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2011 Edition
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Table of Contents
Insert Title Here-Bronte Gillis ........................................................................................................... 2
O (Not-So) Silent Night-Bridget Guan ....................................................................................................... 3
Christmas Season Got You Down-Jennifer McAlister ......................................................................... 4-5
Motorists Find Mall is an Effective Thoroughfare-Akhil Garg ............................................................. 6
Sibling Rivalry: A Short History of Two Collegiates-Henry Schut .......................................................... 7
Disconnect, Brotato-Thomas Zhang .......................................................................................................... 8
How do you Solve a Problem Like Maria-Rusaba Alam ...................................................................... 9
An Interview With Mr. Arrigo-Liang Zhu ............................................................................................... 10
Muffins: A Classic-Lauren Lin .............................................................................................................. 11-12
A Not So Christmacy Movie Month-Celine Fu .................................................................................. 13-14
Horoscopes-Lily Sundararaj ................................................................................................................. 15-16
Out of Contexts ........................................................................................................................................ 17
Question for the Readers ....................................................................................................................... 18
Acknowledgements .................................................................................................................................. 18
Lisgar Photography-Will Lawrence ..............................................................................................................

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Insert T itle Here
By: Bronte McGillis
Just like its name, Occupy
has just been one big fill-in-the-blank. It refuses to
explain exactly what it is protesting, mainly because it isn’t really protesting anything—it’s
protesting everything. “We are ,” it says, “from . We are
protesting and our idea is . Here is our proof: ...
We want the government to .”
A
s I was walking through Confederation
Park last month, where Occupy Ottawa
had been protesting for a few weeks, I
looked around at the signs. Some of them were
about wanting the “9/11 truth.” Others were
about racism, sexism, egoism, militarism, and all
sorts of other evil “-isms.” What specifically does
it want to prove More importantly, what the
heck does it want everybody to do about it Like a
whiny two-year-old, it’s criticizing hundreds of
things that nobody can change, especially not all
at once.
has devolved into chaos. Really, it isn’t “Occupy
Wall Street, Vancouver, Australia, Chicago,
Dublin, or Ottawa." It’s “Occupy Everybody’s
Time, Space, and Energy.” I say good
riddance.
The definition of a protest is a group of
people coming together with a common change in
mind. Key words: common and change.
Otherwise, it is a group of people coming together
to do what we like to call “complaining.” What
started out as an organized rally against capitalism
It's Occupy Everybody's Time,
Space, and Energy

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By: Bridget Guan
“Deck the halls with boughs of holly, falalala—”
Screech. Crash. Bang. And that, folks, is the sound of a
train wreck. Okay, well, maybe not really, but at least
that’s what it feels like.
Good day everyone. My name is Bridget, and I
hate Christmas music.
Now, before you all scream "Bloody murder"
and stampede towards me with sharpened candy canes
and poisonous wreaths, hear me out. Good. Now put
the candy canes down. That’s better.
Why am I so averse to holiday music I admit,
when I was younger, I was as enthusiastic about
Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and
Frosty the Snowman as the rest of you.
What changed all of that Growing up.
How disillusioned I was when I stepped
away from elementary and middle school
and over the threshold of high school and
the (almost) adult world!
O Not So Silent Night
Because really, Rudolph the Red
Nose Reindeer was a terrible mockery of
some poor caribou’s sinuses—the poor dear (pun
intended) can’t help the fact that he is horribly allergic
to mistletoe! And as for Frosty, let me tell you, that is
one demonically-possessed snowman. Not enough for
you What about that classic, O Christmas Tree If I
wanted to sing to a tree, I would become an
environmentalist.
Frighteningly enough, the song lyrics aren’t
even the worst part. No, that is a rather dubious honour
reserved for the tunes of these songs. These jingles
obnoxiously worm their way into your ears and burrow
deep into your brain. Don’t know the lyrics That’s
okay! You can hum along endlessly to these tunes
anyways. What could be better than having infinite
falalas looping through your head when you desperately
need to study for that next math quiz or history essay
(for those who haven’t picked up on it yet, I’m
emanating waves of sarcasm right now)
These melodies won’t be easily forgotten,
either. And just like The Game, the moment you think
about them, you know you’re already lost. And don’t
think they can just be pushed out of your head, either.
Sure, you can try to replace them through replays of “I
just can’t forget you” or “Don’t call my name,
Alejandro”, but it won’t work.
Sooner or later, you will pass another Lisgarite
in the hallways. And, according to Murphy’s Law, this
Lisgarite will also be a member of any one of the Lisgar
music ensembles and will be humming the piece that
will be performed at Music Night. Of course, knowing
the time of year, that piece will be oh so
Christmacy, cheery, and migraineinducing.
And Bam! All of your hard work
will be wasted as another irritating tune
begins to loop inside your skull. I know
that this has happened to you before. I
know that each of you holds a grudge
against one music student or another for
their infiltration into your mind to the
background noise of sleigh bells.
The funny thing is, I have nothing against the
holiday itself. Sure, the decorations can be kind of tacky
and the term “White Christmas” implies at least two
inches of snow, but that’s a rant for another day. I can
even say that I like the days off from school and the
presents under the tree (who wouldn’t). So there must
be something else, apart from the obnoxiousness of the
music, that has turned me against Christmas carols…
Or maybe it all stems back to that one “Variant
on a Christmas Carol” that I played as part of grade 8
band, in which, out of a possible 72 bars, I spent 56 of
them repeating the same melodic fragment. Without
rests. I’m getting lightheaded just thinking about it. But
really, that trauma would explain a lot…

