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By Snehal P.
1. Celine Dion My heart will go on
2. Boyz II Men A song for mama
3. Backstreet Boys Everybody
4. Will Smith Get in jiggy with it
5. Spice Girls Too much
6. Chumbawanba Ththumper
7. Le Ann Rimes How would I
8. Usher You make me wanna
9. Mace Bad Bad Bad Boys
'South Park' is not your ordinary neighborhood
By Bob K.
Bovine-fluent aliens, a crazy genetic engineer who lives at the top of a mountain and creates mutant turkeys, and giants who make wicker baskets. What do all of these have in common? They are the ideas that form the basis for the twisted new animated comedy series, South Park. South Park is a show about four not-so-normal kids who find themselves in all sorts of silly, sick situations.
Trey Parker supplies the voices of Cartman, Stan and Mr. Garrison, Kyle and Kenny are done by Matt Stone, and Issac Hayes gives the school's chef his voice. Trey Parker and Matt Stone are also the co-producers of this hit series. South Park is a very amusing and entertaining show, which is nearing the end of its first season. Plans are already underway for next season. South Park airs on Comedy Central at 9 P.M. on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Amar offers a synopsis of 'The Simpsons'
By Amar P.
The Simpsons is a popular T.V. show about five strange cartoon characters. They are Homer, Marge, Lisa, Bart and Maggie. The Simpsons live in Springfield, Illinois, and Bart and Lisa attend Springfield Elementary, which is a school where kids can do almost anything they want. Lisa is the smart child and Bart, well, he is one of those kids who will do anything. Homer works at the local nuclear power plant for his boss, Mr. Burns, who is an old, weak man, who would do anything for money. Marge is a housewife who keeps her family together. The Simpsons is a great show because it makes people laugh while it tells the lives of some very wierd people.
By Tony S.
Mairo 64 was the first release for Nintendo 64, along with Pilot Wings. It is one of the best games on the market, providing hours of fun, excitement, and entertainment. The object of the game is to get all of the 120 stolen stars back from Bowser. You go through many exciting worlds; there are great puzzles in this game that you have to solve to get a star.
In order to beat the game, there are secrets you have to find to get the 120 stars. In some levels, you need to practice a few times in order to get it right because this game can be tricky. The ending for this game is horrible, but overall, it is a solid and enjoyable adventure game.
Overall: 3
Graphics: 8
Sound: 5
Play Control: 6
Gameplay: 9
Fun Factor: 10
S.R.P (The price): $39.95
Challenge is not adjustable
By Jeff Reardon
If you've played (or even beaten) Final Fantasy VII for Playstation then you know that it is a very good game. Final Fantasy III, the prequel to FF VIII, is almost as good as its sequel. So dust of your SNES? and get ready for a great game playing time. Note: The reason Final Fantasy III is the sequel to Final Fantasy VIII is that not all of the Final Fantasy games were released in the U.S. Final Fantasy VI in Japan was only the third Final Fantasy released here.
The story of FFIII begins in the mountain town of Narshe. An ancient magical creature, or esper, has been discovered here and the Empire is out to find it. They, however, want to use it for evil purposes, so you have to stop them. And what starts out as a small rebellion turns into struggle to save the world!
Overall, this game is superb. It has excellent play mechanics. The battle system is easy to use and yet complex at the same time, which makes for good play. The graphics are pretty good, although Squaresoft could have done a slightly better job. They are definitely not even close to the visual quality of VIII's, but still very enjoyable. The music and sound effects give the game a great sense of feeling and mood. The sound of sword clashes and punches also add excitement to the battles. And in the length department, well, shall I say you won't have much free time. It takes close to 50 or 60 hours to beat (about the same as FF VII). So if you're looking for good RPG? fun, or are new to the genre, then this is one game you should not miss.
Rating: 97/100
Tips
When Terra wakes up in the bed in the old man's house, check the clock by the wall for an elixer.
Make sure not to attack Whelk while he is in his shell or he will attack you.
In the cave to South Figaro, check the spring to recover your health.
Titanic is a splash at the box office
By Amber S.
