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Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
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![One of my senior photos, back when I still got to hold on to room 139](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_9464-1200x889.jpg)
To Room 139
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• May 3, 2024
![The Challengers movie poster featuring my queen Zendaya](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Challengers_2024_poster.jpeg)
Challengers was challenging to look away from
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• May 1, 2024
![An example of what a bucket list could look like; it could be a Tik Tok or a google slide...](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/69372-632x1200.jpg)
My summer bucket list sits waiting to be accomplished
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• April 26, 2024
![A picture of my late great grandparents whose last name I carry with me as my middle name.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_0013-1200x849.jpg)
My middle name ties me to you
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• April 22, 2024
![A movie poster from the last time I truly loved a marvel movie](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/marveldisney.jpg)
Hollywood must have a severe case of senioritis to produce such subpar entertainment
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• April 16, 2024
![A picture of the girl with someone who accepts the chasm between her mouth and brain](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_9028-901x1200.jpg)
A chasm closing
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• April 11, 2024
![A TikTok of a girl reminding people to use their free will](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/63445-675x1200.jpg)
The new tankini trend demonstrates how people are becoming social media zombies
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• April 9, 2024
![A picture of me and my cousins on the dock I described, in summer where I felt free](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_3604-900x1200.jpeg)
Only in summer can she feel
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• March 20, 2024
![A picture of me when I most appreciated my stuffed animals](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_2208_Original.jpg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 18
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• March 6, 2024
![A collage of the different products in the St Patrick's collection](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Shop_TELETIES_St_Patricks_Day_Hair_Ties_and_Hair_Clips_420x.webp)
Teleties has dropped two new collections and is basically robbing me, but I am happy about it
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• March 4, 2024
![The poster for Players that makes it blaringly obvious this movie will be a flop](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/heheh-810x1200.jpg)
Netflix’s latest movie Players is a waste of screening space
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• February 23, 2024
![A picture of me when I could only imagine my future in a magical world.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_0072-e1708480661396-900x1200.jpeg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 28
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• February 21, 2024
![The spectacular cover photo for the new Disney+ adaptation of Percy Jackson](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/percsassy.jpg)
Who cares about the Spiderverse when I have the Percy Jacksonverse
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• February 12, 2024
![A picture of the stars looking down at the fires and eyes.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_8697.jpg)
She had to be in the flames before she could be in the sky
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• February 7, 2024
![Winterfest Court Announcement](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/phonto-1200x811.jpg)
Winterfest Court Announcement
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-chief
• February 2, 2024
![A picture of the Valentines Collection, with the claw clips, hair ties, and scrunchies](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/download-1.jpg)
Teleties’ new Valentine’s collection is a heartwarming addition to the holiday of love
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• January 29, 2024
![A picture of the girl where her and her soul were on an adventure together](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_2961_Original-900x1200.jpg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: ages 10-17
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• January 24, 2024
![A few pictures of Marie and some different hair styles she has had](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_8628-1200x1200.jpg)
Marie Betz is starting the New Year by embracing her natural hair
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• January 22, 2024
![a picture of my vison board on my desk right next to my bed, so I can wake up and be reminded of my goals.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_8590-e1704916790694-900x1200.jpg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 17
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• January 10, 2024
![a picture of Eli and his mom, one of the iconic parent-child duos in FHC.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_7139-e1702579714623-900x1200.jpg)
Teachers with kids in the building find benefits for them and for their students
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• December 18, 2023
![A picture of Matthew on the slopes doing something he loves: skiing](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_3043-e1702408043948-900x1200.jpeg)
Matthew Taylor’s love of skiing is abundant
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• December 13, 2023
![One of the many Tik Toks talking about sweet treats](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_8493-675x1200.png)
FHC is motivated through sweet treats
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• December 12, 2023
![A picture of the middle school follower I used to be.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_8469.jpg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 13 and 17
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• December 6, 2023
![one of the movie posters that caught my eye for the new movie No Hard Feelings](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/download.jpg)
No Hard Feelings was incredibly hard not to laugh at
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• December 1, 2023
![a promotional sign for Cyber Monday to get more people excited about the online sales](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cybermondaysoifersstock-1200x730.png)
Black Friday has changed and I don’t know if it’s for the better or worse
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• November 29, 2023
![TCT's The Countless Thanks 2023: Addy Cousins](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Addy-Cousins-Cover-1200x851.png)
TCT’s The Countless Thanks 2023: Addy Cousins
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• November 23, 2023
![A picture of the various bromances throughout the halls of FHC.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_20231116_131024-1200x1200.jpg)
FHC has many bromances that make walking the hallways a little more interesting
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• November 16, 2023
![One of Carlee's senior photos in her signature color (due to her birthday being after Valentines day): pink.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/B339DF23-2478-4BC3-872D-1086A421558B.jpg)
Carlee Cumming helps others through her love of organization and design
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• November 10, 2023
