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February 2012

How much do couples know about each other??

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New Year

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New year? New Goals. Use this as a check off list throughout 2012!

Club Spotlight

Learn how to make your own valen-tine sweets!

How to________________________________________________________________________________

Family ReunionFamily Reunion coming up? No wor-ries. Read how to survive a family reunion!

DIY Valentine Pop

Check out the 411 on how Key Club take action in volunteering in the com-munity!

Asking________________________________________________________________________________

february 2012

6Sadie HawkinsRead about the different ways stu-dents ask eachother to the Sadie Hawkins’ dance!

10Teacher ProposalsTeachers have love stories too! Step inside their life and read about their magicals proposals!

11Student DatesRead about how girls and guys ask their significant other on a date!

A LA MODE

12Couple QuestionaireHow much do you know your signifi-cant other? Compare responses and answers to a quiz given to a student couple and married faculty member.

14Ideal DateEver wanted plan out a date for your special someone? Take tips on how to plan out your ideal date!

7What guys and girls like about each otherFind out what girls find attractive in guys and what guys find attractive in girls!

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Things We Do Out of Love Ever heard of the quote, “Head Over Heels?” Read about the craziest thing students have done for love.

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Ever wanted plan out a date for your special someone? Take tips on how to plan out your ideal date!

What is Love?

18Love HoroscopesIs this a lucky month for you in the chase of love? Read what’s in store for you in the month of February.

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2012 Bucket List

New Year

Love

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8

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New year? New Goals. Use this as a check off list throughout 2012!

Club Spotlight

Learn how to make your own valen-tine sweets!

How to________________________________________________________________________________

Family ReunionFamily Reunion coming up? No wor-ries. Read how to survive a family reunion!

DIY Valentine Pop

Check out the 411 on how Key Club take action in volunteering in the com-munity!

Asking________________________________________________________________________________

february 2012

6Sadie HawkinsRead about the different ways stu-dents ask eachother to the Sadie Hawkins’ dance!

10Teacher ProposalsTeachers have love stories too! Step inside their life and read about their magicals proposals!

11Student DatesRead about how girls and guys ask their significant other on a date!

A LA MODE

12Couple QuestionaireHow much do you know your signifi-cant other? Compare responses and answers to a quiz given to a student couple and married faculty member.

14Ideal DateEver wanted plan out a date for your special someone? Take tips on how to plan out your ideal date!

7What guys and girls like about each otherFind out what girls find attractive in guys and what guys find attractive in girls!

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Things We Do Out of Love Ever heard of the quote, “Head Over Heels?” Read about the craziest thing students have done for love.

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Ever wanted plan out a date for your special someone? Take tips on how to plan out your ideal date!

What is Love?

18Love HoroscopesIs this a lucky month for you in the chase of love? Read what’s in store for you in the month of February.

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Be yourself

3. Breathe

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Prepare

Help out during the planning process of the reunion. When an idea is proposed, make sure your opinion is heard and that you listen to other’s opinions. If you have ideas, suggest them. Don’t be afraid to think and plan. Do not ignore the fact that there is an upcoming re-union. Be active and help plan. It is not a family reunion, it is your family reunion.

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eunionA reunion can be both fun and

stressful. Here are a few tips that will help you have fun and enjoy

your next reunion.

Prepare for the expected. If you know that a certain family member always kids around, and you happen to be the main victim, do not expect him to change. Expect that he is going to do it again. Do not get mad. Family reunions do not hap-pen often, so relax.

If you need a mental break, take one. Excuse yourself politely and take a walk, sing, or do a relaxing activity to clear your mind.

By Yvette Franco

The most important tip is to be yourself. Do not be something that you are not. Do not act too cool or too smart. Be who you are and appreciate the moment and those around you.

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Bucket ListWhat’s on your 2012 Bucket List?

JOE CONQUERORPERIOD 0FEBRUARY 2012

Ride a llama -Mariliu Escamilla, senior

I want to drive i

n 2012

-Alonzo Armendariz,

sophomore

I WANT TO CURE CANCER -Victor Zhang, junior

Conquer my

fear of hei

ghts

-Elizabeth Cas

tellanos, senior

I want to become a positive person. I want to be the person that others can come to for advice. Other than that. I want to do well in choir and become closer to my girls in Women’s Ensemble. However, I also want to get good grades and enjoy whereever life takes me’ -Vania F lores, junior

GET A FASTER TIME ON MY HALF MILE -RICARDO AVELAR, JUNIOR

“Go skydiving“--Vivian Castellanos, sophomore

Graduate! -Savannah Lewis, senior

Go on a joyride and not get

caught

-Carolyn Mejia, s

ophomore

“Be able to play another musical instrument” -Johnathan Agurcia, sophomore

Have a prom date...just kidding. I just want to have a fun year full of experiences -Leticia Aguilar, senior

Earn a starting spot at Bucknell University and make an imprint at my school.-Mariah Midyettte, senior

Not have any unnecessary drama -Nerly Paiz, junior

Saving money for a new car, going to Universal Halloween Horror Nights, and seeing a San Diego Chargers game -Tim Clark, junior

GETTING AN ‘A’ IN MS. MONTGOMERY’S CLASS AND IN APUSH. ALSO, I WANT TO PASS BOTH AP EXAMS -TAYLOR CHANES, JUNIOR

OTHER BUCKET LIST IDEAS:-learn another language-get a 4.0gpa-find a job-volunteer at a hospital-visit another country-take a roadtrip-approach someone new-learn how to cook

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Be yourself

3. Breathe

2.

Prepare

Help out during the planning process of the reunion. When an idea is proposed, make sure your opinion is heard and that you listen to other’s opinions. If you have ideas, suggest them. Don’t be afraid to think and plan. Do not ignore the fact that there is an upcoming re-union. Be active and help plan. It is not a family reunion, it is your family reunion.

How to

Surviv

e a Fa

mily R

eunionA reunion can be both fun and

stressful. Here are a few tips that will help you have fun and enjoy

your next reunion.

Prepare for the expected. If you know that a certain family member always kids around, and you happen to be the main victim, do not expect him to change. Expect that he is going to do it again. Do not get mad. Family reunions do not hap-pen often, so relax.

If you need a mental break, take one. Excuse yourself politely and take a walk, sing, or do a relaxing activity to clear your mind.

By Yvette Franco

The most important tip is to be yourself. Do not be something that you are not. Do not act too cool or too smart. Be who you are and appreciate the moment and those around you.

