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RBHS students walk through the new CPS weapons detection system to enter school.
Weapon detection systems at Rock Bridge leaves mixed opinions on student body
September 5, 2024
Photo of RBHS graduation cap and gown.
Columbia Public Schools prohibits individualization of attire at graduation, promotes community achievement
May 10, 2024
Ahlam Alamin (10) and Aneesh Calyam (9) run a check-in table during RBHS's annual debate tournament, COMO Classic, on Feb. 2.
RBHS Speech and Debate to hold showcase, aim to raise funds and awareness
May 9, 2024
Photo of Feeding Como flyer. The main event for Feeding Como is May 4, from 12pm-3pm at Bethel Park.
Feeding COMO holds annual potluck, raises awareness for food insecurity
May 3, 2024
Reid Fairlamb (12) practices his solo for the upcoming school musical, "Let it Be," during the April 30. dress rehearsal.
“Let it Be” will debut on opening night May 3 at 7 p.m.
May 2, 2024
Crew Norden (11) bats the ball. RBHS bruins won 4-1 at the baseball game Saturday, April 20.
Bruins Baseball ranks second in the state, April 20
April 23, 2024
Mari Miller (11) dribbles past a Cor Jesu Academy player in the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Saturday, March 16.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball beats Cor Jesu Academy 60-51 in Final Four
March 17, 2024
Malia Chievous (11) quickly runs to the basket against Incarnate Word during the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball falls to Incarnate Word Academy 65-41 in Final Four
March 16, 2024
Squaring up for a three, senior Lexi Butts is looking to score the ball. The game ended in a 74-49 victory for the RBHS bruins over Helias on senior night.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball dominates Helias 74-49
February 24, 2024
Ready to pass the ball, junior Malia Chievous (2) is looking for an open teammate. The RBHS Bruins took a 49-47 victory over the Cardinal Ritter Lions with a buzzer beater on Feb. 15.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball triumphs over Cardinal Ritter Lions 49-47 with buzzer-beating shot
February 18, 2024
Students gather on the courtwarming dance floor.
Behind the scenes: StuCo plans school dances
March 21, 2025
The cover of "God Plays His Piano Drone," captured by Ethan Cooksey, highlights the "shoegaze" and "dream pop" feel of the album, released May 17, 2024.
‘God Plays His Piano Drone:’ The start of a young musician’s career
August 21, 2024
Image courtesy of Envato Elements
RBHS seniors reflect on their feelings of preparedness for college
May 8, 2024
Stress, anxiety skyrocket as students prepare for upcoming AP tests
Stress, anxiety skyrocket as students prepare for upcoming AP tests
April 18, 2024
Not even water?
Not even water?
April 10, 2024
The cover of "God Plays His Piano Drone," captured by Ethan Cooksey, highlights the "shoegaze" and "dream pop" feel of the album, released May 17, 2024.
‘God Plays His Piano Drone:’ The start of a young musician’s career
August 21, 2024
Photo courtesy of taylorswift.com
The Tortured Poets Department takes fatalistic approach, reflects real life
May 1, 2024
photo courtesy of IMDb.
“Kung Fu Panda 4” adds an entertaining yet predictable film to its franchise
March 10, 2024
Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) in Dune: Part Two. Image courtesy of IMDb
“Dune: Part Two” sees large box office numbers, continues compelling story
March 9, 2024
Photo of the popular Valentine's Day candy conversation hearts. This treat dates back to 1847 and were originally used as throat lozenges. However, by the early 1900's they became a sweet treat to gift to a friend or valentine.
The bloody history of Valentine’s Day, how it morphed into the modern celebration
February 14, 2024
Photo of menstrual products
Metal exposure in tampons exposes the negligence of the menstrual product industry
October 1, 2024
Photo of Chappell Roan at the Gov Ball
The Respect and Demands of a Midwest Princess
September 18, 2024
The entrance to the Rock Bridge baseball and softball complex.
Weighing the Pros and Cons of School and Club Sports
May 22, 2024
Flags in the counselors office, represent college choices in the United States.
Navigating college recruitment first hand
May 20, 2024
Image of Howard-Evans Place prior to its destruction in 1995.
Inadequate district funding metrics perpetuate anti-Blackness, segregation in schools in the Greater St. Louis area
February 28, 2024
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
September 30, 2022
Photo courtesy of envato elements.
Crisis, conflict reporting unveils bias in western media
May 13, 2022
Daughter Of The Dragon, Anna May Wong
Fetishization drives violence against Asian women
April 7, 2022
The female gaze counteracts existing standards in cinema
The female gaze counteracts existing standards in cinema
December 20, 2021
The 27 Club glorifies premature death in the music industry
The 27 Club glorifies premature death in the music industry
December 3, 2021
The entrance to the Rock Bridge baseball and softball complex.
Weighing the Pros and Cons of School and Club Sports
May 22, 2024
Flags in the counselors office, represent college choices in the United States.
Navigating college recruitment first hand
May 20, 2024
End of high school prompts reflection, exploration of memories
End of high school prompts reflection, exploration of memories
May 19, 2022
Journaling journey, finding tranquility in writing
Journaling journey, finding tranquility in writing
April 6, 2022
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Online english renews desire to write
