The Ironwood High School Glendale, Arizona Eagle’s Eye Volume 33 Issue 4 December 15, 2017 What’s inside? News

Read about Glendale Glitters’ excitment on... Page 2 Feature Christmas traditions to embrace Sarah Saunders com, the term Christmas comes there was another celebration on However it was not until Pope Staff Reporter from the ‘Christ Mass’ Christians December twenty-fifth. Saturna- Julius the first made it official that Find out what to get for Mangers. Reindeers. Candles. used to perform on the twenty- lia was created by Roman farm- the birthday of Jesus would be These are objects that have made fifth of December in remem- ers to mark the end of autumn and celebrated in December, as stated Christmas on... Page 4 the annual December holiday the brance of their God. celebrate their god, Saturn. by WhyChristmas.com. greatly celebrated jubilee it is to- As a matter of fact, this type The celebration grew and be- Additionally, no one knows the Entertainment day. of celebration began quite a long came an official Roman pagan actual exact birthdate of Jesus Not only does this time of year time ago in the ancient civiliza- holiday that also honored the be- because it was not written in the bring good will towards man, but tion of the great Roman Empire. ginning of the winter solstice, ac- Bible, or on any other found text. questions concerning the true his- As stated by Christianity.com, an cording to Historytoday.com. It is the cultures surrounding tory and story behind Christmas. old Roman bishop wrote these The first Christian emperor of the Mediterranean and across Eu- It is common knowledge that words in his ancient tongue, “De- Rome, Emperor Constantine re- rope that have influenced the tra- the original reason for this festive cember 25th, Christ born in Beth- placed all pagan holidays on De- ditional customs society has (or season is the birth of Jesus Christ, lehem, Judea.... December 25, cember twenty-fifth by declaring does) practice. whom Christians believe is the 336, is the first recorded celebra- that the birth of Jesus should be Son of God. tion of Christmas.” celebrated on this day, as stated According to, WhyChristmas. However, prior to Christmas, by Historytoday.com. Continued on Page 2... Get excited about up- coming moves on... Origins of Hannukah Modern Christmas crafts Page 8 that may surprise you to create this holiday Health Nathan Mendelsohn Hanukah, which means “dedi- Lexi Jarrell where this time of year. For a Online Editor cation,” observes the purifying Staff Reporter more modern twist on Christmas It appears everyone, or most and rededication of the holy tem- It’s the end of 2017 and the you could incorporate different people in the world know of the ple. world is continuing to modern- colors into your home. Silver and Jewish holiday Chanukah or Ha- The Talmud’s tale is the sec- ize. As we as a group become gold are just as festive as red and nukah and more specifically that ond part, and goes as such: im- more modern our traditions green, and sparkles always bring it replaces Christians’ Christmas. mediately after retaking the holy change too. Christmas is a time- holiday cheer. There’s also ways Though many think it is, Ha- temple, Judah relit the ner tamid less holiday however it can be to incorporate your old decora- nukkah is actually not a religious or eternal flame. Sadly, though, more modern. While the holiday tions into something new. Orna- holiday! Per reformjudasim. the only oil found in the temple its self is over a thousand years ment reaves are a new take on Learn how to keep your com, “The historical events upon was a small jar of oil that could old your decorations don’t have two classic decorations. which the celebration is based are only last one day. The soldiers to be. Colored Christmas trees Handmaking things has always New Year’s reloustions on... recorded in Maccabees I and II.” sent a man to find more oil, and have been in stores for some been around but it seems to have Page 9 Maccabees, while later added to this journey took eight days to time and are a modern alterna- gained an interest recently. There the Bible, tells the tale of warriors complete. Amazingly and magi- tive to the regular tree. are so many decorations you retaking their Jewish kingdom. cally, the small jar of oil burned Your ornaments and presents can make from stuff you have at View The legend says that a Syrian for all eight days, giving us the don’t have to be traditional ei- home. You can quickly turn your tyrant sent a massive army to Je- eight days of Hanukah. ther. Adding picture frames into living room into a winter wonder- rusalem and pillaged the holy Maccabees has changed over your tree can be a new way to land by cutting out snowflakes temple. Then, he erected pillars the years with different transla- incorporate your family into and having a little string. and monuments to the Greek tors and new perceptions of it, Christmas decorating. An alter- However, while looking at all gods and gave any living Jews though the original Maccabees native to time consuming wrap- these new traditions they almost a simple choice: conversion or I and II hold the most accurate ping paper is boxes. However all lead back to one thing, color. death. A resistance group known translation of the historic events not cardboard boxes, boxes with The new trend is bright colors as the Maccabees decided to fight years ago that still impact today’s lids. You can get them at stores throughout all your decorations. back. Mattathias was placed as society. Unfortunately, it is rather like Kohl’s which boxes clothes So this Christmas step out of your Discover the top the head and Judah Maccabee be- hard to find a good version of the around Christmas time or art comfort zone and break out a pair christmas songs on... came chief strategist and military Maccabees book but if you want craft stores that sell them for of scissors, some glue, and old Page 12 leader. Judah and his soldiers mi- to read this story yourself, a quick crafts or decoration. decorations or take a trip to the raculously led two decisive victo- search on the internet should re- While red and green represent store and modernize the timeless ries against the Syrians. ward promising results. Christmas, we see them every- holiday season. 2 Friday, December 15, 2017 News The Eagle’s Eye Ironwood’s 2017 Year in Review

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Ironwood hosts Patron Tour for community Ironwood Spiritline visits Kiss FM 104.7 Festivities to Celebrate the Season Christmas Traditions Logan Reeves send anyone begging for more. Wonderland. ...Continued from Page 1 monk named St. Nicholas. News Editor This year’s light show will end This year they decided to switch For example, the heathen prac- According to History.com, “It is Looking for something to do on December 16th leaving plenty things up. tices done during the old pagan believed that Nicholas was born with your winter this year? Or of time for those who want to Fox News reported that the staff holidays were still being prac- sometime around 280 A.D. in just want to get out of the house miss the opening weekend bustle. will dress in all white and in addi- ticed, and are similar to what Patara, near Myra in modern-day for a few hours? Then you are in For those looking for some- tion angel wings. The white will many cultures do today, accord- Turkey. luck because there is plenty in thing a little more adventurous, also help attract the butterflies as ing to Thought- Much admired for his piety and store for you. the Phoenix Zoo is putting on the well. co.com. kindness, St. Nicholas became On Friday, November 24th, the annual Zoo Lights display. One could say it would be wise Giving the subject of many legends.” switch was flicked on one of the This light show begun Novem- to wear white if you plan on at- presents is Charles Dickens was an author biggest traditions in the Valley. ber 22nd and will be open until tending the Winter Wonderland. a staple in of the famous novel, A Christmas With an Accord- a traditional Carol. added ing to expe- Christmas It is this work of fiction brought 1.5 mil- riencescott- ritual, but the movement of Christmas back lion sdale.com, Thoughtco.com states, “... the into popularity in the Western lights, “Winter Won- tradition can also be traced back world. The idea of good will to- the an- derland will to other cultures – the Romans wards everyone was brought to nual be offered on gave gifts between Saturnalia and attention in this book. It could be Glen- the following the Kalends, and during the Mid- for this reason how the term “the dale dates: Novem- dle Ages, French nuns gave gifts Christmas spirit.” Glitters ber 24th-No- of food and clothing to the poor The past has influenced the has be- vember 26th; on St. Nicholas’ Eve.” most popular holiday in the West- gun. December Additionally, putting up lights ern World in a significant This 2nd-3rd; De- whether outside our homes, or in- way. There are year cember 9th- side, is a customary and decora- many leg- was a 10th; Decem- tion for the season. ends, fables little ber 16th-17th; However, this type of prac- and stories swirl- dif- December tice was performed by ancient ing around this ferent 22nd-23rd, pagan worshippers who lit festival. how- and December candles and created bon- Although the true ever. 26th-Decem- fires to celebrate light, reason for this winter sea- There were a few changes this January 14, 2018. ber 29th.” according to Patheos.com. son has been debated and year as opposed to last years. This gives families plenty of This leaves guests with a multi- Another integral part of the argued for centuries one For starters, there were not as time to see the animals and the tude of opportunities to enjoy the mythical holiday that is present thing rings true. Christmas has a many vendors to choose from. light show along with it. exhibit. If you need something day Christmas is Santa Claus. He special meaning to everyone in This did make some more room While you walk from exhibit to do with the family this winter is widely popular and has become a different way. Whether it be to to walk around, which is a very to exhibit, keep an eye out for all there are many different places a figurehead of Christmas. The celebrate Christ, commercialism, nice gesture. of the LED eyes watching and for and times to participate. big fat-man in red has his own family, or dear friends, December One thing that has not changed the other animals of the night. All of the above are great places winding road of history. twenty-fifth is a day that will live is all of the food vendors. If neither of these peak your to go for all ages. So what will It is believed however that the in infamy. Anything from the Indian Fry interest, there is yet another event you do with your winter? modern Santa Claus was influ- Image Credits: clipartpanda. bread to the tornado potato could being put on by the Butterfly Image Credit: 10best.com enced hundreds of years ago by a com, clipartix.com The Eagle’s Eye Feature Friday, December 15, 2017 3 Ways to Personalize Your Christmas Christmas Recipes Raquel Warren niques. feet of jewelry string, 200 jew- Connor Burklow (2-layer size) red velvet cake mix, Editor-in-Chief One way is to print