The Daily Aztec - Vol. 95, Issue 35

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Vol. 95, Issue 36

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I N S I D E T O D AY SPORTS

Police investigate sex crime

SENIOR LEADER Courtney Lamphier has battled to make an impact with the Aztecs this season. page 2

FOOD & DRINK

SPICE IT UP Trade in your boring, unhealthy Caesar salad for a colorful and tasty plate of greens. page 3

TEMPO

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The recent sexual assault marks SDSU Police Department’s fifth reported incident of the year, which is less than half of last year’s reported incidents, according to SDSU police.

LIVE & DANGEROUS Read a review of three recent concerts that took place in San Diego last week. page 5

TODAY @ SDSU Hugh C. Hyde Living Writers Series 7 p.m., SDSU Library, Room LL430 Author Charles Brashear will present a reading. The former SDSU professor, who retired in 1992, has published 22 books.

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A San Diego State female student reported to the SDSU Police Department that she was forced to the ground, sexually assaulted and had a liquid poured in her mouth by a group of six males at around 1:10 a.m. on Oct. 18. The incident occurred in the dirt lot behind the Aztec Corner apartments located at the 5500 block of Montezuma Road.

“It was an unknown liquid and after that at some point she lost consciousness,” Lt. Lamine Secka said. “We don’t know if it was due to the liquid or not.”

When she gained consciousness, the female found herself in the lot with all her belongings and immediately reported the incident to the SDSU Police Department.

The female reported she had been out with a group of friends that night and was approached by the six males after she was separated from her group, according to Secka. She described the men as black, college-aged males wearing baseball hats.

“Supposedly she may have seen up to three of them earlier in the evening, but … they’re not acquaintances of hers,” Secka said.

The female told SDSU police she recognized some of the men from a brief encounter earlier that night ,when the men drove by the Fraternity Row area while she was walking with her friends.

Secka said no witnesses have come forward and the police are still investigating the incident.

A total of five sexual offenses, including rape incidents, have been reported to the SDSU police since January of this year, accord-

ing to Secka. This number is a decrease from the 14 incidents reported last year on the SDSU Police Department’s crime statistics Web site.

BrieAnna Gomez, a media studies senior, said she is concerned and frightened by the recent sexual assault incidents that have been occurring on campus.

“To be honest, it’s kind of alarming to me,” Gomez said.

Gomez, who used to live on 55th Street near the College View apartments, said she felt safe when she was living there, but now wonders where the security needed to protect everyone, including women, went.

Gomez said she doesn’t feel safe nor comfortable when she’s on campus late in the evening, especially when she has to take the trolley. The situation makes her nervous, she said.

“I try and stay in the more lit areas on campus and just try and find other people who are going to the trolley, who look … like they’re in the same boat as I am,” she said.

“I know we have the security buttons and numbers to call but I think if anything were to actually happen in that time or moment of assault (or) attack it’s hard to have those (accessible to you).”

Secka advises students to be careful and aware of their surroundings. The best way to prevent any such incidents from happening is to limit the opportunities, he said.

“If you want to go out, go with friends, stay in large groups, don’t leave people behind, don’t go home with people you’ve just met,” Secka said. “And if you’re out and about at night, use the well-lit pathways and things like that and try to avoid walking down alleys.”

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A S H L E Y M O RG A N CONTRIBUTOR

Those with an inkling of interest in journalism, media studies or communications will have a chance tonight to get up close and personal with real world professionals in those fields.

The Friends of Journalism & Media Studies Alumni Chapter is hosting its second annual “Pros Come Home” event, intended to bring San Diego State alumni together with current students to share their experiences.

“We want the SDSU students to get ahead on the competition, which there is a hell of a lot of, and this (event) is one way we can help them because it gives an opportunity to talk to people in the field, know what’s going on and give them a dose of reality, because we are experts and are from a wide range of professions,” one of the Friends of

Journalism & Media Studies founders, J.W. August, said.

The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at SDSU’s new Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center located on 55th Street.

