Blog 7

Summertime for me usually means sleeping in until noon, eating as much as my stomach can fit and more and binge-watching TV shows on Netflix until my head hurts. But not this summer - this summer I have a job. 

I'm working at a small real estate company as an intern, which means I'll spend each day from 9 to 5 entering data in a computer and filing papers, maybe even fetching coffee for my boss. Not exactly exciting stuff, but it's a job. 

My first day is next Monday, and I have to say, I'm a little nervous about going, not because I think the work I'll be doing is difficult or anything, but because I don't know anyone there (except for my boss, with whom I've only had one conversation). I'm going to be that awkward new girl in an office full of older people who have all been working together for a while. 

Yeah, I know that I'll get to know everyone and it'll be okay after the first few days, but I'm still really nervous about that first day on the job. But hey, maybe it won't be as bad I'm thinking it will be. Here's hoping for the best.

Blog 8 - Stephen Proler

For the last blog of the school year, I decided to write about what I will be doing over Summer. I recently got a job at a Law Firm where I will be filling in as a ParaLegal and Law assistant. My hours are from 9 to 5:30 for the first four days, and 9 to 12 on Fridays. Yay casual Fridays! I'll be making good pay and it will lead me to opportunities to meet new people and learn new skills. Everyone asks me because I am working at a Law Firm what I want to do when I grow up, but honestly I have no idea. Why should I be rushed to answer a question that some in their late 40's still don't know. Besides the suits and clients, I have my own desk and a view. The most rewarding thing about my job is that I get to experience what others my age don't. I get to go out in the world early. See what its like to be an adult, work in the corporate environment. Hopefully next year, my blog will be my own critique on my Summer. How fun it was and how rewarding everything was.

Blog 8- Extra Credit Victoria Petty

The Day After College Graduation 

The first inhale of sweet, moist, Washington, DC summer morn titillates my senses.  I smile slowly before stirring at all, enjoying each incremental moment of the curling of my lips.  I am so proud, so thankful, so fortunate, and so happy.  The warm sun begs me to lift my eyelids and into focus comes the bursting, brightly colored fanfare of the florals showered upon me by my friends and family.  Lying beside it the colors of honor bestowed upon all of us who went the distance to strive for excellence in all learning and scholarship.  “Thank you,” I humbly utter to so many and i chill runs through me that seems to make my aura emanate a glow.  

I rise and inhale, stretch, exhale and glance towards my alarm’s daily scheduling holograph. “Merci’.  Close, and please prepare la cafe’.  With a full day planned of fun, photos, and cheer, and an early flight out the next morning, I grab my climate controlled running gear and head out to get energized for the future.  At the table by the door, I see the crisp, textured box of business cards and break out in a grin. Unable to hold it in, I mutter another thank you, this time I glow more fully, for--as Howard alumni--we measure how well we build upon our educational opportunities by how much resulting empowerment there is for all.

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Blog 7

Sweet Paris: Foodie Blogger style

Tucked in a side street of Rice Village, Sweet Paris Creperie offers customers a variety of savory and sweet crepes. The place is roomy, with more than 25 tables available throughout the restaurant, plus outdoor seating. Furnished with cutesy, modern décor, ranging from wire-accented crystal chandeliers to brilliant turquoise walls, the restaurant is a quaint French-inspired sidewalk café.

Their menu offers eight options for savory crepes, including some from different cuisines like the Mexican “Chicken Enchilada” and the Italian “Chicken Carbonara,” and each dish coming with a light side salad. In all the dishes, the crepes, which are made to order, are light and fluffy, with flavorful meat or vegetables stuffed inside. Prices range from about seven to nine dollars, which may seem a bit pricey for a crepe, but considering the portion size and the quality, it’s definitely worth it.

As for sweet crepes, Sweet Paris lists several choices on their menu, such as the classic Nutella crepe as well as less traditional recipes like Apple Cinnamon Crème Brûlée and Dulce de Leche. Prices for sweet options are slightly less expensive than the savory ones, ranging from five to eight dollars.

Overall, Sweet Paris Creperie is an excellent restaurant with a quaint ambiance and environment with many options to suit all tastes.

BLOG 7 Victoria Petty

What happened to a time when Memorial Day was about honoring our veterans? How did we regress to Memorial Day being just a summer kickoff and socially acceptable time to begin donning light-colored clothing? This year, I think I have seen more pictures of white outfits and beach vacations than mentions of our veterans.

In the age of social media, we have become very artificial. Instagram is the opportunity to show off your "food porn," "artsy" surroundings, and expensive possessions. Twitter is the perfect avenue to update others on your fabulous life. Facebook the place to brag about your recent college acceptance or any other milestone.

Even getting asked to prom, an intimate moment in every high schoolers' life, is now accompanied by a photographing friend who will immediately post the coveted shot on any and all forms of social media. Of course, these prom pictures will always get at least 100 likes, because how could you not like somebody's prom proposal picture?

