Looking back on my childhood I am so thankful I was an only child. I spent many Fridays in my early years at my grandparents' home and farm. My grandmother converted a log cabin outbuilding into my playhouse. Once inside the playhouse, she would say, "Alright H.L. what are we going to do today?" and I would pick up a piece of chalk, a book or a set of toys and the day’s … [Read more...] about Rave: Being An Only Child is the Best
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Rant: Being An Only Child is Widely Misunderstood
I have let my (l)on(e)ly child syndrome define me my entire life. It shouldn’t, but it does. I credit many of my greatest aches to a childhood spent solely around adults, as an observer turned mini-grown-up.I have to preface by giving credit where credit is due –– I am the person I am because I was raised as an only child. There are lessons I have learned and … [Read more...] about Rant: Being An Only Child is Widely Misunderstood
Young Professionals Network Works with Business-Minded Students in Malibu
Members of the organization gather at Le Cafe de la Plage on Sept. 2. Young Professionals networked and connected through their business ventures. Photos by Mary Elisabeth In March, Anita Hoffman, former COO of Vivid Candi and former honorary board director of the Malibu Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce, founded the Young Professionals Network — an organization assisting … [Read more...] about Young Professionals Network Works with Business-Minded Students in Malibu
People of Pepperdine: Kameron Johnston
Photos by Chad Jimenez “I’m really passionate about serving others and that’s what I ultimately want to do in whatever platform that may be. Right now, I’m leaning towards law because I see that as an outlet where I can reach economically disadvantaged people and those that are marginalized, so that is my ultimate goal. I think Pepperdine has helped me take steps towards … [Read more...] about People of Pepperdine: Kameron Johnston
Pre-NSO Yosemite Trip
Graphic by Nate BartonMy crusted eyes creaked opened as I lazily turned over to my phone. My phone's head-aching alarm meant that it was the morning of August 16. The start of a trip for which I had been anxiously waiting — the Pre-NSO Yosemite Trip.This was the first time Pepperdine has ever held a freshman program before the legendary NSO. They put the option at the end … [Read more...] about Pre-NSO Yosemite Trip
