Twas The Night Before Christmas
Taylor St. Ives - Staff Writer
December 4, 2011
As the air grows colder and the joyous holiday season approaches, festivity fills my home. I begin to crave hot cocoa while smiling at the fond memories this cozy weather inspires. Bundled up in my favorite scarves and sweaters, I happily anticipate the long winter vacation as the days drag by. ... Read more »
The Lane of Lights
Jessica Smith - Staff Writer
December 4, 2011
Every year since I was five years old, I have traveled to the infamous “Candy Cane Lane” during my winter break. “Candy Cane Lane” is a street filled with houses that are intricately decorated with colorful lights, Christmas characters, and holiday cheer that create the ideal winter wonderland.... Read more »
Lots of Latkes
Kinsey Marker - Staff Writer
December 4, 2011
The gray clouds hide behind the early morning sun as my mom and I break out the annually used Cuisinart. Gathering onions and spices, we clear the granite counter getting ready to prepare our Hannukah tradition. The clang of pots and pans and the sizzle of onions being fried are like music to my... Read more »
Dark Room Delight
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
December 4, 2011
Although I’m more of a summer gal, December is filled with many delightful treats and traditions that I deeply enjoy. Whether I’m drinking eggnog and snuggling with my cats or watching my breath linger in bitter air, my favorite and most vivid memory about the holiday season happens in my... Read more »
Light Bright
Julia Shapiro - Staff Writer
December 4, 2011
Grabbing the hot bag of newly popped popcorn out of the microwave and placing the caps on the four cups of steaming hot chocolate, my family and I file into the car with our delicious treats. Wrapped in our warm coats and thick scarves, my sister and I press the hot cup of hot coco to our frozen hands... Read more »