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THE North Thurston High School RAMPAGEFebruary 11, 2011 Issue 308 A day in the life of a Thurston kid... Valentine’s Day Feature Inside! Feature Jersey Shore Favorites Jwoww Mike Sammi Deena Ronny (The Situation) Vinny Pauly D Snooki Angelina Jersey Shore is a television show that also been a lot of controversy over the usage follows the lives of eight characters while of the terms “Guido” and “Guidette,” which is they live together for the summer in a house an ethnic slur for working-class metro Ital- in Jersey Shore. The show is currently in its ians. Italian-American groups were outraged third season. All three seasons have consisted at this projection of themselves in an incredi- of the same characters. The only difference is bly less undesirable manner. When this show that in the first two seasons the eighth charac- first aired, it was said to be a “new low for ter was Angelina, who left early both years reality television.” Reality television to some because of feuds in the household. In the third is a demoralizing farce. Many people feel that season, a new eighth character was introduced these shows are fake, and give a sad statement to replace Angelina. The new character‟s about American culture. They undermine the name is Deena. values parents teach their children, corrupting The show is by far the number one them by emphasizing the trivialness and de- most viewed telecast ever on MTV. This past grading aspects of American society today. year the show had been broadcast in several Even to those who think negatively other countries as well because of its immense about reality television, the show can be very popularity. The show has caused a lot of con- entertaining. troversy about the crass nature of many reality TV shows as well as being considered by many to be degrading in nature. There has Features Page 2 Feature Results of the Jersey Shore Survey Stats and comments from 150 students 38 40 34 35 30 30 25 18 20 14 15 8 10 3 3 5 0 0 Comments about favorite character and the show: “What‟s a Snooki?” Pauly D; “Sooo cute…” “I aspire to be like all of them, I would like to fist pump similar to that of a champion.” “Snooki! she will jump on you like a squirrel monkey!” “Who names their kid Jwoww..?” “Pauly D knows how to put some good beats together!” “Sammi needs to go!” Pauly D; “Because he‟s hot and tan!” “Sammi needs to be off the show!” “Vinny‟s sexy!” Snooki; “I like her attitude and cute hair.” “Go Jersey Shore!” “Snooki, she‟s so cute and adorable! She reminds me of a “T-Shirt time!” cupcake. A short frumpy one.” “Cabs are here!” “Vinny‟s sexy!” “Pauly D has some pretty awesome lines, super cool.” “This is such a horrible show. It‟s so stupid.” “Jersey Shore sux.” “Too much drama! Get a life!” “That show is not well put together or even funny. I dislike it “The situation is hot!” sooo much.” Snooki; “I‟m short, sassy, and can stick up for myself!” “None of them. That show is fake and over the top.” Jwoww; “She‟s pretty and stands up for herself.” “Ew. Jersey Shore is gross.” “Jersey Shore=Fail.” “I‟m insulted you even asked…” “Best show.” “Jersey Shore is the dumbest show I‟ve seen! So stupid.” “I dislike them all.” “Jersey Shore is garbage.” “You have got to be kidding me…” “I hate this show. We shouldn‟t celebrate idiocy.” Features Page 3 Features Those Things... The History of Sour Patch Kids That‟s right, every person has those physical, ver- bal, or things that catches their attention. By Sidonie Clark Whether you‟re conservative or outgoing, flirta- tious or shy, everyone has some attributes they are at- Sour Patch Kids are a soft chewy candy that tracted to in a partner. It‟s very interesting how similar or are coated in sour sugar. The original flavors are or- different the things that turn on males and females. ange, lemon, lime, and cherry. They were invented in 1985 in Canada by Frank Galatolie. In 2002 Sour A typical stereotype of males is that they desire Patch Kids were moved to the United States, getting more physical things, like bodies and touching. Though a new outlook from other people. in fact, while doing some research, I found many are in- terested in someone who is intelligent and confident. There are many different kinds of Sour Patch Kids now. Some are Sour Patch Chillers (with a Females also come with a stereotype of not be- menthol twist which is an organic compound from ing overly interested in physical things as much as emo- peppermint), Sour Patch Blue Raspberry, Sour Patch tional connections and tenderness. According to a survey Fruits (with new flavors added