1. Plan

Bucket ListWhat’s on your 2012 Bucket List?

JOE CONQUERORPERIOD 0FEBRUARY 2012

Ride a llama -Mariliu Escamilla, senior

I want to drive i

n 2012

-Alonzo Armendariz,

sophomore

I WANT TO CURE CANCER -Victor Zhang, junior

Conquer my

fear of hei

ghts

-Elizabeth Cas

tellanos, senior

I want to become a positive person. I want to be the person that others can come to for advice. Other than that. I want to do well in choir and become closer to my girls in Women’s Ensemble. However, I also want to get good grades and enjoy whereever life takes me’ -Vania F lores, junior

GET A FASTER TIME ON MY HALF MILE -RICARDO AVELAR, JUNIOR

“Go skydiving“--Vivian Castellanos, sophomore

Graduate! -Savannah Lewis, senior

Go on a joyride and not get

caught

-Carolyn Mejia, s

ophomore

“Be able to play another musical instrument” -Johnathan Agurcia, sophomore

Have a prom date...just kidding. I just want to have a fun year full of experiences -Leticia Aguilar, senior

Earn a starting spot at Bucknell University and make an imprint at my school.-Mariah Midyettte, senior

Not have any unnecessary drama -Nerly Paiz, junior

Saving money for a new car, going to Universal Halloween Horror Nights, and seeing a San Diego Chargers game -Tim Clark, junior

GETTING AN ‘A’ IN MS. MONTGOMERY’S CLASS AND IN APUSH. ALSO, I WANT TO PASS BOTH AP EXAMS -TAYLOR CHANES, JUNIOR

OTHER BUCKET LIST IDEAS:-learn another language-get a 4.0gpa-find a job-volunteer at a hospital-visit another country-take a roadtrip-approach someone new-learn how to cook

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By: Ayana Usui

The Sadie Hawkins Dance started as a result

as a comic strip created by Al Capp. Sadie Hawkins was 35 years old

and unmarried. Her father was worried about her never getting married so he created an event

where unmarried women chased bachelors in a race. If a woman catches a man and crosses the finish line with him, by

law they were to marry. The U.S. and Canada used this story to create a dance where the woman invited the man of her choice to attend. Here

are some examples of how students around school were asked to Sadies.

Different peo-ple came up to me with golf balls throughout the day. At the end

of the day, they spelled out “Sadies?” My date

came up to me with two balls, one saying “yes” and

other saying “no.” It was really creative and thoughtful of her. – Brent Spivey, senior

I made a scavenger

hunt throughout the school leav-ing different letters in different class-

rooms spelling out Sadie’s. He collected all the letters and at the very end, I had a sign that said “with me?” So when you put all the letters

together, it spelled out “Sadie’s with me?” – Samantha Rocha, junior

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the beach for m

y birthday,

and at sunset I

wrote on the sa

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– Amber Torre

s, junior

I had the water polo boys

kidnap Josh and take him to my house. I wrote “Josh...” with a

giant question mark on my driveway. There were arrows pointing to my backyard and I was back there with a Sadie’s poster.

– Allyson Borunda, junior

“She has to be silly” said Jeffrey Chang, junior.

“A girl that I can relate to and feel comfortable around.” said Christian Jimenez, senior.

SILLY

Guys like...

“Personality and smile. That is what I’m attract-ed to,” said Elisa Cadena, junior.

Girls like...

“I like a guy that I can be myself around and that can make me laugh and respect me for who I am.” said Ariel Trujillo, junior.

As if you didn’t know...there are many differences between guys and girls, including their interests.

“I like my guys with a sense of humor and with a nice smile and eyes” said Melissa Fernandez, junior.

“A girl who can see beyond the outside and see what’s truly in one’s heart.” said Iban Cisneros, junior.

“A girl who can make me laugh and is not afraid to be herself,” said Julian Plata, junior.

LAUGHS

PERSONALITYSMILE

RESPECT

By Alex Velazquez

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By: Ayana Usui

The Sadie Hawkins Dance started as a result

as a comic strip created by Al Capp. Sadie Hawkins was 35 years old

and unmarried. Her father was worried about her never getting married so he created an event

where unmarried women chased bachelors in a race. If a woman catches a man and crosses the finish line with him, by

law they were to marry. The U.S. and Canada used this story to create a dance where the woman invited the man of her choice to attend. Here

are some examples of how students around school were asked to Sadies.

Different peo-ple came up to me with golf balls throughout the day. At the end

of the day, they spelled out “Sadies?” My date

came up to me with two balls, one saying “yes” and

other saying “no.” It was really creative and thoughtful of her. – Brent Spivey, senior

I made a scavenger

hunt throughout the school leav-ing different letters in different class-

rooms spelling out Sadie’s. He collected all the letters and at the very end, I had a sign that said “with me?” So when you put all the letters

together, it spelled out “Sadie’s with me?” – Samantha Rocha, junior

We went to

the beach for m

y birthday,

and at sunset I

wrote on the sa

nd

“Sadies?” I h

ad my fri

end walk him

over,

and when he sa

w it, he sa

id yes. This

will be th

e second tim

e in a ro

w that w

e

go to Sadies t

ogether.

– Amber Torre

s, junior

I had the water polo boys

kidnap Josh and take him to my house. I wrote “Josh...” with a

giant question mark on my driveway. There were arrows pointing to my backyard and I was back there with a Sadie’s poster.

– Allyson Borunda, junior

“She has to be silly” said Jeffrey Chang, junior.

“A girl that I can relate to and feel comfortable around.” said Christian Jimenez, senior.

SILLY

Guys like...

“Personality and smile. That is what I’m attract-ed to,” said Elisa Cadena, junior.

Girls like...

“I like a guy that I can be myself around and that can make me laugh and respect me for who I am.” said Ariel Trujillo, junior.

As if you didn’t know...there are many differences between guys and girls, including their interests.

“I like my guys with a sense of humor and with a nice smile and eyes” said Melissa Fernandez, junior.

“A girl who can see beyond the outside and see what’s truly in one’s heart.” said Iban Cisneros, junior.

“A girl who can make me laugh and is not afraid to be herself,” said Julian Plata, junior.