a design elry crimp beads, jewelry pliers, Entertainment Editor 1/3 cup oil, 2 eggs, 2 pkg. (8 oz. As the holiday season begins, and trace it onto the jar with the 100 lanyard hooks and 100 orna- As the end of the year brings each) PHILADELPHIA Cream why waste your money buying paint markers or simply cut the ments. endless Christmas cheer here are Cheese, softened, 1/2 cup sugar, decorations when you can make design out and glue them onto the To create the mobile frame, at- some ideas for some delicious 2-3/4 cups cold milk, 1 tub of your own! Below are a few easy jar. tach four of the same length jack treats that will be sure to lighten 12 oz. Whipped Topping, 2 3.4 crafts to help bring the holiday A few designs that you may chains to the four corners of the up the holidays with joy and won- oz. packages of JELL-O Pista- spirit into your home. like include Santa’s sleigh be- steamer rack using lanyard hooks. der! To begin, if you enjoy a nice chio Flavor Instant Pudding, 1 Firstly, an extremely easy deco- ing pulled by reindeer, a crescent Then take the ends of the jack animal themed treat you should 1/2 cups JET-PUFFED Miniature ration, as seen on agirlandaglue- moon over a town scene, or a chains and attach those to a cara- try Reindeer Cookies from Pills- Marshmallows and 1/2 cup mixed gun.com, are Popsicle Snow- starry forest scene with a deer. biner clip for easy hanging. bury. To create this recipe you green and red candy-coated choc- flakes. After you are completely done, Now to hang the ornaments, will need 1 package of 16oz Pills- olate pieces. First, heat the oven Only needing two items: pop- simply drop an LED white candle you will need to cut different bury™ Ready to Bake!™ refrig- to 350ºF and beat the first 3 in- sicle sticks and a lengths of the jewelry erated sugar cookies, 10oz cut gredients in a large bowl with a hot glue gun, these string and make loops chocolate candy coating, 24 small mixer until fully blended. Then, creative decorations on both ends using the white fudge-covered pretzel press the mixed ingredients into should not take long crimp beads to secure halves, 48 candy eyeballs and 24 the bottom of a 13x9 inch baking to make. Simply the loop. chocolate-covered creamy mint dish that is sprayed with cooking lay out your design, Put a lanyard hook candies. To start, heat the oven spray. Next, bake the ingredients glue them together on the top ends of the to 350°F and place cookies 2 for 12 minutes and after letting and done! string which will hang inches apart on ungreased cookie it cool completely, beat cream You can then use from the rack and an sheets while shaping each cookie cheese and sugar in a second large adhesive glue or ornament hook on the into individual ovals. Next, bake bowl until it is fully blended and tape to display your bottom ends for the or- cookies for 11 to 15 minutes and then add ¼ cup of milk and mix hand-made snow- naments. then after letting them cool for 1 well. Then, gently stir in 2 cups flakes for everyone Finally, to place the minute take the cookie sheets off of whipped topping and spread it to see. ornaments, you will the cooling racks to allow for an over the crust before whisking the Furthermore, an- want to place the lon- additional 20 minutes of cooling. dry pudding mixes and remain- other quick and easy inside, place wherever you would ger strings around the outside of Then, melt the candy coating as ing milk in a medium bowl for 2 decoration is a Mason Jar lantern. like and let the Christmas magic the rack and the shorter strings on directed on the package to prepare minutes. After you finish whisk- According to adventure-in-a- illuminate. the inside. you to dip the tops of the cookies ing stir in 1 cup of the remaining box.com, this project is great for Lastly, if you would like to It can be a bit difficult to get it into the melted coating and al- whipped topping and spread it adults and children, where you venture away from tradition a bit, just right, although, the site con- lowing the excess drip to come over the cream cheese mixture. will only need mason jars of dif- try this Floating Ornament Tree, tinued to suggest using rings to off. Finally, place 2 pretzel halves Finally, refrigerate your creation ferent sizes, blue spray paint, that is actually a lot easier than it create the cone shape of a tree. on top of each cookie for antlers, for 4 hours before you cover paint markers or cardstock and sounds. Therefore, for a better explana- 2 candy eyeballs for eyes and 1 with the remaining whipped top- LED white candles. Notmartha.org suggests using tion and visuals visit the website mint candy for the nose and then ping and the rest of the remain- Start by washing the jars and a steamer rack that can be found for any help. repeat to finish off the creation of ing ingredients. As you struggle then spray a thin, even layer of in a restaurant supply store to act Overall, hopefully, these DIY your fun holiday treat. Moreover, to think of unique ways to create paint on the outside of the jars, as the mobile frame that the orna- decorations can make your holi- if you enjoy desserts that con- the perfect treats for the holidays just enough so that the light of the ments will hang from. day all the more better, filled with tain red velvet you will certainly look back on the ideas in this ar- candle can shine through. 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TeacherTrinity Clark Algebra of class in previousthe years. ingMonth his own thoughts when StudentKassie Welch of the There are Month still challenges when Guest Reporter In regards to running his class- asked, students can form their Guest Reporter it comes to studying hard and There are all types of teach- room, Mr. Chamberlain always own opinions and get a grasp of Ambition, diligence, and posi- working hard. For Justin, “One ers in this world, each of them tries to “treat the students fairly what challenges they may face tivity is what drives senior Justin of the biggest challenges I face in outstanding in their own way, and with respect.” He holds in the future. Mr. Chamberlain Myers to be an exceptional stu- high school were the times I felt but some stand out from the rest. true to this motto by conduct- encourages a good work ethic dent in the classroom. It takes a unmotivated and depressed, but These teachers are the ones you ing the lessons at the pace of the by allotting time for students to lot of time and effort to maintain I always told myself it would get remember the name of for years students. complete their homework, and A’s and B’s, yet he has no trouble better and it did”. after leaving their classroom, While Mr. Chamberlain meets providing study guides before balancing his grades and his out- This is an important aspect in simply because of how hard the deadlines given to him, his tests in order to set in the “work side school activities. being able to achieve what does working and knowledgeable they biggest priority is ensuring that first, play later” mentality. When asked who his inspira- not seem possible to achievable. are, as well as how much they students understand the curricu- Another crucial part of being a tion was he said, “ My father be- Being successful in what you do impacted your life. lum being taught to them. Under teacher is how one decides to im- cause he is benevolent, wise, and is not always about intelligence, Steve Chamberlain is a name any circumstance, Mr. Chamber- prove their environment because always stays true to himself.” He but the attitude you have towards to remember. Chamberlain grad- lain will pause a lesson to answer it can decide where their energy continued to state that his father’s a situation that seems impossible uated from Garden Grove High a question, he will also address is being spent. In Mr. Chamber- line of work as a nurse also in- to overcome. School in California. He then distractions quickly and sternly lain’s case he still decides to fight spires him as “he sees the worst in When it comes to being in- went on to Eastern New Mexico as to not direct attention away for students’ best interests, while people yet still remains hopeful” volved in school Justin is in skills University, which is located in from the board, which is a chalk- also taking into account what and “always tries to have a sense USA Club for engineering where Portales New Mexico, earning board as he prefers it. Grades would be best for the school. of humor in everything he does.” he gets to compete in state com- his Bachelor’s degree in sci- are updated every other day, if When asked the question, Knowing Justin since kindergar- petitions. ence, which he coins as his “B.S. not daily, in his classes, which “What could improve your posi- ten he has these exact attributes Allowing him to get more ex- Degree.” After completing his shows his dedication to keeping tion as a teacher?’, he responded as his father. He has grown from perience in one of the fields that education, Chamberlain needed students informed and prepared with saying that wishes students a smart boy to an intelligent man he is interested in making into a to decide his career path. for tomorrow. came bettered prepared in math who anyone can be proud to call career. Which will get him ahead Taking into consideration that For the same reason, Mr. from 8th grade to 9th grade. a friend. Justin plans on going to where he wants to be. he had, and still does have, a Chamberlain finds it very im- A teacher’s priority in the to GCC for two years and then The reason I had chosen Justin desire to share his knowledge portant to convey “a good work classroom should always be to transfer to ASU to become either Myers as student of the month is with the people around him, ethic and share real life stories their student’s education and a nurse like his father or an en- because seeing how he has been Mr. Chamberlain decided there with my students.” He feels it well-being. gineer. Although, for the time be- able to grow as a person and how would be no better position for is important to give students an In this way they are an es- ing he is focusing on school and he is able to continue being a suc- him than that of a teacher. idea of what the real world is sential part of creating a stable working at Babies”R”Us, which cessful student no matter what Mr. Chamberlain has been like, as he understands that high future for society, and helping he states is “A humbling experi- has stood in his way. working for the Peoria Unified school does not always give its specific individuals to have the ence”. Work hard, serve babies. He has been an inspiration of School District at Ironwood High students the best idea of it. most successful futures they can. He balances work and school by mine for many years. School for over 24 years. Within Through having class dis- This month, the newspaper “Setting my hours, so I have time I believe he will be even more this time period, he has taught cussions on news and topics would like to congratulate Steve to rewind and go to work”. Mak- successful in life than he is now the Algebra 1 class (both block affecting the modern day, as well Chamberlain for his exemplary ing time to make money and be a in high school. Image Credit: cli- and year-long) and the Financial as Mr. Chamberlain