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By Shalayna Hoekstra
Category Archive: Entertainment
Apr
15
Day in the Life of a Teenage Girl
Shalayna Hoekstra, Sophomore Staff Writer
Day In The Life of a Teenage Girl
BUZZ! BUZZ! BUZZ! Alarm goes off?
“I have to wake up at 5:20 every morning to have enough time to do my hair and makeup.” – Sophomore Tanesha Fink
“I wake up at 6:00 AM.” –Junior Emily Senef
“I wake up at 6:40 because I don’t have to do much to get ready.” -Senior Joselynn Riley.
Time for hair and make-up?
“It takes me 1 hour and 10 minutes to do my hair because it’s SOOOO thin. Then it takes me about 15 minutes to do my make-up.” –Fink
“It only takes me 15 minutes to do my hair, and 10 minutes to do my make-up.” -Senef
“It takes me around 30 minutes to do my hair when I wear it straight, but when I wear it curly, it only takes about five. My make-up, however, takes me five minutes everday.” -Riley
When do you get to school?
“I get to school around 7:35 so I can socialize before school actually starts.” –Fink
“I always get to school at 7:30 so then I have time to walk from junior parking lot and see friends.” -Senef
“I get to school at 7:20-ish because I have to take my brother to school at Sage Valley and don’t have time to go home after.”
After school?
“I go to work at Bear’s Dry Cleaning almost everyday after school from 3:30 to 6:30. Then I go home to eat dinner, get on the computer, and other stuff.” -Fink
“I go home to take a nap. Then I wake up, I usually do homework or something.” –Senef
“I always go home after early release and take a nap. Then I go to work at Humphrey’s at 5.” -Riley
Before Bed?
“After I get done with dinner and everything, I do my homework then listen to music or watch TV.” –Fink
“I usually just watch TV and text before I go to bed.” –Senef
“After I’m done with work, I typically do my homework and then go to sleep.” -Riley
Lights Out?
“I head to bed around 10:30, but don’t fall asleep until 11 or sometimes later.” –Fink
“I fall asleep at about 10 every night.” –Senef
“I try to go to bed around 11 every night, but usually am not asleep until around 12.” -Riley
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Feb
22
Terrible, horrible, no good, very bad morning
Trista Fortuna Junior Staff Writer
7:15 a.m. Didn’t wake up for my alarm.
I dressed, and attempted to tame my hair. Ha, forget it. I grabbed my library book (five months overdue), and physics homework halfway complete. Who needs breakfast anyway?
7:27 a.m. Finally off to school.
I began to back out of the garage as fast as possible, when KA-BOOM! I looked to my right; my side-view mirror was dangling as an omen to the rest of my morning.
7:34 a.m. Behind the slowest driver in the world.
I already knew I was going to be late for school, but did I really need to be stuck behind a teeny, old, black truck who thought it was a good idea to drive 20 miles under the speed limit? Come on little truck. The light is green!
8:01 a.m. Pull into a full junior parking lot.
junior Tanner Straight races to school.
8:05 a.m. I begin my long hike towards the building.
As I start to run, I hit a patch of ice and totally and completely eat it on the ground. Just what I need. A huge honking bruise on my knee.
8:11 a.m. Pull on the back doors. Locked.
I begin to trek through a foot of snow around the entire campus to the only doors left unlocked.
8:23 a.m. Entered my first hour class.
What makes a good morning? A tardy!
9:06 a.m. Called to campus supervisor’s office.
Handed a beautiful pink citation for parking illegally. There’s the cherry on top of a dreadful morning.
It was, without a doubt, a most terrible, horrible, no good, very bad morning.
And I still had the rest of the day to get through.
Feb
17
Best Friends by Ashley Robins
Everyone has heard of the saying “best friends forever and always.” Best friends are the one’s who are going to be there, not only through the laughs, but the tears. Is this true at Campbell County High School?
