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
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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
Malibu Meets India: Los Angeles residents gather beach side for Holi celebration
Hundreds gathered for the annual “Holi at the Beach” celebration at Will Rogers State Park earlier this March, celebrating the Indian festival of color. “Holi”- Day This yearly celebration is not new to the Malibu/ Pacific Palisades area, but with the growing numbers of South Asians in the Los Angeles area, it it becoming more popular each year. Pallavi Singh, who celebrated … [Read more...] about Malibu Meets India: Los Angeles residents gather beach side for Holi celebration
Culinary Corner: Make a flauta
Unsure of what to cook for this week’s issue, I thought of my favorites foods I eat when I’m home. It didn’t take long to find a common thread in my favorite foods. Back home, quite a few of the things I eat are accompanied by an assortment of lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, sour cream and cheese. The arrangement of the accompanying condiments depends on the actual dish, … [Read more...] about Culinary Corner: Make a flauta
My life on the Z-list: Cover your Facebook
With Facebook’s Timeline fast approaching for everyone, I have been spending an unholy amount of time frantically searching for a cover photo. What single photo do I choose to accurately broadcast myself as a grounded optimist with a tangible grasp on reality and a working relationship with my pervasive maturity and religious certainty? I could go with a photo of a quote, … [Read more...] about My life on the Z-list: Cover your Facebook