express- job at completing this task. successful student. part AZ 4 Friday, December 15, 2017 Feature The Eagle’s Eye Christmas Movies Sledding to Fun For The Holidays! During Break Alexis Garibay Additionally, The Nightmare nals with his wit ad creativity. Alexis Garibay ing Beauty’s castle illuminates Before Christmas also deserves The same wit and creativity he in the night with snow falling to Feature Editor some light this upcoming uses is seen in the second film Feature Editor the crowd to add a magical touch holiday, as both Halloween and when he is lost at the airport and to the show. Started back on No- Christmas is on its way, which One thing on students’ minds Christmas are cel- mistakely takes a flight a New vember 10th this special holiday means there will be a plethora this time of year is the long- ebrated in the film. York City. However, once again event will be in full force until of movie marathons occurring awaited Christmas break, when The film itself is he must defeat January 7th. to encourage you to get into the the stress of finals is finally over. enjoyable for the same festive spirit. Below is a small Although boredom can occur anyone want- criminals Furthermore, happening list of Christmas films that you during this time, there are still ing to see a from the locally, Zoolights has already should definitely binge watch this many events taking place that Christmas film first film begun and it is bigger and better holiday season. can stop the boredom from last- with a spooky while also than ever. Around the Phoenix ing. Here are just a few ideas Zoo, two and a half million lights To start off, A twist. making an of what you could possibly do will be strung throughout the Christmas Story uexpected Moreover, during the winter break. park. Some activities include: the is a must watch friendship a beloved carousel, camel and wagon rides, film that will defi- with the If you are looking to get out film enjoyed and even a stingray touch tank. nitely be on repeat city’s crazy of town and spend some qual- throughout the years According to 10best.com, “there throughout Christ- bird lady. ity time with close friends and is Elf starring Will Fer- is also an orchestrated light show mas day. If you family, Disneyland is all decked rell, Zooey Deschanel Also, How the Grinch that happens every hour.” Not have not seen out for the holidays with a ton and Peter Dinklage. Stole Chirtmas deserves to be only will there be many festivi- the film, it of festivity to surely cure your Following the journey metioned as it is loved by many ties in store but a ton of food as is about boredom. The holiday magic will of Buddy the Elf to find during this time of year. Jim well to enjoy. a young sure be in store because one of his estranged father in Carrey stars as the Grinch in boy named the most famous attractions at the city of New York, Elf this live-action adaptation of the In the city of Glendale, they Ralphie Disneyland, “It’s a Small World,” could become a family children’s book written by Dr. will be hosting their annual Parker that will be decorated to give the favorite because of its Suess. Glendale Glitters event. This desperately ride a more festive feeling. Even humorous flare. festive event will be occurring wants a Red While the Grinch has grown the parade down in Main Street, every Friday and Saturday night Ryder air rifle, Furthermore, sme honorable to absolutely the Who’s and U.S.A will have a Christmas Fan- until Christmas comes around. even if he might shoot mentions include Home Alone Christmas, Cindy Lou Who is tasy Parade, with a ton of Disney Just like Zoolights, thousands his eye out. Ralphie and Home Alone 2. Both films determied to change his mischie- characters sharing their joy for of lights and holiday décor will struggles to uphold his go through the journey that vous ways. the merry season. Inspired by be present everywhere you look. Christmas spirit throughout young Kevin McCallister takes Tim Burton’s film The Nightmare Sliding into January, the Glitter the film as he also deals when his parents neglect to take In conclusion, if you and Before Christmas, The Haunted and Glow Block Party will be the with bullies and his relation- him on their holiday trip with your family have plans to stay Mansion will be decorated with closing ceremony of the holiday ship with his parents, who his other siblings and family in for break and have a movie a festive touch from October’s season. seemingly have different point members. marathon, these are just a few spooky layout. Later in the of views. A Christmas Story is a suggestions to possibly add. evening, a firework spectacular With Christmas break just film enjoyable for all ages. In the first film Kevin is left Image Credit: clipartxtras.com “Believe…In Holiday Magic,” around the corner, be sure to at home to ward off two crimi- icollector.com will be occurring just as Sleep- check out these amazing events! Stuff Your Stockings Fashion of the

Sarahfor Saunders thismember orChristmas even someone im- good old fashioned handwritten LexiWinter Jarrell Seasonmovie night. Staff Reporter portant to you, there are multiple letter is an excellent choice. A While this isn’t an add Tipsy- Bows. Wrapping. Ribbons. reasons to give a person some- step further would be to write it Staff Reporter elf.com has a huge selection of Aisles upon aisles filled with thing. However, once deciding out on Christmas themed paper It’s December and at this point Christmas stuff. brightly colored signs com- on who is deserving of a pres- that presents your we’re descending into winter. manding you to buy this, no this, ent from you, now one must work even more as Along with our sleeve lengths They have item. Noisy fellow customers decide what to give these a Christmas present. our wardrobe color needs to tights, grabbing the seemingly certain individuals. Then The thoughtfulness transition to winter perfect item they there are the different types of will not be lost on the socks, with us. sweaters, needed. While gifts one can give. A wise strat- owner. However, perhaps pajamas, any- you are staring egy would be to choose a gift what you really need is a present Jewel thing you could imagine. aimlessly at rows that reflects the person’s person- for the popular “White Elephant” tones like of presents that cry ality. For example, you could, gift exchange. At times it can emerald, Warm shoes are also a must out to you demanding their “Transform a deck of cards into be difficult to decide how silly burgundy, and have as the temperature purchase. Sales tags beam their thankful thoughts or memories,” or impractical a gift should be. deep purple drops. Luckly we have outrageous prices in an attempt as stated by Buzzfeed.com. This According to, Whiteelephant- are great colors for boots for men and to thin your starving wallet. may seem time consuming, but rules.com, “... If you can find winter. wom- en However, there must be a better is really thoughtful because you something that’s both funny alike. way to go shopping during the are writing fifty two things relat- and useful, you’ve hit the White At this point the mornings are holiday season in this oh so ing to this person. According to Elephant jackpot.” An excellent cold and difficult, layers modern world. However, in the Buzzfeed.com, another great gift example would be the “beard are our one Gray boots seem to be this past this was not the way to ac- idea would be planning a vaca- hat.” This functional and useful defense. So layer up and year’s winter fashion trend and cumulate gifts. The tradition of tion or road trip with some- item is a knit beanie that has a they go with everything. Scarves bring a cup of giving gifts began centuries ago one. Again, this is the type knitted beard attached. Although are also a timeless and useful in ancient Rome. They of gift you might want to the holidays are not all about cocoa along to item of clothing. did because, accord- share with someone you materialistic items and com- try to survive ing to Theweek.com, are very close to. Howev- mercialism, this does not have to the early mornings. This holiday season use com- mon sense and “Pagans in Europe and the er, perhaps you want be the case. Giving someone a Thick socks and boots will put on Middle East gave presents at to get a simple gift for gift can simply be an act of help you stay warm all season a jack- et. several winter festivals, includ- someone you perhaps do showing that person you long and can be holiday themed. More im- ing Saturnalia, a raucous Roman not know as well. An excel- care. There is no need Spread the holiday cheer portatly festival in honor of Saturn, god lent gift would be to buy a to go overboard and give to all of stay in doors. of agriculture, which began on Christmas card and choose a every single person you know those near Dec. 17.” Although we do not gift card that can go inside of it. a gift. Or perhaps you honestly with festive The best advice I can give if give gifts for the same reason, it This type of gift is not careless cannot give people presents this Christmas you do not have ay of these items is at this time of year that mil- or meaningless. It shows you year, you should not feel any attire. in your closet is to ask for them lions of people around the world want to give the owner bounti- pressure. The holidays are a for Christmas. are searching for the perfect gift ful choices, for free! 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Sarahgame Saunders extravaganzaDurant and Lebron on one court. the Warriors.” superbowlNathan Mendelsohn of the year! Staff Reporter However, the game at 5:30 PM The last game of the day will Online Editor While this may seem like a According to the calendar, De- is sure to be an interesting game take place at 10:30 PM on chan- Keeping up to date with the trivia award to some, to the play- cember the twenty-fifth will be between rivals the Boston Celt- nel TNT, according to Nbcsports. NFL can be tough, but making ers who get it. It represents the on a Tuesday. It is on this day that ics and the Washington Wizards, com. predictions and placing bets can hours of hard work they put in ev- the 2017-2018 NBA season will according to Pr.nba.com. The The Minnesota Timberwolves be a fun way to immerse yourself ery day to improve and help their kick into high gear. Five games rivalry between these teams has and LA Lakers will be taking the in the experience. Here are a few team win. This time, according to will take place throughout the been heated and almost comical court on the Lakers’ court. predictions that are 100% correct, sbnation.com, there are two wor- day, and ten teams will vie for in previous games. Additionally, There has been some doubt give or take a few 99 percentages. thy candidates for this award that their chance to win in front of a the Houston Rockets and Okla- about the ability of the new addi- For the most famous title to stand out. major audience, most of America. homa City Thunder game is sure tion to the Lakers team; however, receive during the season, MVP First, Austin Hooper: “The According to Pr.NBA. as stated by Bleach- or most valuable player, here are Falcons have been trying to find a com, the first game on erreport.com, “New three players