Some best friends aren’t in the same town anymore, but are trying to make it work such as sophomore Katelynd Vara. “My best friend is Emily McKim and we met at school in Basin, Wyoming, but we weren’t best friends till the sixth grade. Since moving here to Gillette, we don’t really hang out anymore though. We’ve been friends for six years, but I’m not sure if we’ll always be friends. I sure hope so.”
Sports are an excellent way to make and keep friends. Sophomores Nick Kane and his best friend Koa Fowlke met during T-ball and have been friends for ten years. “We never really have big fights,” Kane said. “I think we’ll still be friends but not talk as much because of him going on his church mission.” Fowlke’s mission for church will take him out in the world for two years, preaching the gospel.
Sophomore Ali Oliver has a more positive outlook. “We haven’t had many fights,” said sophomore Ali Oliver of her friendship. “Just the usual girl fights over guys and opinions. We may have different plans after high school, but I think we’ll always stay in touch in one way or another.”
Meeting your best friend doesn’t always have to be in school or even sports. “Brooklynn Cooper and I met at church through Madison Moore,” said sophomore Abigail Schumacher. “We weren’t friends right away. In fact, she hated me for four years, but we’ve been friends for four years. The only fight we have really ever gotten into was when I chose a guy over her, but we’re best friends for life.”
“My best friend is my wife,” Drama teacher Tim Bessette said. “We’ll always be together supporting each other, working on our relationship and enjoying life together by having fun.” The couple was married in July of 2010.
When it comes to friendship, quality is more important than quantity. “It’s better to surround yourself with a small group of really close friends with strong relationships, than to have a million acquaintances you don’t know very well,” said Sophomore English teacher Liisaan Cooper. So true.
Jan
20
Back to the Shore
By Lauren Seamans
Senior Staff Writer
The reality show sweeping the nation, captivating teenagers’ attention, and starting trends is none other than Jersey Shore. Parents question how youth can sit in front of this trash, while their generation grew up with shows that supposedly had strong morals and values such as M.A.S.H. and Leave it to Beaver.
“I know plenty of people who try to act like the people on the show, and I don’t like them much,” said economics/government teacher Brock Ballweber.
“The people on the show are famous because they are dumb.”
So why is this show so captivating? “It’s entertaining, and I like getting a taste of the Jersey experience,” said senior Becca Wollman. “It’s a lot different than living in Wyoming.”
Junior Megan Beck agreed. “Its so ridiculously stupid all the time. It’s very entertaining.”
Sophomore Matt Fogle added, “It’s an educational experience.”
As the show continues to get positive reviews from high school students, more people are pressured to watch it. Newby to the show, senior Carly Myer, explained, “I kept hearing how great it was from my friends, so I watched it and now I see why. It’s so funny!”
With so many comical scenes, it’s hard not to get hooked. “My favorite memory from the show was when Snookie got punched in the face,” said Wollman.
Violence seems to be a major source of entertainment. “The best episode is when JWOWW punched Angelina in the face,” said Beck.
Whatever the reason, Jersey Shore’s popularity continues to grow. More girls find themselves forming their hair into the giant Snookie Poof, while guys are hitting the gym to get muscles as solid as The Situation’s. For die-hard fans already hooked on the show, Snookie is even writing a new book, It’s a Shore Thing.
Shore-isms:
“T- Shirt time”- the time before the house goes out clubbing where all the guys put their fresh shirts on.
“M.V.P.”- Mike, Vinny, Pauly.
“The Situation”- Mike Serpentine’s nickname.
“G.T.L.”- Gym. Tanning. Laundry.
“Fist Pump”- the famous dance move of the Jersey shore cast.
Jan
10
Call of Duty: Black Ops
Nate Schelling Senior Staff Writer
I went to bed at nine, but had my alarm set for 11:15 p.m. After I jumped out of bed, I got in the car and headed to senior Taylor Holst’s house, and we were on our way to Wal-mart for the new release of Call of Duty: Black Ops, which was to be released at midnight.
