Author Archives: joanna myers

Greatest Band of All Time

Posted on May 31, 2009 by joanna myers

Arguably one of the most influential bands of its time, Coldplay continues to awe fans across the globe with its distinctive rhythms and powerful lyrics. The band consists of vocalist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, and drummer … Continue reading →

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International fashion designer inspires small-town writer

Posted on May 10, 2009 by joanna myers

Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel inspires me. The world knows this woman as Coco Chanel. But I do not admire her international label. I admire the courageous way Chanel created that label. Raised in a French orphanage until age 17, Chanel experienced … Continue reading →

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To virtual shoppers everywhere…

Posted on April 24, 2009 by joanna myers

True, window shopping is one of my favorite pastimes, especially when wisps of warm weather begin to head our way. There is nothing like walking down a colorful sidewalk while peering into store windows stocked full of blooming trends and … Continue reading →

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And I Predict…

Posted on March 23, 2009 by joanna myers

With such a dramatic episode last night and only five episodes left until the Season Finale, I believe it’s time to start predicting the future and reviewing the past of our dear Desperate Housewives.

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The Top Five Greatest Stars of All-Time

Posted on March 2, 2009 by joanna myers

America recently celebrated the Oscars, but I would like to acknowledge the stars that went unmentioned. The stars that made the future of Hollywood possible. The ones that serve as a role model for all other actors to come. These … Continue reading →

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Mind Over Media

Posted on February 2, 2009 by joanna myers

After using technology at school each day, Tiffany Stoudt, a senior at Susquehannock High School, comes home to surf the Internet and chat with friends. “I don’t talk on the phone as much as I text. I’ll send about 200 … Continue reading →

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In the Mind’s Eye

Posted on January 19, 2009 by joanna myers

For my English class, we did a unit on advertising, and analyzed techniques of advertising before writing a paper analyzing a specific advertisement and the methods it uses to sell more than the product. As a introduction to the unit, … Continue reading →

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‘If I Only Had a Brain’

Posted on January 19, 2009 by joanna myers

Sometimes I feel this way… I could wile away the hours Confer them with the flowers Consult them with the brain And my head I’d be scratching while my bolts were busy hatching If I only had a brain I’d … Continue reading →

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How to Avoid Being Put on “What Not to Wear”

Posted on January 6, 2009 by joanna myers

We’ve all seen the show, but how many of us wonder if our friends are secretly conspiring to get Stacy and Clinton to set us straight? A few basic guidelines can get people wishing they had your style. 1. When … Continue reading →

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YES! He’s Still Got It

Posted on January 5, 2009 by joanna myers

I saw “Yes Man” in theatres yesterday, and I was just a tad doubtful that after such a long break from the funny side of the movie spectrum, Jokester Jim might not be so hilarious. But, fortunately, he proved me … Continue reading →

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