G a y l e Fa l ke n t h a l , a n o t h e r founder and board member, said because of the success of last year’s event, the alumni chapter is looking to add a new twist to enhance the event’s effectiveness.

“At one of our first meetings, I don’t know how we got on the subject of speed dating but we did, and we thought, well, why can’t we do speed mentoring?” Falkenthal said.

“Because that would give people at the event direct access to a number of professionals, and if maybe someone isn’t really sure what each field has to offer, we’ll have people all over the room engaging in smaller groups of different aspects of communications.”

The event will include testimonies from Cliff Albert, program director for AM 600 KOGO radio;

August, managing editor for KGTV 10 News; Salvador Rivera, one of the chapter’s newest members and communications and media relations manager for Sycuan Casino and the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation and others. After, there will be break out sessions for one-on-one time with the professionals.

“I hope my trials and tribulations can help someone else and maybe they can learn from my mistakes,” Rivera said. “I always found that I had learned quite a bit from people who had done it for a long time, so if a student wants to grow and get into this field it certainly wouldn’t hurt to hear it from people who have done it.”

Falkenthal said this event is not just for those majoring in journalism and related fields.

“The way that the business is changing and the need for people to be well-informed on a lot of subjects, I would love to see other majors who might be interested in the communications field,” Falkenthal said. “If

you’re a political science major, you’re an economics major, you’re a business major, we need to talk about all of those subjects too as communicators, and we would love to see anybody.”

August, an SDSU alumnus, said that since the founding of this organization at McDonald’s on Montezuma Road around the same time as the accreditation of the current Journalism and Media Studies department, one goal has been to give back and help students.

“It’s old but true, knowledge is power, and an opportunity to get this for free and be exposed to somebody that’s in the profession you want to be in, well I think you’re pretty stupid if you don’t,” August said. “Like most of those who have to fight and scratch to get that first job and work hard to stay in the business, then this is a pretty good way to spend a couple hours of your life.”

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ICE HOCKEY

Getting to know: Phillip Wong

Hard work pays off for former walk-on B E AU B E A R D E N S E N I O R S TA F F W R I T E R

It happened more than three years ago, but it is something that Courtney Lamphier will always remember. It was the day that the senior defensive specialist’s career on the San Diego State volleyball team began.

Then-head coach Mark Warner had just let the walk-on freshman know that she had made it.

But it didn’t quite sink in until she called her brother.

“Court, you’re a Division I athlete!” he told her.

Lamphier had succeeded in making the SDSU squad, but it appeared she would have to redshirt in 2006. Not only were the Aztecs returning an all-Mountain West Conference selection in junior defensive specialist Aime Cordeiro, but SDSU also had sophomore defensive specialist Michelle Ferrer among others on the depth chart.

“Coming in as a walk-on freshman, I knew that there were a lot of great defensive players ahead of me,” Lamphier said. “I had always been a setter in high school and switched to libero / defensive specialist my senior season of club volleyball, so I took that redshirt year to really improve on my serve receive and defensive skills.”

But when the 2007 season started, Cordeiro and Ferrer once again looked to split most of the time at the defensive specialist position. Lamphier admitted it was a tough year for her because she wasn’t able to travel with the team until later in the season.

She did play in six matches, though, and traveled with the Aztecs to the MWC tournament, where she had three digs in two sets against Colorado State.

“It was the first time I really got to experience Division I volleyball,” Lamphier said. “It was the last year there was a conference tournament, so I’m glad I could experience that.”

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Lamphier played in twice as many matches last season, but it was still hard sitting on the sideline. Ferrer was getting most of the playing time and freshman defensive specialist Courtney Miller was also in the mix.

But Lamphier kept working hard and notched a career-high 10 digs when SDSU traveled to Wyoming on Nov. 15 last year.

“I just had to be patient and wait for the coaches to give me an opportunity to be on the court,” Lamphier said. “And I had to make sure I did a good job once I was given that chance.”

This season, Lamphier has played in 19 of the Aztecs’ 20 matches and has 93 digs on the year.