“I went to the release party and there was a lot more people than I thought,” said sophomore Nick Kane. “I played for an hour after I got the game”
I could feel the excitement in the air. The closer it got to midnight, the louder Wal-mart became. The anticipation was building up and once the employees opened the cases with the game, it was a big brawl.
“I was the first person to buy Black Ops in Gillette,” said junior Jerrod Koch. “I sat at Wal-mart in front of the cases and waited six hours for my copy. I played for 24 hours straight and I didn’t make it to school the next day. I got the RC prestige package and it cost me $120.”
Adults and teens alike rushed to get their hands on a copy of the game. Once in their hands, they took it to the cashier and paid $60. “I went to Hasting’s at midnight and got the game,” said senior Jake Hatfield. “When I got home, I played for three hours.”
Black Ops sold 5.6 million copies in North America and the United Kingdom within 24 hours of its release on November 9th, racking up sales of 360 million dollars.
Like everyone else, once I bought the game, I headed home and popped it in the X-Box right away. I got a game invite from senior Evan Lopez and I got into a game of Team Deathmatch. This game consists two teams of six, killing each other. Each kill is worth 100 points, the first team to reach 7500 points wins.
We had six or seven friends in one game lobby and we played until we couldn’t keep our eyes open. Before I knew it, it was 3:15 A.M. and I headed off to bed.
I woke up at 6:20 and played for forty minutes until 7:00 a.m. I then decided to get go upstairs and start getting ready for school.
On my way to school, I stopped at a Kwik Shop and bought a 20 ounce coffee and a 5-hour energy drink and I was good to take on just another day at school.
I was not the only person in love with such a silly video game.
“I like the game. I played it the other night and it was hard for me to stop playing,” said junior Jamie Knickerbocker. “I still like Halo 3 more than Call of Duty though.”
Kane also added, “On average, I will stay up until ten playing.”
“I will probably play three to five hours a night, and stay up until 11:30 p.m.” added Hatfield.
Not everyone is in love with this game and people get irritated with it.
“I do not like the game because it has moved me and some of my guy friends further apart,” said senior Gretta MacDonald. “If I call one of my guy friends to hang out, they usually are playing Call of Duty. It is taking over their life.”
The game is sold out in many stores, so if you want a copy maybe you can ask Santa, and hope you find it in your stocking on Christmas morning.
Jan
10
You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out
Casey McKeown Junior Staff Writer
If you turn your TV to channel TBS on Christmas Eve, the movie A Christmas Story is on for twenty-four hours. The marathon is a tradition for many. It’s all about family time, and getting together.
“My family watches A Christmas Story while we open presents,” said senior Stephanie Johnson.
“I watch A Christmas Story,” Math teacher Andy Richert said. “It isn’t a tradition. It’s just on TV, so I watch it.”
There are so many memories about the movie that can be recalled. “I love A Christmas Story,” said junior Tira Hanson. “The first thing that pops in my head when I think of A Christmas Story is the leg lamp.”
Sophomore Cori McKeown said, “I love this time of the year because we put our leg lamp from the A Christmas Story up in the window, and when we watch the movie, we eat breakfast and sit in the living room.”
“My family watches A Christmas Story every year,” junior Alysha Sisneros said. “We just keep it on throughout the day.”
So on Christmas Eve, like million of Americans, turn your remote to TBS and watch the Christmas Story movie marathon.
Jan
10
Bye Bye Junior High By Travis Ladwig
As sophomores settle into South Campus, they quickly notice changes, compared to their old junior highs. Some are good, and some not so great.
Travis Ludwig Sophomore Staff Writer
Students liking school isn’t the most common thing in our community. But what isn’t to like? The transition from junior high to high school brought students more variety in classes, lunch choices, and especially, friends.
“Traveling from campus to campus is a hassle,” said Patrick Bonine, who attended Sage Valley. “I have to wait for kids to get on the bus and I’m always late for classes.”