![A fun and cute Thanksgiving movie to enjoy with the whole family](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/charliieieee.jpg)
It’s not December, so put down the Christmas lights
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• November 8, 2023
![A picture of my last homecoming with one of the people I will miss the most next year](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4A7C3A48-4F20-446E-BF84-EF7A8C9831B9.jpg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 18
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• November 1, 2023
![one of the promotion shots used for the Kim Kardashian Alani Nu collab drink: Kimade](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kim-k-1200x675.webp)
Kim Kardashian’s collaboration with Alani Nu was not the move
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• October 27, 2023
![The cover for the new movie Bottoms that I watched through Amazon Prime](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bottoms-1200x675.jpg)
Bottoms was a horrible movie that tried too hard to be everything and anything
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• October 24, 2023
![A picture featuring some products' I talked about and some I have not yet tried.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/glowssss-1200x1200.webp)
Glow Recipe deserves the hype currently surrounding it
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• October 18, 2023
![A picture of Angela Yang in a field](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/E7DF5401-5FCA-4488-9653-04A352B3C30F.jpg)
Angela Yang finds herself through piano
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• October 13, 2023
![A picture of my current pink chrome nails](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG-8309-e1696959590778-900x1200.jpg)
The latest fall nail trends have changed with the leaves
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• October 11, 2023
![A picture of me and Eva Harshman on one of the many friday football nights](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/image000001-900x1200.jpg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 17
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• October 4, 2023
![The cover for season two of Hearstopper taking place in Paris, France](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/addys-review-pic-.webp)
Season two of Heartstopper was heart-warming yet heart-wrenching
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• September 29, 2023
![A picture of me transporting all 12 drinks I chaotically ordered.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG-1454-e1695749240621-900x1200.jpeg)
Starbucks’ fall menu fell short of my expectations
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• September 27, 2023
![My beautiful smiling girl, my darling sister.](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG-3129-e1695144358675-901x1200.jpeg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 40
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• September 20, 2023
![A picture of Jessi Dykstra in her fun classroom](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_4419-1200x675.jpg)
New teacher Jessi Dykstra is filled with hope for the growth that is coming this year
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• September 15, 2023
![Season four cover for HSMTMTS](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/MV5BY2VhMWFjZWQtMTA0MS00ZWY1LThhMGItOTY0MGVkZmExMzkyXkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyMTM1NjM2ODg1._V1_FMjpg_UX1000_-675x1200.jpg)
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series had four seasons too many
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• September 13, 2023
![A picture of me and Hannah Levering at thirteen](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG-7106-739x1200.jpeg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 13
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• September 7, 2023
![A picture of me this summer where I was simply in the moment](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG-7883-e1693327426456-900x1200.jpg)
Looking at my past, being in my present, and dreaming of my future: age 17
Addy Cousins, Editor-in-Chief
• August 30, 2023
![One of the many posters for the Barbie movie](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/barbie-960x1200.jpeg)
Barbie is the movie of the summer
Addy Cousins, Editor in Chief
• July 26, 2023
![A picture of me at a beach, where I long to be right now](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/IMG-2355-Original-675x900.jpg)
My last junior column
Addy Cousins, Editor in Chief
• June 2, 2023
![A picture of Junior Ayla and her senior boyfriend Thomas](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_0753-e1685453167374-900x648.jpeg)
Nothing can split these couples apart, not even college
Addy Cousins, Editor in Chief
• June 1, 2023
![The poster for the new Netflix show](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG-7511-720x900.jpg)
XO, Kitty was the perfect show to binge
Addy Cousins, Editor in Chief
• May 30, 2023
![A picture of me when I was out of school and filled with energy and motivation](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG-1974-Original-1-784x900.jpg)
I don’t want to be motivated
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• May 23, 2023
![A picture of the type of book shelves I imagine in the bookstore](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/addys-column-598x900.jpg)
My perfect meet-cute
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• May 12, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Seventeen](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/14736-900x675.jpeg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Seventeen
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• May 6, 2023
![A picture of me when I was focused on the moment and not summer](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/IMG-6707-676x900.jpg)
I am stuck in a grocery store
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• May 2, 2023
![A picture of the version of me I was talking to](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/IMG-0817-1-900x803.jpg)
I wish I was better at journaling
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• April 25, 2023
![A picture of the old Disney Channel that was kids friendly](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/channels4_profile.jpg)
Walt Disney is currently spinning in his grave
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• April 16, 2023
![A picture from when the girl's soccer team won state championships](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG-5434-900x565.jpeg)
Seniors are taking a trip down memory lane as they think on their last season for sports
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• March 27, 2023
![A picture from the first day of school aka the first day of me driving us to school](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BCEA1847-D5CB-4EDF-A7E2-F86644145FEF-e1679596534132-676x900.jpg)
I could never tire of driving you
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• March 24, 2023
![A collage of some upcoming spring freshman trends](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/spring-summer-2023-fashion-trends-303965-1669494915588-promo.700x0c-675x900.jpg)
The upcoming spring fashion trends are just not it
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• March 20, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Sixteen](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/11001-900x676.jpeg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Sixteen
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• March 15, 2023
![A picture of the little girl my family pictures when they call me Ferny](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG-3893-e1678392732239-675x900.jpg)
I have the most nicknames