She will surely be depended on when SDSU (10-10, 4-5 in MWC play) faces TCU at 7 p.m. tomorrow in Peterson Gym. The Horned Frogs (19-5, 8-2 in MWC play) have won their last four matches in straight sets and are currently in second place behind Colorado State in the MWC standings.

“TCU was a tough loss on the road and we’re definitely looking for some revenge on Thursday,” Lamphier said. “I think the biggest improvement we can make is our serve and pass game. If we can serve tougher, we can really get them out of rhythm and if we can be more solid on servereceive we’ll have a better ability to run our offense. It’s the Breast Cancer Awareness ‘Pink’ game, so it’s going to be a fun night.”

AT A GLANCE

Nicholas Santiago / Staff Photographer

SDSU ice hockey center Phillip Wong has made a sizeable impact during his time playing for the Aztecs.

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WHY TO WATCH: The Aztecs will look to pick up their fifth consecutive victory when they face TCU.

Name: Phillip Wong Position: Center Number: 89 Height/Weight: 5-4 / 135 lbs Class: Senior High School: Lynbrook High School Hometown: San Jose How he fits Phillip Wong contributes to San Diego State hockey with a no-fear attitude. He acts as the current club president and plays a physical game as a grinder.

“I like to get dirty in the corners, take and receive big hits,” Wong said. “To me no team or player is intimidating.”

Best tool Wong does a great job of applying pressure offensively and defensively. His tenacity and speed serve as his strengths as a player.

“I actually think being small and fast makes it harder for bigger players to play against

BEHIND THE NUMBERS

me,” Wong said. “Players don’t expect me to hit them.”

Indeed, Wong lacks the physical size thought to be necessary to play college hockey — 5 feet 4 inches and 135 pounds sounds like a punching bag for many hockey players.

Some opponents find themselves secondguessing that assumption once Wong catches them with a big hit.

“Most of the time I’m able to get my head up and surprise them with a big hit of my own,” Wong said.

Wong understands the nuances of hockey.

His ability to sense momentum and spirit within a hockey game is an underrated characteristic. He skates with a purpose and never takes a shift off. Wong has a skill for finding ways to inspire his teammates through action.

Something you don’t know Wong graduated from the California Culinary Academy of San Francisco, receiving a degree from the Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program.

Quotable “I became the team president so the coaches wouldn’t cut me,” Wong said.

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Sets played by senior defensive specialist Courtney Lamphier

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SDSU senior defensive specialist Courtney Lamphier celebrates with teammates after scoring a point.

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FOOD & DRINK

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Essentials to keep salads healthy and tasty Ways to spice up a salad while keeping the calorie content to a minimum AN D R E A M O RA CONTRIBUTOR

Skip the bacon bits and put down the Caesar dressing, salads can be chock-full of nutrients, vitamins and protein if prepared the right way.

They are great low-calorie meal options for those craving something fresh and tasty that also contain many health benefits. Use some creative ingredients to mix in with the greens for a healthier, tastier salad.

Go green Start with the basics: lots of green romaine, spinach or iceberg lettuce leaves. Romaine is an excellent source of vitamin A, which helps improve and maintain good vision, healthy skin and a strong immune system. It also has vitamin C, which is essential to fighting against diseases. Spinach is rich in vitamin K, which strengthens bones and helps prevent osteoporosis and arthritis.

Nicholas Santiago / Staff Photographer

Meat in the middle Next? Toss in some meat. But skip the fried stuff. Fried foods are loaded with calories and have no nutritional value. Instead, try grilled, steamed or roasted chicken breast or turkey.

Both are great sources of protein and vitamin B, which supports the production of red blood cells and eases nervousness and fatigue. For seasoning try lemon or pepper but go easy on the salt.

Seafood lovers who add tuna, salmon, shrimp or any other type of fish to their salads are also getting a larger serving of omega-3 fatty acids.

These foods are good for treating brittle nails and dry hair because it increases blood circulation. This nutrient also fights against cardiovascular disease, depression and asthma.

Loading a salad with dressing and pasta detracts from the purpose of a healthy, low-calorie meal. Choose the best vegetables and protein to complete a nutritious choice.