Titanic, rated PG-13, was truly an exceptional movie. Not only were the special effects awesome (they should have been, considering the movie's $200 million price tag), but the love story of Jack (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Rose (Kate Winslet) was equally extraordinary. This movie has something for everyone. There is the adventure/disaster aspect of it for the people who are not fond of the "ucky love stuff." Titanic’s love story should, however, be able to move anyone to tears--trust me, I know. And the history buffs should be pleased that the director, James Cameron, researched the subject for several years and even went down to see the real R.M.S. Titanic at the bottom of the Atlantic. Only a few things were not true to life, most notably the love affair between Rose and Jack. Practically everything else was based on facts, including the story of the gallant string quartet that played until the ship went down. DiCaprio and Winslet really brought their characters alive. In a scene stealing performance, Kathy Bates played the "Unsinkable" Molly Brown, and Billy Zane (Phantom) played Rose's evil fiancé Cal Hockley.
The movie opened with a search for the famed diamond, La Coeur de la Mer, or "Heart of the Ocean." Bill Paxton (Twister) portrayed the chief treasure hunter, Brock. His character, however, was underdeveloped and really nothing more than a cipher. Instead of finding the diamond, the treasure hunters found a sketch of a rather, shall I say, not appropriately attired, Rose, which Jack drew the night the Titanic sank. Rose, now one hundred, saw the drawing on TV and called Brock to tell him about the diamond that she wore in the picture. Brock then sent for Rose to meet him on his ship to discuss the Heart of the Ocean. Rose told the treasure hunters her story--how she was forced into an engagement with Cal, and how Jack saved her life when she considered suicide to escape her forthcoming marriage to a man whom she despised. Jack saved her so many times and in so many ways that he became an expert at it. He saved Rose's body and soul from being destroyed by the upper class society of which she was a part. And Rose changed Jack's whole outlook on life. It's interesting how one fateful night can change your entire life. That was how it was on the Titanic on April 12, 1912.
Of the 2,200 people on the Titanic, only seven hundred or so made it to lifeboats. Of the twenty lifeboats that were launched, only one went back for the people in the water and only six people were rescued from the near freezing waters off the coast of Newfoundland. It was amazing (and criminal) that the ship had only enough lifeboats for half the passengers, and that the captain could perhaps have avoided hitting the deadly iceberg if the Titanic had been going more slowly. It really makes you wonder about the decisions people make, the consequences of their actions and the effect of those consequences on the lives of so many people.
Amber liked the Titanic Soundtrack too...
By Amber S.
Titanic, the movie, was exceptional and so was its soundtrack. The enchanting Irish melodies repeated throughout the CD make it an extraordinary musical achievement. There are only a few things that I do not like about the music. I would have to say that this is the very rare CD able to hold my attention for the entire seventy minutes. The different aspects and qualities of the soundtrack are well organized and almost always mesh well with one another. I am sure that this enterprise will earn many awards, and it rightfully deserves them.
Song One: Never an Absolution
This song has haunting but beautiful Irish melodies, including a somber vocal section with vocal stylings provided by Sissel. I like this song for its sad lullaby like sound. It makes me visualize someone standing by the sea looking out onto the water, wondering what's out there.
Song Two: Distant Memories
I don't like this song. It's pretty, but I just don't like it.
Song Three: Southhamptony
In the beginning of this song, you think it's going to be sad, but the crescendo leading up to vocalists and wind chimes adds a playful, dolphinesque quality. The clarinet solo in the middle adds alot to the song. With this piece, James Horner wrote a beautiful arrangement of strings. The whole number is very well produced.
Song Four: Rose
Again, this song has an Irish feel to it with a recorder introduction. "Rose" is much like "Never an Absolution," except that the vocalist uses the rhythms of the song "My Heart Will Go On" (song fourteen). The dynamics are just right and it all meshes well. C'est magnifique!
Song Five: Leaving Port
This is an icky song. I don't like the percussion at all. The synthesized orchestration was horrid. It sounds like you're swimming and you can't reach the surface because you're in the wake of a boat. What were they thinking?
Song Six: "Take Her to Sea, Mr. Murdoch"
I don't like this song either. It sounds like the cellos and the chimes are off. It builds itself up and then goes nowhere.
Song Seven: "Hard to Starboard"
In the beginning of this song, there is a beautiful organ and vocal introduction leading to an oboe solo. The song goes along prettily, then all of a sudden, a drum roll leads into a mean and angry section. The percussion section, along with a lot of string players, speed up the tempo and a dog fight occurs. This song was perfect for when the boat hit the iceberg. It sounds like the Big Bad Wolf, very desperate and strenuous. I would not like to be a member of the orchestra during this song, however.
Song Eight: Unable to Stay, Unwilling to Leave
This song depicts the time when Rose and Jack need to figure out how to survive. The enchanting introduction leads to a string bass part that I hate, but then leads into another enchanting section with vocals and various wind instruments. You can visualize the trouble in Rose's heart as she watches Jack as she is lowered in the lifeboat. Then there is a desperate section. Rose leaps back aboard the fated Titanic to either live or die with Jack. I like it. It is much like a person trying to run but not getting anywhere.