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Jan
10
1501 Piercings? By Erica Bray
In April of 2010, Gillette resident Ed Bruns received 1,501 piercings over his body to beat the Guinness World Record for most piercings at a time. Several students at Campbell County High School have received piercings, but maybe not to that extreme.
Sophomore Anna Atkins’ ears have been pierced since she was five, and now she has seven piercings. “I felt like getting my ears pierced more and I told my sister I would do it with her,” said Atkins. “ I own too many earrings that I can’t even count them.
Senior Grace Davis started getting piercing at five years old and now has six. Also, junior Misty Hadenham has six and has had them for two years. “I got addicted to piercings because of the artistic side of it,” said Hadenham.
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Dakota McCann, a senior, not only has his ears pierced, but gauged too. “I did it for fun and saw it on people when I was younger,” said McCann. Both Handham and McCann want to get their noses pierced.
However there are students who won’t go that far. ”I don’t want my belly button, nose, or eyebrow pierced because I’ve seen people get them ripped out and it was gross,” said Davis.
Dec
10
That’s Just What I Wanted!
Riley Swanson
It’s Christmas morning and underneath the tree is an abundance of presents waiting to be opened. However, if you were like the average kid 10 years ago, you were hoping for that one special gift: perhaps a Gameboy Color. Was that special gift from Santa there?
We all appreciate the thought from Grandma: presents like socks and underwear, but every kid loves getting something greater. Junior Darby Kokesh said, “The best present I’ve ever gotten was my Australian Shepherd when I was nine years old.”
“Christmas Eve when I was 16, I received my first car: a 2008 Ford Explorer,” said sophomore Logan Wasson. “I received 700 dollars worth of speakers and lights inside too.”
“I still remember the day I got my first hockey stick,” said junior Austin Tennant. “I was five years old and it was the happiest I have ever been.”
For some teens the best gift they could ever get isn’t wrapped in shiny paper. Senior Shantell Nygaard said, “My older sister only comes into town once a year and that’s for Christmas, and to me, that’s better than any present I could ever get.”
“Last year my dad came home from Iraq,” said sophomore Ashley Robins. “We all cried at the airport. That was the best gift ever.”
Business teacher Toni Watt agreed. “Seeing my parents at my age is more important than unwrapping any present.”
Whether it’s opening presents, or seeing family for the holidays, no other occasion is greater than Christmas. Oh, and hopefully you eventually got that Gameboy Color.
Dec
10
Confessions of a Black Friday Shopper
Lauren Seamans
Black Friday is not just a one-day event; it takes strategic planning, plotting, and spending. Hours were spent strenuously tearing through the millions of advertisements and cutting out thousands of coupons and then finally mapping out the stores to be hit on the quest for giant sales. All of this is before the turkey coma has even worn off.
On the morning of November 25 at my grandma’s house in Greeley, Colorado, my alarm went off at 6:00 a.m. By 6:30, my family and I were heading to our first stop: Kohls. Hoping that we had beaten the 4 a.m. rush, we searched the parking lot praying for a space. We gathered our courage and stepped inside only to be greeted by a mad house of frantic shoppers running around looting the store. There were no carts to be found and the store was complete chaos. The 4 a.m. rush had never ended.
After scourging around clothes and misplaced toys, my grandma found three sweaters that suited her and then the waiting began. The line wrapped entirely around the store and a grueling 45 minutes later, we were checked out by a flustered cashier.
Stop number two was Macy’s, and proved much more rewarding. As soon as I walked through the doors, I spotted the most beautiful coat I had ever seen. Rushing up to it, I realized that the price had dropped from $90 to $30, plus there was only one left in my size! Obviously, finding this coat was fate and not being able to argue with my own logic, I bought it on the spot.
The magic of Christmas shopping started to take control of me. Every time I spotted something, I suddenly couldn’t live without it; my palms grew sweaty and my heart beat a mile a minute. I was in love. A wise saleslady told me that 60 percent of Black Friday shoppers buy for themselves, so I felt that I was justified in my spending. I did manage to get a few presents for others; mostly my cash flow went towards a present for a friend, and then a present to myself from muah.