that just may earn it. great tight end since Tony Gonza- Christmas will be tak- team president Magic To start, Aaron Rodgers of lez retired. Hooper has shown he ing place at noon and Johnson did not just Green Bay Packers: While past could possibly be that guy,” con- can be watched on the hop aboard and take performance is usually not an in- tinues sbnation.com. ESPN channel. The first control of the fran- dicator of past performance. Rod- Last, Grady Jarrett shows great team to face off will be chise.” gers finished last year hotter than flashes of skill, growing to a the New York Knicks All in all, Christmas ever and is sure to turn up the heat three-sack performance. Could he vs Philadelphia 76ers. is going to be a day to even more this season. be the one to bring home the most This game has poten- remember. Next up is Tom Brady of New improved player award? Now tial to be a good watch, The NBA has created England Patriots: If he had not for some fun, what coach is go- however, the 76ers have a lineup of teams that been suspended, most likely the ing to be fired first! We all know a history of being injury have something to of- MVP title would have gone to that coaches get fired all the time, prone, according to past fer throughout the day. him last season. Chances are he but who is going to get the boot games. The second game is go- to be show stopper. According In fact, watching TV does not will return to claim it this time. first. Well a lot of people say it is ing to be a fierce battle between to Pr.nba.com, one can tune into have to be something you do Finally, Dak Prescott of Dallas going to be Todd Bowles of the the Cleveland Cavaliers and the ABC at 8:00 PM to watch the alone. Cowboys: The Cowboys have all New York Jets. The Jets are in full Golden State Warriors from Cali- quick and offensive fun this game The holidays are about spend- the pieces to be a great offensive, rebuild mode. There is no reason fornia at 3:00 PM, as stated by will hold. ing time with family. but they will most likely have to to be optimistic of their wanting CBSsports.com. It is encouraged As stated by Si.com, “The These games are sure to be en- do it without Ezekiel Elliott. If to keep Bowels around. His seat to tune in to ABC and watch this Rockets and Thunder will both be joyable by the whole family, if Prescott can carry the team to vic- is practically on fire. Watch care- game because one will have the vying for the second spot in the you do not mind exciting offense tory, he just might get the MVP fully, study the stats, and pick opportunity to watch arguably the West next year, and both loaded and defense games. honor. carefully for whom you think will best players of the NBA; Curry, up in the offseason to prepare for Image Credit: printerfriend.ly Next up, most improved player win what prizes. Announcement ihs athlete shoots Schedules- • Spring schedules will Biancafor Harkless successbefore sports and this mentality inand seems lifeto be very supportive Staff Reporter has definitely paid off. of it. not be printed. Creative, fun, selfless and Not to mention, she is quoted She says that, “It is a safe place original are some words that can with saying, “If I do not pass then and a lot fun.” be used to describe Baylee Nis- I do not play.” According to junior, the GSA’s wonger. There is a chance to make a lot secretary, Clardia Beatty, “She Niswonger is a 9th grader, who of new friends if you play sports adds her opinion on topics that • All students will be re- plays on the Freshman basketball or join a club. we will talk about during meeting team and is part of the school’s Niswonger has made some new and also share her past experienc- GSA club (Gay Straight Alli- friends since joining the basket- es in different scenarios.” sponsible for looking at ance). ball team. When asked about what Nis- She is in the wonger was the their schedule on Stu- Wing position on most excited for her team and has during the season been playing bas- “If I do not pass then I she responded dentVUE. ketball for a for a with, “Just to be year now. on the team and to “Basketball has do not play.” meet all the peo- always been my fa- ple on the team.” vorite and it is like She does not living a dream when I step on that She believes she can bring just care about the athlete label • Students will also be ex- court…” Niswonger said when positivity to the team and that can like some athletes do. asked about why she played bas- be very helpful resource in many Niswonger cares a lot about pected to arrive to class ketball. sports situations. basketball and seems to be very The Niswonger family is very Niswonger believes that being happy with the idea of just being supportive of her decision to play on the team is like living a dream. on the team. on time on January 8th. basketball at school. “It is fun to learn more about the Balyee Niswonger is a fresh- If you go to a freshman game sport…” she says. man who plays the wing position look for number 24, it is the num- She wants to play softball and for the Freshman Lady Eagles. ber she picked in honor to support soccer in her next years here at She is an active member of the a friend of her’s, who no longer school. school’s GSA and is an extremely • Spring schedules will be plays the game. Her motivation behind these caring person. Managing school and sports goals include that she used to She has made many friends can be a very hard thing but Nis- play soccer with her dad when thanks to the basketball team and finalized by December wonger seems to have the right she was younger. is a good student. idea when it comes to the difficult However, softball is just a sport Baylee has made a great addi- management. she wants to try. tion to the Lady Eagles Freshman 31st. She believes that studies come She is in the school’s GSA club basketball team. Favorite Characters of Christmas Folklore The Jacks: The Pumpkin King and the Spirit of Winter A Perfect Match: Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus Alexis Garibay offer, Jack returned to Halloween Town with Connor Burklow His name was used to personify winter itself Lexi Jarrell has his elves and his reindeer to help with the Nathan Mendelsohn be mentioned in several short stories, poems, Feature Editor an idea that seemed genius at first but became Entertainment Editor through the use of tales, poems and songs Staff Reporter whole endeavor. Online Editor and other works until finally evolving into her This is Halloween, this is Halloween…. a nightmare. In the chill of winter one character stands and was responsible for creating spi- It’s nearly Christmas and chil- His reindeer include Dasher, Dancer, While Christmas time brings to characters own character. wait a minute it is most definitely not Hal- The plan to take over Christmas and make out to me the most as he is given little rec- rals on windows and chilling dren everywhere are wait- Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blit- like Santa, Jack Skellington, Rudolph, Jack While her husband spreads joy and pres- loween anymore. Christmas is indeed on its it his own took a toll, and was almost ruined ognition for his role in the season that many people during winter. ing for the same thing, zen, and of course Rudolph. Every Christmas Frost, and other famous males; girls hardly ents, Mrs. Claus works hard in the kitchen way, which means it is time for the spooky for the townspeople. have come to enjoy. Though sometimes, for Santa to come night they bring his sleigh to flight. Santa is get the recognition during this time of year. and elf workshops to keep every full of food creatures that come out on Halloween night When Jack realized his mistake, he did not His name is Jack Frost and he is the per- he walked around with a down their chimney. the face of a much larger group of people Often pushed aside, forgotten, or over- while devoting thanks to feasting. to plan how they will take over. At least this give up on trying to fix the terror he created. sonification of winter itself. paintbrush and would paint As we all know who bring holiday cheer to all. looked, Mrs. Claus is a secret fierce lady Possibly due to Santa’s cheerful attitude, was the plan Jack Skellington had in mind in By doing so, he had to defeat the menacing Jack first appeared in Scandinavia as the autumnal leaves in various Santa travels around Santa represents holiday spirit, he is some- working hard to make Christmas special for Mrs. Claus developed a take charge, blunt at- The Nightmare Before Christmas. Oogie Boogie and free Santa Clause, since he son of the Norse god of winds, Kari. fiery shades. the world every thing that brings joy to all those who believe. children all around the world. titude. Not to spoil it for those who have not yet was kidnapped so Jack could portray as him. According to rotosopers.com, he went by I personally enjoy this leg- Christmas Eve to de- Santa created an escape into your imagina- Now we all know that marriage does not “While often sweet and helpful, she was seen the film, but this plan does not go well With his return as the original Santa Clause, the name Jokul Frosti, which actually trans- end because he is not recog- liver presents to all the tion where hot cocoa flows and snow always happen overnight, in fact, Mrs. Claus first ap- also feisty,” describes mentalfloss.com. for the creatures of Halloween Town. Al- he brought Christmas to Halloween Town lates to frosty icicle, and appeared as an old nized for being a large figure good children and sleep falls. He created a warm and safe state of peared in literature in 1894 as a character in It is even said that she will smack Santa’s though his plan failed, Jack Skellington did and the holiday was officially restored for the man but occasionally was a child or teen. in most holiday traditions but in deprived teenagers who mind for a holiday that can bring on stress. “A Christmas Legend,” by missionary James hands often to get him back on track and of- not give up on trying to restore Christmas for townspeople. Frosti was related to frost giants but was the few that he is in he is a figure just took finals. Santa has Santa like Christmas is a timeless tradi- Rees. ten demands to occupy Santa when he goes what it is supposed to be. As a young child, I was always mesmer- depicted as a sprite or elf in most stories in that just wants to make winter been around for a while tion. You can always count on him to leave The story is described by mentalfloss.com on his Christmas’ rounds. That being said, Jack Skellington is my ized by The Nightmare Before Christmas which he appeared. the enchanted holiday that it despite his questionable presents under your tree. Santa dedicates his as one in “which a couple disguise them- “I’ve not worn it since we fled from Fairy- favorite Christmas character that deserves and Jack Skellington from the moment I first His myth quickly traveled to countries is. As this winter myth has a eating habits which I whole life to others and only asks for cookies selves, angel-like, as travelers, and seek shel- land our wedding day; some recognition. watched it. Jack will always play a big role such as Russia and Germany in which he was small role and with origins myself completely re- in return. ter with a