December 13, 2021
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 2
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 2
January 27, 2025
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 1
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 1
January 27, 2025
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 4
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 4
May 9, 2024
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3
February 29, 2024
Southpaw cover for Volume 14 Issue 2. Photography by Bailey Blackburn
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 2
February 29, 2024
CPS Debate captains Aditi Patel (12) and Avery Johnson (12) smile on stage while presenting awards. The awards ceremony concluded COMO Classic, which ran from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1.
COMO Classic Debate Tournament Photo Gallery
February 13, 2025
Riley Rolwing (11) and Brennan Scott (10) discuss how they're going to execute the 200m dash.
RBHS Track Team Opener at Battle Gallery
March 19, 2024
Children during March Mathness having a lunch break before doing various activities.
March Mathness Photo Gallery
March 18, 2024
The RBHS Show Choir members strike their final pose concluding their City Lights opening performance on Jan. 11. This pose marks the end of the song Candle in the Wind/Saturday Night by Elton John featuring soloist Reid Fairlamb (11).
RBHS Show Choir premieres City Lights performance on Jan. 11
January 15, 2024
This incredibly tall white light tree stands tall in the Veterans United light display. The light show will run through Dec. 17 from 7-10:30pm each night. Photo by Kaden Rhodes
Veterans United Light Show
December 14, 2023
RBHS wishes Principal Sirna happy birthday
RBHS wishes Principal Sirna happy birthday
April 12, 2020
Senior Thalia Montilla reflects on her favorite cultural traditions, addresses stereotypes
Senior Thalia Montilla reflects on her favorite cultural traditions, addresses stereotypes
April 11, 2020
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
April 5, 2020
Female students share what makes them feel beautiful
Female students share what makes them feel beautiful
March 28, 2020
Looking Back: True/False Boot Camp 2020
Looking Back: True/False Boot Camp 2020
March 19, 2020
Art by Vivian Spear
Shark rank: Barbie film series
October 29, 2021
Overexposed: Nature photography
Overexposed: Nature photography
February 11, 2021
Art by Rachel Stevens.
Super Bowl 55 prediciton
February 7, 2021
Photo by Desmond Kisida.
Overexposed: Sports/Action Photography
January 25, 2021
Tier list made on tier maker.com
Shark rank: Black Mirror
January 8, 2021
First Time I took the ACT
First Time I took the ACT
February 27, 2020
First time I tried modeling
First time I tried modeling
February 21, 2020
First time I tried a paper straw
First time I tried a paper straw
January 28, 2020
First time I made my own pasta
First time I made my own pasta
January 13, 2020
First Time I tried a new food
First Time I tried a new food
December 13, 2019
Bruin bear had a great fall
November 2, 2020
Students tell their favorite winter tales
Students tell their favorite winter tales
December 21, 2019
Bruin Bear's Snowtime Shenanigans
Bruin Bear: Showtime Shenanigans
December 14, 2019
Art by Devin Hall.
Students retell haunting tales
October 30, 2019
Undying Love
Undying Love
October 4, 2019
Photo courtesy of Shruti Gautam.
Sandeep Gautam and Manisha Jain
April 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Sophia Eaton.
Touria El Jaoual
April 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Anjali Noel Ramesh.
Shyamala Ramesh and Noel Ramesh Aloysius
April 13, 2021
My mom and dad in Hangzhou. Photo courtesy of Sarah Ding.
Zhijian Ye and Shinghua Ding
April 12, 2021
Biting my nails
Biting my nails
April 10, 2020
Photo courtesy of Shruti Gautam.
Sandeep Gautam and Manisha Jain
April 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Sophia Eaton.
Touria El Jaoual
April 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Anjali Noel Ramesh.
Shyamala Ramesh and Noel Ramesh Aloysius
April 13, 2021
My mom and dad in Hangzhou. Photo courtesy of Sarah Ding.
Zhijian Ye and Shinghua Ding
April 12, 2021
I was proud of myself for checking renewing my driver's license off my to-do list today. Photo by Bailey Stover.
Pandemic Diaries
June 26, 2020
Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
April 8, 2020
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
April 5, 2020
Hands of adult female student typing on computer keyboard while studying at home in the evening
First day of online learning sparks discussions of academic equality
March 31, 2020
Close-up tablet computer in a woman hand. Photo from Envato Elements.
Students share initial thoughts on online education
March 31, 2020
Baby fox. Photo by Sarah Mosteller.
Human activities prove detrimental to environment, increase risk of infectious diseases
April 14, 2020
Political action, youth involvement necessary to protect environment
Political action, youth involvement necessary to protect environment
April 10, 2020
Blue recycling bag. Photo by Audrey Novinger
Waste Minimization Coordinator Ben Kreitner answers questions about city recycling policies
March 18, 2020
Photo illustration of single-use plastics by Sophie Froese.
Plastic pollution ruinous to environment, requires immediate action
February 17, 2020
Climate change presents hazards for Missouri agriculture
Climate change presents hazards for Missouri agriculture
February 3, 2020
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Breaking a bad habit: cell phone use hinders quality of life