It’s good to be fruity Make sure to add fruits, nuts and more veggies to the mix. Dried fruits such as cranberries, pineapple, oranges and mangos add a sweet flavor to any salad. Pineapples and cranberries are an excellent source of manganese, essential in aiding enzymes to produce energy and maintain antioxidant defenses. Also try dried prunes, which are high in fiber and help regulate the digestive system.

Chopped red bell peppers, tomatoes and avocados make for a more colorful and flavorful salad. Juicy tomatoes are known for their carotenoid lycopene, which wards off ultraviolet damage from excess sun exposure and lowers the risk of skin cancer. Bell peppers offer

more than twice the amount of vitamin C than in oranges. Avocados contain potassium, a mineral that helps regulate blood pressure according to www.whfoods.org.

Diced walnuts, almonds and sunflower seeds are packed with vitamins and are great alternatives to croutons. Almonds and sunflower seeds are also rich in manganese and vitamin E, which helps protect skin against ultraviolet rays. Walnuts are a lowercalorie option and one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

Vegetables such as carrots, corn and black beans also make for great toppings.

Crunchy carrots are the richest in vitamin A and are great for improving eyesight. Black beans and corn are a good source of the

vitamin B nutrient thiamine. Not getting enough of this vitamin could lead to a loss of appetite and muscle weakness.

Dress it up a little To top it all off, drizzle fat-free Italian dressing on the salad. At 35 calories per serving, it is a great alternative to Caesar or ranch dressing, which can add more than 200 calories to any salad. Skip thick, creamy dressings and opt for a lighter option such as berry balsamic vinaigrette or plain vinegar.

Colorful and unique variations of the traditional salad can make for stronger bones and a stronger immune system. Salad ingredients used today could have long-lasting health benefits tomorrow.

Getting to the uncooked truth of raw food F R A N C I S R . DE L A C R U Z CONTRIBUTOR

Raw foodists rave about the health benefits of going raw, but not all can stomach the idea of an uncooked meal. Love to eat uncooked fish, rare steak and drink unpasteurized milk?

People who have no problem eating such

foods may be better suited for the lifestyle than others. No matter the preference, raw food diets are becoming increasingly popular among people who are trying to live a healthy lifestyle. But, the raw food diet, also known as “rawism,” is more than just eating sushi or ordering a bloody steak.

Raw foodism is a lifestyle that involves a thorough preparation of meals and takes a bit

of getting used to.

According to www.webmd.com, a raw food diet involves consuming plant foods in their most natural state — uncooked or unprocessed. The Web site suggests that people who consume at least 75 percent fruits and vegetables are considered raw foodists.

In addition, the site states that most adherents of raw foodism are vegans, but there are

some who eat raw poultry.

Practicing a raw food diet is not easy because it involves many steps in preparing meals. Because the diet consists of plants, fruits, vegetables, nuts, sprouts, seeds and seaweeds, the preparation of meals usually involves peeling, chopping, straining or blending. Raw foodists do not use ovens or stoves; instead they substitute with dehydrators, which do not exceed 118 degrees in temperature.

“But, the raw food diet, also known as ‘rawism’ is more than just eating sushi or ordering a bloody steak ... it takes a bit of getting used to.”

Kallie Larsen / Staff Photographer

By eating more than 75 percent of fruits and vegetables, a person is considered a raw foodist. Some extreme raw foodists go as far as eating their poultry uncooked.

According to Dr. Mark Kern, a professor at the School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, there are certain foods that people should be careful about eating. For example, bean sprouts can be harmful if not properly prepared. Kern also added that eating sushi has some dangers as well. It can contain parasites and can be unsafe, especially for people with weak immune systems.

But, there are some things to consider. The human body better absorbs certain nutrients in tomatoes and eggs if cooked and raw food diets require a lot of processing and preparation that can take away nutrients.

Thinking of becoming a raw foodist?

Being content with cutting out well-cooked, hot meals is the first and most difficult rule to abide by.

