Author Archive: Ally at the Desk
The cr(AP)py Poll
Can someone please explain to me the thought process that goes on when picking the top 25 teams for the AP poll each week?
A Letter to Those I’ll Never be Able to Thank
I genuinely don’t think he will ever feel the immense pain that I felt knowing he must have stopped loving me at some point in the few months prior.
Fernandina High School’s Certified Nursing Assistant Program
We learned to give bed baths, dress a patient, catheter care, range of motion exercises, taking vital signs, and many other skills.
Ally’s Truck is for Sale
My Dodge Dakota is fun to drive with a 5-speed manual transmission; it has working A/C, new front tires, and an after market stereo.
Is Genetical Engineering Ethical?
What is genetic engineering? It is the modification of characteristics of an organism by manipulating genetic material.
2012 Splash Bash Benefits Relay for Life AND Humane Society
You are running out of time to for a chance to win $500. This fundraiser benefits both the Humane Society and Relay for Life.
S’More Sandwich Cookie Recipes
Here is a great recipe for S’More Sandwich Cookies I baked for my classmates to share at the End of the School Year Party.
Tips to the Perfect Deep Fried Turkey
If you have ever been interested in learning how to safely deep fry your Thanksgiving turkey, this timeless video is for you!
Fernandina Beach Wins Babe Ruth North Florida State Championship [Video]
Fernandina Beach beat Dinsmore 9 to 3 to win the 2010 Babe Ruth North Florida 15U (15 and under) State Championship.
Fernandina Beach High School
Entering the final nine weeks of the high school year, Fernandina Beach has put out a revised end of year calendar.
Christian Rock Band Hello Forever Q and A
Christian rock band “Hello Forever” recently performed in Fernandina Beach at The Journey Church. I had the opportunity to interview Dillan Howell, their lead singer.
A French Recipe for Croque Monsieur
I thought it was perfect for a cold winter’s dinner. However, it is not easy to keep my family out of the kitchen long enough to treat them to my latest French cuisine surprise.
Snickerdoodles
Baking with my Mom at the holidays is a tradition for our family and this year one of our cookies is the Snickerdoodle!
Translating the French Recipe Gratin de Poires
One of our extra credit assignments is to translate French recipes, prepare and serve them to our unsuspecting families, and then get them to comment on the dish.