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• March 13, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Fifteen](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot_20230308_215553_Spotify-900x684.jpg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Fifteen
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• March 8, 2023
![A picture of Claire and one of the dogs at the shelter](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG-6151-900x625.jpeg)
Dog Lover Claire Busch urges others to get involved
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• March 8, 2023
![a picture of one of the few people I enjoy spending my reset Sunday with](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG-6689-e1677784236956-675x900.jpg)
Reset Sundays are a must, so read this story
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• March 3, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Fourteen](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/9737-900x675.jpeg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Fourteen
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• March 1, 2023
![The Hero vs. Hack presentations allow for discussion instead of discourse](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/19E3CE69-E1CB-4578-9F86-012A5C072253.jpeg)
The Hero vs. Hack presentations allow for discussion instead of discourse
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• March 1, 2023
![A picture with one of the people that make it easier to become the spy who radiates confidence](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG-2420-Original-675x900.jpg)
I wish I was the confident spy instead of the self-conscious and annoying main character
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• February 24, 2023
![An example of lulu bags in use by students on TCT](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E3E0F5C5-20E9-4374-85CE-A2BBB8787C2A-e1677008055314-675x900.jpeg)
The Lululemon bag apocalypse
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• February 23, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Thirteen](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screenshot_20230222_215602_Spotify-900x736.jpg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Thirteen
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• February 22, 2023
![A picture of the supreme choice original soda and the just as unhealthy option diet coke](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/41424-714x900.jpg)
Diet soda does not deserve the hype
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• February 13, 2023
![A picture of the iconic sibling duo Gavin and Penny O'meara](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG-0932-900x675.jpeg)
Gavin O’Meara and his sister have an incredible bond
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• February 9, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Twelve](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Winterfest-Podcast-900x675.jpg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Twelve
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• February 8, 2023
![Dr. Lambach sitting at his desk inside the testing center](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_4440-900x675.jpg)
[Photo] FHC’s testing center helps support students and teachers alike
Alysse Calabio, Staff Writer
• February 7, 2023
![A picture of my bookcase filled with plenty of YA novels that hold descriptions similar to this one](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG-6746-e1675370864104-675x900.jpg)
This is how I believe a YA author would describe me
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• February 3, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Eleven](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/20230131_135057-900x675.jpg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Eleven
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• February 1, 2023
![a picture from the regionals competition of HOSA](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG-6740.jpg)
HOSA brings together the health professionals of tomorrow
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• January 30, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Ten](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Screenshot_20230126-150753_Spotify-900x674.jpg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Ten
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• January 26, 2023
![A cover art of the new motion picture Avatar: The Way of Water](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG-6729.jpg)
The new sequel Avatar: Way of Water was fun to watch but unnecessary
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• January 25, 2023
![A picture of me, Hannah Levering, and Marie Betz waiting for the bus back in elementary school when I could only think of growing up and going to Hogwarts](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG-0226-675x900.jpg)
I am drastically different but somehow exactly the same as Peter Pan
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• January 20, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Nine](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Screenshot_20230118-171957_Spotify-900x668.jpg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Nine
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• January 18, 2023
![A picture of my favorite Target blanket on my favorite chair in the iconic Mr. George's classroom](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG-5258-e1673637052255-675x900.jpeg)
Target is in the loving spirt with their new Valentines Day themed blankets
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• January 17, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Eight](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Screenshot_20230111-153932_Spotify-900x753.jpg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Eight
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• January 12, 2023
![Here is a picture of Billy as he sprints down the court](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG-0070-900x557.jpg)
Billy Musgraves creates space on the court and in his heart
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• January 11, 2023
![A picture of my mom and I during a memory that is slowly slipping away](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG-6470-e1672973881467-676x900.jpg)
Life is simply passing me by
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• January 8, 2023
![The Central Scoop: Episode Seven](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Screenshot_20230104-171856_Spotify-900x655.jpg)
The Central Scoop: Episode Seven
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• January 4, 2023
![A photo from Madeline Chapmans latest choir solo](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/image000003.jpg)
Sophomore Madeline Chapman is a true lover of singing
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• December 12, 2022
![The Central Scoop: Episode Six](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Screenshot_20221207-171512-779-900x605.png)
The Central Scoop: Episode Six
Lauren Brace and Addy Cousins
• December 7, 2022
![The People who join me in my fantasies and are also obsessed with Harry Potter](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IMG-2708-675x900.jpg)
Fantasy is my reality
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• December 7, 2022
![The cover photo for this new Christmas film displaying the starring actors and the classic red and green holiday colors](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/download.jpg)
The new Christmas movie Spirited was a worthwhile experience
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• December 1, 2022
![A blurry photo of the night sky and the road up north when I realized I am truly okay](https://thecentraltrend.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/IMG-6506-e1669492385535-675x900.jpg)
I am lost, but I will be okay
Addy Cousins, Podcast Manager
• December 1, 2022
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