Breaking a bad habit: cell phone use hinders quality of life

Emily Oba
April 30, 2019
Photo by envato

Vision Zero acts to prevent distracted driving

Emily Oba
April 30, 2019
Seniors' last day of school tradition continues

Seniors’ last day of school tradition continues

Emily Oba
April 30, 2019
Senior's last day of school tradition continues

Senior’s last day of school tradition continues

Emily Oba
April 30, 2019
Baseball prepares for Blue Springs

Baseball prepares for Blue Springs

Emily Oba
April 26, 2019
BREAK AWAY: Senior defender Lily Abraham takes off during the jamboree game against Hickman High School (HHS) Friday, March 8. The Bruins ended the scrimmage with a (1-1) draw. The jamboree was the first time the team played under new head coach Scott Wittenborn. Photo by Camryn Devore

Girls’ soccer secures win against Spartans

Emily Oba
April 15, 2019
Young woman running during sunny morning on stadium track

Girls’, boys’ track start spring with aspirations

Emily Oba
April 2, 2019
BREAK AWAY: Senior defender Lily Abraham takes off during the jamboree game against Hickman High School (HHS) Friday, March 8. The Bruins ended the scrimmage with a (1-1) draw. The jamboree was the first time the team played under new head coach Scott Wittenborn. Photo by Camryn Devore

Girls’ soccer face spring with new coach, optimistic mindset

Emily Oba
April 2, 2019
photo by Abdul-Rahman Abdul-Kafi

Global female heads of state work to break glass ceiling

Emily Oba
March 29, 2019
Fire department helps students out of stuck elevator

Fire department helps students out of stuck elevator

Emily Oba
March 12, 2019
Photo by truefalse.org

‘Island of the Hungry Ghosts’ shows suffering in idyllic landscape

Emily Oba
March 4, 2019
Photo from https://truefalse.org/

‘Treasure Island’ brings childhood nostalgia

Emily Oba
March 1, 2019
Illustrated by Moy Zhong.

