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__FUTURE IS LOOKING BRIGHT __ I'm Graduating Artec which means I'm one step closer to my freedom(: Soon ill be out of DCFS custody and back in my mom's(: I'll be able to get my belly ring back and ill be able to get some new ink and get some covered up too(: I'll be able to get my wolf tattoo on my left shoulder in loving memory of my step dad, a Sunflower tattoo in memory of my amazing mom and a dream catcher on my right side of my torso to signify surviving all my trauma and going through all my sleepless nights because of nightmares related to it. i'm getting my calf tattoo redone and then i'll be 100% happy. i'll works on catching up on credits and getting my job back! my future is actually not looking too shabby! <33 By N

Music Review: Unstable by Krizz Kaliko

Unstable by Krizz Kaliko relates to millions of people around the world. “Unstable! Give me a reason. ‘Cause I can’t stop but thinkin bout leavin’. I’m so unstable! And I need help, cause I can’t do it by myself…so unstable" Unstable is on Krizz kaliko’s album kickin and screamin from 2012. In that album, Krizz expressed more emotion than he has ever before. HE became vulnerable and sensitive. All of his songs are positive and innovative in the album kickin and screamin. He made a breakthrough telling people to go for help. The messages in this album have helped people recover from mental illness and drug addiction. I highly recommend everyone to at least listen to Krizz Kaliko’s “unstable” :) By-M



Addiction Addiction hides in the shadows it attacks you when you least expect it but it is a monster you can leave in your closet and never see it again. Today I hear it calling my name screaming at me but I plug my ears and wipe away my tears.It will forever be my fear but I open my eyes and take off my disguise I look into my mother’s eyes and realize I'm glad I didn’t diesober I stay and the monster fades awayday by day I realize life will be okay By A



What’s Hot/What’s Not by S 1. Tattoos are HOT 2. Piercings are HOT 3. Tumbler People Are HOT 4. Ice Cube is HOT 5. A.R.T.E.C is HOT

1. Pollution is NOT hot 2. Drugs are NOT hot 3. Fake people are NOT hot 4. Brats are NOT hot
 * 5. ** Homework is NOT hot

Good bye Artec girls residential! Hello Artec day treatment.

Well after almost 6 ½ months the day has finally come! I’m out of this mad house and into the mad world. So many emotions running through me right now, I’m scared of what I’m capable of, but I’m excited to see what I’m capable of too. I know I have it in me to stay clean and I’ve been given a last chance to prove myself and I’m going to take advantage of my opportunity as much as possible. I’m leaving Artec girls residential and moving in with my proctor family tomorrow and starting the day treatment to get the rest of my credits for the end of this quarter. I’m sad to leave the girls I’ve gotten to know and gotten so close to, I’m going to miss my girls and I hope they get out of here faster than I did which means: GIRLS: NO fighting, NO bringing your phone and come home ON TIME from visits! I hope to see you guys on the outs and having fun together like we have had in here together and make more memories like we made here, I’ll miss you </3 I’m with a totally different group of girls then I came here to and with, I made friends with so many girls I cannot and will not ever forget. I grew close to many of the staff and learned to trust and open up and I told them things I’ve never told anyone before. I’m going to miss being the little pain in the booty they love so much! I learned things here that I’ll use for the rest of my life. I grew up so much in these last 6 months it's creepy and incredible and I’m excited to keep growing up and learning from these experiences.

Goodbye Artec Girls A&D residential I love and hate you with all my heart. SINCERELY, N