family. How we sped through iceberg porches with Although Jack was adored by all in Hallow- in my childhood, and I am extremely thank- known either as Father Frost, who forged being both humble and late to. While putting out cook- As it turns out, the Northern Lights for torches! een Town, he began to feel bored from be- ful that Tim Burton created this film. I have chains to bind the Earth and its waters, or as ever changing, Jack Frost Saint Nick has ies for Santa the two strang- You were young and slender, Santa, and we ing limited to one holiday every year. When loved it then, and I will continue to adore it Old Mother Frost, who was a white haired is a character that any- also starred in don’t forget ers are not the had this very sleigh.” strolling through the forest, he encountered as an adult. hag that created snow by shaking out a feath- one can enjoy as the many movies about his rein- Clauses at all, This excerpt from Katharine Lee Bates’s the doors that lead the way to each holiday To conclude, Jack Skellington is my favor- er blanket. winter season comes some of which deer, they enjoy but long- 1889 poem “Goody Santa Claus on a Sleigh celebrated. ite Christmas character of all time. For those He was mostly portrayed as a happy mis- into full effect! feature his carrots lost fam- Ride,” ends with Mrs. Claus demanding San- From Valentine’s Day to Easter, he soon who have yet seen The Nightmare Before chievous being that decorates the world in Image Credit: workshop. and ily mem- ta tuck her into the sleigh. He does. stumbled upon the door to Christmas Town. Christmas, I cannot recommend it enough. wintry shades but if he was angered he would riseoftheguard- He doesn’t ap- bers in Over the last hundred or so years, Mrs. While exploring what Christmas Town had to Image Credit: disney.wikia.com suffocate the offender to death with snow. ians.wikia.com do it all ples. double Claus has somewhat lost her demanding at- alone, Rein- dis- titude a bit to mellow out a bit more. Santa deer guise. Now-a-days she is more of a plump, cheer- also don’t Still, ful wife. mind real or Often filling Santa with warm coco and the oc- not real, cookies before he ascends to the sky on The Ghost of Christmas Yet-to-Come casional Rees had Christmas Eve. treat so created a Maybe this year put out some sweets not Logan Reeves when the burial goes unmourned. Scrooge with his life, but with a cost. don’t be legend.” only for Santa but also his loving wife just News Editor The previous spirits may have played with Showing Scrooge the almost hunger ridden shy to mak- incase she decided to take the yearly trip with We all know about the three ghosts of Scrooge, but that is obviously not the incen- children of the Spirit of Christmas Passed, ing them their him. Christmas and how Scrooge must endure a tive of this larger than life figure. the Phantom scares the truth into him. own cookies. Through- While Mrs. Clause once was a fireball of at- visit from them. As a matter of a fact, shmoop.com stated Scrooge no longer wishes to ward off the Have a great out the next titude and fierce stature, we like to think that However, the Ghost of Christmas Yet-To- that the original author of the story, Charles ghosts, but rather keep them in his presence Christmas and few decades, deep down she still is. Come has to be the one to really persuade Dickens, changed the label of this character. so he does not have to return to his reality, as don’t forget Mrs. Claus would Image Credit: mileskimball.com him. He is no longer the “Ghost” or “Spirit,” he reported by shmoop.com. In the A Christmas Carol film starring Jim has been dubbed the “Phantom.” Furthermore, Scrooge does not attempt Carrey, the Ghost of Christmas Yet-To-Come Of course this only adds to the im- to attack the Phantom but rather accepts is portrayed as and almost Grim Reaper fig- age of a tall figure with a skel- his pity and strikes a deal with him. In ure. etal body and long flow- doing this, it restores his humanity The Ghost says nothing but shows Scrooge ing black gown. soon after the Ghosts departure. The Beginning of Christ what will happen if he does not change. The Phan- The Phantom of Christmas Yet- In the 2009 movie, Scrooge is chased tom spares To-Come may show up on your Sarah Saunders filled with hay. This seems unsanitary and Wealthy men and women that believed His down by the apparition through the streets old doorstep this Christmas season Staff Reporter quite demeaning. Message offered gifts and money in repay- of town. if you have the case of “Bah A manger is a wooden box However, it is in this fashion that Jesus of ment. Eventually, the Ghost of Christ- Humbug.” filled with hay that animals Nazareth slept after his birth. However, Jesus did not accept these offer- mas Yet-To-Come shows Be grateful and nice to ev- in a barn can eat from. It Mary and her husband Joseph did not have ings and had no objects or land to His name. Scrooge being buried in his eryone and you will go an- is typically dirty and a great deal of money, and could find no inn In spite of this He lacked nothing during His own grave. other year without meet- grimy from the spit to rest their heads. time on Earth. The message ing face-to-face with the and sweat an animal Mary was forced to deliver her baby, the He remained fed and clothed, even fed from this scene Phantom himself. leaves behind. Son of God, in a barn filled with animals. It thousands of Jews with bread and fishes that comes ap- Image Credit: dis- This does not does not seem logical for a king to be born miraculously multiplied. parent ney.wikia.com seem a good in this fashion, yet it was the way God had However, it is the sacrifice of He made at place to lay your chosen for his son Jesus. Calvary on the hill of Golgotha that truly head down and It is because of this unusual and hidden en- showed His everlasting grace and mercy. Je- sleep for even trance to the world that made the powerful sus gave His own life and hung on a tree even a second. rulers in Jerusalem ignore Jesus throughout though He didn’t have to lay down His life. Imagine his childhood. This act proved to the Romans that they tried putting However, the poverty and lack of wealth to kill a Man of God. a baby that caused the feeble Jews to love Jesus Yet it was what happened three days later in this when He helped them. that made the Jewish believers of Jesus re- box His kindness and grace to all He met was joice in thanksgiving. The tomb Jesus had proof He was significantly different than the been held in was opened by no man, and held slave drivers of Rome that oppressed Israel. no body. It is no wonder that a holiday celebrating To this day Jesus’ body has never been Jesus, Christmas, is a time when many people found. It is this fact that gives Christians faith spread “good will towards man.” and hope in what they believe. At this time Additionally, Jesus’ ability to give joy and of year it beneficiary to examine one’s soul peace was welcomed by the poorer districts and find what they believe in, whether it be in all of Israel. He traveled all over His country- God, family, friends or love. land, preaching and healing the sick. Image Credit: aliexpress.com 8 Friday, December 15, 2017 Entertainment The Eagle’s Eye

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Alexis Garibay tance will be preparing for their ered by four teens who must en- Nathan Mendelsohn Jamie tries to practice every DecemberFeature Editor battle with the First Order. ForMovies all dure through what Alan Parrish IhsOnline Editor Mistroday as she often plays concert It is finally the winter season; of you Star Wars fans, The Last left twenty years ago. Also, like Ironwood High has over three with her orchestra at churches and you are cozied up by the fire Jedi will be released the 15th of the original, the teenagers must hundred students in band! With other venues. drinking hot coco and enjoying December featuring Daisy Rid- survive the challenges that they that soaring number of talented Her biggest accomplishment the snow falling outside the win- ley, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac face in the game in order to live individuals, it can be challenging in her musical has happened two dow. and the late Carrie Fisher. on in the real world. Moreover, to pick one of them to the spot- years in a row. Well, that might be a fantasy Additionally, coming out De- Jumanji stars Dwayne Johnson, light. After practicing nonstop and considering that you live in Ari- cember 20th, the remake of Ju- Jack Black, Kevin Hart and Nick However, this month, the stu- going through the stressful audi- zona where it never snows, but Jonas. dent does not partake in Iron- tion process, Tsou was selected that should not stop you from Furthermore, the third install- wood’s great band. two out of thousands of other at least getting into the holiday ment of Pitch Perfect will be Jamie Tsou plays in an orches- students to play in the Regionals spirit. You might not be able to making its way to theaters on tra with her friends outside of Festival hosted by Arizona Music enjoy the snowfall, but here is a December 22nd. After having the school and practices hard to keep Educators Association. list of movies you quite possibly chance to win the world cham- up with the demand. According to Tsou herself, “I could enjoy during the month of pionships, the Bellas soon drift Jamie Tsou began playing vio- like to play classical pieces on my December. apart while also realizing that lin at age eight in the third grade. violin the best. My favorite being A big one that will be the sec- there are no jobs regarding their Tsou explains, “The violin has Canon in D by Johann Pachel- ond film to the Star Wars sequel musically gifted talents of a cap- always appealed to me since I was bel.” trilogy, following Stars Wars: The manji will be hitting theaters. pella. very young. I’m not sure why.” Jamie Tsou currently does not Force Awakens that premiered Much like the original, once you For one last time, the Bellas While Tsou also plays piano plan having a career in music, in 2015, is Stars Wars: The Last encounter the game Jumanji you have a chance to reunite for the and other instruments, violin is though she did in the past, now Jedi. must play in order to survive, USO overseas tour and make what she claims she is the best at she is more interested in the med- In this film, Rey has a chance since you become an actual play- some new memories to last a and most adapted to. ical field. to truly discover her powers with er of the game. lifetime. To conclude, be sure to When asked who inspires her, All in all, Jamie Tsou is a very the help of Luke Skywalker, even The film has a very modern make the most out of what De- Tsou responded that, “My mom talented Junior musician sure to though he is quite unsettled by the twist, an example being that in- cember has to offer by looking has always inspired me when I excel later of in life. Keep on play- strength that her abilities have. It stead of a game board Jumanji out for these films. was young. My mom still inspires ing your classical music, maybe is also mentioned that the Resis- is a video game console discov- Image Credit: StarWars.com me in everything I do.” even write your own piece!