LAUGHS

PERSONALITYSMILE

RESPECT

By Alex Velazquez

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Jason Zhang, 12

Con

nor Lee, 12

Eun

ice Kim, 12

Eunice Lee, 12

Daniel Kong, 12

Secretaries Historians Tech Editor

Key Club OfficersKey Club Officers

Brenda Pham

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Vict

or Zhang, 11

Jud

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anakit, 12

Ta

ylor Chanes, 11

Club Spotlight

Key Club

Vice-Presidents

President

Treasurer

Key Club is not just a club on campus, but is recognized internationally. A part of the California-Nevada-Hawaii District, LAHS Key Club does volunteer work and takes part in charity fundraising events. The region 13 division 15 west Seals take pride in being able to help their community and

do their part. "Knowing that I'm making a difference and doing my part for the community makes all the time I put in worth it," claims vice-president Victor Zhang, junior. Some notable events include float building for the Rose Parade, Walk for Breast Cancer, and UNICEF fundraisers. Participating in events is a major element of being a Key Club member, and is a part of what defines Key Club as an International Club. Key Club plans to attend a district convention this spring, which is held in Santa Clara.

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Jason Zhang, 12

Con

nor Lee, 12

Eun

ice Kim, 12

Eunice Lee, 12

Daniel Kong, 12

Secretaries Historians Tech Editor

Key Club OfficersKey Club Officers

Brenda Pham

, 12

Vict

or Zhang, 11

Jud

y Sa

matm

anakit, 12

Ta

ylor Chanes, 11

Club Spotlight

Key Club

Vice-Presidents

President

Treasurer

Key Club is not just a club on campus, but is recognized internationally. A part of the California-Nevada-Hawaii District, LAHS Key Club does volunteer work and takes part in charity fundraising events. The region 13 division 15 west Seals take pride in being able to help their community and

do their part. "Knowing that I'm making a difference and doing my part for the community makes all the time I put in worth it," claims vice-president Victor Zhang, junior. Some notable events include float building for the Rose Parade, Walk for Breast Cancer, and UNICEF fundraisers. Participating in events is a major element of being a Key Club member, and is a part of what defines Key Club as an International Club. Key Club plans to attend a district convention this spring, which is held in Santa Clara.

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Fun &CreativeAsksBy Stephanie Bishop

“For my ask, I would gather a bouquet of balloons, telling the girl a message that I would love for her to know. Surprising her with her friends by my side is a creative way to show her I care.”

Kielthone Lim, senior

“I’d integrate a clever message into a riddle for him to find, because love is always a puzzle and he should know what he’s getting into.”

Alex Lopez, senior

“I would gather all her friends, make a scavenger hunt, make her go chasing random things till the last message, and I would be holding one of her favorite stuffed animals and straight out ask her on a date without hesitation.”

Erik Zamora, senior

Having trouble asking that special someone out for a night on the town? Here are some helpful and creative

ways for you to do so:

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The It was March 2003. My boyfriend went to pick me up to meet up with his sister and her husband for dinner. We went to an Italian restaurant and ordered an appetizer. His sister called and told us that they were running late and that we should go ahead and order without them, which we did. My boyfriend then told me that he had written a poem and asked me if I would listen to it. I said yes and he started reading the poem. After about 3/4 of the poem had been read, I realized that he was propos-ing to me, since it said something about taking chances. While this was happening, an old lady next to our table overheard him reading the poem and said to her old friends, “Helen! He’s proposing!” They scooted their chairs to a position so that all of them could hear and see what was happening. I don’t think my boyfriend knew what was happening. When I heard the old lady tell her friends, the words turned into mumbling, like the teacher in Charlie Brown. He opened a ring case and proposed. I kept nodding my head, but he waited patiently for a yes, which I said after awhile. It

turns out it was all a set-up. His sister and her husband weren’t going to come. We then went to an engagement party after the din-ner at his friend’s house where his relatives and our friends were waiting.

It was a rainy night. My soon-to-be husband and I were walking past some of my favorite houses in my parents’ neighborhood. I thought this was just one of our usual walks

around the neighborhood. We were playing the question game. He asked, “Do you want an easy, medium, or hard question?” I answered, “Hard question.”

He got down on one knee. I didn’t know what was happening at the time, so I tried to get him to get back up so we could keep walking since it was raining. I thought he was tying his shoe, but then he proposed! When I heard him ask, I

kept asking him, “Are you sure? Are you sure?” He said yes, and I told him, “Well, that’s an easy question. Yes, I will!” Then we ran all the way back to my parents’

house to share the wonderful news.

One day I drove my soon-to-be wife to a pirate ship on a children’s playground in Ventura Beach. That was the first place where we talked about her being my girlfriend. Before all of this happened, I had secretly asked her parents for her hand

in marriage and learned a song. I brought out her favorite treats and we had a nice conversation. Then I bought out my guitar and sang her “She’s Got a Way” by Billy Joel. After the song, I pulled out a ring, got down on one knee, and proposed to her. She

said yes.

Proposal

-Amanda Benavides

-Jennifer Koston

-David Schmus

Benavides

Koston

Schmus

By: Nick PungFun &CreativeAsks

By Stephanie Bishop




Alex Lopez, senior


Erik Zamora, senior



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Fun &CreativeAsksBy Stephanie Bishop




Alex Lopez, senior


Erik Zamora, senior



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The It was March 2003. My boyfriend went to pick me up to meet up with his sister and her husband for dinner. We went to an Italian restaurant and ordered an appetizer. His sister called and told us that they were running late and that we should go ahead and order without them, which we did. My boyfriend then told me that he had written a poem and asked me if I would listen to it. I said yes and he started reading the poem. After about 3/4 of the poem had been read, I realized that he was propos-ing to me, since it said something about taking chances. While this was happening, an old lady next to our table overheard him reading the poem and said to her old friends, “Helen! He’s proposing!” They scooted their chairs to a position so that all of them could hear and see what was happening. I don’t think my boyfriend knew what was happening. When I heard the old lady tell her friends, the words turned into mumbling, like the teacher in Charlie Brown. He opened a ring case and proposed. I kept nodding my head, but he waited patiently for a yes, which I said after awhile. It

turns out it was all a set-up. His sister and her husband weren’t going to come. We then went to an engagement party after the din-ner at his friend’s house where his relatives and our friends were waiting.

It was a rainy night. My soon-to-be husband and I were walking past some of my favorite houses in my parents’ neighborhood. I thought this was just one of our usual walks

around the neighborhood. We were playing the question game. He asked, “Do you want an easy, medium, or hard question?” I answered, “Hard question.”

