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     Ernie and Bert Are the Biggest Icons Ever 

We, as Chaia BBGs, are the purple and yellow, Bert and Ernie-loving sisters. Having watched my fair share of Sesame Street when I was little, I’m no stranger to our orange and yellow best friends, and now that I’m older and (marginally) wiser, I can say with confidence that Bert and Ernie are absolutely, positively iconic.

Let’s start with the fashion. If I could just wear their outfits every day I absolutely would. Every day, Ernie rocks a tasteful royal blue and scarlet striped sweater with yellow and white accents, and some 90s cut blue jeans. A very classy fit. Bert also rocks the striped sweater look, but his is a v-neck, and in true 2020 indie kid fashion, he layers a turtleneck under for some contrast. Not only that, but Ernie and Bert’s sweaters just sort of...go together. It could be that Ernie goes for the horizontal stripe look, while Bert prefers to look taller and opts for vertical stripes.

Ernie and Bert’s friendship is also just so iconic. They do absolutely everything together and always joke around in the process. Not only are they best friends, they’re also roommates, meaning the fun never has to stop. Personally, I’m so jealous of them because I wish I could live with my best friend(s). They’re really living out my current dream. The two of them also care about each other so much. When trying to decide what to give the other for the holidays (probably Hanukkah, I’m assuming they’re Jewish), they make sure that they’re getting just the perfect present for the other. Ernie even trades his rubber ducky for the box he’s giving Bert (to store Bert’s paper clip collection, of course) because Bert just means that much to him. So cute.

All in all, ever since July of 1969, Ernie and Bert have been the iconic, rubber ducky-loving, fashionista, dynamic duo, two pretty best friends that we all needed. And yes, I wrote an article just talking about them because they deserve all the appreciation in the world.

-Nina Mayers,   2021

                    Cookie Dough Recipie 

 

2 cups flour

1 ½ sticks butter at room temp 

¾ cup light brown sugar

¼ cup white sugar

Scant ¼ cup milk

1 tsp. Vanilla

1 tsp salt

1 tsp baking soda

1 cup of any chocolate chips, or any candy you’d like 

 

Heat treat flour in 9x13 glass pan; bake flour for 5-10 min at 350 degrees. When done cool in the fridge or freezer until cold. Once flour is cold mix in baking soda and salt. 

 

Cream butter and sugars together for 4 minutes until fluffy. Add vanilla and milk until well combined. Add  flour in a little bit at a time until all ingredients are well combined. 

 

Stir in a cup of chocolate chips or any candy you’d like. Before serving bring it down to room temperature.

-Izzie Mintz,   2021

Frozen mac n cheese ranked fROM WORST TO BEST

In last place, we have the Lean Cuisine Favorites Macaroni and Cheese. It tastes like it has low calories, which it does but it is still not the best. Also, too chalky. 2 out of 5 stars.

In 5th place, 365 Everyday Value Macaroni & Cheese. It's okay for whole wheat pasta and low calories but okay just isn't good enough for me. 2 out of 5 stars. 

In 4th place, Beecher's World's Best Mac & Cheese. It exceeded my expectations, but it wasn't amazing or in my opinion the world best. 3 out of 5 stars. 

In 3rd place, Amy's Macaroni & Cheese. It's pretty good but a little bit too much cheese. Definitely needs a better cheese to pasta ratio. 4 out of 5 stars.

In 2nd place, Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese. A classic. Very good, honestly I would not change anything but it's just not the best. 4 out of 5 stars.

AND THE WINNER IS... Trader Joe's Diner Mac 'N Cheese. I absolutely love this mac n cheese. Perfect cheese to pasta ratio and different flavorful cheeses. The only thing I would change is the calories but I was informed that you can get a reduced fat version for less calories!! 5 out of 5 stars would 100 percent recommend!

-Mira Swirsky,   2020

(from Chaia's Niche Presentation Night)

Wanda, you are not the mother

Currently, 50 AP psychology vocab words, a plethora of math problems, and fastidious annotations await me on this fine Monday afternoon. However, I have a more pressing issue to attend to. As many of you born in the 2000’s generation may know, Fairly OddParents was quite the hit show. Receiving a 93% approval rating by Google users, the show has clearly surpassed typical Nickelodeon expectations. However, as I studied this show, I couldn’t help but uncover major corruptions between character relationships.