This comical series of events are now commonplace, showing how all we care about is the verification that we are beautiful or artistic. But my question is should we view these changes as evolution of social norm or certain doom for the intellectual? 

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Editorial Staff 2013-2014

UPDATED May 30 @ 8:51 am.

The editorial staff of 2013-2014 is as follows:

Editor-in-Chief Paper

Cari Bonilla
Ridge Liu

Elaine Shen

Copy Editor – paper and online

Manlin Yao

Editor-in-Chief Online

Nathan Hiransomboon

Molly Oretsky (sports)

Manlin Yao

News

Michelle Huang

Tonya Chen
Claire Fisher

Features

Sachi Kamble

Jennifer Wang

Entertainment

Maddie Callen

Alison Elberger

Centerpiece

Jason Weilee

Nicolas Aldape

Profiles

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Sports

Laurence Zhang

Zean Liao

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Leslie Cundiff

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Daniela Carlock

Photography Editors

Anna Ngo

Alex Luckey
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Anna Ngo

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Anthea Wilson

BLOG 7 - AMANDA TAYLOR

Houston’s hot spot Rice Village has an abundance of appealing restaurants to offer, but shoppers should definitely stop by one in particular. Instanbul Grill and Deli is a small authentically Turkish restaurant located right off of Rice Boulevard. Hidden away from the more crowded attractions, this restaurant has a traditional feel to it.

Upon first entering, customers will see that the deli is family owned. The cooks, waiters and hostesses all speak to each other in a native tongue, and paintings hang displaying their proud Turkish culture.  Separated into appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, desserts and specialty beverages, the extensive menu may take a while to look over, especially for a first timer. Several unfamiliar Turkish words grace the menu, but luckily a brief description is provided on each item.

The best thing about Instanbul Grill and Deli - everything is perfectly Turkish. No hamburgers or chicken fingers are in sight. This is a strictly kebab, gyro and pile environment. Because the restaurant prides itself on the gyros, I ordered one. The Doner Kebab, which turns out to be a gyro, was delicious. The lamb was cooked perfectly, smoked with Turkish spices. The pita bread was light and the vegetables were grilled to perfection.

Instanbul Grill and Deli may be hard to spot, but once it is, the restaurant is irresistible. A true Turkish experience coupled with a cultural change up. Put this restaurant on the list of recommendations.

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This photo shows office workers helping out in the attendance office. It has a setting that shows what they are doing and there is a small-large balance.

Two friends practice playing guitar together. Their expressions show they are enjoying the music. 

A student government member checks a freshman's ID so she can vote for student government. The important part of the photo is the volunteer checking to make sure all voting goes smoothly. 

Blog 7

The school is a buzz with excitement for the summer. Two weeks left of school and we are all looking forward to those sweet three months of relaxation. Many preparations are being made and most of all the seniors know where they are going to college. Plans for housing, joining sororities/fraternities, and class enrollment are being made. Many final senior events are happening as well such as prom, senior surveys, and the senior breakfast coming up during finals week. All of our eldest students look to the future with a smile as they say their last goodbyes. For the ones of us who are staying well we look to another year at Bellaire High School where we will miss our graduating friends. The summer holds lots of opportunities for volunteering, working, and applying for internships. Of course it also provides time for all os us to kick back and enjoy the golden sun and bright water of our pools and the company of our family and friends. One week remains of studying and then one final week of testing and the last school bell of the year 2012-2013 will ring. AP and IB testing is over which allows students in AP classes to finally relax and stop worrying. The newspaper will come out with one more issue which will be the senior issue which will talk about tips for the future, colleges that will be attended by the class of 2013, and funny stories that happened throughout their time at Bellaire. This is a sweet issue that will provide a good memory after graduation. For the class reunion these will all be laid out as well as the yearbooks. This becomes a nostalgic time of the year as everyone spends their last days together with the people they have grown up with. It is also a time filled with panic and excitement.

Blog 7

Summer time means lots of time for baking!  It is one of my favorite things to do when I have free time outside of school.  Today, I made Cinnamon Oatmeal Chocolate Chip cookies that I thought turned out really well!  I also really enjoy looking at baking blogs to find recipes that I might enjoy cooking in the future.  My favorite baking blogs are Sally’s Baking Addiction, Flick of the Whisk, and Bake Your Day.  Sally has a recipe for Cake Batter Chocolate Chip cookies that I am really looking forward to trying.

My best friend’s sister now has a job at a bake shop in Bellaire, MargieBeth’s Bake Shop.  It is a start-up bakery that opened in Bellaire around Thanksgiving.  As part of her job, she has learned to bake biscottis and scones as well as continued baking standards like brownies and lemon bars.  I am excited to visit her with my friends as soon as school is out!

               

Memorial Day coming up is also a great excuse to bake and eat baked goods.  Pinterest has plenty of recipes for patriotic red, white, and blue treats.  Red, white, and blue popsicles will be perfect to eat by the pool now that it’s warming up!

Laure Cundiff

Three Penny Press

Staff Writer