Horoscopes by S **Gemini** Lucky Number 14- Allow your creativity to show. You may find many different inspirations around you, so take advantage of it. Be more outgoing, as you will find others are willing to listen and allow you to join in. **Cancer** Lucky Number 73- Stay positive and take action. Instead of debating on wither or not to take action, go out and do it! Don’t let others stop you from accomplishing what you want the most. **Leo** Lucky Number 57- Think about your choices and the consequences. You will find that your choices can end either really well or really bad. Try not to make sudden choices and let others impact the decisions you make. You know what will be best for you. **Virgo** Lucky Number 32- Reach your goals by reaching out to those who can help you. Gather as much information as possible, for it may help make things simpler. Stay calm and take your time without procrastinating; you’ll feel the most satisfaction this way **Libra** Lucky Number 49- Move outside of your comfort zone. You will find the most pleasure socializing more than you usually do. Remember to balance out your time alone and your time with others, though. Take time-outs when necessary but don’t isolate yourself. **Scorpio** Lucky Number 19- Reflect often on your physical and emotional needs so you can get them met. Keep what you want most in mind as you think of what your actions shall be. Feel your emotions instead of throwing them aside without overwhelming yourself. Remember, you are your most convenient ally. **Sagittarius** Lucky Number 93- Allow your curiosity to lead you throughout boredom. You may find that the things you would never think of doing before are the ones that give you the most pleasure. Socialize with others and you will bring joy into their lives as you bring it into your own. **Capricorn** Lucky Number 30- Use your talents to their full potential as you complete the necessary tasks to accomplish. Listen to others advice, especially from your family. Remember that they love you and want you to do what is best. Their advice can mean a lot to you or nearly nothing. That doesn’t matter, take it to heart! **Aquarius** Lucky Number 8- Reach for your goals and even if you don’t succeed you will open up many new opportunities for yourself. Don’t doubt your power or potential, even if others seem to. Remember to think carefully about what you want in the long run, not just in the present moment. **Pieces** Lucky Number 61- Make your surroundings match your spontaneous moods. Don’t allow your emotion changes to affect your accomplishments. Take advantage of being able to feel your emotions to their max, it may be a struggle but it can also help you in the long run.
 * Aries ** Lucky Number 24- You may feel strong emotions, but remember to balance them out. Now is the time to speak your mind and take action. Remember to relax if your emotions get too overwhelming.
 * Taurus ** Lucky Number 4- Watch how you react to your emotions and pay extra attention to doing it in a healthy way. Remember to let others in without making yourself feel too vulnerable. Try not to overreact to actions.

Attila

I think that Attila is an amazing band. I have seen them 5 times. They are coming to Warp Tour this year, I’m pretty excited to go to Warped Tour. Attila’s music gets better every time a new album comes out. I bet their next one will be pretty sick. My favorite album is Outlawed, and my favorite song is White Lightning. The first time I saw Attila was at The Venue and ever since I have loved them.

~ by c

As I Lay Dying By C As I Lay Dying is a Christian Scream-O band. They are from San Diego. Most of their songs are about how their lives were when they didn’t believe and think of a higher power, then it tells the strengths they find within doing the good stuff and making changes. They basically sing about the destruction of a man or woman throughout the course of their lives. Some of their albums are; The Powerless Rise, An Ocean Between Us, Shadows Are Security, Awakened, and Frail Words Collapse. They have been to several Warp Tours. What I really like about the music is that they managed to get their screams to sound perfect. I like how fast the drums and the electric guitars are throughout every song they play. Honestly, I like the band because I just like Scream-O and Heavy Metal music. I’ve been listening this kind of music since I was seven years old.

By J Origami Origami, Corigami Is so much fun You take a paper And fold it or rip it To get the shape you want Then you put it in your window So that it doesn’t get messed up  Then you can start again an d make another one And continue to have a lot of fun

I got introduced to one of my friends through origami when I was 10-11 years old and she has remained one of my friends since then. I like to make random things like a bird or an elephant and stuff like that. I would like to make this



Graffiti By: JG Here is what I know about graffiti. It takes patience and skill to do graffiti. It is a lot of work. People do graffiti either by drawing it on a piece of paper or they do graffiti by using paint and painting on a canvas or a wall. People usually use spray paint to do graffiti. It is usually done on a wall somewhere. People write names, draw faces, or do what they want. The most common things are names. People draw many effects or details besides the lettering. People will draw 3-D effects, drips, smoke, and many other effects. Besides doing it illegally on walls and vandalizing, people can get paid to do logos, images, banners, etc. for businesses. People can also get paid with money to do those sorts of things. I like to do graffiti because people like it, I like it, and I am good at it. Graffiti helps me take things off of my mind.