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Christmas Season Got You
Down
By: Jen McAlister
I
don’t know about everyone else, but the
start of Christmas preparations on November
1 st is a major debate in my house. My
parents and sister don’t see why people take
down Halloween decorations simply to replace
them with their Christmas counterparts. My dad
complains that radio stations constantly play
Christmas music. I, on the other hand, think that
the Christmas spirit surrounding November and
December is what gets many people who
celebrate Christmas through these two chilly
months, and I’m ready for Christmas music by
mid-October.
I understand that some people stress
about Christmas: what do I want What will I
buy my best friend Do I buy a present for
someone I just started dating This mindset
ruins the season for me, so I make a point of
reminding myself what Christmas is really
about—technically, it’s to celebrate the birth of
Jesus, but for most people nowadays, it’s about
spending time with those you love. Gifts are
simply monetary tokens that attempt to express
our love for one another. But can you put a
price on love No. Why do we spend money on
one another rather than spending quality time
with them
Sometimes I get depressed because few
people share my outlook: most are focused on
the stressful components of this should-bejoyous
season. Luckily, I’m able to cheer myself
up with the same thing my father despises:
Christmas music! I enlist the help of my
“Christmas Music” playlist to improve my mood.
This works without fail, as many of the best
Christmas songs capture the true meaning of
Christmas. Songs like “I’ll Be Home For
Christmas” and “Merry Christmas Darling” are
exclusively about wishing that you were
spending Christmas with one you love. So if
you’re feeling the holiday blues, just consult
your Lisgarwrite, because I have ten tips for you
in the form of songs. Listen to any one of these,
and you’re guaranteed to be merrier afterward.
Here they are, in alphabetical order:

Listen to any one of these, and you're
guaranteed to be merrier afterward.
1. All I Want For Christmas Is You –Olivia Olson (this is a cover of the original- it comes from rrrrr
hhhhhhhhhthe movie Love Actually)
2. Baby It's Cold Outside –Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel (from Elf)
3. Grown-Up Christmas List –Kelly Clarkson or Michael Bublé
4. I'll Be Home for Christmas –Michael Bublé
5. Jingle Bells –Barbara Streisand
6. O Come All Ye Faithful
7. O Holy Night –Kelly Clarkson or Glee Cast
8. Silent Night
9. Welcome Christmas –The Grinch Who Stole Christmas
10. White Christmas –Frank Sinatra and/or Bing Crosby