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LIVE AND DANGEROUS

Rob Thomas makes fans ‘Lonely No More’ Decade-spanning artist reaffirms his legacy during on-campus performance A L L I E D AU G H E R T Y A S S I S TA N T T E M P O E D I T O R

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Even before launching a successful solo career, Thomas maintained a fan-favorite in post-grunge rock band, Matchbox 20, as lead vocalist, guitarist and piano player.

Monsters get folky at Spreckels Theatre Band members include Jim James, Conor Oberst, M. Ward and Mike Mogis OLIVIA J ONES CONTRIBUTOR

Monsters of Folk, now touring the U.S., brings together the talents of Jim James, the singer of My Morning Jacket who also solos as Yim Yames; Conor Oberst, the former frontman of Bright Eyes; Mike Mogis, who was Oberst’s producer / mixer and now joins the group onstage in a very necessary way and M. Ward, who has released solo albums and has been Zooey Deschanel’s music partner in the band She & Him. Despite the fame the group has experienced individually, the whole lot was respectable in sharing the stage and squeezing out its personal best for the good of the group at its concert on Oct. 20 at Spreckels Theatre, which according to James was actually made of sugar.

On stage the four band members were dressed sharply in suits, appearing as though they had recently left work from one of the high-rise buildings nearby.

Acting as a fifth band member, the lighting varied excitedly, paralleling and accentuating the torrent of moods and atmospheres created by the musicians. They performed solos, duets and even traded instruments, shifting their overall roles and styles.

In many of the band’s songs, James’ masterful working of high notes was the epitome of angelic. He took control of the slipping and sliding that might occur in such high notes and pulled his voice through meticulous, devoted turns and “oooohs” as though he was a zephyr coming through a tunnel to caress the audience.

During one song, audience members may have been shocked to see Ward lying on his back strumming his guitar savagely, emitting sexual undertones while James undulated near his legs. The duo played notes that cradled and moved against each other in the same way their bodies were nearing each other with intimate effect.

There was sweet, sweet lovin’ in the notes filling the air as the musician made visual their most adamant efforts. Monsters of Folk gave the audience its best and its soul.

To learn more about Monsters of Folk or to hear some of its music, visit www.myspace.com/monstersoffolk o r www.monstersoffolk.com.

Never has a concert been so “Smooth.” Rob Thomas’ performance last Wednesday night at San Diego State’s Open Air Theatre was just that, giving the crowd something to remember forever.

Opening band OneRepublic started things off well with its blend of casual rock music. Lead singer Ryan Tedder’s range was astounding, as was his ability to entertain.

Brent Kutzle and Zach Filkins on cello and violin, respectively, gave OneRepublic an original sound as well as something new for the audience to see. The group performed its hits “Apologize,” “Stop and Stare” and “Mercy” for the adoring crowd. During the middle of its performance, Tedder told the crowd that SDSU was special to the band because it was the last time it performed “Apologize” before it became a huge hit, which pleased the SDSU affiliates in attendance.

Thomas took the stage with a calm intensity perfect for the mostly middle-aged, female audience. He sang favorites such as “Lonely No More,” “This Is How a Heart Breaks,” “Something to Be” and his latest single “Her Diamonds.” His performance was enhanced by the addition of three backup vocalists who gave extra depth to the music. Thomas was also kind enough to explain the meanings behind some of his songs, including those he wrote about his dog, his mom’s battle with cancer and a night in New York with his wife.

Thomas’ band was very talented, yet wise enough not to overshadow him. The giant screen set as a backdrop gave visual treats with images of falling flower petals, city skyscrapers, geometric shapes and psychedelic colors. Thomas awed the crowd from the first beat to the last with his versatile song selection. The surprise of the night was when he performed his older Santana hit “Smooth” acoustically in the three-song encore, which ended the night on a high note.

For more information on Thomas, visit www.robthomasmusic.com.

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LIVE AND DANGEROUS

Grizzly Bear ends tour with sold-out show

Lindsey Martin / Assistant Photo Editor

The Brooklyn-based psychedelic-folk band, Grizzly Bear, has achieved increasing notoriety and success in the past few years — and even opened for U.K. icon Radiohead.