Varying viewpoints on vaccinations facilitate discussion

Emily Oba
February 27, 2019
Wrestling transitions into gender-split teams

Wrestling transitions into gender-split teams

Emily Oba
February 26, 2019
Seniors struggle with applying to college, receive teacher assistance

Seniors struggle with applying to college, receive teacher assistance

Emily Oba
February 25, 2019
Bruin Girls to take nationals

Bruin Girls to take nationals

Emily Oba
February 22, 2019
Junior Sanaa' St. Andre, while new to RBHS, has given the Bruins a new look while bringing both speed and a defensive edge to the team. St. Andre was able to help hold the Kewpies to minimal fast breaks, helping lead RBHS to the victory.

Girls’ basketball secures win in tight game

Emily Oba
January 28, 2019
Personal value worth more than financial circumstances

Personal value worth more than financial circumstances

Emily Oba
December 18, 2018
Senior Eric Estrada sharpens a lawnmower blade in his Small Engine Technology class at the CACC Dec. 7. He likes working with his hands and just landed a job at Jiffy Lube.

Estrada remains optimistic despite family, physical challenges

Emily Oba
December 18, 2018
Senior Mary Capron shoots a basket at practice Dec. 7. The team plays Nettleton High School Dec. 15. Photo by Camryn Devore.

Girls’ basketball prepares for Nettleton game

Emily Oba
December 14, 2018
Varsity cheer takes fifth at State championship

Varsity cheer takes fifth at State championship

Emily Oba
December 3, 2018
Freshman Walter Anderson works on his sketchbook for art adorned in a tie and overcoat on November 9th. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Students dress for success

Emily Oba
November 12, 2018
Senior Nate Peat drives the ball through the Titan's defense during Friday night's game Sep 14. Peat receives attention from his coaches and fans for his exceptional talent as an offensive player. He now holds offers from several schools, including University of Missouri, Stanford and Northwestern. Photo by Maya Bell.

Football dominates first round of districts

Emily Oba
October 28, 2018
THE LAST STRETCH: Senior Han Bin Kim races at the Parkway West Invitational Sept. 29. Both the boys and girls teams will compete in the sectionals competition Saturday, Oct. 27, in Jefferson City, Missouri. Photo by Gabi Tella

Cross country to compete in sectional tournament

Emily Oba
October 26, 2018
Girls' tennis secures fifth state championship in a row

Girls’ tennis secures fifth state championship in a row

Emily Oba
October 21, 2018
Art by Valeria Velasquez

Scoring high: test results continue to shape future

Emily Oba
October 15, 2018
Cruising into the world of JUULing: (from left) Seniors Ben Yelton, Johnny Prado-Cox and Dylan Soper carpool to Hy-Vee at their lunch break Thursday, Sept 13. Yelton and Soper take hits from JUULs, the most popular brand of e-cigarettes. These resemble small USB drives. Photo by Maya Bell.

FDA invests $60 million in push against e-cigarettes

Emily Oba
October 8, 2018
A sign advertising Homecoming week 2018 hangs in the main hall.

Student Council used student input for homecoming dance date decision

Emily Oba
October 8, 2018
Teaching Professions teacher Gina Greenplate helps students with a project during her second hour Teaching Professions class. This class, along with Greenplate's other classes, collected money for Lizzy's Walk of Faith. The classes raised a total of $750. Photo by Allie Pigg.

Educators Rising brings awareness to pediatric cancer

Emily Oba
October 5, 2018
Sophomore pitcher and outfielder Ella Schouten pitches to Holt High School Sept. 22. The Bruins lost the home game (0-5). They will play again in the Hickman Tournament this weekend. Photo by Sophie Eaton.

Softball to play in Hickman tournament

Emily Oba
September 27, 2018
Sophomore Caroline Schade bends to tee her ball at the Oct. 10 Class 2 Girls' Golf state championship.

