Sky Blue FC

# A night from hell in paradise I looked out of the tiny window, where, through the low hanging clouds, I could finally see a few of the 300+ Fijian islands dotted around the ocean below me. I was excited to start the first relaxing holiday I've had in years. No early rises, no long drives where we would squeeze in as much of the country as we could. No, not this time. This time was all about doing nothing. Moving countries and our hectic work schedules had finally taken its toll, so Ash and I…

green eyes fluttered open. She pressed her palms firmly on the cold wet ground and propped herself up. She had long red hair that curled at the bottom. Small freckles splattered across her cheeks and nose, it was almost like the stars in the night sky. The surrounding area was unlike something she had ever seen before. It was dark and quiet, the only noises were coming from the night bugs. Her eyes scanned the forest to see if she could make out where she was. Although she appeared calm her…

It is not unusual in literature to become so enamored with details, that the connotative meaning becomes lost in the writing. Because of this, it is imperative for details of figurative and descriptive language to be incorporated and to further enhance a narrative, as it provides the reader with a more intimate perspective and relationship with the characters. This idea as well as the imperative concept of symbolism is of most importance in The Book Thief. This narrative is so incredibly diverse…

mesmerized by the painted canvas around me. I feel a tingle inside me as I take in my surroundings. There is the perfect mix of blues, greys and whites as I gaze into the sky amongst the fluffy grey clouds. Amongst this painting in the sky, rings of yellow and pale orange create a precise flickering circle. The rings cast a dim glimmer through the colours of the sky. Just then, an icy cold wind rushes through the naked forest to meet me as it howls in my ears and whistles past my face in a…

One RIKER OXFORD RAY felt the water rush in. Clear blue broke onto the beach, collecting sand over miles down the peninsula. He laughed. There was nothing to do in the night but watch the stars and ocean and laugh. So he stood on the edge of the pier, feeling the break of the water. His hair was dark, and it glistened in the lights. He was of average height, and gauntly featured. Another explosion of water spread before him, like a plain of crystal. He watched the violent swirls of the ocean…

Stairway to Heaven What human think can go to heaven? What does Heaven look like to human eyes? Is it made of gold? Look at Stairway to Heaven is a painting by Mary Sedici opens in the human eye to surprise. The painting make many people wonder about how beautiful, what is aesthetically pleasing. The painting depends on the trinity of light, composition, and wonder. Stairway to heaven leading up into the clouds with light reveals the subject. Saw shadow rising up from skyline, with two clouds…

It’s the calm of the morning, and I’m tired. The smooth and curving edges of the trail entertain my eyes as I hike towards my goal, the summit of Mt. Hyndman. It’s a kind trail, made of a cluster of aromas and a collage of colors. Sagebrush and young saplings add to the sensation of the vista. Sharp crackles occur beneath my feet as insects scamper around, frantically searching for minute fissures to conceal themselves in. Vibrant birds chirp cheerful melodies, and a stream trickles by whistling…

spend your evening at the incomparable roadhouse, Pappy and Harriet’s for some back-country barbecue and top-shelf tequila. LA-based musicians and world-famous rockers swing by for epic nightly performances. Rock, country, bluegrass, folk, jazz and blues draw a diverse crowd of all ages and creeds. In the fall and spring, the Joshua Tree Music Festival brings even more music lovers to the peace and love of the…

Spring Time Lewis Grizzard one said, “Springtime is the land awakening. The March winds are the morning yawn.” As winter ends and Spring begins, the wildlife comes out to greet us once more, the weather becomes a pleasure to be in, and fun outside activities begin again. Spring is the most beautiful season of them all; and, I wish it could stay all year. Yawning and hungry from months of hibernation, stinky bears rush to the lake to rinse off the winter days and catch a bite to eat. They…

magical place to be. It frequently offers guidance and a place to go when times get hard for students on campus. From the tree surrounding the river to the silent movement of the Mississippi River provides silent answers. Different shades of brown, blue, and green intertwine and provide a beautiful paradise known as the bluff. The lush green forestry outlines the river. Trees standing tall and mighty, as if they were declared guardians of the river. The smell of freshly cut grass interlaces…