He got down on one knee. I didn’t know what was happening at the time, so I tried to get him to get back up so we could keep walking since it was raining. I thought he was tying his shoe, but then he proposed! When I heard him ask, I

kept asking him, “Are you sure? Are you sure?” He said yes, and I told him, “Well, that’s an easy question. Yes, I will!” Then we ran all the way back to my parents’

house to share the wonderful news.

One day I drove my soon-to-be wife to a pirate ship on a children’s playground in Ventura Beach. That was the first place where we talked about her being my girlfriend. Before all of this happened, I had secretly asked her parents for her hand

in marriage and learned a song. I brought out her favorite treats and we had a nice conversation. Then I bought out my guitar and sang her “She’s Got a Way” by Billy Joel. After the song, I pulled out a ring, got down on one knee, and proposed to her. She

said yes.

Proposal

-Amanda Benavides

-Jennifer Koston

-David Schmus

Benavides

Koston

Schmus

By: Nick PungFun &CreativeAsks

By Stephanie Bishop




Alex Lopez, senior


Erik Zamora, senior



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couple questionnaireBy: Brenda Pham

1. He’s/She’s sitting in front of the TV. What is on the screen? J: “That 70’s Show.” (A: “That 70’s Show”) K: Disney Channel. (A: Crime shows or whatever catches my eye.)2. You’re out to eat. What kind of dressing does he/she order on the salad? J: She doesn’t order salad, but probably Ranch. (A: Ranch) K: Salad? He would never order salad. (A: I hate salad)3. What’s one food he/she doesn’t like? J: Her mom’s chilaquiles? (A: Chilaquiles) K: He absolutely hates spicy food. (A: Anything spicy)4. You go out to eat and have a drink. What does he/she order? J: Water and Dr. Pepper. (A: Water) K: Raspberry ice tea. (A: Raspberry ice tea or Dr. Pepper)5. What size shoe does he/she wear? J: 7 (A: 7) K: 10 (A: 10)6. What would this person eat every day if he/she could? J: Hot Cheetos. (A: Hot Cheetos) K: Spam masubi. (A: Spam and cookies)7. What is his/her favorite sandwich? J: Tuna and chicken. She eats both. (A: Turkey) K: Ham sandwich. (A: Tuna or grilled cheese)

8. What’s his/her favorite sports team? J: Lakers. (A: Lakers) K: He doesn’t care for sports. (A: I don’t have one)9. What is his/her favorite cereal? J: Captain Crunch. (A: Captain Crunch) K: He’d rather have a full breakfast. (A: Cookie Crisp)10. What’s his/her favorite music? J: R & B or Lauryn Hill and the Beatles (A: Hip Hop) K: Reggae. (A: Country/ Reggae)11. Who’s his/her best friend? J: I am her best friend along with Justine Santa Cruz. (A: Besides Justino, Justine Santa Cruz) K: Besides me, Jacob, Devon, Lem. (A: She is mine along with Jacob, Devon, and Lemuel)12. What is something you do that he/she wishes you wouldn’t? J: Nothing really. (A: Be self-conscious) K: Eat my food! (A: Nothing I can think of)13. What is his/her heritage? Where is he/she from? J: Mexican from South El Monte. (A: South El Monte) K: Samoan and Mexican. (A: Samoa, Hacienda Heights)14. You bake him/her a cake for her birthday What kind of cake? J: Strawberry. (A: Vanilla) K: He likes everything. (A: Chocolate; not a fan of cake)15. Did he/she play any sports? J: Gymnastics when she was younger, but not no. (A: No) K: Football and rugby. (A: Football and rugby)16. What could he/she spend hours doing? J: Playing on her phone or spending hours with me doing nothing. (A: Listening to music) K: Play his X-box and eat. (A: Video games)17. When did you guys meet? J: In 8th grade. We got close during the D.C. trip. (A: 8th grade) K: We met in 8th grade on the D.C. trip. (A: 8th grade)18. When/Where was your first date together? J: Oh! Crab. (A: Sometime in October at Oh! Crab) K: Oh! Crab in October. (A: Oh! Crab)19. What is his/her worst physical feature? J: None. (A: My eyes) K: I like everything about him. (A: None)20. Rate your first kiss on a scale of 1-10. J: First kiss? Now it means more than it did. Easy 10. K: 3. It was in 8th grade!21. What is one word that describes the other person? J: Wonderful. K: Humble, definitely.

Krisiana Alcazar (12) Justin Faaola (12)



1. He’s/She’s sitting in front of the TV. What is on the screen? S: Friends. (A: Friends) A: ESPN (A: ESPN)2. You’re out to eat. What kind of dressing does he/she order on the salad? S: Ranch. (A: Ranch) A: Caesar. (A: Caesar)3. What’s one food he/she doesn’t like? S: Fish. (A: Sushi) A: Sushi. (A: Anything creamy)4. You go out to eat and have a drink. What does he/she order? S: Water with lemon. (A: Water with lemon) A: Arnold Palmer (A: Arnold Palmer)5. What size shoe does he/she wear? S: 6 (A: 6) A: 10 (A: 10)6. What would this person eat every day if he/she could? S: Cheese. (A: Cheese) A: Candy. (A: Candy)7. What is his/her favorite sandwich? S: Turkey. (A: Chicken) A: Turkey. (A: Turkey)8. What’s his/her favorite sports team? S: Angels. (A: UCLA of course) A: UCLA. (A: Anything UCLA)9. What is his/her favorite cereal? S: Anything “oats/grain.” (A: Granola) A: Granola. (A: Multi-grain anything)10. What’s his/her favorite music? S: Mariah Carey. (A: John Mayor & Michael Buble) A: At the moment, Adele. (A: Adele right now)11. Who’s his/her best friend? S: Me. (A: Me) A: Me. (A: Me)12. What is something you do that he/she wishes you wouldn’t? S: Come home from work at a reasonable time. (A: Work too much) A: Leave my hair on the shower wall. (A: Worry)13. What is his/her heritage? Where is he/she from? S: Mexican/White...came from her momma. (A: Cali girl) A: Mexican. (A: Mexican American; my momma)14. You bake him/her a cake for her birthday. What kind of cake? S: Chocolate. (A: Chocolate) A: All chocolate. (A: Chocolate; devil’s food cake)15. Did he/she play any sports? S: Tetherball. (A: None) A: Football, baseball, basketball. (A: Anything with a ball)

16. What could he/she spend hours doing? S: Sleeping. (A: Sleeping) A: Reading. (A: People watching at Disneyland)17. When did you guys meet? S: Palm Elementary. (A: Palm Elementary) A: Palm Elementary School. (A: Palm Elementary)18. When/Where was your first date together? S: Movies; two weeks into 1995 (A: A friend’s party) A: Jan. 1, 1995; a friend’s party.19. What is his/her worst physical feature? S: None; love them all. (A: None) A: None. (A: My receding hair line)20. Rate your first kiss on a scale of 1-10. J: That’s as high as it goes? (A: 10+ of course. That’s why we’ve been together for 17 years!) K: Off the scale. (She still can’t get over it. That’s why we’re married.)21. What is one word that describes the other person? S: Sorry! Two words: My everything! A: Dedicated.