like watermelon and on Cosmo.com, girls on first meeting, have initial physi- peach), and Sour Patch Exploders (with juicy filling cal attractions such as of sweet and sour flavors). hair, or piercings, or something about their There are many more new exciting kinds of bodies. First impres- Sour Patch Kids and if you love sour, you will love sions are important, but Sour Patch Kids. I encourage everybody to try them. do not always show who the person really is. Most impor- tantly, always be your- self, because someone will find that side more attractive than being fake. An anonymous female senior said her turn-ons were “Neck and ear nibbling, and Josh.” An anonymous male senior said his turn-ons were “Having a personality and not being ditsy.” This article is one of two this month to be pub- lished in the Valentine‟s day theme. The next article will sum up the Vader side of turn-ons… turn –offs! If you have any turn-ons or turn-offs you would like to be pub- lished (anonymously or known), submit them to [email protected]. Features Page 4 Anonymous Valentine’s Day Playlist By: Rugen L., Cindi P., and Maria F Harold Song – Ke$ha 1234 – Plain White T‟s The Other Side – Bruno Mars ( Ft Cee Lo Green) Enchanted – Taylor Swift Like We Used To – Rocket To the Moon Banana Pancakes – Jack Johnson She will be loved – Maroon 5 Yellow – Coldplay Can‟t Stand it – NeverShoutNever! Lost in your Love – R. Kelly On Your Side – Rocket To The Moon White Lines & Red Lights – Love and Affection – Neon Trees Just The Way You Are – Bruno Mars between The Trees Sweet and Low – Augustana Won‟t Go Home Without You – Maroon Hold it Against Me (cover) – Sam 5 Tsui Baby Blue Eyes – Rocket to the Moon The Only Exception – Paramore Daughters – John Mayer Forgiven – Skillet The girl – City in Colour The Older I Get – Skillet On a Lonely Night – Rocket to the Moon Bruises – Chairlift When We First Met – Hellogoodbye Lover – Devendra Banhart 14 Gifts for Valentine’s Day Flower Meanings By: Cindi Pan Gifts for Girls Gifts for Guys Color of Flower Meaning 1.Flowers 1.Candy Red Love, beauty, respect, romantic love, “I love you”, sincere love, courage, & passion 2.Candy 2.Stuffed animals 3.Date 3.Dinner Date Yellow Joy, gladness, friendship, delight, “I care”, welcome back, & remember me 4.Stuffed Animals 4. Sports equipment White Purity, innocence, silence, secrecy, youthfulness, & heav- 5.Jewelery/ perfume 5. Something of sentimental enly value Pink Admiration, gentleness, 6.Acknowledgement 6. Tickets or event activity perfect happiness, & grace planned Lavender Love at first sight & 7.Something planned that‟s 7. Cologne romantic enchantment Valentine‟s Page 5 Valentine Features LoveScopes for Valentine’s Day: By: Sharon Gingrich Taurus: dear Taurus.Jump Do out something of your typicalspontaneous routine for As the Valentine‟s stars roll in, so your significant other; surprise them! Aries: does passion. Thinking about making that move on your crush? Go for it; as the Full Moon approaches Aries‟ corner, an oppor- tune moment arrives. Libra: Be patient with your lover that day. entine‟s DayDon‟t Libra. step theAggression wrong way and this passion Val- Aquarius: in love are good to only a certain extent. Plan something special as a surprise. Indecisive Watch yourself. Aquarius? Then the extra effort put into plan- ning a surprise would be all the more appreci- ated by your other half. Scorpio: Better luck relationship-wise is Pisces: The stars do not forecast a new coming your way. It may not come in time lover this Valentine‟s Day dear Pisces. for Valentine‟s Day unfortunately. Perhaps However, that is no reason for you not it‟ll last „till next time. to get some friends together and hang out or have a party. Virgo: Take a step back to assess your relationship. Are you being overprotective? If so, this could prove to be Let your partner do something for unlucky for your relation- Capricorn: ship. Communication is key; you this Valentine‟s Day. You‟ve been work- try talking to your loved ing hard and deserve to relax and your partner Leo: Watch out this Valen- one. is more than happy to oblige you on that spe- tine‟s Day! Think before cial day. you rush into anything you Sagittarius: day. Start a romance, show your might regret. Beware of partner that youValentine‟s love them, andDay show is your false love. your emotional side. Gemini: emotions ratherLet out than your keeping stronger them bottled up. As the love stars begin Cancer: Lavish attention on your lover to align, try getting up that courage this Valentine‟s Day dear Cancer.

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