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How WJ spent their holiday

Niki Mallik, Photography Editor • Jan 2, 2021

  • Seniors Nicole Kang, Miles Carr and Junhee Chang (not pictured) traveled to The Wharf in Washington D.C. to celebrate a scenic Christmas alongside the waterfront.

    Photo courtesy of Nicole Kang
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  • Senior Lillian Frew poses for a photo during a ladies’ night out by the Annapolis docks. The West Annapolis Winterfest, called Midnight Madness, involves stores staying open until 1 a.m. to celebrate the holidays.

    Photo courtesy of Lillian Frew
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  • Senior Layla Mazer spends a homely Christmas with her parents and grandparents.

    Photo courtesy of Layla Mazer
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  • Senior Lillian Frew’s family and friend decorate their Christmas tree. Her dog Penny loved the LED lights, and helped them decorate the tree with her toys.

    Photo courtesy of Lillian Frew
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  • Senior Lou Mohan spent Thanksgiving in a cabin in the woods of West Virginia where they visited Paw Paw Tunnel and the town of Berkeley Spring.

    Photo courtesy of Lou Mohan
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