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Mercy Advice Column: Staying Hopeful During COVID Since COVID has been going on, how can I remain hopeful during this time? -Seeking Hope   Dear Seeking Hope,      Even though we are beginning to adapt and create a new normal, unfortunately the coronavirus is still here. I can one hundred percent see how it is so easy to lose hope when we’ve been quarantining, wearing masks, and pumping out hand sanitizer like pros since March. I have compiled some ways to stay positive and take our minds off the current situation that may just help you to see the light at the end of the tunnel.  Stay Connected It is so important to our mental health to stay in touch with those that make us happy, especially when we feel like hope is lost. Setting up a virtual game night or scheduling a time each week to call a friend can give you a chance to talk through the current challenges. Even simply taking five minutes out of your day to check on a friend or grandparent. Don’t forge...

  Easy and Quick Snack Ideas! By Madison H '23 1) Pizza Toast Ingredients : Bread Sauce Cheese Toppings of your own choice I nstructions : Preheat oven to 350 Lay out pieces of bread on a baking sheet. Spread the sauce, sprinkle the cheese and add your toppings. Bake the toast until the cheese is melted. Let cool then serve! 2) Easy Hummus Dip Ingredients : One can of garbanzo beans( or chickpeas) Fresh Lemon Juice 1 tb Olive oil I clove Garlic (optional) 1 tb Tahini (optional) Salt (other spices are optional) Instructions : Pour out the can of beans and rinse well Add all ingredients to your blender and purée until smooth. Scoop out into a bowl and enjoy! 3) Watermelon Slushy   Ingredients : Watermelon Ice (a little more ice than watermelon) About 2 cups of apple juice Instructions : Place all ingredients into a blender. I recommend you put the ice on top, it is a little easier for the blender) Blend until smooth, poor into glasses and enjoy! 4) Guacamole Ingredients : Avoca...

  Study Tips! by Nikki Vo ‘24 Hey Mercy, I hope you are all enjoying your classes and I know that some of it can be overwhelming, so here are some tips to help you ace that test or homework! 1. Put the distractions away.   How are you supposed to remember the material if you’re scrolling through TikTok or Instagram? Trust me, you can use it AFTER you study. 2. Don’t wait until the last minute and plan out your study schedule!  It’s always so stressful to try and memorize an entire unit in one night. Study a little bit every day before the test, and you’ll be set! / 3. Get help with your work!  If you’re confused on something, don’t be afraid to ask your peers or teachers for help. You can also have a study session with some friends over Zoom!  4. Use your resources!  Utilize your free time wisely and make sure to attend office hours. Mercy has academic collaboration for a reason! There are also great studying websites like Quizlet or Khan Academy. 5. Rememb...

  This Year’s Mother Daughter Tea Has a New Location: Zoom On October 25th, 2020, Mercy Celebrated its annual mother-daughter tea tradition. This year was historic as the Tea was held over Zoom due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The service consisted of a prayer, a raffle, a game, and a slideshow of Mercy girls with their mothers and grandmothers. Some of the raffle prizes included Mercy gear, yoga equipment, and gift cards, these prizes were generously donated by Mercy’s families. Additionally, Everyone received a keepsake invitation and a packet of tea in the mail. Some participants went all out with elaborate displays of tea, cakes, snacks, and decorations, while others simply casually shared a cup of tea. Some socially distanced with loved ones, while others were divided by a screen. Despite these differences, everyone felt the love that radiated from the Zoom.  I asked members of Mercy Media to share their favorite part of the event, and here are their responses: “My f...