S Dear ARTEC

I think this place sucks. It is better than the other places I have been to though. Our unit always smells like sweaty kids and nasty food. The rules here are really stupid, for example we can’t wear hats in school and we have to go to bed at 9:00 during the week. If this place would stay at a rehab and not go to a behavioral place the kids would get along more. The only good thing about this place is that there are only 8 kids here and not 16. But it’s ok; I leave next month.

MUSIC REVIEW. By J C.R.A.S.S.

Crass was a very influential band for so many people in the worldwide, 50 year strong Anarcho punk movement. I myself have loved them since I was just a little middle school guy. The music itself is very avant garde and artistic, experimental in nature, in reference to their later sound. This is the band that started the Anarcho punk movement, and crust punk movement, though they considered themselves simple Punks, speaking out against the system. Our movement is both reactionary and a way of life, and has become a way of thinking, a way of being. Lyrics; I know there is love. You've taken my eyes till there's nothing to see  Except abuse and destruction, no chance to be free.  You've taken my thinking, my means of survival,  Thrust in my hand your gun and your bible.  You told me to kill for the lord up above,  You've given me hate when I KNOW THERE IS LOVE.  You told me to kill for the lord up above,  You've given me hate when I KNOW THERE IS LOVE.



Battlefield 4

I like Battlefield 4 because it’s a first person shooter game.

You get too run around and do missions.

You get to fly helicopters and drive tanks.

You get to make your own uniform and weapons.

The game is really fun. by A

Technology article

B

My favorite technology is any sort of Apple product. The new iphone5c is the phone I have at my house when I get there. It is a nice phone and fast loading. Some iphone5c’s are waterproof. The bad thing is I used all of my data. So my bill is $200.

** The Fourth of July **

The fourth of July is a great holiday. Since it’s coming up soon I might be able to shoot some fireworks. Usually when I celebrate the fourth I eat steak, hamburgers, and sometimes hotdogs. Then after we eat we wait until dark and shoot the fireworks. Sometimes I wish the holiday would never roll on by because I usually never get to do anything. The fourth of July is great to celebrate. By: B  Eminem Eminem is my favorite rappers of all time especially his song Beautiful. It goes sort of like this: are you calling me, are you trying to get through are you reaching out for me like I’m reaching out for you

I’m just so freaking depressed I just can’t seem to get out this slump or over this hump I took my bruises took my lumps fell down then I got right back up but I just need something to pull me out this dump but I need that spark to pick the psyched back up in order for me to pick the mic back up.

He is also a good rapper. He makes me happy when I’m depressed and just makes me feel like I’m worth it. He makes me feel like I can rap and become someone in my life. Hopefully when I’m older I can become a good enough rapper as Eminem is.

J

Horoscope. By H

Aries – A new phase in your life is beginning, the previous phase could be interpreted to be a life lesson to responsibilities.

Taurus – If you want to change now is the time to begin, the first step is to figure out how you can make a living from it.

Gemini – You have recently gained confidence in yourself, now its time to show people who you are and put it to use.

Cancer - You will be encouraged to explore the things you love and express you opinions openly.

Leo – If you have been procrastinating now is the time to get things done, don’t worry about others they’ll appreciate your ideas.

Virgo – You feel more comfortable telling people how you feel, and it’s a really important change for you.

Libra – You’re a very hard worker, you’ll be able to accomplish even more than usual you just need to set your mind to it.

Scorpio – It’s time to let go of the past and move into the future, start by letting the little things go.

Sagittarius – Your loved ones want to spend more time with you, however there may be some issues and temper in all that.

Capricorn – You’re often motived to do things, sometimes life begins with a simple action its your choice to make it.

Aquarius – Emotions have been overpowering you lately, its time to let those feelings go and manage how you use them.

Pisces – Today is the day you devote yourself to do things you want and enjoy your life.

Video game review Black Ops I is amazing. It`s so fun you get to shoot people in the head do missions. One of the missions is you have to find a plane to get somewhere. You find it and start riding up but there something blocking the runway so you jump off and run to an automatic gun and shoot the blocker so the plane can leave. You can`t run back to the plane because the bad guys that you missed will shoot at you. The plane leaves you and eventually you`ll get to them but, you got knock out and found yourself strapped to a chair then you are magically back where they are.

By: E