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However 2 which comes out on June fif- year on November 21st Wreck-It- EntertainmentMovie Editor According toReleases IMBD, the movie he soon finds himself facing off teenth. ofRalph 2018 is back on the big screen The grace of a new year brings is about the King of Wakanda, against corporate rivals that will According to MovieInsider. with his new movie Ralph Breaks the joy of many things: new T’Challa, returning to the ad- do whatever it takes to find the com, Avengers: Infinity War is the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph. goals, new aspirations, but even vanced African nation after his fortune. about the battle that Marvel fans According to Cinemablend. better new movies! father’s death to take his place as Later on in the year during sum- have been longing for. com, the movie will follow Ralph As the new year approaches, the rightful ruler of his kingdom. mer two movies It will have the largest cast of and Vanellope as they escape fans are becoming more hyped Then, a little more than a month that have Marvel superheroes ever before their arcade home and enter the than ever. after, the movie Ready Player been seen on screen team up to face vast landscape of the Internet. This is because the promises One will be premiered on March off against their greatest foe yet, These are only a few of the of movies that have been building 30th. Thanos. many amazing films that will be up and becoming highly antici- As IMBD states, the mov- Along with this film,moviein - coming out over the duration of pated over the past few years are ie’s setting is rumored to be sider.com also stated that the the upcoming year with fans al- set to release in the year 2018. placed in the near future in an plot of Incredibles 2 will ready reserving tickets in excited Below is a list of a few of the online game called ‘The Oa- be about Mr. Incredible hav- anticipation. cinematic masterpieces that audi- sis.’ ing to care for Jack-Jack and the Make sure to look out for these ences have been longing for. After the founder of the game building up high levels of ex- rest of his family. Of course with titles as they are released over To start, at the beginning of the dies, the main character Wade citement are Avengers: Infinity the help of Frozone. Meanwhile time! year on February 16th Black Pan- Watts joins the hunt for the hid- War. It will be coming out on Elastigirl saves the world. Image Credit: Thebobcatprowl. ther will be released to audiences den fortune the founder placed May fourth and the Incredibles Lastly, at the very end of the com The Eagle’s Eye Health Friday, December 15, 2017 9 Tips for safe traveling Advice to overcome emotional this winter break issues during the holidays Raquel Warren delays and pack your carry-on Connor Burklow them keep their mind occupied so pacity to contemplate their strug- Editor-in-Chief and checked luggage wisely for Entertainment Editor that they do not focus too much gle. The busier they are the better As Winter Break begins, some security checks. As the winter season swings on the negatives that their illness of they will be. start to pack their bags as well as For example, any liquids in into view and Christmas spirit feeds off of. Finally, a way to assist a person they prepare to travel for the holi- your luggage, such as lotion or begins to rise for another year, According to mayoclinic.org, that is lonely is to introduce the days. So, if you are one of those shampoo, must be in 3.4 ounce or it has also come to be the time one of the better things you can idea of making new friends and people planning to make a trip or smaller containers sealed inside a to address the issue of emotional do to assist someone is take them allowing it to become a reality. two, whether it be by car, train or clear Ziploc bag. struggles during this supposedly out for a breather such as stargaz- According to dbtselfhelp.com, plane, continue reading to learn Plus, make sure your phone jolly season. ing or a walk to help keep their working on relationships is a sure what you can do for safe travels is fully charged and if you plan Many people see Christmas as mind from drifting. way to help battle the lonely bug during this holiday season. on taking gifts, especially on the a happy time of year but for some Next, another thing that may as repairing old friendships, tend- Firstly, if you are traveling by flight, do not wrap them as they people it is actually seen as the help a person struggling with ing to current ones and creating car, trafficschoolonline.com sug- may be unwrapped for inspection opposite. new ones gest to plan your route and pos- in security. Rang- will allow sibly even an alternate route by Lastly, if you wish to travel by ing from the per- checking which roads will have train, tripsavvy.com advises to depression son to for- more travelers so it can help you pack light so your luggage is easy to stress, get about save time from heavy congestion. to carry and lift but also invest in this issue their past You can also add a day or two to a lock, carabiner or something to has not “...Keep their mind occupied so that they fear of dy- your trip to avoid the most popu- secure your bag to the overhead been ad- ing alone lar days when others may travel, rack so they will not be easily sto- dressed in as they and it may even give you some len. the way do not focus too much on the negatives...” will know extra time on your trip. Also, have your own bottled that many that they Probably the most important tip water and snacks with something believe are sur- would be to check your car main- to do for the long hours. the topic rounded tenance before leaving, such as Equally important, when transi- deserves by people oil level, tire pressure and lights, tioning to a cooler climate, as we because that care. to have a smooth journey to your all know Arizona is practically the population is too busy spread- depression is planning out a set Having friends may seem like destination. warm all-year round, start with ing Christmas cheer without won- schedule that will allow them to a simple part of life but to some Other tips include bringing a base layers and build up as you dering if others have the same enjoy the things they love doing people it is their whole world. GPS for unexpected situations adjust to the temperature change, mission. but also stop them from having During this holiday season and extra change for toll booths. as seen on lifehack.com. Below will be ways to help enough time to overthink. challenge yourself to help a per- Furthermore, according to Overall, as you arrange to people that are struggling with As stated by Time, “Don’t stop son in emotional need as they smartertravel.com, you should go see family and friends dur- those issues in the best way pos- doing what makes you feel good, cannot always fight off the grow- try to get an earlier or later flight ing these upcoming weeks, keep sible for whoever needs it. even if you’re busier.” Being busy ing darkness inside of them and when it is least congested if you these tips in mind for a safe voy- To begin, one way to help is not necessarily a bad thing but will greatly appreciate any care wish to travel by plane. Be sure age there and back. someone combating the mental can be good as the person will not or concern that may be shown to- to also leave early in case of any Image Credit: sweetclipart.com complication of anxiety is to help have the energy or emotional ca- wards their plight! Ways to accomplish Plan ahead with healthy New Year’s resolutions eating tips for the holidays Sarah Saunders modern way to create this list Alexis Garibay cautious with your beverage as guests. Staff Reporter could be adding the app, Coach. Feature Editor well. You do not want to add too By doing any of these sug- The new year is rapidly ap- Me on your phone. What is more important than many calories or sugar into your gestions, you can keep a healthy proaching! December thirty-first However, what should you add spending time with family on the meal. distraction away from the holiday will mark the end of 2017. Janu- to your list of goals? The most holidays? Obviously…the food. Additionally, maybe eating feast. ary first will be the introduction to popular resolution in the United It is very tempting to stack up more than one plate of food is not Moreover, cpmc.org sug- the 2018. It is this day that marks State is the goal to lose weight. your plate with every gests, “Eat until you the rest of the year, New Year’s The sad truth is that resolutions food item that lays be- are satisfied, not Day. are very easy to break and give fore you, but by doing stuffed.” Get into It is a special day for many up on, especially getting in shape. so one may feel ex- the habit of portion people in different As stated by life- tremely bloated after- control to refrain ways. A popular hack.org, “It’s easy wards. from overheating. If tradition to usher enough to start an To keep from feel- you are absolutely in the new year is exercise and diet ing this way after your full, do not continue the act of creating program, but the holiday meal, here are to eat. New Year’s reso- trick is to find a de- some tips to eating Of course, there lutions. What is cent one that will healthy. might be grandpar- a resolution you give you steady First and foremost, ents or other family may ask? Accord- results and will be be wise with your food members encourag- ing to dictionary. easy to stick to in choices. Take a look at ing to finish your cambridge.org, the long run.” what there is to offer, plate, but everyone’s “A promise that Additionally, and choose your fa- diet differs from per- you make to yourself to start do- there is no way to magically com- vorites over your least son to person. ing something good or stop doing plete the set of goals you set for favorite foods. Be sure It should not be something bad on the first day of yourself. There is no shame in to always add vegeta- expected of most the year.” not completing them, but a great bles or fruit if you can people to clean their Although the idea of becoming sense of pride at the end of the to keep your plate bal- plate if their stomach a better person sounds appealing, year if you do. The 2018 year is anced. on your to-do list. No worries, just cannot take one more bite. sometimes it is difficult to know full of possibilities to do what- Also, if you plan to add extra you can opt out extra food for an In conclusion, the holidays will how to go about creating this list. ever you’re hoping for. Do not your first round, add less to your enjoyable activity. be most definitely be a main pro- There are many ways to plan your let procrastination keep you from next. You do not want to get into Perhaps you have yet to deco- vider of food during break, but resolutions. Some people prefer being the person you would like a habit of overeating. rate the tree, or wrap some last- with these tips you can be sure to to write their ideas for improve- to be. If you are going to be cautious minute gifts. You could even stay healthy. ment on a piece of paper. A new Image Credit: weclipart.com with your food choices, then be participate in a game with your Image Credit: moziru.com 10 Friday, December 15, 2017 Columns the VIEW Behind the Perceptions on Manhood Headlinewhich he returned the truck to its someone disagreeing with us For example: for Spartans be- owner. Again, I saw pictures and is one key part in many debates coming a warrior was the most videos of people being reunited and even an underlying cause for distinct way of being a man with family and friends after the this division.Many people do not around, however at the age of 18 shooting. What brought me to agree with some of the things that to complete their training they tears was when a man was reunit- I believe or think. That is great had to the Helot Killing ritual. ed with the other man who helped and all, but that also means