Andrea Garcia, Steve Garcia12


1. He’s/She’s sitting in front of the TV. What is on the screen? J: “That 70’s Show.” (A: “That 70’s Show”) K: Disney Channel. (A: Crime shows or whatever catches my eye.)2. You’re out to eat. What kind of dressing does he/she order on the salad? J: She doesn’t order salad, but probably Ranch. (A: Ranch) K: Salad? He would never order salad. (A: I hate salad)3. What’s one food he/she doesn’t like? J: Her mom’s chilaquiles? (A: Chilaquiles) K: He absolutely hates spicy food. (A: Anything spicy)4. You go out to eat and have a drink. What does he/she order? J: Water and Dr. Pepper. (A: Water) K: Raspberry ice tea. (A: Raspberry ice tea or Dr. Pepper)5. What size shoe does he/she wear? J: 7 (A: 7) K: 10 (A: 10)6. What would this person eat every day if he/she could? J: Hot Cheetos. (A: Hot Cheetos) K: Spam masubi. (A: Spam and cookies)7. What is his/her favorite sandwich? J: Tuna and chicken. She eats both. (A: Turkey) K: Ham sandwich. (A: Tuna or grilled cheese)


Krisiana Alcazar (12) Justin Faaola (12)



1. He’s/She’s sitting in front of the TV. What is on the screen? S: Friends. (A: Friends) A: ESPN (A: ESPN)2. You’re out to eat. What kind of dressing does he/she order on the salad? S: Ranch. (A: Ranch) A: Caesar. (A: Caesar)3. What’s one food he/she doesn’t like? S: Fish. (A: Sushi) A: Sushi. (A: Anything creamy)4. You go out to eat and have a drink. What does he/she order? S: Water with lemon. (A: Water with lemon) A: Arnold Palmer (A: Arnold Palmer)5. What size shoe does he/she wear? S: 6 (A: 6) A: 10 (A: 10)6. What would this person eat every day if he/she could? S: Cheese. (A: Cheese) A: Candy. (A: Candy)7. What is his/her favorite sandwich? S: Turkey. (A: Chicken) A: Turkey. (A: Turkey)8. What’s his/her favorite sports team? S: Angels. (A: UCLA of course) A: UCLA. (A: Anything UCLA)9. What is his/her favorite cereal? S: Anything “oats/grain.” (A: Granola) A: Granola. (A: Multi-grain anything)10. What’s his/her favorite music? S: Mariah Carey. (A: John Mayor & Michael Buble) A: At the moment, Adele. (A: Adele right now)11. Who’s his/her best friend? S: Me. (A: Me) A: Me. (A: Me)12. What is something you do that he/she wishes you wouldn’t? S: Come home from work at a reasonable time. (A: Work too much) A: Leave my hair on the shower wall. (A: Worry)13. What is his/her heritage? Where is he/she from? S: Mexican/White...came from her momma. (A: Cali girl) A: Mexican. (A: Mexican American; my momma)14. You bake him/her a cake for her birthday. What kind of cake? S: Chocolate. (A: Chocolate) A: All chocolate. (A: Chocolate; devil’s food cake)15. Did he/she play any sports? S: Tetherball. (A: None) A: Football, baseball, basketball. (A: Anything with a ball)

16. What could he/she spend hours doing? S: Sleeping. (A: Sleeping) A: Reading. (A: People watching at Disneyland)17. When did you guys meet? S: Palm Elementary. (A: Palm Elementary) A: Palm Elementary School. (A: Palm Elementary)18. When/Where was your first date together? S: Movies; two weeks into 1995 (A: A friend’s party) A: Jan. 1, 1995; a friend’s party.19. What is his/her worst physical feature? S: None; love them all. (A: None) A: None. (A: My receding hair line)20. Rate your first kiss on a scale of 1-10. J: That’s as high as it goes? (A: 10+ of course. That’s why we’ve been together for 17 years!) K: Off the scale. (She still can’t get over it. That’s why we’re married.)21. What is one word that describes the other person? S: Sorry! Two words: My everything! A: Dedicated.

Andrea Garcia, Steve Garcia13

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"My idea of a perfect Valentine's Day is to re-taste the sweetness of the holiday season... being �lled with cards, gifts and great food!" Leon Liang, junior.

"My idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is going to Disneyland with my loved one, throwing heart-shaped breads at the little ducks, and ending the day by watching �reworks as the sun sets and midnight approaches,” said Kevin Lee, junior.

"My idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is to take her to the movies. She will buy her own ticket, and I'll treat her to a small popcorn. I know, I'm a romantic,” said Sean Khang, sophomore. “My idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is to watch her from afar, because I’m forever alone,” Julian Elizarraras, junior.

“My idea of a perfect Valentine’s day is when Iget $20 from every girl in the school,” Victor Zhang, junior.

"My idea of a perfect Valentines Day is to spend the day with my loved one watching a few movies, having an unforgettable dinner, and ending the day with a walk in the park,” Ashley Ho, sophomore.

"My idea of a perfect Valentine's Day would be being with the right person for me when the time is right,” Cristina Dypiangco, junior.

“My idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is to go out and do something fun. Something not too cheesy nor romantic, like laser tagging, or going to Disneyland,” Pui Cheng, junior.

“I've always prayed to spend Valentine's Day with a gentleman--whom I love. The night would start out with some simple foods, then resort to an aquariumwhere we would stroll through the glass tunnel that has a variety of �shes that embraces us, as our hands are held. Afterward, we would catch a romantic movie in a theatre. Then we would end the night by innocently ‘trolling’ random strangers to get a good laugh. That is my ideal Valentine's Day,” Janet Kung,junior.

1. Sift flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl. Set it aside.

2. Use the paddle attachment of an electric mixer and cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy (approx. 5 minutes). Beat in the egg and the vanilla powder until incorporated.