T I M D R AU T S TA F F W R I T E R

Those who were lucky enough to catch the sold-out show at Belly Up Tavern last Wednesday were able to experience a rare and fulfilling night of live musical bliss.

Contemporary indie pop-folk bands Beach House and Grizzly Bear made magic on the stage, creating a majestic vibe that transferred into the crowd.

The performance was bittersweet, as it marked the end of Grizzly Bear’s U.S. tour with its friends from Beach House. Grizzly Bear will be starting off its European tour in London on Saturday, but unfortunately Beach House will not be taking part.

Opening act Beach House is composed of two members: Alex Scally on guitar and Victoria Legrand on vocals, keyboard and organs; and a percussionist accompanies the band on tour. The band

offered lush, mellow rhythms and dreamy atmospheric melodies that seemed to dance through the air.

Legrand sang beautifully as she played her electric organ while Scally complemented her with his guitar. The group played about 10 songs including “Gila” and “Used to Be,” which Legrand humorously dedicated to menopause.

Grizzly Bear, which consists of Ed Droste on vocals, keyboard and guitar, Daniel Rossen on guitar and vocals, Christopher Bear on percus-

sion and Chris Taylor on bass, clarinet and backup vocals, put forth a warm and lively stage performance.

It opened with “Southern Point,” the first track from its latest album “Veckatimest.” After fixing a small problem with Rossen’s microphone, Grizzly Bear was well on its way, enchanting the wide-eyed, swaying crowd with its rich, flowing melodies and angelic vocal harmonies. With constant instrument changes and vocal contribution from each member, Grizzly Bear’s

live performance provided evidence for the individual musical talents of these four men, as well as their cohesiveness as a solid group.

The band showcased 15 of its best songs, ranging from eerie, mellow numbers from its 2006 breakthrough album “Yellow House” (“Lullabye,” “Knife,” “Colorado”) to some of the heavier, more ambitious songs from “Veckatimest” (“Fine for Now,” “I Live with You.”) Legrand came back on stage during the middle of Grizzly Bear’s set to provide vocals on the popular singles “Two Weeks” and “Slow Life,” a touching duet with Droste featured exclusively on the “New Moon” official movie soundtrack.

This song is performed only when the two bands are together.

Legrand presented Droste with a “bittersweet cupcake” for his birthday as a token of friendship between the performers before the bands parted ways.

After concluding its set with the ecstatically received closers “While You Wait for the Others” and “On a Neck, On a Spit,” Grizzly Bear returned for an encore in which Droste played the recorder for an epic rendition of “Fix It,” one of the band’s first singles from its debut album “Horn of Plenty.”

Even though this was Grizzly Bear’s last U.S. performance of the year, it expressed its excitement in playing its first show in the San Diego area, explaining that it had only gone as far south as Los Angeles in the past. Now, with soldout shows booked in cities all around the world, Grizzly Bear’s fan base continues to grow as more people are introduced to the band’s unique and artistic musical talent.

For more information on Grizzly Bear visit www.grizzlybear.net. For more information on Beach House visit www.beachhousemusic.net. Visit www.bellyup.com for upcoming shows at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach.

Are you an avid movie-watcher, concert-goer, play-observer, bookreader, CD-listener or all of the above? If you answered “yes” to any of these activities, you may want to write for The Daily Aztec’s arts and entertainment section. If you think you have what it takes to contribute to Tempo, email Anya Moberly at tempo@thedailyaztec.com.

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The campground wise woman

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jerked awake at 7:30 a.m. in my sleeping bag. I was in my brother’s camper in San Clemente and, as usual, I was the first one awake after a long night. I was still salty and sandy from our beach adventures the day before.

Day-old mascara had melted onto my cheeks and my hair was threatening to dread and never return to its usual locks.

When I realized I would not be able to sleep any longer or wake anyone else up this early, I walked outside and sat down at a picnic bench surrounded by chaparral. I hunched over in my pajamas and, being a bored young adult, started fiddling with my cell phone, surveying the texting damage from the night before.

