We often hear the term “self care,” but what is it exactly? Many people perceive self care as a synonymous term to relaxation and indulgence, but it holds much more significance. A necessity to one’s functioning, self care is the…
Author: Wendy Chau
Wood House accommodates flavorful Japanese and Korean cuisine
Scrolling through my Yelp app in hopes of finding a new restaurant to satisfy my savory cravings, I came across a restaurant that had opened a few days ago. With tempting pictures of fulfilling ramen and vibrant sashimi, I decided…
Sam Ly’s Tortoise
I’m not the biggest fan of fluffy or furry animals; I’m more into the scaley, unique terrestrial animals. Tortoises are able to live so long, and they are similar to turtles but on land. I really like turtles but the…
Popcorn recipes
When it comes to making stovetop popcorn, the possibilities of flavors are endless. Purchasing popcorn kernels is like purchasing a blank canvas, ready to be painted with simple ingredients to create exciting, new flavors. Unlike store-bought popcorn, popcorn kernels serve…
LIFT program teaches life skills to special needs alumni
As part of the Learning Independence for Transition (LIFT) program, students aid in the preparation of Grab ‘N’ Go breakfasts in the cafeteria. LIFT is a four-year program designed to promote independence in adult students with disabilities, ages 18 to…
Developing affection through understanding
It was a regular, sunny day at a friend’s quinceañera practice when senior Humberto Rivera decided he wanted to change the year-long friendship into a relationship two years ago. Aware of the feelings he had for senior Summer Macias, he…
Help for addiction
There are a variety of resources to rely on when it comes to seeking assistance for drug addiction. According to the American Psychiatric Association, drug addiction is defined as a brain disease manifested by uncontrollable substance use despite health risks.…
Self-studying for SAT works
Parents and students are being deceived. Tempting private SAT prep institutions that guarantee an improved and high SAT score lure in unsuspecting parents who simply want the best for their child’s future or hopeful students who believe SAT prep may…
Marquez branches out into music
Music has grasped the interest of senior Oscar Nathaniel Marquez since the age of 10, when he acquired a skill in guitar-playing. Since then, music has stuck with him throughout the years as he branched out to learn how to…
Food Review: Singkawang Cafe offers variety of cuisines
Craving a warm dish on a cold afternoon and something new to try, a place that piqued my interest was a cafe that seemed to offer a wide variety of unique dishes. This place was, in fact, Singkawang Cafe– a…