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Motorists find Mall is an Effective Thoroughfare
By: Akhil Garg
Increase in vehicular traffic attributed to Google Maps change
M
ore and more motorists are now using
Lisgar’s Mall as a road. According to statistics
compiled by students from a grade 9
geography class, there has been a 450% increase in
traffic along the 124 metre-long stretch. The students
pointed out that Google Maps has recently added a
road segment between the turning circle of Lisgar
Street and Queen Elizabeth Drive. Google’s addition
means that it might suggest the Mall as a valid route for
vehicular traffic.
Some motorists are quite pleased with the
addition. Ted Strock, a 58-year-old builder and selfdescribed
renaissance man, said: “I started to use the
Mall because Google Maps told me I could save 22
seconds off of my trip to work. And I save gas because
it’s a shorter trip.”* Another local resident used a
seemingly better reason for using the Mall. “The mall is
much faster for me because they always clean the snow
off of it by the time I come through in the morning at
7:45.”
School principal David McMahon was confused
about just how motorists saved time by going through
the mall. “I stand in the mall for an hour every day to
make sure that students get to class on time and that
nothing sketchy happens. It gets very crowded there.
Cars would have to go through very slowly.” He added
that standing in the mall was a very easy job because he
didn’t have to do much.
Most students aren’t happy with the extra
traffic. “Just the other day I saw an Asian lady trying to
navigate her way around the trees," one stated, "She
had to do a seven-point turn just to line her car up
correctly.” He continued to say that the traffic will
waste his and fellow students’ time.
Some students have put a positive spin on the
issue, saying that it might breathe new life into
reopening the tunnel between the north and south
buildings of Lisgar.
*Ted Strock added that he was a big fan of
Google, so much so that he wished readers to google his
name.
Lisgar's Mall

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A Short History of Two Collegiates
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isgar Collegiate has a proud history of being
one of the most well-recognized high schools in
the city. It has always encouraged excellence
among its students and staff. In 1993, to celebrate
Lisgar’s 150 th Anniversary, Mayor Jacquelin Holzman
wrote: “the Institution has always maintained an
unrivalled reputation as one of the finest educational
institutions of the region.” Perhaps this history is wellearned,
but Lisgar students have always shown
animosity towards a sister school. Most don’t even
know why.
By: Henry Schut
been so smart - little did they know they had been
outwitted! When they made for their ‘getaway car’ with
the Lisgar lads hot on their heels, they were astonished
to find that their trusty vehicle would not start. Only
after they had gone slinking down the street with their
tails between their legs did we discover the reason for
this technical difficulty. The distributor cap had
mysteriously disappeared.
VS.
Glebe Collegiate, which was founded in 1923,
has also kept up a tradition of excellence. There is no
question about the quality of education received at
either school, so what could possibly be the reason for
this competition Glebe Collegiate was originally
created as an expansion to Lisgar, which was then called
the Ottawa Collegiate Institute, due to an increase in
the student population. Indeed, Glebe was once
referred to as the Ottawa Collegiate Glebe Building,
with these names still adorning both schools to this day.
Concerning the championship Glebe vs. Lisgar
hockey game, the 1925 edition of the Vox Lycei states
that “the main interest lay in the rivalry between
(them).” A Glebe prank gone awry is documented in this
Lisgar anecdote from 1972: A carload of Glebe
Collegiate Senior Boys arrived “en masse” to attack the
hallowed halls of Lisgar! While they were inside playing
their pranks, our boys, led by Ian MacKenzie carried out
their tasks at hand. Those Glebe guys thought they had
During a tense Lisgar/Glebe clubs day in the
Glebe cafeteria, another incident took place. Over the
course of the meal, the students could not miss the
opportunity for the food fight that ensued. Even to this
day, the schools still pride themselves in their historic
competition.
The reason for this almost 90-year-old rivalry
remains uncertain. It most likely stems from the many
Ottawa Collegiate students that were moved to the
Glebe building in the early 1920s, sparking a friendly
contest between those who left and those who
remained.
Today, although the pranks have long gone, the
sense of school spirit remains in both collegiates. It is
almost certain that the competitive atmosphere set
down by OCI pupils so many years ago will continue to
drive Lisgar and Glebe students to championships and
awards in academics, athletics, or the arts.

