In past issues I tackled dinner, lunch and dessert. That meant that there was only one area I had not explored — breakfast. This meal of the day is as diverse as any other with a variety of recipes to choose from. What typically stands out the most is breakfast that’s served after a big event (like a wedding or a quinceanera) after a holiday (like Christmas or New Year’s), and … [Read more...] about Culinary Corner: Eat breakfast
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I accidentally stayed here
Well you guys, the end of this school year has arrived, and I’ve found myself reevaluating if I’m better for the experience. Results are inconclusive. What did I learn in my second campaign at Pepperdine? I have no idea. I just found out that staying on campus for your sophomore year is the equivalent of calling Pepperdine’s International Programs bluff. Did you know they … [Read more...] about I accidentally stayed here
Just read this some other day
It’s 2 a.m. You are starting your 12-page research paper due in six hours. You’re armed for battle with a 5-Hour energy, a Red Bull, a PowerBar and a SmartWater. This is worth 25 percent of your grade. This night comes down to you, your laptop, your energy armor and your textbooks. It’s 2:30 a.m. Time to update the Facebook status, and let everyone know how hard you are … [Read more...] about Just read this some other day
The genealogy of GDI: trace the tension between Greek and Geed
Everyone has regrets in life. Some regret their last words to a lost loved one. Others regret irrational choices that led to destructive addictions. Me? Well, I regret one thing and one thing only — I regret that I decided to sit inside watching “Boy Meets World” reruns during rush freshman year. That’s right. I said it. I, Benjamin Lawrence Kryder, am a G…D…[gasp]…I! For … [Read more...] about The genealogy of GDI: trace the tension between Greek and Geed
My life on the Z-list: Toilet trained
Well, adoring fans and dedicated nemesi, this is my last ode to passionate ranting about nothing. I will soon disappear into the undying lands of employment, bills, foster kids, fast food, “Ellen,” oil changes, excessive gambling and, lets just be honest, most likely some form of prostitution. I will greatly miss this opportunity to communicate with the masses without fear of … [Read more...] about My life on the Z-list: Toilet trained