!
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CHIC SNOW GLOBE By Tatiana Romero Snow globes originated from France where they gained popularity among the remainder of European nations in the early nineteenth century and eventually moved to the United States where it got its association with Christmas. In inspiration of its European heritage, this elegant twist on a snow globe will have you putting them all around your house and using up all of your jars. Also very affordable and easy to make, the jar is made of materials that are probably lying around your house or inside a box of old Christmas decorations.
Here’s how you make this exquisite piece: MATERIALS
1. Mason jar
2. Mini Christmas figurines 3. Fake snow/ cotton balls 4. Glue (Hot glue, super glue)
GET CREATIVE WITH YOUR GIFT GIVING!
5. Decorations
STEPS 1. Clean out jar thoroughly 2. Remove cap and glue figurines and decorations without obstructing the closure of the jar 3. Glue closure and put the cap back on 4. Decorate the outside to fit your preference
Place your ďŹ nished snow globe in your room for a Christmas touch. You can also tie a ribbon around the top and give to family or friends for a cute, affordable, and thoughtful Christmas present.
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FA- LA-LA FILMS Romantic
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Comedy
Fantasy
Christmas movies that make you want to go out and buy onesies For those who just can’t decide which one is worth allotting precious time for, here are must see Christmas movies, straight from people all around Los Altos who are just as excited for Christmas as you are.
For a Christmas full of Love Love Actually (2003)
For those heartfelt romantics, Stacy Delgadillo, junior, proposes “Love Actually” because “it’s really sweet to watch.”
For a Christmas full of Magic It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
One movie that Abby Clark, junior, just cannot miss during the holidays is the classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” She says, “It just really makes you cry.”
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
A true Christmas movie fanatic, Tina Banes, administration, finds this movie to be a personal favorite for the Christmas time. She comments,“I like the old movies. You may not believe in the religious or the miracle part of it but it’s the little girl that believes in it while the adults just focus on the decorations. The little girl sees the twinkle of Christmas.”
For a Christmas full of Laughter Elf (2003)
Sean Kane, science, recommends the movie “Elf” (2003) since “it is absolutely hilarious and anybody can relate to them.” Sophomore, Ray Steward, agrees with him commenting, “Spaghetti with syrup is actually really good.”
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Freshman, Victoria Rodriguez, nominates “The Nightmare before Christmas” as a great option, commenting, “I like Jack Skellington and the animation of the whole movie.” Decemember 2014
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STARBUCK’S HOLIDAY DRINKS By Connie Pung
Wintertime signifies coats, snow, Christmas‌and Starbucks holiday cups! The ever so famous red cups are back at Starbucks. Coffee lovers can rejoice in not only beautiful drinking ware but also new flavored drinks.
Chestnut Praline Latte
A mix of flavors between caramelized chestnuts and spiced pralines in expresso and milk.
Caramel Brulee Latte The caramel flavor we know and love made into a brulee with expresso and milk.
BONUS
DIY Peppermint Mocha Frappucino MATERIALS 1. 6-7 coffee ice cubes 2. 4 tablespoons sugar (or to taste) 3. 1/8 cup chocolate syrup 4. 1 tablespoon peppermint syrup 5. 1 cup prepared powdered milk or regular milk
Peppermint Mocha A kick of pepperment with the classic mocha flavored syrup with expresso and milk.
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Blend all ingredients together in your blender. Top with a generous amount of whipped cream and chocolate shavings. ENJOY!
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Which Christmas Character Are YOU? 1. The one word that best describes you is...
2. Your favorite snack is…
(a) happy
(a) Milk and cookies
(b) hardworking (c) persevering
(b) Sweets, puddings, chocolates and sugary treats
(a) a red sweater, a matching red hat, and black shoes. (b) a green shirt, black pants, and brown shoes.
(d) grouchy
(c) Carrots and apples
(c) a soft brown sweater
(d) Mushrooms
(d) a fuzzy green sweater
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Have you finished the quiz? Look to the right to see which christmas character you most identify with!
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3. Your outfit wouldn’t be complete without…
4. If you could have any super power, it would have to be… (a) the ability to travel around the world in one night (b) the ability to create (c) the ability to fly (d) the ability to stop time
Mostly ‘A’ is most like Santa Claus Mostly ‘B’ is most like Santa’s Elves Mostly ‘C’ is most like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Mostly ‘D’ is most like the Grinch
DIFFERENCE?
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teneleventwelve the merriest months of the year!
CHEERS
tenfive cowgirls, four cats, three witches, two Wednesday Addams, one rock star each awaiting to feel alive by encountering the dead. A-haunting we shall go until the clock strikes midnight cuing merrier minions, green jackets and Docs all around.
elevenDeck the halls with gratitude festivities. They align in a line- that is boys’ football, water polo, and cross country teams. Why would you say no to turkey? Why would you say no at all during this season of giving? twelveWrapped up under the tree, gadgets and gizmos and who it is we’re after Dim those Christmas lights… Cheers.
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