Black Friday was not all fun and games. I experienced my first shopping heartache after finding the perfect white-buttoned coat, only to miss out on the sale and completely losing it. Leaving the store feeling empty-handed left me with a sense of loss, and my money screamed to be spent.
For the most part, Black Friday was rewarding. I left with a giant hole in my wallet, but bags filled with presents for all, and a few bonuses for me.
Dec
10
You Shouldn’t Have, Really!
Trista Fortuna
“One time I got this cheese grater, even better, an electric cheese grater for Christmas,” said junior Kaycee Schriber. “My parents thought it would be a definite necessity to my life.”
We all know the pain of an ugly sweater from Grandma, the little toys we receive when aunts and uncles assume we’re still five, but best of all, the gifts we look at and think, “…Really?”
“The worst present I ever got was a spandex mini skirt from my ex-husband,” said teacher Pat Waliser. “The weird part was my sisters got mini skirts the year before that, and I had made fun of them.”
“I got a paper lamp one time,” said junior Nikki Pellman, “It was strange because it was only a cord, light bulb and paper.”
Do you ever wonder what people are thinking when they go shopping for Christmas? Or in this case, raid their pantry? “Once I got a jar of pickles from my Grandma,” said senior Sam Crone. “Probably some of the best pickles I ever had though.”
“I once got a walnut from my 90 year old granny,” said art teacher Jason Linduska, “It was even wrapped.”
Giving away presents is the best part of Christmas, especially when you shop from your bathroom. “I once gave a friend shaving cream and a razor,” said Schriber.
Senior Wade Penfold added, “The weirdest present I have ever given away was Depends.”
“One time I gave away toilet paper,” said senior Ashley Knofczynski.
Receiving an odd gift only gives us an opportunity to give an odd gift back. “I once got a bunch of duct tape from my sisters,” said sophomore Tanner Sandvick. “So the next year, I got them tons of light bulbs.”
Christmas presents aren’t always the greatest, but it’s the thought that counts, right?
Dec
10
Gotcha Santa!
Kate Young
Mom turns off the lights and tells everyone to get to bed. “It’s a big day tomorrow. The big man should be showing up any minute now.” It’s late at night on Christmas Eve. That jolly old man won’t get away this time! Operation Gotcha Claus is a go.
From the beginning of the Christmas holiday, the mystery surrounding this red-cheeked man has captivated children around the world. Children stay up late. They get up early, or sneak around the house, all in the hopes of stealing a peek at that white bearded fellow. All in vain, as he has eluded them.
“I remember when we were kids, my two sisters and my brother, hiding behind the couch because we wanted to catch Santa. Then we heard something on the roof and we said, ‘Shhh! Reindeer…,’ ” said Rene Fritzen, North Campus Spanish teacher, reminiscing about her Christmas capers.
Not all methods by the children are that simple. “When I was little, I had a reindeer and polar bear stuffed animals, and I loved them. Every year I would wrap up Comet [the reindeer] in a blanket with snacks, flashlight, and a walkie talkie. I would have my own walkie talkie with Almond [the polar bear],” said junior Erin Thamm. “Every Christmas Eve after I bundled up Comet, I would throw him out the front door into the snow and left him there till morning. He came back every morning. You see, he had to go help Santa. He was a reindeer.”
Senior Leilani Fowlke took a more high-tech approach by hiding her hand-held video camera across from the tree in hopes of catching that elusive Christmas champion in the act. Her attempt was unsuccessful. She was in good company.
Sophomore Cody Carpenter, an adventurous youth, remembers one failed attempt with his cousin. “We used to hide in the living room. I hid under the laundry basket and my cousin hid underneath the couch. We didn’t see him though, we got caught by my grandpa.”