that According to theartofmanli- rescue him. The flood of emotion I do not agree with them. I can ness.com, “The young man would that came from the two of them see where Graham Allen is com- be sent to the countryside with just overtook me. I have family ing from when he says that we are only a knife and his wits. His ob- in Las Vegas, including a 12 year the problem. We are humans and ject? To kill as many state-owned Logan Reeves old sister, and hearing what these it is natural for us not to meet eye Nathan Mendelsohn slaves, called helots, without be- News Editor people did to help one another hit to eye on many different things. Online Editor ing detected and return to his “United we stand, divided we home for me. Furthermore, Gra- How we react to someone having Dear stupid people, let’s talk school in one piece.” fall,” was stated by Abraham Lin- ham Allen, US Army Veteran, has a different opinion is where we about something. In this generation, there is a coln. Many people nationwide gained popularity amongst my are wrong. Some of you reading All around the world, from the strong movement of ending the will tell you that 2017 has been friends and family. I came across this may disagree with what I am smallest tribes to the most bus- idea of construct of manliness a very hectic year. Between riots him on Facebook and he makes saying and that is the beauty of tling cities, manliness is an idea and changing it to something across the country and hurricanes it, YOU CAN! It is when angry that the males think about con- more fragile and with emotion. ravaging the East coast there has people start fights which escalate stantly. This undertaking sort of came been many unfortunate events. It and turn into physical disputes In early America, manliness out of nowhere with gender fluid would be easy for us, not only as that we start becoming the issue. was tied with social position. fashion becoming a trend and Americans, but as neighbors and 2017 has proven a point to me. True manly men owned slaves more men feeling it okay to talk friends, to become divided. In The United States and Her people who were not even half of a real about how they are feeling in- many cases, we are, but I would are not perfect by any means, but man. stead of bottling it up. say that there are still a handful of in a time of need or crisis, we As people became equal and I personally believe that manli- people who are doing their best to bond together and face the odds. women started to join the work ness can mean whatever you want stick it out. When Hurricane Har- Good people helping other good force, men felt their manliness it to mean, just by being a man, vey hit, I personally saw many people in their community and was being threatened by anyone you are pretty manly. pictures coming from all over so- going out of their way to aid the being able to do what once only Help the world realize that it is cial media and YouTube of people relief efforts. Just because some- they did. okay to be a bit open and vulner- leaving their homes and belong- one does not agree with someone The definition of manliness able now and then. ings behind. Memories they had else does not make it justifiable had changed drastically over his- The moral of this is pretty sim- created with family or new be- to start a conflict. We are free to tory, varying from culture to cul- ple, stop being a jerk and just be ginnings all washed away. At the think whatever we want. There- ture, but currently settles in some you.Being you is the best you that same time, I saw people from all videos labeled, “Dear America.” fore, regardless of what has hap- weird place of “not afraid of any- you can be. across the nation coming together These daily rant videos pick apart pened in the past year, we can thing and being a macho man.” If you do not want to be what to help the effort. Matt Carricker hot topics in our society and he learn from our mistakes and take In some civilizations like your generation defines as manly, of Demolition, Vet and Off the hits on some key points. In his note of our strong points. In the Greece, manliness was more as- then do not! Ranch alongside with Robert “What we all want to say about grand scheme of things, we are sociated to money and power, the Who cares what others think, Terkla of LunkersTV traveled division in 2017” video, Allen all here together. No matter what higher up you were on the social and to be honest, not that many to help. These two men are only touches on how we have become we may disagree on, any sort of ladder, the more of a man you people care anyway. one example of the masses who so divided in America. “What di- preference to any argument or were. Celebrate life and rock your came together in a time of crisis. vides us you ask? Us,” Allen stat- any crisis, we are in this together. Not practiced anymore, in an- manliess. In the Las Vegas shooting there ed. He explains how just because “United we stand, divided we cient civilizations and some cur- Also, most girls do not like the were reports of a man obtaining we have the right to do some- fall,” Abraham Lincoln… rent tribes, trials were conducted macho man look because, believe a strangers truck to use it to help thing, does not make it the right Image Credit: ninelineapparel. with boys partaking in them to it or not, most men become jerks transport wounded to safety, after thing to do. How we respond to com prove themselves a man. trying to keep their pride. Promises from Experiencing the Anonymous throes of love on. I just really want to heal. was your last day you would want Everything feels like it is gonna I just… to spend the day with them. be gone. I just want to be happy for my- Not doing all the things you Kids say they wanna die before self never got to. they even give it a try. And NO one else. Not bungee jumping and para- I try… I just want to be me, sailing. Try to understand all the things Living so carefree. Not all the activities the world that are wrong. But I am stuck in misery, offers. Try to understand why it has Trying to find a way to make it On your last day on this earth been so long. through the day. you would stay on the couch with I’m done. Just keep my tears bottled up your love. Done with you and your claims. and my head held high Lexi Jarrell You would ask them to run Raquel Warren Do you think this is a game? Because one day I might learn Staff Reporter away and marry you. Editor-in-Chief Do not play me like a fool be- to fly. Love is a whirlwind. Love is certainty in everything I am done. cause you know I can be cruel. But today’s not that day, so take It is give and take. you do. Done with this feeling of losing Did you forget I was my moth- it a step at a time. Love is flying with your feet You do not second guess your control. er’s child? A temper that can be And soon that bottle will tip, steady on the ground. decisions because you know they I cannot seem to grasp or get so vile. and my stomach will flip It is trust. are the right ones. a hold The nice ones always get As my troubles spill out… If you do not trust the person Love is knowing that if you do Of this, walked over, I am done. you are with you do not have a everything else in this life wrong This thing called life. Just wait these long legs can make Wait, relationship. you will have done one thing Life. you the joker. But think beyond doubt Love is hard. right. Life was once easy, too easy. I a m done. That I will figure this out, It is compromising even when Love does not have age, it does Those feelings of optimism and Done with feeling lost. This thing called you hate the proposition. not have gender, love trumps ev- glee slipping away as time ticks I feel fake, like this is not real. Life. It is knowing that if tomorrow erything. The Eagle’s Eye Editorials Friday, December 15, 2017 11 Why America is Still the The “Payable” Greatest, Even with Trump Wall of Trump Jakob Miller in the event of Donald Trump provided by Pew Research, a Leslie Velazquez undocumented immigrants and getting elected. But, in fact, global think-tank. And, accord- 0.47 percent of documented im- Staff reporter according to popular magazine ing to Forbes magazine, another Staff Reporter migrants, according to the Cato study of comparative incarcera- “Business Insider”, stocks have highly successful business maga- “And who is going to pay for “I’m just going to move to tion rates. “The crime rate among risen by unprecedented amounts zine, the bottom 5% of income it?” he’d ask. “Mexico!” they Canada”, “I’m picking up and immigrants is much lower than it since the day of our Presi- citizens in the US are still richer would shout. Donald Trump’s moving if he gets elected”, “Not is among the general population. dents’ election. The economy is than 68% of the world’s popula- pledge to build a ‘big beautiful my president”. So spending all this money to go booming, the worth of Mexican tion. This is absolutely CRAZY, wall’ and have Mexico cover after immigrants, a safer popula- currency in America is down, and for anyone to believe leaving all the costs is, unsurprisingly Sound familiar? In 2017, these tion, really makes no sense at for most of the public, false. phrases have become all too and the worth of the DOW Jones is the best option in a “failing all,” said California representa- Trump’s motives for building commonplace, but are ultimately reached a record high in the first America” is sheer ignorance. tive Juan Vargas. Along with the wall are starting to seem less unnecessary. As a strong patriot week of his presidency. For those lower crime rates than citizens Onto my final topic about and less reasonable over these and lover of my country beyond of you that don’t know, the DOW raised in America, the population why things aren’t so bad last few months. With the US the man in charge, and we of undocumented immigrants has under the tyrannical rule National Debt at $20 trillion as a country are not do- fallen from 12 million to 11 mil- of a bigoted overlord. and increasing every second, lion in the past decade. Mexico, ing as badly as you may Illegal immigration has expenses for the Mexican without a doubt, is not going to think. Sure, we may be seen quite the drop since border should be either spent Is it really bad enough be paying for the wall. Unless trillions of dollars in debt, the step-up in securing in a logical, helping idea or set America and Mexico come to locked in a war against of our borders by the aside and kept. The US spends an agreement on what should be an invisible enemy in the to flee to Canada? President. Why is this a more money than it receives, done, who is stuck paying for the Middle-East, and have a good thing? A. It saves and what it does not need is 30 wall? Well, U.S. taxpayers. Also, massive illegal immigrant us money on paying for billion dollars being used to try I will admit that there are obvi- problem, but all in all, the US of Jones consists of the top earn- illegal hospital care, and B. it to block out the 2nd highest labor ously migrants crossing into the ing nusinesses of America and allows for a healthier, steadier force participators in the US, A is still the place to be. United States illegally, but a wall growth of people who want to be Mexicans. Time and resources their stock prices. Again, another will not keep them out as long Firstly, let’s talk about a surge here and improve here and are that are being used to build the indicator of a highly successful as their labor is needed on the in new jobs in just the first year willing to go through the long wall are being spent without America, despite the “demon other side. America’s immigrant of Trump’s presidency. Accord- and overly complicated immigra- reason to supposedly block king” we put in power. situation should not be handled tion process to do that. “them from bringing crime,” ing to the White House website, in this way of using up more supposedly from Mexico. In a 235,000 jobs were created in his Let’s talk about