Directions:

3. Gradually add flour mixture until all com-bined. Wrap the dough in plastic andrefrigerate for an hour.

4. Heat oven to 325 degrees. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to be approximate 3/16 inches thick. Cut out 2 ½ inch rounds. Use smaller heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out small hearts from those rounds. (Keep the cutouts if you want heart-shaped cookies on the side). Place 8 cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet. Place the lollipop sticks under each cookie. Place the small heart-shaped cookies there as well. Refrigerate until firm (approx. 15-25 minutes). Bake for 8-12 minutes until firm, but not browned. Then leave cookies to cool for about 20 minutes. Repeat until all dough is used.

Candy pops embedded in sugar cookies sounds yummy, right? This easy recipe will yield ap-proximately 32 pops. This is a suitable and delightful treat to give to your friends or use as an assort-ment for your special valentine. Have fun with this simple yet delicious recipe!

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Ingredients (makes 32 Valentine Heart Pops):

(For the candy centers)

-1 cup light corn syrup

-2 cups sugar

-1/8 teaspoon peppermint, cinnamon, or other flavored oil (optional)

-Paste or gel food coloring (use different colors to make an assortment of Valentine Heart Pops)

(For the cookies)

-2 cups sifted all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the completed cookies

-1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

-1 large egg

-32 white lollipop sticks (six inches long)

-¼ teaspoon salt

-8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter

-1 cup sugar

-½ teaspoon of baking powder

By: Connor Lee

D.I.YValentine POPS

By: William Liu

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"My idea of a perfect Valentine's Day is to re-taste the sweetness of the holiday season... being �lled with cards, gifts and great food!" Leon Liang, junior.

"My idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is going to Disneyland with my loved one, throwing heart-shaped breads at the little ducks, and ending the day by watching �reworks as the sun sets and midnight approaches,” said Kevin Lee, junior.

"My idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is to take her to the movies. She will buy her own ticket, and I'll treat her to a small popcorn. I know, I'm a romantic,” said Sean Khang, sophomore. “My idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is to watch her from afar, because I’m forever alone,” Julian Elizarraras, junior.

“My idea of a perfect Valentine’s day is when Iget $20 from every girl in the school,” Victor Zhang, junior.

"My idea of a perfect Valentines Day is to spend the day with my loved one watching a few movies, having an unforgettable dinner, and ending the day with a walk in the park,” Ashley Ho, sophomore.

"My idea of a perfect Valentine's Day would be being with the right person for me when the time is right,” Cristina Dypiangco, junior.

“My idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is to go out and do something fun. Something not too cheesy nor romantic, like laser tagging, or going to Disneyland,” Pui Cheng, junior.

“I've always prayed to spend Valentine's Day with a gentleman--whom I love. The night would start out with some simple foods, then resort to an aquariumwhere we would stroll through the glass tunnel that has a variety of �shes that embraces us, as our hands are held. Afterward, we would catch a romantic movie in a theatre. Then we would end the night by innocently ‘trolling’ random strangers to get a good laugh. That is my ideal Valentine's Day,” Janet Kung,junior.

1. Sift flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl. Set it aside.

2. Use the paddle attachment of an electric mixer and cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy (approx. 5 minutes). Beat in the egg and the vanilla powder until incorporated.

Directions:

3. Gradually add flour mixture until all com-bined. Wrap the dough in plastic andrefrigerate for an hour.

4. Heat oven to 325 degrees. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to be approximate 3/16 inches thick. Cut out 2 ½ inch rounds. Use smaller heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out small hearts from those rounds. (Keep the cutouts if you want heart-shaped cookies on the side). Place 8 cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet. Place the lollipop sticks under each cookie. Place the small heart-shaped cookies there as well. Refrigerate until firm (approx. 15-25 minutes). Bake for 8-12 minutes until firm, but not browned. Then leave cookies to cool for about 20 minutes. Repeat until all dough is used.

Candy pops embedded in sugar cookies sounds yummy, right? This easy recipe will yield ap-proximately 32 pops. This is a suitable and delightful treat to give to your friends or use as an assort-ment for your special valentine. Have fun with this simple yet delicious recipe!

HEART

Ingredients (makes 32 Valentine Heart Pops):

(For the candy centers)

-1 cup light corn syrup

-2 cups sugar

-1/8 teaspoon peppermint, cinnamon, or other flavored oil (optional)

-Paste or gel food coloring (use different colors to make an assortment of Valentine Heart Pops)

(For the cookies)

-2 cups sifted all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the completed cookies

-1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

-1 large egg

-32 white lollipop sticks (six inches long)

-¼ teaspoon salt

-8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter

-1 cup sugar

-½ teaspoon of baking powder

By: Connor Lee

D.I.YValentine POPS

By: William Liu

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“After you sober up and find yourself, love means put-ting others before yourself and having their best inter-est in mind.”

Stephanie Pyle, junior

What DoesLoveMean?By Stephanie Bishop

“Love can be discovered by opening up the deepest parts of your heart and allowing for true dedication and happiness to guide you through a rollercoaster of emotions and someone worth fighting to keep.”

-Nicole Cervantes, senior

“Love is not simply looking into each others eyes, but looking outward together in the same direction.”

Kim Bonjoc, senior

Love means many different things to different people. Whether it be about miniscule details or the big picture, everyone has his or her

own personal interpretation of the word.

“Love is about feeling safe and cared for by others, no matter where I am.”

Jonathan Panlilio, senior

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The Things We DoOut of LOVE

Monsse Flores (12)

“So I wanted to do something extra special for my mom so I pulled off quite a diffi-cult little party. I called all of her friends secretively, made three dinner entrees all by myself, and decorated and cleaned the house for her. I paid everything out of my own pocket, but in the end, it was all worth it to see her so happy.”

Jason Zhang (12) “I had gotten into a fight with my girlfriend and we were quite mad with one another. She suddenly had the strongest urge to use the restroom. I thought she was joking at first, but she began to cry. And so, even with anger still

lingering within me, I picked her up and ran quite a distance to find a restroom

for her! In the end, we made up!”

“For one of my best friends who I had not talked to in awhile, I pulled off quite a big birthday surprise for her. I contacted another Walnut High School friend, the school she goes to, to give her seven presents and cards in each of her classes. I also got her balloons!”