 

I, myself, have realized these slight details and have kept my mouth shut for the sake of Nickelodeon's beloved reputation. But, seeing an opportunity to uncover Fairly OddParents’ darkest secrets does not come every day, I have taken it upon myself to expose this theory.

 

Now, without further ado, let me allow myself to walk you through the show.


 

The show begins with Timmy Turner, a young teenager, who acquires two magical fairies by the names of Cosmo (male) and Wanda (female). The two become his trusted ‘godparents’, hence the name of the show: Fairly OddParents (a play on words, indeed, but the context still stands). Timmy wishes a multitude of wishes throughout a whopping ten seasons.

 

Seems normal, right? Here's where things get serious. Season six, episode one, the fairy couple desperately want to have a child and Timmy wishes it so. Soon enough, Cosmo is pregnant. Yes- Cosmo. In Fairly World, the male fairy gets pregnant (don’t ask).

 

Half way through the episode, Poof, named by Timmy himself, is born.

 

But here’s the catch: Poof is Purple.

What’s the problem, you ask? Wanda is Pink.

 

But do you know who is Purple? Juandissimo Magnifico, the most gorgeous fairy in town. Oh, and did I mention he is also madly in love with Wanda?

 

Now, Wanda does make it very clear to Cosmo she is not interested in Juandissimo. But, Cosmo is still jealous. In fact, he ultimately despises Juandissimo.

 

So, what’s the problem? Seems to be Cosmo is just a protective husband. But what if he is not?

 

Lets run down the facts:

 

Timmy wishes for Cosmo to have a baby, but he does not wish specifically for Cosmo to have a child with Wanda.

 

Soon enough, Cosmo is pregnant with seemingly Wanda's baby.  

 

However, when the baby comes, it is purple. Again, Wanda is pink. (Also, keep in mind every fairy in Fairy World is a different color; each fairy gets their color from their parents.)

 

Juandissimo is the only Purple fairy that Cosmo interacts with throughout the entire ten seasons. Hmmmm….

 

So, who are Poof’s parents?

Cosmo and Juandissimo, perhaps? I think yes.

 

Keep in mind, this is simply a theory. But, it is full fledged with logic. And, while there is nothing wrong with two male fairies having a child, it is the fact that Cosmo is married to Wanda that specifically makes you wonder. And, of course, it is entirely possible that it is Wanda’s child after all. For all we know, Cosmo is surrogate father for Wanda and Juandissimo; anything is possible in Fairy World!

 

Regardless of where you fall in this debate, the truth is us spectators will never truly know the real answer. And that is Fairly Odd itself.

- Lauren Platko, 2018

the kardashians

Hi my name is Sydney Burkons, I am a freshman at Beachwood. Something that I am passionate about is the Kardashians. I love the Kardashians, the style, the entertainment, the drama it is all amazing. Something people never understand is the family tree, so let me explain it to you. It all started with Kris Jenner and Robert Kardashian, who had four kids, Kourtney, Kim, Khloe and Rob. Then Kris and Robert Kardashian (the 1st) divorced, because of opposing sides of the OJ simpson trial and Kris married Bruce Jenner who is now Caitlyn Jenner. Together they had two children Kendall and Kylie. Before Bruce married Kris he was married to Linda Thompson  and they together had two boys, Brandon and Brody. Then Linda and Bruce divorced and Linda married David Foster and together they had three daughters Sara, Erin and Jordan. Linda and David unfortunately divorced and David married Yolanda Foster, they had no kids and the eventually got divorced. Then Yolanda Married Mohamed Hadid and they had three kids Gigi, Bella and Anwar. Circling back to the Kardashians and their relationships can be confusing. Let's start off with Kris again, she is currently dating Corey Gambles. Kourtney has been on and off with her longtime boyfriend Scott Disick, together they have three kids, Mason, Penelope and Reign. Kim has married Kanye West  and they have three kids North, Saint and Chicago. Khloe married Lamar Odom they got divorced and had no kids. Khloe is currently dating Tristan Thompson and they have one kid together, True. Rob dated Blac Chyna and together they have one daughter Dream. Kendall has no boyfriend and no kids and is living up her life. And, Kylie has a boyfriend Travis Scott and they have daughter together, Stormi. So that is the complete guide to the Kardashians any questions about them let me know!

- Sydney Burkons, 2018

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