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Disconnect, brotato.
By: Thomas Zhang
R
ecently, I’ve decided to spend less time online, less time on Facebook, less time instant messaging, and less time
obsessively checking my email.
On any given day, I can spend up to two hours partaking in these vacuous activities, and I’d like to see what life
is like without them. To me, these pastimes only marginally enhance my day-to-day experiences. Let's be honest as well:
at seventeen, I’m not nearly important enough to warrant being available 24/7, all day, every day. I would dare say this
applies to many of us.
So far, the experience has been great. I’ve been unbelievably productive. I save hours every day which I would
have otherwise wasted online, and I can use this time to follow pursuits that I actually enjoy. For example, I’ve been able
to spend much more time at home reading, a task that has been left unchecked on my to-do list for far too long.
However, I’m beginning to hear this from my peers:
BRO, YOU HAVEN’T CHECKED YOUR FACEBOOK OR CHECKED YOUR EMAIL OR CHECKED YOUR
PHONE OR BEEN ON GOOGLE TALK, MSN, SKYPE, OR FACEBOOK MESSENGER ALL DAY. WHAT
IS WRONG WITH YOU WHY ARE YOU IGNORING ME BRO WHY ARE YOU SO ANTISOCIAL
Oh. Hi there. I’m sorry; I didn’t check my email today. I didn’t know I was obligated to vigilantly monitor my
inbox every waking moment in case I receive a most desired message from your royal highness hiney. In fact, as far as
I’m concerned, I have no obligation to spend hours of my time online. I’m not sure why everyone is so incensed. It is as
though they have an egotistical delusion of grandeur, brought on by stroking their ego through countless Facebook
status updates and tweets. Perhaps it is just me. Though seriously, if you really needed to talk to me, and I really wanted
you to be able to communicate with me, I would have given you my phone number and you would have been able to call
me. It is so odd that these days, everyone is so hesitant to pick up the phone and call someone to chat.
Try unplugging from the Internet. Disconnect. Don’t be a part of that system. You certainly don’t need it. Who
knows You might even finish that novel you need to read for English class, or your darn TPCASSTT.

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How do you Solve a Problem
Like Maria
(Or, Ten Things I Love About Winter)
By: Rusaba Alam
You have three summatives due by the end of the week. You’ve been consistently late to your first period class
for the last month (“It wasn’t my fault! Honestly! The snow’s slowing the buses down!”). And to top it all off, your best
friend’s missed a week of school with the flu.
An early-onset case of the midwinter blues Well—how do you solve this problem like Maria True, it is a little
late in the year to be thinking about raindrops and roses, but we aren’t living in The Sound of Music. We’re living at
Lisgar in the wintertime, and these are a few of my favourite things.
1. Nothing beats that half-awake moment of pulling open the curtains first thing in the morning to see the newly
fallen snow.
2. What’s not to love about winter clothes Okay, so maybe you can’t just waltz out of the house in shorts and flipflops
anymore, but before you head out on a freezing day, you’ll be glad to have your warm sweaters and
woollen socks.
3. The Sound of Music taught us to love sleigh bells, which brings us to… sleigh rides! You don’t even have to be
familiar with Senior Orchestra’s current repertoire to know that sleigh rides add a magical note to the rhythm of
a crisp winter day.
4. Speaking of Sleigh Ride, would it even be winter without the seasonal music Love it or hate it, don’t be
surprised if you find yourself humming along to “Let it Snow” on the radio!
5. Late sunrises. What’s prettier than a December sunrise A December sunrise that you don’t have to wake up as
early to see, obviously!
6. Hot chocolate might steal the show right now, but basically any hot drinks are heavenly this time of year.
Starbucks not up your alley Try making yourself a cup of tea on those cozy evenings spent at home.
7. Skating on the canal—whether you’re just passing by on your way to school, or getting Beavertails with your
friends on the ice, this is one scene you’ll be sure to miss for the rest of the year.
8. The way the mall looks when it’s almost dark out. There’s just something about the way the grey stone, the
snow on the tree branches, and the streetlights all look together that makes the weather a little easier to bear.
9. That fantastic moment when your bus finally shows up after a long wait outside in the cold.
10. No matter how long the winter nights are, or how solid the ice seems, the one thing you know about winter is
that it ends eventually. Enjoy it while it lasts!

