Some students spent their Valentines Day evening at the Open Mic sponsored by Pacific Review, the English Department and professor Chad Sweeny. THROUGH THE COUNTRY OF MY MOTHER By Stephanie Segura i inherited beginnings where the sun devotes itself to native soil my exterior reflects shadows on the other side of the moon generations before me tormented by war by xenophobia racism sexism foundations of a wall bounded between hell and home hell is home hell is the misconception imagining me in a room of death the Glass Ceiling dripping with remains of my murky mango skin blue rain bleeds in the privacy of my eyes in the face of dark … [Read more...] about Students express themselves at Open Mic Night
Expressions
The Little Things
Big Bear Lake Photo courtesy of Ashlee Reed By Ashlee Reed A few years ago my boyfriend took me up to his grandfather’s cabin in Big Bear. It was my first time visiting the quiet, in the off-season, town. I was awestruck. It was hard to believe that a town so beautiful and different could be right in my backyard. To my boyfriend and me, Big Bear has become a special place, a mini-vacation for us, one that we can afford and have the time for. We don’t do much except visit family, walk around the village, even attempting some hikes. We've have many memories there. Our most recent trip up there was with a few friends. We walked along the lake, even when we're not supposed to, enjoying … [Read more...] about The Little Things
Therapy Session
I don't know you. Why would I tell you how I'm feeling? All you're going to do is just give me all these different types of medications that make me feel unusual. I already feel that way, so why do you want to zombify me? Why do you give me this medicine with all these different types of chemicals and side effects that make me not give a f--- about how I'm feeling? Why do you ask me things that you've never been through? You don't know what my thoughts are. If I take this pill, will it take those thoughts away, or will it keep me from actually figuring out the deep-rooted seed that started this all? Psychiatrist: tell me how you feel. Me: I feel on edge. I feel deep fear for no … [Read more...] about Therapy Session
‘Coco’ the movie and the importance of representation in film
Disney Pixar’s animated film "Coco” is one of the few, if not the first, movies that aims to accurately represent the Latino culture. As a proud Latina, from the moment I heard about the making of "Coco", I was both ecstatic and skeptical about the final result. Seeing as the movie seemed to specifically center on Dia de Los Muertos, I worried whether Coco was going to be just another movie that appropriates Latino Culture. So when the movie finally came out, I, along with my younger brother, headed straight to the theater with our fingers crossed hoping that my skepticism would be proven wrong. Now I am not saying that "Coco" was the absolute perfect portrayal of Latinos since … [Read more...] about ‘Coco’ the movie and the importance of representation in film
Forget-Me-Not
Janine Cost (a pseudonym I created to respect the real person’s identity) was a woman of 100 years in the Rehab and Hospice Center (Health Center) at the retirement community that I work for. When I began working in the Health Center (HC) in March 2017, Janine was only 99 years old and moving fast. She immediately stole my heart. She brought a light and happy feel to a place that looks (and smells) like a hospital. Some residents (patients) come in injured with the intent of rehabilitating back to health and moving back home, while ill residents a lot of the time are admitted on a hospice program, meaning they remain in the HC until they pass. Sometimes the hospice residents have a … [Read more...] about Forget-Me-Not
Advice for the Signs during Winter Quarter
Aries: During the middle of this quarter, you may find yourself unsure of where your journey is taking you. Express your troubles to those closest to you, and reassure your handle on the direction of your journey. It is vital for you to understand the direction of your actions in the coming weeks. Taurus: Earth sign, grounded and reliable. Put your talents of practicality and logic to use this quarter. Seek out internships or a new project, this is the perfect time for you to enhance your resume. Gemini: Use your duality wisely, dear Air sign. You easily challenge yourself with a tough workload that you are able to manage through your polar strengths. Remember to give yourself enough … [Read more...] about Advice for the Signs during Winter Quarter
The Signs this Valentine’s Day
Aries: Indulging and passionate Aries, a spa day for you and a loved one is the perfect getaway. Going the extra mile and getting the full Valentine's Day package with rose themed treatments and a massage is the perfect pastime. Taurus: Interesting yet practical gifts are a great idea for your devoted being, Taurus. Getting custom blankets with photos, an art canvas of a favorite moment together, or a framed star chart of a significant date are fun ideas to give to those who are important in your life. Gemini: Expressive Gemini, you will easily find yourself using this holiday as an excuse to get yourself a gift. After all, you know more than anyone else, your biggest supporter and … [Read more...] about The Signs this Valentine’s Day
Tradiciones del Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
Poetry Collections
Autumn Calls in the Dark Copper tones of dying leaves taste the blood of evening's fading light; Merlot sunsets toast to a night of empty landscapes. Not a soul strolls along the ghostly streets, Only the wind speaks kindly on their behalf. Desert Mountain Range Oceans of sand encompass the rocky edges Of a colossal stone fortress touching the clouds-- Trapping those inside its sun-bleached depths In a prison of their own isolation The Hue of You This is the way we chose to play With our fingers crossed and our tongues tied Setting the typeface--curved, italicized-- On the page of our boldfaced lie. I collect the scraps of borrowed time You stole from my … [Read more...] about Poetry Collections
The Signs and Their Most Compatible Partners
Aries: Leo is the quintessential partner for the ram. Leos are able to keep Aries' eyes on the prize. Their conversations tend to be erratic and passionate because they share so many of the same values. Leo also doesn’t mind dealing with Aries’ fiery arguments as Libra is also grounded in their own flame. Both these signs' stubborn willpower make them great partners for the first sign of the zodiac. Taurus: Cancer, for Taurus, can provide an almost immediate and dynamic sense of trust for this sign. This trust stems from both of the signs wanting to creating a home and life within their partner. Their ability to adapt to each other as they develop within a relationship will make their … [Read more...] about The Signs and Their Most Compatible Partners