Song Nine: The Sinking
The brass and vocals just don't fit in this number. The snare drum part is not well written. It sounds as though the writer was very scared and wrote this song in a fit of rage. The legato section is too fast and the chords hurt my ears. It sounded a lot like Batman music and I have never been a fan of Batman.
Song Ten: Death of the Titanic
This is much like "The Sinking"--Batman music, 'nuff said. But that concise criticism just doesn't do this awful song justice. The melody that I usually like was butchered and it was eight minutes and twenty-six seconds of rambling.
Song Eleven: A Promise Kept
The promise that the title is referring to is so tearful that thinking about what it means could make you cry. It starts with a very dark sound, much like the wolf in Peter and the Wolf. The low brass has the melody as the tension rises. Then comes a clarinet solo (good for them) that sounds like a dirge. The song moves at a slow, sad pace with a crying like quality in the vocals. Accompanying the vocals is a lute-sounding instrument that adds to the traumatic affect. Then the theme of the entire CD comes back into play as the clarinet joins in again. There seems to be a resolution as the tempo and the notes are raised and the theme comes back in full force.
Song Twelve: A Life So Changed
This is a great song. The vocalist has a great range from very high to very low. And as the instruments are added it makes you want to cry. Then the composer ruins that aspect. I would have ended it after the vocalist finished her little deal. But no. Not my buddy James Horner. He had to crush the beauty of the song like a little bug. SQUASH!
Song Thirteen: Ocean of Memories
This song has a mystical feel in the beginning; it's kind of creepy. The song sounds like one big slur. I don't think the title is very well fitted for the song, but nonetheless it is still a good song. It almost sounds like a waltz at parts. As Mr. Bean would say, "Magic!"
Song Fourteen: My Heart Will Go On
Sweet Mother, get the Kleenexes. Sigh, sob, tear drop. Celine Dion makes this song work so well. Her voice goes wonderfully with the song's sad feel. I love this song from the bottom of my heart. The instrumental parts of the song coincide so well with the enchanting vocal melody sung by Celine Dion. The only thing I don't like is the line, "My heart will go on." It's as though you're forgetting the love of your life. Oh well, sappy or no, this song is still exceptional. It won Best Song at the Golden Globes.
Song Fifteen: Hymn to the Sea
Keep that Kleenex box near in this song. The Irish melody people are back in full force when Jack dies in the movie. After listening to "My Heart Will Go On," your are already depressed and this song doesn't help the cause any. I love it even though it makes me want to curl up into a little ball in the corner and cry my eyes out. The Scottish bag pipe is beautiful and adds to the majesty of the song. It is so wonderfully put together, "Hymn of the Sea" sums up the entire CD. It has the sad, minor and major key melodies with the occasional happy melody all strewn into one.
Titanic won four Golden Globes
By Liz F.
The 55th Annual Golden Globe results are in, and the block-buster, Titanic, stole the show by winning four awards, including best motion picture. James Cameron won best director for Titanic, and James Horner took the award for Titanic's musical score. Finally, Titanic also won best original song for "My Heart Will Go On. " Accomplished British actress, Judi Dench, won best actress for Mrs. Brown, a movie about England's Queen Victoria. Helen Hunt and Jack Nicholson won best actress and actor in a comedy for their performances in As Good As It Gets.
The Fox network's X-Files took the award for best T.V. drama and Ally McBeal beat the stiff competition of Frasier, Friends and Seinfeld for the best TV comedy award.
The Golden Globe award show was not without its strange moments. Christine Lahti, who won best actress for her role in Chicago Hope, was in the bathroom when her name was announced. She said afterwards, "I was just flushing the toilet when someone said, 'you won' and I thought, 'what a terrible joke'." Ving Rhames, who won best actor in a miniseries for his performance in Don King, invited Jack Lemmon to join him on stage, and insisted that Lemmon take his award. Rhames said that "Lemmon deserved the award more."
Although there is sure to be disagreement about which picture or person really deserved to win, it is a fact that in the last fifteen years, eleven best motion picture winners at the Golden Globe awards have gone on to win Oscars.
By Emily A.
Aquarius (Jan. 20- Feb. 18)
Keep your cool, don’t be so impatient. You’ll be surprised to find that Cupid is waiting around the corner.