Brandon Reed (12)

“I got a $50 bill on Christmas from a family

friend, but I gave it to my mom for helping me out during my earlier economic strug-

gles this year. The small gesture touched her heart, and it made my Christmas

that much greater.”

Alexis Andom (12)

“The craziest thing I have done for someone is hiding in their college room

closet to avoid getting caught by others. It was kind of scary being in there awhile, but

quite an exhilarating experience!”

June Wu (12)

By: Connor Lee & Judy Samatmanakit

“I went to see my girlfriend

at school one day, but the security guard wouldn’t let me in because I didn’t have a student ID. I decided to climb over the fence to go see her. I also had to climb the fence to get back out.The risk was worth it because I got to see her.”

Shawn Wong (12)

“After you sober up and find yourself, love means put-ting others before yourself and having their best inter-est in mind.”

Stephanie Pyle, junior

What DoesLoveMean?By Stephanie Bishop

“Love can be discovered by opening up the deepest parts of your heart and allowing for true dedication and happiness to guide you through a rollercoaster of emotions and someone worth fighting to keep.”

-Nicole Cervantes, senior

“Love is not simply looking into each others eyes, but looking outward together in the same direction.”

Kim Bonjoc, senior

Love means many different things to different people. Whether it be about miniscule details or the big picture, everyone has his or her

own personal interpretation of the word.

“Love is about feeling safe and cared for by others, no matter where I am.”

Jonathan Panlilio, senior

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The Things We DoOut of LOVE

Monsse Flores (12)

“So I wanted to do something extra special for my mom so I pulled off quite a diffi-cult little party. I called all of her friends secretively, made three dinner entrees all by myself, and decorated and cleaned the house for her. I paid everything out of my own pocket, but in the end, it was all worth it to see her so happy.”

Jason Zhang (12) “I had gotten into a fight with my girlfriend and we were quite mad with one another. She suddenly had the strongest urge to use the restroom. I thought she was joking at first, but she began to cry. And so, even with anger still

lingering within me, I picked her up and ran quite a distance to find a restroom

for her! In the end, we made up!”

“For one of my best friends who I had not talked to in awhile, I pulled off quite a big birthday surprise for her. I contacted another Walnut High School friend, the school she goes to, to give her seven presents and cards in each of her classes. I also got her balloons!”

Brandon Reed (12)

“I got a $50 bill on Christmas from a family

friend, but I gave it to my mom for helping me out during my earlier economic strug-

gles this year. The small gesture touched her heart, and it made my Christmas

that much greater.”

Alexis Andom (12)

“The craziest thing I have done for someone is hiding in their college room

closet to avoid getting caught by others. It was kind of scary being in there awhile, but

quite an exhilarating experience!”

June Wu (12)

By: Connor Lee & Judy Samatmanakit

“I went to see my girlfriend

at school one day, but the security guard wouldn’t let me in because I didn’t have a student ID. I decided to climb over the fence to go see her. I also had to climb the fence to get back out.The risk was worth it because I got to see her.”

Shawn Wong (12)

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HoroscopesLove

Aries

Capricorn PiecesAquarious

Gemini

Leo Cancer

Taurus

Virgo

Libra

December 22-January 20 January 21-February 18 February 19-March 20

April 21-May 20 May 21-June 21 September 24-October 23

July 23-August 23 June 22-July 22

March 21-April 20 July 24-September 23

Capricorns are known for wanting to achieve and build their way to the top, but is that getting in the way of a relationship? Instead of being the one to call the shots, step off your pedestal and love will come knocking on your door. Let’s just say February is full of surprises.

The need for knowledge never fades in an Aquarius. Whether the knowledge be from the latest textbook or gossip stream, you’re never out of the loop. Be careful, though, or you might come across something you may or may not want to hear from the person you admire the most.

This new year marks the beginning of something new, or rather somebody new. You’ll come to accept new and liberating pasttimes and meet someone worth your while. Who knows, maybe when you’re out and about trying something new you’ll stumble across a new romantic figure in your life.

You’ve worked hard to maintain what you have, and now it’s time to call it a year and relax. In the next few months, expect a wave of serenity and you’ll discover someone that’s been there all along, but you were just too busy to notice. With all the time you’ve spent working hard, you’ll enjoy this change of pace.

Always the life of the party, you know how to get down and really have fun. People swarm to your naturally charismatic nature and easy-going appeal, but could this also be the reason people push you away? This year you might lose someone you care about, but look out for the signs before it’s too late.

With all the things you have going on around you, you’ve learned how to multi-task and keep your life in a delicate balance. However, a new figure in your life will disrupt this balance. Good or bad, it will be your choosing. Just don’t forget about your friends while encountering this new love.

You’re always giving respect, but receiving none in return. This year you’re going to change that and teach everyone you’re capable of ruling your life. This new found confidence will be the final push, and that person who admires you from afar will gather the courage to finally talk to you.

The need for security and stability is ever present in your heart. You’re not looking for a one time fling, but a serious counterpart with whom you can protect and live out your dreams. Have a keen eye over the next few weeks and a light will shine over the person who can be that somebody.

You don’t like to be tied down, and the word “commitment” makes you shudder. Having the need to be independent shields you from accepting another person’s feelings. Drop the independent act and the vulnerable side you hide will finally show everyone you’re not as stone-hearted as they think.

Diligence is something you live by, and when you’re dead-set on something, you get what you want by any means necessary. Instead of worrying about your studies, take a day off, relax, and you might just find someone who shares equal interests with you.

SagittariusNovember 24-December 21

ScorpioOctober 24-November 23

True to your control-freak attitude, you have the need to steer clear of every aspect of your life, including your love life. When something goes wrong, you’re quick to influence others on the issue, which doesn’t really give you points in any love category. This year you’ll transform and love won’t be so unattainable anymore.

Once February rolls around, you’ll be exploring new territory to satisfy your thrill seeking nature. Although the journey might be tough at first, someone, new or old, will be there to help you on your journey. Unbeknownst to you, sparks will fly, but it’s your choice as to whether you see them or not.

By: Amber Alvela

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Dear Los Altos Conquerors:

Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s a new year and a start of new beginnings for most of us. This new semester is like a breath of fresh air, and hopefully you can relax a little. With half the year already gone, time will fly by so fast that before you know it, it’s summer. Oh, and before we forget to mention it, there are fewer than 100 days left of school! As obvious as it may seem, this edition was themed specifically for Valentine’s Day and all the surprises it carries. As editors, we always want to please our peers with what we create as we try to consider aspects that everyone finds interesting. Valentine’s Day is not just for couples looking to have a day of romance, but it is also the start of new relationships and beginnings. That sole idea is what encouraged us to publish and create this edition of A La Mode, and we hope that it is evident as you flip through our pages.