The years go by but the mystery remains the same. Santa Claus, Saint Nick, or simply The Old Man in the Red Suit, leaves a trail of wonder and awe everywhere he goes. Whether you listen for the hooves of reindeer on the roof, stick a walkie talkie with a kidnapped Comet, record the Christmas tree, or simple sneak past your family in the hopes of seeing him, the reason behind these methods stay the same. However, it may be better that he’s never caught, so as to keep the sense of adventure and mystery alive.
Dec
10
Holiday Cheer is Here
Malaree Holland
Thanksgiving is over, Wal-mart has put out their stockings and tinsel, and the Christmas music is playing everywhere. Not only that, but Starbucks has brought back their signature holiday drinks and the shopping rush has begun. Christmas cheer is all around Campbell County High School.
“The time we get off of school really puts me in the holiday mood,” said senior Mitch Nedved. “School gets so hectic around this time, and we deserve a break.”
After school is released, individual homes start to prepare for the long awaited visit from old Saint Nick.
“I love the presents. It’s the best part of Christmas,” said Brock Ballweber, CCHS Social Studies teacher. “When I was in sixth grade, I got a Ricky Williams Longhorn jersey and it made my year.”
The rhythmic jingles of the Christmas music ringing through shops and imitating sleigh bells is a very popular way of spreading cheer. “I love Christmas music,” said junior Brittany Clausen. “It’s just so cheery and light.”
“To get into the Christmas spirit, I listen to Christmas music while baking some holiday cookies,” said sophomore Cole Petty.
Ballweber agreed. “The music is definitely the cheeriest part of the season.”
Senior Josh Wright gets in the spirit before Christmas by opening more presents. “My birthday is on the 19th, so it’s a fun way to celebrate the season.”
From the hot chocolate to cheery jingles and twinkly lights, Christmas cheer warms the hearts of CCHS students.
Nov
23
Bye Bye Santa
By Teilla Drury
Senior staff writer
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By the time a child hits high school, they usually know all about the St. Nick myth, but how did they find out Santa’s secret?
“In 5th grade, I woke up early and compared handwriting on the gifts,” said junior Brittany Vanauken. “My parents said they just had similar handwriting as Santa Claus.”
Junior Alli Buechler had a different experience. “My 6th grade teacher told me. It broke my heart. Since then, I’ve gotten fewer gifts on Christmas.”
“I found out that Santa wasn’t real when I was 12. I had to help my mom carry the gifts in,” junior Larry Bird said. “But the ‘Santa’ image hasn’t really changed from when I was little since I have a little brother.”
Even teachers had to find out eventually. “My sister told me when I was in the 1st or 2nd grade,” CCHS Psychology teacher Pat Waliser said. “She always told me stuff I didn’t want to know. Not that my parents cared, they had three more who still believed.”
“I think I was about 12 when I found out,” said senior Brynna Kahl. “I stole my big brother’s action figure, so he got mad and told me flat out that Santa didn’t exist. When my mom found out I knew the truth, she cried and grounded my brother,” added Kahl. “She’s big on Christmas; it’s her favorite.”
CCHS students and staff can no longer hear the majestic, happy tinkling of the reindeer’s silver bell. Can you?
Nov
17
Two is Better Than One: Twins at CCHS
Kate Young
The Bishops
The Bishops
Question: Do you and your sibling have twin telepathy?
Brenda: That would be scary.
Bobby: Nope.
Q: What is your favorite story about you and your twin?
Brenda: We had this little pool and my brother hated the water. Our dad would put him in and I would splash him and it would make him mad.
Bobby: Same as Brenda.
Q: What is your relationship like?
Brenda: Better now, more than in the past.
Bobby: I kinda like her.
Q: Are there any sort of strange questions that people ask you?
Brenda: If we’re identical.
Bobby: None.
Q: Do you like being a twin?
Brenda: It’s not bad.
Bobby: It’s okay.
The Youngs
Taylor and Kate Young
Q: Do you have twin telepathy?
