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How to show that you're interested or that you aren't.

      It's that time of year again, Valentine's Day. Some people dread it while others embrace it and take it to new levels. For some, this time brings out an overwhelming feeling to go and tell the person they have their eye on that they care about them. You may be too shy to tell them or there may be someone telling you but you just aren't interested, but here is some advice for both problems.

        If you want someone to know you're interested without coming out and saying it, the best way is to show them you care. It's a subtle yet obvious way to let them know what you're too scared to say. The first thing you can do is smile. Make them feel like that smile is meant just for them. Another way is to use body language. Stand tall and be confident, hold your shoulders back and be proud to be you. Making eye contact with them is another good way. No need to stare at them and weird them out, just enough to let them know you're paying attention to what they're saying. Laugh at their jokes. Don't over kill it or fake laugh at something you really don't find funny, but let them see you enjoy talking to them and understand their sense of humor. Give them a compliment to make them feel better. It's a nice way to let them feel like you noticed them without making them feel creeped out. When you are having a conversation, ask questions. Let them see you are interested in what they have to say and get to know them a little bit better. You'll both learn a lot about each other that way. Make friends with his friends and have them help you out. They just may be the one who tells them to start taking interest in you. And most of all, be memorable to them. They can't ignore you if they can't forget about you. So go out and see if these things help you get noticed by that special someone.

        If you see someone trying to make you notice them but you don't feel the same way, don't be rude and let them down easy. Here are some ways to do that. One way is to just tell them up front. Don't be mean but don't avoid telling them you aren't interested. If you don't want to talk to them in person, write them a friendly letter explaining that you don't share the same feelings. You could also introduce them to someone else, maybe someone that you know likes them. Let them see you with someone you care about. They will get the hint that you're interested in someone else and move on. But most importantly, DO NOT string them along in fear of hurting their feelings. It'll hurt worse when they think you like them but find out it was a lie.

        I hope these tips help you for this upcoming Valentine's Day. Just remember to be yourself and to not be rude to others about this holiday. Some do take it very seriously while others don't, so keep that in mind before you make fun of someone or get offended from someone making fun of you.

-Abbie Williams



'Tis The Season

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Valentine's Day
 

        February 14th, every year, across the world, chocolates and flowers and traded between loved ones to celebrate Valentine's Day. This very day is celebrated because of Saint Valentine, but who is this? There are many stories and legends pertaining to whom this may be, relating to Christian and Ancient Roman beliefs.

        One legend says that Valentine was secretly doing marriages for young people after Claudius II came to the conclusion the single men made better soldiers than those who were married and had families and decided to outlaw marriage. Once Valentines actions came to the publics eye, Claudius had him put to death. This is only one legend though, it's up to you on what to believe.

        Other legends though suggest that Valentine may have been killed due to him helping Christians escape the harsh conditions of Roman prisons. This is a plausible story though, considering how the Christians were treated in these prisons. They were often beaten and tortured.

        While in prison, another legend says that the jailor's daughter may have been visiting Valentine during his confinement. It's said that Valentine had fallen in love with her and before his death he wrote her a letter and signed it “From your Valentine,” which is still used today. This alleged letter is considered to be the first “valentine” sent and it was by Valentine himself, that is if this legend is the truth.

        Some people think that Valentine's Day is celebrated in the middle of February to commemorate the death or burial of Valentine. Others claim that it's celebrated at this time so that Christians can attempt to “christianize” the pagan Lupercalia festival.

No matter what legend you believe to be true or to be a myth, Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate and commemorate those who you love and are closed to. It's a day to make your loved ones feel special and loved and for them to return their love back to you.


--Ceairra Curran

  

Guess Who?!

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Guess who got the nominee from Southern for the Cutlers Scholarship! - E.A


Guess who got their first tattoo, and second! - O.S


Guess who else got a tattoo! - A.W


Guess who got their top braces off! - A.P


Guess who is doing better after surgery! - J.W


Guess who left Southern for Meigs! -D.J


Guess who always wants to a start fight! - T.B


Guess who gauged their ears to a bigger size! - T.D


Guess who got Engaged? - C.H


Guess who went to New York for New Years! - K.H


Guess who got a 3D phone! - A.E


Guess who is no longer a Southern student! - D.D


Guess who got metal springs on her braces! - N.M


Guess who is doing the prom fashion show! - K.J


Guess who gets their nails done every week! - C.K


Guess who got their licenses suspended from school! - S.D


Guess who got a new dog! - M.C


Guess who got accepted to OSU! - A.G



– Natalie Marler