We would like to take the time to thank all the people who make our publica-tions possible, from our journalism staff, to Mr. Rockwood, and to all the students who take the time to actually read what we create. Without you, this magazine wouldn’t be possible. A La Mode has grown greatly over the year, and you can expect it to continue to flourish for years to come. Being able to be a part of that growth has taught us so many things and also showed us how hard work pays off. Although we endured many struggles as editors, we can be proud to say we wouldn’t exchange the experience for anything. As the year goes on, it’s a wonder to think that soon we seniors will be leaving and moving on to much bigger things in life. High school was merely the stepping stone to get us where we need to be in the future. So thank you for accompanying us on our journey as maga-

zine editors.

Love always, Judy Samatmanakit, Amber Alvela, Brenda Pham

HoroscopesLove

Aries

Capricorn PiecesAquarious

Gemini

Leo Cancer

Taurus

Virgo

Libra

December 22-January 20 January 21-February 18 February 19-March 20

April 21-May 20 May 21-June 21 September 24-October 23

July 23-August 23 June 22-July 22

March 21-April 20 July 24-September 23

Capricorns are known for wanting to achieve and build their way to the top, but is that getting in the way of a relationship? Instead of being the one to call the shots, step off your pedestal and love will come knocking on your door. Let’s just say February is full of surprises.

The need for knowledge never fades in an Aquarius. Whether the knowledge be from the latest textbook or gossip stream, you’re never out of the loop. Be careful, though, or you might come across something you may or may not want to hear from the person you admire the most.

This new year marks the beginning of something new, or rather somebody new. You’ll come to accept new and liberating pasttimes and meet someone worth your while. Who knows, maybe when you’re out and about trying something new you’ll stumble across a new romantic figure in your life.

You’ve worked hard to maintain what you have, and now it’s time to call it a year and relax. In the next few months, expect a wave of serenity and you’ll discover someone that’s been there all along, but you were just too busy to notice. With all the time you’ve spent working hard, you’ll enjoy this change of pace.

Always the life of the party, you know how to get down and really have fun. People swarm to your naturally charismatic nature and easy-going appeal, but could this also be the reason people push you away? This year you might lose someone you care about, but look out for the signs before it’s too late.

With all the things you have going on around you, you’ve learned how to multi-task and keep your life in a delicate balance. However, a new figure in your life will disrupt this balance. Good or bad, it will be your choosing. Just don’t forget about your friends while encountering this new love.

You’re always giving respect, but receiving none in return. This year you’re going to change that and teach everyone you’re capable of ruling your life. This new found confidence will be the final push, and that person who admires you from afar will gather the courage to finally talk to you.

The need for security and stability is ever present in your heart. You’re not looking for a one time fling, but a serious counterpart with whom you can protect and live out your dreams. Have a keen eye over the next few weeks and a light will shine over the person who can be that somebody.

You don’t like to be tied down, and the word “commitment” makes you shudder. Having the need to be independent shields you from accepting another person’s feelings. Drop the independent act and the vulnerable side you hide will finally show everyone you’re not as stone-hearted as they think.

Diligence is something you live by, and when you’re dead-set on something, you get what you want by any means necessary. Instead of worrying about your studies, take a day off, relax, and you might just find someone who shares equal interests with you.

SagittariusNovember 24-December 21

ScorpioOctober 24-November 23

True to your control-freak attitude, you have the need to steer clear of every aspect of your life, including your love life. When something goes wrong, you’re quick to influence others on the issue, which doesn’t really give you points in any love category. This year you’ll transform and love won’t be so unattainable anymore.

Once February rolls around, you’ll be exploring new territory to satisfy your thrill seeking nature. Although the journey might be tough at first, someone, new or old, will be there to help you on your journey. Unbeknownst to you, sparks will fly, but it’s your choice as to whether you see them or not.

By: Amber Alvela

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Dear Los Altos Conquerors:

Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s a new year and a start of new beginnings for most of us. This new semester is like a breath of fresh air, and hopefully you can relax a little. With half the year already gone, time will fly by so fast that before you know it, it’s summer. Oh, and before we forget to mention it, there are fewer than 100 days left of school! As obvious as it may seem, this edition was themed specifically for Valentine’s Day and all the surprises it carries. As editors, we always want to please our peers with what we create as we try to consider aspects that everyone finds interesting. Valentine’s Day is not just for couples looking to have a day of romance, but it is also the start of new relationships and beginnings. That sole idea is what encouraged us to publish and create this edition of A La Mode, and we hope that it is evident as you flip through our pages.

We would like to take the time to thank all the people who make our publica-tions possible, from our journalism staff, to Mr. Rockwood, and to all the students who take the time to actually read what we create. Without you, this magazine wouldn’t be possible. A La Mode has grown greatly over the year, and you can expect it to continue to flourish for years to come. Being able to be a part of that growth has taught us so many things and also showed us how hard work pays off. Although we endured many struggles as editors, we can be proud to say we wouldn’t exchange the experience for anything. As the year goes on, it’s a wonder to think that soon we seniors will be leaving and moving on to much bigger things in life. High school was merely the stepping stone to get us where we need to be in the future. So thank you for accompanying us on our journey as maga-

zine editors.

Love always, Judy Samatmanakit, Amber Alvela, Brenda Pham

Happy Valentine’s Day

Kevin Y.,"I like your eyes, I love the way

you walk with your hands in your

pockets, I love that you take care

of our fish (and do a better job

than me). I love that you know

all of my favorite things. I love

the way you let me pick every

movie we watch. I even like the

nicknames you give me. Most im-

portant, I love how you (reluc-

tantly) let me play Taylor Swift

in your truck. So, I hope this

was as short and sweet as I in-

tended." Love, Ciara H.

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To: Liliy H.,

"Thanks for always being

there for me when I needed you

the most and for being such a

great friend. I will treasure our

friendship forever. Have a Hap-

py Valentine's Day!

Sincerely, Karen R.

Dear Em and Cori,

“Let us recognize this day

of single awareness with our

friends, Ben and Jerry. That

is all.”

- Ashley C.

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To my six favorite gi

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Dear Connie M.,

I love you more than I

could ever promise. No tears for us.

Think love and wear a smile.

Love, Kevin C.

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