Right when I realized I had texted my mother more than seven times around 1 a.m., I heard a voice say, “You look deep in thought.”

My crusted and glazed eyes looked up to see a woman, appearing to be moderately homeless, staring down at me.

She had been staying at the campsite next to ours, and I remember seeing her lurk around in the bushes the night before.

“Well, I mean, I haven’t had any coffee yet, and I usually have by this point in the morning,” I said.

“Oh, I see.” She spoke with

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squinted eyes that stared at my face without blinking.

She started explaining to me with slow words how she likes to drink soda to perk herself up.

Everything she said was paced in a way that made it seem as though she was searching for the precise words to explain to me, in the most poetic manner, how she prefers Pepsi to Mountain Dew. I obliged the conversation, because I knew I had multiple hours to kill before any other bodies started stirring in the camper. She wasn’t a smelly moderately homeless person, and she had gone a decent amount of time without asking me for any monetary favors.

I took a picture of her and her dog in front of some bushes and, before I realized it, her prying eyes led me to another picnic table. She told me about her husband who just died, her daughter who models, her son who works with money and how she tries to help homeless people by giving them any possessions she doesn’t need.

I mentioned multiple belief systems that promote such actions in order to find true happiness. We talked about Buddhism, beat poetry, Allen Ginsberg, LSD, Catholicism, the

Baptist church that kicked her and her dog out three different times, Neil Young and how hard it is to trust people.

She slowly drifted away to get her dog something and I returned to working on my texting, thinking of excuses to make the gibberish I thumbed out last night something to laugh off.

“Here you go,” she said.

This time when I glanced up, the woman held a cup of coffee she had made in her camper. I thanked her as energetically as I could as she poured in all sorts of God-awful non-dairy creamers into the mug.

Then away she went, only to return a half hour later with a stuffed Care Bear with a rattle in its stomach.

“So you can shake it and chant like Allen Ginsberg and remember that people care about you.”

I drove away that day with a hangover and a stuffed Care Bear.

The hangover faded, but I still have this mangy looking stuffed animal on my bed, given to me by some sage, moderately homeless lady who I question even existed.

I still shake it sometimes.

BY LINDA C. BLACK, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (10/28/09) Physical health could be an issue this year, but not if you pay attention to diet and exercise.

Your emotional well-being depends on a practical foundation. Create space for yourself each day.

ARIES (March 21 - April 19) - Today is a 6 Because you're more sensitive to others now, your words have more impact.You don't need power; you need compassion.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20) - Today is a 7 - Communications: very interesting.

Research shows that you have been on the right track all along.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21) - Today is a 7 You've done your research. Now is the time to put it into practice by presenting your ideas to the public.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22) - Today is a 5 Dig deeply into documents to find the data you need.Then, package that information with your audience in mind.

LEO (July 23 - Aug. 22) - Today is a 6 Words are flowing fast and furious, and the work is getting done. Let everyone chat as long as it doesn't get too loud.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) - Today is an 8 -

Today is the day to talk about what you're doing while you're doing it.Tease your partner with words.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) - Today is a 6 There could be a big change today. Be especially choosy with your words. Other people need simple explanations.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) - Today is a 6 - Infuse romance into every activity.You can't ignore it, so you may as well make use of it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) - Today is a 6 - Your thoughts, words and actions turn to love. Pursuit is more than half the fun.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) - Today is a 6 - You ponder a deep question. Do some research.You need more facts to firm up your theory.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) - Today is a 7 - Others do the research for you.Take what they provide and mold it into your own style.

PISCES (Feb. 19 - March 20) - Today is a 7 Whatever you start today is likely to have long-lasting repercussions. Devise a flexible plan. © 2009,TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES INC.

—Patricia B. Dwyer is a journalism junior.

—This column does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Daily Aztec.

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INTIMATE VIBRATIONS Assistant Photo Editor Lindsey Martin shot this intimate performance by Beach House. The band recently opened for Grizzly Bear at the Belly Up Tavern.

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