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An Interview with
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By: Liang Zhu
Mr. Arrigo has been a music teacher at Lisgar since 2000. Currently, he conducts
the Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, and Senior Jazz Band, but he has also led
Lisgar’s Senior Orchestra. His many jokes and good humour help make classes
and rehearsals that much more enjoyable.
For those who don’t know you, could you tell me a little bit about your job at Lisgar
My job here at Lisgar is primarily being the music teacher, and to conduct our ensembles. I’m the head of Fine Arts,
Business and Law, I also organize assemblies such as Remembrance Day, Awards Night and Commencement.
How did you first decide to become a music teacher
I used to tutor [music] in high school; I found that I really enjoyed it, and I liked conducting and working with musicians.
What would you consider to be your favourite part of teaching music
Just the opportunity to make music with young people, and being able to work on building something together.
And what about your least favourite part
I guess I don’t really have a least favourite part (Music is just so enjoyable).
Of the music that you have conducted, played, or listened to, what’s your favourite piece
Depending on the ensemble, when I conducted the Lisgar orchestra, it was the Crown Imperial, by William Walton. In
band, it’s Flourish for Wind Band, by Vaughan Williams. There are just so many great things I’ve conducted; it’s difficult
to pick one as my favourite.
You mention your mother-in-law quite a lot, could you explain that a little bit
She’s really just a prop, based on the stereotypical view of a mother-in-law. Any time I
have to describe something dark, or ugly, or ... large, she fits the bill.
With the holidays coming up, do you have any favourite holiday music that you
enjoy listening to
I listen to a very eclectic selection of Christmas music, from traditional Bach Christmas
Cantatas and the Messiah to the standard choral arrangements of carols, to jazz, and
brass arrangements.
To wrap up this interview, could you tell us one of your many jokes
What do you do with a dog with no arms and no legs
You take it for a drag.

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Muffins: A Classic
By: Lauren Lin
Cooking
Corner
Winter has begun to make its way into our lives, and we now need those simple pleasures that we can always
turn to (especially after battling the freezing temperatures). Biting into a delicious, freshly baked muffin is the perfect
way to bring comfort and warmth back into the unforgiving cold. Muffins are a classic treat that everyone in the family
can enjoy, but it can be difficult to find a recipe for muffins that doesn’t require many ingredients, or a lot of time and
effort, while still being tasty.
After my disastrous first attempt at baking muffins, I turned to the Internet and countless cookbooks for help.
Out of all the recipes that I have tried, this one is by far my absolute favourite (and my family’s as well). The recipe is
very simple, time-saving, and can be easily personalized for people with specific tastes, or allergies (for example, you can
substitute the dairy products with soy milk).
SERVES
Serves 5-8
PREP
10-20 mins
COOK
15-20 mins
Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
4 tbsp butter, melted
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 cup plain (unflavoured) or flavoured yogurt
2/3 cup milk 1/2 to 1 1/2 cups of berries or
chopped fruit (It depends on how many berries
or pieces fruit you want in your muffins.

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Directions:
In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
Then, stir in the yogurt, milk, melted butter, and fruit until it is evenly mixed. Some suggestions for berries and
fruit are: blueberries, chopped cranberries, grated apples, chopped pineapple, chopped bananas, raisins, and
sliced peaches! You can even throw in a few nuts. You can try the recipe with different fruits to find the one that
you like best.
Line your muffin pans with paper liner, lightly grease and flour, or use a baking spray.
Fill your muffin cups up at around 2/3 full (for these muffins, I find that a little batter goes a long way, so feel
free to experiment with the amount in each cup).
Set your oven to 400˚F, and bake the muffins for 15-20 minutes (or until a toothpick inserted in the centre
comes out clean).
Serve them warm.
Add some toppings if you’d like, and you’ll have great tasting muffins that everyone will love.
Good Luck And Enjoy!
Man it's hot in
here!
OMG!!!! A talking
muffin!