Kate: No way, that’s only in the movies.
Taylor: No, but I wish I did.
Q: What is your favorite memory between you and your sister?
Kate: When we would sneak off and hide from our mom in the department store, she would freak out and Tay and I would just be giggling in a rack of clothes.
Taylor: I loved when we went to Disneyworld. There was no one there, literally no lines! It was so much fun!
Q: What is your relationship like?
Kate: We’re really close; we’re always together.
Taylor: Of course we’re close! She’s my best friend.
Q: Is there any questions you get asked a lot?
Kate: If we can read each other’s mind.
Taylor: We get asked if we have twin telepathy and if I like being a twin.
Q: Would you rather be a twin or an only child?
Kate: I wouldn’t know what to do if I was an only child.
Taylor: Twin, because I always have someone with me.
The Pownals
Taylor & Tyler Pownall
Q: What is your relationship like?
Taylor: Best friends, we get along great.
Tyler: Yeah, we’re best friends.
Q: Frequently asked questions?
Taylor: Can you feel if he [Tyler] gets hit?
Tyler: Do we have twin telepathy? Or, do we have our own language?
Q: Can you read each other’s mind?
Taylor: No, we get asked that so much.
Tyler: No, I think that’s made up.
Q: What are your favorite memories with your brother?
Taylor: In 5th grade we switched classes on our teacher Mrs. Shultz. It didn’t work. We have two different personalities; I was always nice to her and my brother had an attitude. She just laughed.
Tyler: Beating him at the wrestling match.
Q: Twin vs. Only Child?
Taylor: It’s nice being a twin, some one to talk to and get so used to having someone with you.
Tyler: Twin, cause you’ll always have a friend.
The Leiss Girls
Megan and Jacklyn Leiss
Q: Do you and your sister get along?
Megan: Kinda, most of the time we don’t, but sometimes we do.
Jacklyn: No, we’re completely different.
Q: What is the best part of being a twin?
Megan: Every time we move, we have each other and I hate being alone.
Jacklyn: We’re never alone at a new school or anything even though we move around a lot.
Q: What is your favorite memory?
Megan: When we were little we would always hang out together.
Jacklyn: Our vacation to Hawaii with [Megan] and our dad.
Q: Do you have twin telepathy?
Megan: Not really. I can’t really tell.
Jacklyn: No, not really.
Q: What sort of things do people ask you when they find out your twins?
Megan: Like if one of us sleeps in, does the other one?
Jacklyn: Do we feel the same thing or know what each other is doing?
The Fischers
Dani & Demi Fischer
Q: What is it like between you guys?
Dani: Pretty close. I’m closer with my brother though.
Demi: We’re really close.
Q: Twin or only child?
Dani: Twin, because it would suck being an only child.
Demi: Twin, don’t really know anything else. I never thought of not having Dani as my twin.
Q: Can you read each other’s thoughts, or have some sort of twin telepathy?
Dani: No, not at all. I have brother telepathy.
Demi: No, I don’t think people can do that.
Q: What kind of questions do you get asked a lot?
Dani: If we’re identical. And no, we’re not!
Demi: If we’re identical, if my twin is a boy or a girl, and who’s older.
Q: What’s your most memorable time with your twin?
Dani: Running from our dad. We ran and hid under the table because we didn’t think he could find us. He did.
Demi: Oh my gosh, mine is the same as Dani’s!
The Greens
Alex & Zach Green
Q: Relationship
Alex: I work, so I don’t see him very much.
Zach: We don’t see each other very much. I live with my ma and he lives with our pa.
Q: Twin Telepathy?
Alex: No.
Zach: No way.
Q: Best memory?
Alex: I guess when we got our first dirt bikes.
Zach: Definitely the first time we bathed together.
Q: What questions do you get ask?
Alex: Does he look like me?
Zach: Nothing really.
Q: Twin or Only Child?
Alex: I’d kick his butt out.
Zach: I’d kick him out too.