Love match- Pisces Lucky day- 7
Pisces (Feb. 19- Mar. 20)
Take charge, ask someone out. What do you have to lose? You’ll have something to do on Valentine’s Day anyway.
Love match- Aquarius Lucky day- 17
Aries (Mar. 21- Apr. 20)
You’re the ruler of the head. Careful, don’t let your ego swell when you find happiness this February.
Love match- Sagittarius Lucky day- 25
Taurus (Apr. 21- May 20)
Throw away those plastic roses and pull out the cash. Don’t go cheap on your honey this year.
Love match- Capricorn Lucky day- 14
Gemini (May 21- June 20)
Don’t let the twins try to dominate one another. You need compromise and balance to find what your looking for in ‘98.
Love match- Cancer Lucky day- 22
Cancer (June 21- July 20)
Don’t let your emotions get control of you and you’ll find your heart taken.
Love match- Gemini Lucky day- 19
Leo (July 21- Aug. 21)
Don’t try to control other people and you’ll realize that someone you thought wasn’t so great is the pick of the litter.
Love match- Libra Lucky day- 16
Virgo (Aug. 22- Sept. 22)
Stay organized, but don’t be so critical. A perfect person doesn’t exist, so settle for the next best thing to be your Valentine.
Love match- Scorpio Lucky day-21
Libra (Sept. 23- Oct. 22)
You don’t need hefty materialist presents this year. That would be nice, but realistically it is probably not happening. Spend more time with your friends, you’re going to want to be around them on the 14th.
Love match- Leo Lucky day- 2
Scorpio (Oct. 23- Nov. 22)
Try to give those grudges a rest, and you’ll uncover a really great person who can change your views on life and love.
Love match- Virgo Lucky day- 27
Sagittarius (Nov. 23- Dec. 20)
We know that Sags are the most fun out of all the signs in the zodiac and that’s great, but try blending in for a day, observe. You’ll see that the person you’ve been crushing on probably likes you.
Love match- Aries Lucky day- 19
Capricorn (Dec. 21- Jan. 19)
Learn to let go and find your Valentine.
Compiled by Amber S. and Zareena J.
To: Couples
I wish the best Valentines Day for Kristin and Justin, Jenna and Mike, Laurie and Blake, Victoria and Craig, Jenna D. and Dan Z., and Michele and Alex. Good luck.
From: Kathleen
To: Jackie
I’ll stand by you even though your favorite color is pink. It’s o.k.
From: The tooth Fairy
To: Rosa C.
I Like you. Here’s a valentines poem for you: Roses are red, Violets are blue, I can’t wait to go out with you!
From: Your secret admirer
To: Debbie, Sara, Dana and Kristine
Happy Valentines Day guys! I love you all and hope we stay friends in LP!
From: Charmaine
To: Victoria & Craig
Happy Valentines Day! Best wishes to you both!
From: Laurie and Blake
To: Victoria
Thanx 4 bein’ there 4 me.
From: BFF
To Char S.
Have a happy Valnetines Day Girl! Hope you spend it with someone you love!
From: Debbie
To: Ken
Have a great Valentines - Enjoy the beach and the cheese! Be mine!
From: Barbie
To: Kathleen A.
I wish for you and I to be BFF Thanx for always being there for me! Love you like a sister
From: Kristin K.
To: Morgan D.
Roses are red, violets are blue. You adore me and I adore you.
From: Leo D.
To: The Lioness
Your feline friend is back on the prowl, and she ain’t gonna settle for an herbavore! L/Y/D/B/N/Q D/T/T/C
From: Kitty Cat p.s. Mary Kay p.p.s. Death 2 RB!
To: Elaine, Amy, Dana, Sara, Debbie, and Kathleen
I wish to stay friends with you Always and forever! You people are great to be friends with. Hopefully forever friends
From: Kristin K.
To: Kristin and Kathleen
Hey guys, I’m really glad we’re friends and I hope we stay that way through LPHS Kathleen, good luck w/Chris, Coo, good luck w/ Justin.
From: Amy A.
To: Rosie(QR)
Happy Valentines Day! Hope you enjoy it w/Fred JK! Hope everything goes well! Glad we’re friends! Don’t forget about Pumpkin Patch!
From: Po-Jo Janelle
To: Jonelle N.
Thank you for being there for me. I’m very glad we’re friends.
From: Jackie P,
To: Joni
Have a great day! Glad we’re friends! Love ya as a friend!