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Sleeping Beauty
December 2 nd
A
n extremely sensual film that has the
audacity to award itself an innocent
Disney movie title, Sleeping Beauty
depicts the story of Lucy, who is drawn into a
world of beauty and desires. There is definitely
a lot of 'sleeping' in this movie.
I Melt with You
December 9 th
By: Celine Fu
T
he dark adventure of four bromancing
men and the shattering promise they
made together. I seriously have no clue
what the trailer is trying to describe...but if you
are looking for a R-rated drama and thriller, I
guess this would be it.
Coriolanus
December 2 nd
T
his is the modern version of William
Shakespeare's Coriolanus. Starring the
sexy Gerard Butler and Ralph Fiennes, it is
a political action movie full of betrayal and
revenge. It’s classic Shakespeare, but it’s
recommended to you by the makers of
Gladiators.
New Year’s Eve
December 9 th
T
he New Year’s movie that doesn't
premiere on New Years...It is a
star mash up film that celebrates
love, hope, forgiveness, fresh starts and
second chances. Looks like a fun flick to
see with friends.
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
December 9 th
A
n espionage film situated at the height of
the Cold War. In this movie, everyone tries
to uncover the enormous secret of who
the double mole is in the British
Intelligence: the Tinker, the Tailor, the
Soldier, or the Spy There's more
to this game than you think; it is R-
rated after all...This is a definite watch
if you are a Colin Firth or Benedict
Cumberbatch fan.

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The Sitter
December 9 th
A
nother hit comedy starring Johan Hill. He
plays a suspended, jobless college
student who lives with his single mom.
Would you trust him with your kids For all
those comedy lovers, this movie is seriously
fun.
Alvin and the Chipmunks:
Chip-wrecked
December 16 th
U
p for some chip-songs and chip cuteness
Then watch Alvin and the Chipmunks:
Chip-wrecked. This reminds me of Lord of
the Flies, but don't worry, this is
chipmunk anarchy, which is definitely
merrier, and more amusing
(Considering there are actually girls
on the island.)
Sherlock Holmes:
A Game of Shadows
December 16 th
T
his is the not so exciting sequel of the
great Sherlock Holmes movie. Watched
the trailer yet It's just a mash up of
action scenes and cheesy jokes. Same concept,
different mystery; watch if you're a Sherlock
fan. (Spoiler alert: you get to see Sherlock, the
great master of disguise, in drag!)
The Adventures of Tintin
December 21 st
I
n a race against evil, the toooriginal
Tintin must spoil the
plans of an evil professor. With
the help of his cute puppy dog
and the not-so-intelligent "blue
sweater" Captain, Tintin must find a sunken
treasure ship before the greedy professor does.
This is a must watch for anyone who wants to
relive their old fancies.
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
December 21 st
L
ove the book Love Daniel Craig Then
watch this North American movie release
of the hit novel The Girl with the Dragon
Tattoo. It is the adventure of an
introverted, emotional and
homosexual tomboy detective. As I
have not read the book, I cannot
guarantee anything...but the trailer
is filled with sexual content,
violence, and mystery.
Mission Impossible-
Ghost Protocol
December 21 st
T
he mission, should you choose to accept
it, is to watch yet another mission
impossible movie, in which Tom Cruise
completes the impossible mission of
surviving governmental pursuit with his
awesome espionage skills and
physique...Action scenes and Tom
Cruise are all that matter,
right...Yeah right, mission aborted.