Girls’ golf takes first at Warrensburg Invitational

Emily Oba
August 25, 2018
Parental presence facilitates love

Parental presence facilitates love

Emily Oba
May 6, 2018
Girls' soccer to face Tigers

Girls’ soccer to face Tigers

Emily Oba
April 27, 2018
Army Ants robotics team clinches 17th out of 67 at world championships

Army Ants robotics team clinches 17th out of 67 at world championships

Emily Oba
April 24, 2018
Fears develop with age, interactions

Fears develop with age, interactions

Emily Oba
April 11, 2018
Track teams prepare for Fort Zumwalt meet

Track teams prepare for Fort Zumwalt meet

Emily Oba
March 23, 2018
Photo by Mikaela Acton

Class participation varies on students

Emily Oba
March 21, 2018
Students walk out of class with solidarity for Parkland victims

Students walk out of class with solidarity for Parkland victims

Emily Oba
March 14, 2018
Photo by Elad Gov-Ari

Photo Gallery: Students celebrate annual Global Village

Emily Oba
March 10, 2018
Black works to create future successes

Black works to create future successes

Emily Oba
February 21, 2018
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Celebrating Medgar Evers

Emily Oba
February 21, 2018
Lady Bruins ready to face Wildcats

Lady Bruins ready to face Wildcats

Emily Oba
February 19, 2018
National merit semifinalist Michelle Yang works on a computer. Photo by Humera Lodhi.

Extra credit policy unclear at RBHS

Emily Oba
February 17, 2018
Speech, debate team turns stress to success

Speech, debate team turns stress to success

Emily Oba
February 15, 2018
Image by George Kendall Warren

Celebrating Frederick Douglass

Emily Oba
February 7, 2018
Students request classes earlier than previous years

Students request classes earlier than previous years

Emily Oba
January 26, 2018
Conformity causes lack of individuality

Conformity causes lack of individuality

Emily Oba
January 22, 2018
Check out and go: Sophomore Layla Kheiralla checks out a laptop from media specialist Beth Hempke Shapiro. The Media Center uses an electronic inventory system in an attempt to combat annual damages to media equipment.

Shapiro sparks literary passion

Emily Oba
December 23, 2017
Teachers, administrators review honors contracting curriculum

Teachers, administrators review honors contracting curriculum

Emily Oba
December 19, 2017
Photo By: Alex Gompper

Students work to achieve dream careers

Emily Oba
December 14, 2017
Clocks block scheduling opportunities

Clocks block scheduling opportunities

Emily Oba
November 14, 2017
Dominant emotions cause time warp

Dominant emotions cause time warp

Emily Oba
November 14, 2017
Senior Marine Caron from Tours, France, is an exchange student through the Rotary Exchange Program. Photo by Camryn DeVore

Students travel abroad, acquire cultural understanding

Emily Oba
November 8, 2017
Photo by Maya Bell

Softball advances to semifinals

Emily Oba
October 6, 2017
Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Vanatta leads Bruins to success

Emily Oba
October 3, 2017
Taking possession of the ball, junior wide receiver KyJuan Collins scans the field for an opening with hopes to score for RBHS. The Bruins faced off against Hickman High School winning 41-9 during the Providence Bowl Sept. 15. Photo by Maya Bell

Bruin football to take on JCHS Jays

Emily Oba
September 21, 2017
Students seek help for standardized tests

Students seek help for standardized tests

Emily Oba
April 20, 2017
Coaches explain the process of cutting players

Coaches explain the process of cutting players

Emily Oba
April 17, 2017
Boys' tennis defeats Edwardsville and Blue Valley West in Columbia Duels

