Archive for December 2007




Drumline Rough Draft

Behind all the overpowering beats of the snare drums, tenor drums, bass drums, and cymbals; the ringing notes of the xylophone make a colorful addition to the percussion section of Saint Genevieve High School’s first-ever drumline ensemble.

Senior Annabel Navarro has gotten the opportunity to be part of the drumline ensemble by playing the only keyboard percussion; the xylophone. Like any other instrument, the xylophone requires constant practice and dedication in order to master professionalism. In order to reach professionalism, not only does experience take part to become great, rather the passion for it is what makes it acquirable.

Once an announcement was made in the beginning of the school year calling all interested Valiants to take part of joining drumline; Annabel was immediately intrigued. Having a knowledgeable background of playing various instruments, she knew that being part of drumline would enrich her passion for music.  

Annabel, as well as her fellow drumline members, is passionate about playing instruments while at the same time contributing her unique talent to her school. They constantly practice and dedicate themselves to do something that they enjoy.  

Only since the formation of the school’s drumline has a new, renovated fight song been created to give a sample of what the Valiant Spirit is all about. The new Valiant fight song was well received by the Valiants due to its talented ensemble whose hard work paid off. 

When asked about her opinion regarding the new Valiant fight song, Annabel thinks that the song is great and likes it because “it’s easy to play and it is catchy.” 

Not only does she play the xylophone, she also plays the cymbals and the bells. Due to her talent to play many instruments, she enjoys the advantage to multitask with the instruments available to her. 

Although the drums are far much louder and stand out than that of the xylophone, Annabel truly stands out from the crowd. Her constant dedication to music from an early age has come to show that with commitment and loving what she does contribute to the realization of her full potential as a member of Saint Genevieve’s drumline team. 

Add a comment December 19, 2007

Bob it like Beckham

Victoria Beckham’s new trend-setting do modifies the classic bob into that of an updated, chic look. She recently cut off her long hair extensions and is now sporting a sleek blonde bob that is named after her – the Pob. 

Pob, which stands for Posh Bob, is the hottest new hairstyle of the season. So if you are looking for a trendy new hairstyle – opt to Bob it like Beckham.

 Victoria Beckham has brought the bob back to the headline in hair fashion. She took a classic cut, added her unique twist and reinvented the hairstyle. 

Although the bob has been around for many years and will always be a timeless look, the Pob takes this hairstyle to another level. The wonderful thing about the Pob is that it can suit every female’s individual facial features and hair type. 

With just a few minor adjustments, you can tailor this look for yourself. Anyone can wear a Pob and look as chic and trendy as Victoria 

The Pob is the perfect cut no matter what you’re doing for the day. It can be worn for a casual morning at Starbucks or styled up for an evening out. It is a low maintenance cut that can be styled with ease and guaranteed stress-free.   

If you are thinking about having your hair cut into a hip new Pob, visit your salon for a consultation and flatter yourself with the new do that’s suits you best.

Add a comment December 14, 2007

Rustic Apple Pie

 Rustic Apple Pie

INGREDIENTS:
* 3 Red Delicious Apples; peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

* 1 stick of butter

* ½ cup of white sugar

* 4 tablespoons of vanilla extract

* 2 tablespoons of baking powder

* 1 table spoon of ground cinnamon

* 1 egg

* 3 cups of all purpose flour

* 1 cup of water

 DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Spray pie pan with cooking spray. Then lightly coat with flour.

2. On a medium-sized pan, heat butter on medium heat and immediately add apple wedges, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until warm.

3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, egg, cinnamon and heated apple mixture. Mix well, then add water. Spread into pie pan.

4. Use the remaining cooked apple wedges to decorate the top of the pie.

5. Bake in preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, until crust is browned.

Add a comment December 6, 2007

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