Horoscopes
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By: Lily Sundararaj
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Sagittarius (November 22-December 21): It's a good time to forgive and forget. Give someone a second
chance. You know he or she has worked hard for it, and I think you're already pretty sure you can trust this
person again. Let them back into your life.
Capricorn (December 22-January 19): Swallow your pride and help your friend in their time of need. You may
not have been getting along recently, but it's time you took the first step. Call, text, or talk in person, but it's
important to make contact now. Don't put it off!
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18): There's something that has been bothering you. Deal with it. You're not
doing anyone any favours by brooding or complaining. It is obviously important to you, so get some closure and
figure out this problem.
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Pisces (February 19-March 20): Procrastination is becoming a problem in your life. Not only in your
schoolwork, but also in returning calls, and its effects are definitely starting to show. Take a step back, make a
schedule and get your work back in order. It needs to be done sometime and there's no time like the present.
Keep your promises to yourself by following the schedule.
Aries (March 21-April 19): Don't overstress yourself this winter! Just get things done and you'll see the rewards
soon. You may not know it now, but before the end of 2011, a special reward is headed your way!
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Taurus (April 20-May 20): Be on the lookout for some sort of a sign. Something intriguing —perhaps of the
billboard variety It's an opportunity that you may miss if you're not paying attention! Be aware of your
surroundings and remember to take action and be aggressive.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): You've taken on too many responsibilities recently, but don't let it worry you. Make
sure to take a break every once in a while and you can definitely do it all. If it gets to be too much for you, you
know which one to back out of.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): You may feel that you have made a poor decision and that now it isn't doing you
any good. Rethink your plan and continue! You have put too much effort in to let it go to waste. Don't give
up now. No pain, no gain, right
Leo (July 23-August22): Be honest! Someone is relying on you and trusts you to tell them the truth. In this
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case, the truth is better out in the open as this person will find out sooner or later. Don't worry about hurting
feelings because the earlier you tell the truth, the less the hurt is involved.

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Virgo (August 23-September 22): Don't be afraid to speak your mind! When you have smart ideas in class,
voice them. Participate in discussions a bit more and you might find that it's just what you need to engage
yourself.
Libra (September 23-October 22): Sleep is a super important part of life, and as you know, you are not getting
enough. Just sleep! Don't take an extra long shower or watch too much TV. You know when you need to
sleep, so just do it. Lack of sleep causes a lack of focus, and if you continue with your current sleeping patterns,
you will see the consequences.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21): You're seeking advice, but you don't want to ask. Listen to that close friend
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you're thinking of asking. You may not always have agreed with his or her decisions, but in this situation, the
advice is valuable! So go for it.

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Out of Contexts
"If I was personally attacking you, you would know. I'm pretty vicious." -Ms. Whitfield
"It's almost like you're laughing with them, except they're not laughing." -Ms. Whitfield
"I don't want to see anyone eating even a morsel of food while the teachers are still being eaten."
-Mr. Findlater
"He walks like the terminator." -Ms. Whitfield
"Choose wisely who you're making out with." -Ms. Whitfield
"We'll save procrastination 'til last." -Ms. Whitfield
"I'm going to represent variance by my hands moving." -Ms. Asselstine
"It's like a flash mob of terror." -Ms. Whitfield
"Can you put the parabolas and stuff away They're making me sad." -Mr. Meng
"DBQs are the cat's meow!" -Mr. Meng
"Um. Don't you just hate it when your g-string breaks" -Mr. Meng
"I'll go to therapy and be like 'I don't like the sun. Help me.'" -Ms. Whitfield
"Maybe the inside of my nose just smells like a bakery..." -Ms. Whitfield
"Some of you are throwing around semi-colons like confetti!" -Ms. Whitfield
"Well, the Air Force is pretty sexy." -Mr. Turner
“I can’t tell if you’re calling someone… or shaving.” -Mr. St. Aubin
"Oh Romeo! Oh Juliet! Laaaame." -Ms. Whitfield

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Acknowledgements
Editor-in-Chief:
Bridget Guan
Layout Design and Formatting:
Mark Xue
Writers and Contributors:
Rusaba Alam
Akhil Garg
Bridget Guan
Bronte Gillis
Celine Fu
Will Lawrence
Lauren Lin
Jennifer McAlister
Henry Schut
Lily Sundararaj
Thomas Zhang
Liang Zhu
Teacher Mentor and Supervisor:
Mr. Hodgson
Special Thanks to:
Mr. Grills, Mr. Grose, & Mr. Arrigo
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feedback, and thoughts regarding this month's issue of the Lisgarwrite. We'd also like to know how our readers are
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