escaping money to keep them out when So I leave you all with this: study by The Sentencing Project, first month, and in the first 100 America, then. companies who need their labor Is it really bad enough to flee to a criminal justice research and days, 550,000 jobs were created. call them in either way. Whether Compare the standard of Canada? Or can America take an- advocacy group, they found that Does that sound like a failing it is laws that set boundaries or living for the United States to other 3 years of Donald Trump’s “foreign-born residents of the work force or a struggling na- an agreement, the wall hardly has twitter and deal with it because United States commit crime less tion? the Global Average. %6% of any logical reasons to keep being despite outrage surrounding his often than native-born citizens.” the American population lives built. The U.S. can change, in a election, the America as con- Among people aged 18-54, 1.53 Or, perhaps a more popular in the “middle class”, or makes th good way, the immigrant condi- trolled by 45 President Donald percent of natives are incarcer- topic amongst adult skeptics, the more than 50,000 a year. This is tions. Just not with a wall. J. Trump is still pretty dang ated, as are 0.85 percent of stock market’s supposed failure far more than the estimated 7% impressive. What is the Meaning IHS Staff Soars High Clardiaof Beatty Commonexample of this is young teens Sense?what can we do as a society to David Limone season was just about as success- walking into objects while look- change the way right and wrong ful as the previous seasons. How- Staff Reporter Staff Reporter ing at their phone. A funny event is learned? No one can truly ever, the team showed plenty of promise that season The 2016-17 that shows everyone how aware say for sure, but common sense Congratulations, Ironwood What is common sense? season can easily be described you are of your surroundings. is something. everyone should High. You have finally found What is the opposite of com- as magical, as the historically the perfect basketball coach. mon sense? From the day you have. bad Ironwood basketball team Common sense is one of the Although Jordan Augustine only finished a 16-9 record and ad- are born until the day you die, items you can find at the Brain Common sense is a part of began coaching Ironwood’s vanced to the playoffs. The first common sense should be a daily Store. Where all things found the human mind. It is something basketball team in 2015, he game of the playoffs was against habit for you. But how can you has become a respected figure in the brain are now sold at a we are losing everyday. Com- Agua Fria High School, a team use it if you don’t really know on campus and could become reasonable price. It is next to the mon sense is as old as the human that crushed Ironwood early in what common sense truly is? one of the greatest coaches in fun facts and the funny jokes. race, something our caveman the season. Fortunately, they school history. In 2009, Augus- The meaning of common sense Although schools do ancestors discover and got their revenge on Agua Fria, tine moved from West Jordan, is good sense and winning 66-58 and advancing not have Com- experimented with. Al- Utah to Arizona to play college sound judgment to the next round of the playoffs though common sense basketball at Arizona Christian in practical mat- to face Apollo. Apollo was one is an ancient part of the University, an NAIA program. of the best teams in the state last ters. So, if you have human race, it is still He played varsity basketball for year. Ironwood was prepared for good sense and sound important to continue in all four years and was a starter the game but fell to the basket- judgment you are okay. for three. At ACU, he earned the next generations. So ball powerhouse, 79-66. Al- But, is that the true mean- multiple scholar-athlete awards our great grand childern though they lost in the playoffs, ing? and accolades for his success in would not walk into Ironwood was more than proud the classroom. After his playing objects. for what they accomplished, We as a whole use the career, he became an assistant as their basketball team finally past to guide us into a better coach for the ACU program. He In the end com- found success thanks to Augus- mon Sense as a class, also graduated with a degree in future. There was not always mon sense is old, tine’s leadership. Yourvalley.net it would not be hard to go English and became a teacher at good sense and sound judgment awarded Augustine as Coach of though the class. It would be but still useful to Ironwood High School. During in the past. The 20’s, late 30’s to the Year for the west side of the man kind. So next 2014, he was asked to write for mid-40, and some many other the same everyday, they do valley for the amazing season. time you are con- a high school basketball web- not pay any attention anyway. Going into this season, the team decades are great example of fused about common sense, site called prephoops.com. This Learning about common sense is much more confident than they this. So how can you tell what is watch how people act day to day. website is designed to spotlight would not even need a teacher, were in the past when they were common sense and what is not high school basketball players just program a robot to say the Watch someone move on the a losing team. Now, with Augus- common sense? looking for a chance to play in bus for an elder. Watch someone tine’s coaching and guidance, same thing over and over. college. College recruiters rely open the door for someone else. the players are sure that they will Well, one way to know is on Augustine’s articles to look Also an app can be made so Give someone a complement have a successful year. Turning to learn though parents and for any intriguing prospects they the Ironwood basketball program schools. But now even that has kids can learn common sense and see how it brightens their may want to recruit. After the around is just part of the remark- whenever and where ever. Par- day. Each and every day is filled 2014-15 season, Augustine was shown falsely useful. The newest able things he has done. Not ents no longer need to sent time with examples for com on sense. asked to coach a struggling Iron- generations now rely on false even 30 years old, Mr. Augustine showing their kids right from Something old with new tricks. wood basketball team and agreed ways to understand and how to has had quite an impact on Iron- wrong, their phones will. But, Image Credit: guestlecture.org to take the job. The 2015-16 use common sense. A common wood and high school basketball. 12 Friday, December 15, 2017 VIEW the VIEW Krampus is coming to Popular Christmas songs to

townConnor Burklow this ChristmasAustria placed a ban on the cel- Sarahlisten Saunders to duringJingle all the way, Oh, the what fun ionholidays in which Jesus was born and Entertainment Editor ebration of Krampus during the Staff Reporter it is to ride, In a one horse open where He slept. According to, Before St. Nicholas just left coal 1920’s because he resembled Sa- Can you hear that melodic sleigh, Jingle bells, jingle bells, AZlyrics.com, a less known verse for the naughty, another figure ap- tan too closely. sound coming from all four cor- Jingle all the way, Oh, what fun to the song is: “I love Thee, Lord peared with the big jolly Christ- The figure soon lived on in ners of the earth and squeezing it is to ride, In a one horse open Jesus, Look down from the sky, mas legend to punish those that Austria and Germany and was al- into your ears? You guessed it, sleigh,” as stated by AZlyrics. And stay by my side, ‘Til morn- had been bad. This dark mythical lowed to be returned to tradition that joyful, or downcast, melody com. ing is nigh.” figure went by the name of Kram- as a folklore legend in the 1960’s. is the sound of Christmas music. The third widely known classic In conclusion, the fifth most pus. Krampus has not been given Being banned seemed to be It is not uncommon for the ra- is “The Christmas Song” which popular song in the Western as big a spotlight as his counter- futile as he became more popular dio to be filled with songs about was song by Nat King Cole. The World culture would be “Mary part Santa Clause even though his than ever as modern day Austri- the most celebrated holiday in the lyrics are more known than the Did You Know.” The song was history credits him for having an ans and Germans attempt to con- Western world. It is in December title of this song, and they are: performed by the acappella group equal role in the important season nect with the culture and tradi- that there are a few Christmas Chestnuts roasting on an open Pentatonix, yet written by Mark of Christmas. tions of their ancestors. songs that are holiday favorites. fire, Jack Frost nipping at, your Lowry. According to geniuslyr- To begin, Krampus appeared Moreover, the half-goat half- In fact, Mariah Carey wrote and nose, Yuletide carols being sung ics.com. The first verse is: “Mary around the night of December 5th demon monstrosity provided the performed the song, “All I Want by the choir, And folks dressed did you know that your baby boy along with St. Nicholas to punish main focus for a holiday festi- For Christ- will one day walk on wa- the bad and reward the good. As val in countries such as Austria, mas is You.” ter? Mary did you know St. Nick would place candy in the Germany, Hungary, Slovenia and The chorus that your baby boy will shoes of the well behaved, Kram- the Czech Republic. According is: “Oh, I save our sons and daugh- pus would punish the naughty by to nationalgeographic.com, the just want ters? Did you know that beating them with birch branches holiday is known as Krampus- you for my your baby boy has come or stuffing them into his sack so lauf and it involves drunken men own, More to make you new? This he could torture or devour them dressed as Krampus chasing peo- than you child that you’ve deliv- at his lair. ple through the streets as a way of could ever ered, will soon deliver According to smithsonianmag. honoring the winter legend. know, Make you… Mary did you com, Krampus’ origin had noth- This revamped tradition is a my wish know?” ing to do with Christmas but in- way for people to become closer come true, It is during this time of stead comes from pre-Germanic to understanding the spirit of the Baby, all year that you can listen paganism as the son of the Norse Christmas traditions of their an- I want for to any of these songs and goddess of the underworld, Hel. cestors while also enjoying the Christmas really get into the Christ- Additionally, when pagan festi- fun that comes with dressing up as is… You!” mas spirit. There is noth- vals were replaced by Christmas, the mysterious figure that roamed As stated by ing more enjoyable than Krampus was changed from an the night as a sort of judge, jury genius.com. performing menial tasks all-powerful symbol of witchcraft and punisher. The sec- with cheerful, or sorrow- to being associated with the devil Therefore, as Christmas ap- ond popular song is “Jingle up like Eskimos,” as stated by ful tunes in the background. No and being forced to wear chains as proaches, you better watch out Bells” which is a timeless classic. metrolyrics.com. one can complain or be cynical to seem inferior to Santa Clause. because Santa Clause is not the The Michael Buble version fea- Additionally, “Away In a Man- about listening to Christmas mu- As stated by mythology.net, only one coming to town! turing the Puppini sisters is very ger” is a delightful melodic song sic, enjoy this once a year experi- the Catholic Church and some Image Credit: pinterest.com famous, and the lyrics of the cho- that is a holiday staple. The song ence. political parties in Germany and rus is: “Jingle bells, jingle bells brings to remembrance the fash- Image Credit: genius.com THE EAGLE’S EYE TEAM

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