From: Jani
To: Everyone
Kristin, Dana, Julie, Elaine, Amy, Kristine, Laurie, Michele, Sara, Samara, Amanda, Mary Anne, Jenna, Char, Victoria, and Debbie, I hope we stay in touch through Lake Park. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. I love you all.
From: Kathleen
To: Michelle B.
I AM A TOTALLY DIFFERENT PERSON!
From: I think you know
p.s, THEN IT WOULD TURN YELLOW AND NO ONE WOULD WANT IT!!!!!!!!!
To: Laurie & Blake
Have a happy Valentines Day, and May you share a long lasting love.
From: Rick K.
To: Kristin
Thank you so much for everything You are the bestest friend in the entire universe, I wish I could just announce in front of the whole world how wonderful you are.
From: BFF
To: Dana
We have been through a lot through the years, and I am glad we are still friends!
From: Kristine
To: Skipper
Have a great day! Always Best friends/sisters! Have fun w/Kevin!
From: Barbie
p.s. Avoid Trixie
To: Jaclyn P.
I hope you have a wonderful Valentines. See you in advisor.
From: Jonelle
To: Janelle B
Happy Valentines Day……..Dusty!
Jonelle N.
To: Jenna (Grade 7)
Dearest Jenna,
My promise to you is that I'm only going to flirt with one girl, and that girl is you.
From: Dan
To: Michael M.
Have a "Happy Valentines Day" and be sure to treat your favorite mother to something special. I'm sure she'll remember you.
From: Anonymous
To: Rosa (grade 8)
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Chocolates are sweet and so are you.
From: Secret admirer
To: Char
You are my best friend. You are always there for me, too. Thanx. You're like my sister.
From: Kristine
To: Julie
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
I love you!
From: Anonymous
To: Jenna (grade 7)
I'm glad you came to our school this year. You're so cool and are a great friend!
From: Anonymous
To: Armando R.
Have a "Happy Valentines Day."
From: Anonymous
To: Hannah
You smell like bananas!
From: Kristin
To: Julia
Happy Valentines Day, hope it's fun for you, hope we stay friends.
From: Krissy
To: Nikki S.
Just wanted to say, "Love ya."
From: Anonymous
To: Sara L. From: Debbie R.9
I hope you find true love by Valentines Day!
From: Anonymous
To: 007 (Tania)
Happy Valentines Day! Hope everything goes well w/ Taylor! Just kiddin'! I'm glad we're friends!
From: Janelle
To: Liz
Have a great Valentines Day! It's great being friends! Love ya as a friend!
From: Janelle
To: Elaine K.
Hey, I'm really glad we're BFF and I hope we stay that way. I am glad you and ------ are friends again. Love ya.
From: Amy A.
To: Joey B., Danny S., Hosea H.
Have a great Valentines Day.
From: Anonymous
To: Hannah M.
Dear Hannah,
I have a feeling you're going to guess who I am really fast. Clue: You always make fun of me in gym & when do you want to go work out again?
From: Anonymous
To: DJ B.,
Have a "Happy Valentines Day."
From: Anonymous
To: Jenna D.
I'm glad we became friends. I hope we become even better friends. Don't let ______ come after you.
From: Jackie P.
To: Jenna (7)
I hope you and Danny have a GREAT Valentines Day together. Happy Valentines Day!!!
From: Jonelle N.
To: Mrs. Leiken
Mrs. Leiken,
I didn't say you were "hot," but I still think you are cool. Happy Valentines Day.
From: Kurt
To: Billy Zalas
Have a "Happy Valentines Day."
From: Anonymous
To: Debbie R.
I hope you get hooked up with Felix on Valentines Day!
From: Sara L.C
To: Debbie
Deb. I am so glad that we are friends and that you are always there for me.
From: Kristine
To: Janelle B.
Hello!
Que te gusta hocer? Me jugar el basquetbol.
From: Anonymous
To: Susie
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
You're a good friend & will remain as one, too.
From: Anonymous
To: Janice R.
Hey Jennifer L.! Glad we are friends maybe we could do something real cool! Have a great Valentines Day! Glad we are friends!
From: Allison
To: Mrs. Miserendino
Thanks for being the best teacher ever. Have a good day! Hope you were surprised with this note. See ya!!
From: Michael
To: Kristen
I love U!
From: Ben
To: Sara
Glad we are friends, thanx for everything.
From: Kristine
To: Dennis T.
Have a "Happy Valentines Day."
From: Anonymous
To: Dana
I want you to know that on this little piece of paper I can't fit all the things I thank you for. You understand everything about me. Without you I would be lost. You're the bestest friends. I love you!
From: Kathleen