Boys’ tennis defeats Edwardsville and Blue Valley West in Columbia Duels

Emily Oba
April 14, 2017
Penalty kicks leads to Lady Bruin's defeat

Penalty kicks leads to Lady Bruin’s defeat

Emily Oba
April 8, 2017
Photo by Emily Oba

Global issues club works to improve life of refugees and immigrants

Emily Oba
April 7, 2017
Photo by Eléa Gilles

World studies teachers use varied methods of instruction

Emily Oba
April 7, 2017
Photo by Eléa Gilles

One-to-one program to provide laptops to students lacking technology at home

Emily Oba
April 6, 2017
on new bill blocking online privacy

on new bill blocking online privacy

Emily Oba
April 5, 2017
Culinary classes create professional bakers in high school

Culinary classes create professional bakers in high school

Emily Oba
April 1, 2017
Scheduling system requires update to help students

Scheduling system requires update to help students

Emily Oba
March 6, 2017
Art by Joy Park

Social media strengthens relationships

Emily Oba
February 24, 2017
Photo by Ben Yelton

Bruins conclude regular season, seal victory against Helias

Emily Oba
February 24, 2017
Breaks in class allow students to thrive

Breaks in class allow students to thrive

Emily Oba
February 19, 2017
Photo by Devesh Kumar

PTSA sponsoring candy grams for Valentine’s Day

Emily Oba
February 9, 2017
Featured image by Tyson Jamieson

High schoolers have differing attitudes about school

Emily Oba
January 26, 2017
Photo by Tyson Jamieson

CPS uses student feedback for 1-to-1 program

Emily Oba
January 20, 2017
New year motivates students to change

New year motivates students to change

Emily Oba
January 18, 2017
Responsibilities control teenagers' lives

Responsibilities control teenagers’ lives

Emily Oba
January 4, 2017
BrightBytes survey to determine what support and training is needed for one to one program

BrightBytes survey to determine what support and training is needed for one to one program

Emily Oba
December 3, 2016
Featured image by Tyson Jamieson

Academic benefits are available to siblings at the same school

Emily Oba
November 30, 2016
Photo by Tyson Jamieson

Different environments give students a safe place at school

Emily Oba
November 15, 2016
Senior midfielder Carson Raetz fights to keep possesion of the ball during the quarterfinals against Ozark High School Nov. 5. After today's state championship loss against Rockhurst 2-0, the soccer team will play again tomorrow for the third place title. Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Soccer drops state semifinal game to Rockhurst

Emily Oba
November 11, 2016
Victims deserve more respect, better treatment

Victims deserve more respect, better treatment

Emily Oba
November 9, 2016
Photo by Rebecca Rubenstein

Cross country concludes season at state meet

Emily Oba
November 5, 2016
Citizen Jane film festival promotes female directors nationwide

Citizen Jane film festival promotes female directors nationwide

Emily Oba
November 2, 2016
Freshman Sophie Froese lays her head down on the desk during school. Photo by Eléa-Marie Gilles

Students should utilize RBHS resources to aid in finding careers

Emily Oba
October 19, 2016
Photo by Kathy Sanford

Slow and steady wins the race

Emily Oba
October 17, 2016
Photo by Cassidy Viox

New license office benefits students on south side of Columbia

Emily Oba
October 10, 2016
Ready for Anything: Junior Katherine Dudley returns the serve in a match at the Columbia Tournament Sept. 17 at Bethel Park. The Lady Bruins secured their third consecutive state title Oct. 13, establishing their dynastic dominance in the lore of RBHS sports. Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Girls’ tennis clinches spot in state tournament

Emily Oba
October 8, 2016
Photo by Abby Blitz

ACT scores suggest high school students are not ready for college

Emily Oba
September 30, 2016
Sophomore Dom Zenner stares longingly at the south doors during his AUT. Photo by Tyson Jamieson

Sophomores should gain right to leave school during AUT

Emily Oba
September 27, 2016
Students should never have phones in class

Students should never have phones in class

Emily Oba
September 27, 2016
Kristine Cho / Bearing News

RBHS rules out flu mist option because of CDC’s statement

Emily Oba
September 20, 2016
RBHS to appoint new staff

RBHS to appoint new staff

Emily Oba
May 18, 2016
Students struggle to manage time

Students struggle to manage time

Emily Oba
May 16, 2016
35 going on 15

35 going on 15

Emily Oba
May 8, 2016
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