Dominican College of San Rafael - Firebrand Yearbook (San Rafael, CA)

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MARGARET MARY DELORIMIER Salinas, California MAJUR: ART 1us'mnY Mmam: I-'RENC11 W.A.A. B ' d '67, YB V preSide2:r'6g m Meadowlands House Clliliflllilll '66 Treasurer '67 Madrigul Singers '66, '67

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ALVINA LOPEZ Alvina likes to think that she is all scientist, that learning is a process of living, observing and experiment- ing. Named after her scientist uncle Alvin, she seems to have inherited his interest. She Wants to be scientific in her approach and handling of everyday situations. The truth is that in looks and charm she is pure poetry. Per- haps Alvina is at the point where poet and scientist blend. She is, indeed, made up of different elements: a com- pound of Hawaiian friendliness and quick Portuguese temper. As she meets a stranger or greets a friend she is the quintessence of graciousness and, in fact, friendliness is her dominant quality. Yet her temper, like a chemical reaction, can Hare up at appropriate times. All it needs is that iota more of a solution to cause a colorful and ex- plosive reaction. Alvina can, in turn, he active or passive, a talker and a listener. Her interests vary from chemistry to marine biology, from Hawaii to the world at large, from her immediate circle of college friends to whomever at the moment engages her attention. Her conversation is more apt than not to proceed in an orderly way, a scientific procedure of axiom, experiment, and proof. To question and search, and then to produce logical answers is her theoretical approach to an unfa- miliar thing. In her search for the intricacies of life, how- ever, Alvina will bring the scientistis disciplined curiosity and the poet's joy. 79

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PEGGY DELORIMIER Painslakingly littering her life with lists and schedules, Peggy's lists are usually lost and her schedules are rare- ly kept. But somehow things do get done. She sincerely seeks simple solutions for complex problems, but is nev- ertheless able to adjust when she finds that reality offers none. Organizing herself usually presents a problem for Peggy. On the night before a test, she can be found in a smokeroom with her glasses slung low on her nose, books and papers strewn around her, and an agonized expres- sion on her face. More gregarious than scholarly, she thrives on activity-she is rarely alone. Her generous and companionable nature fills her time with weekend trips, dinners with friends, or just bridge and conversation be- tween classes. Peggy's charm and attractiveness make her an asset to any group. Always well-groomed, she gives attention to each detail whether on her own outfit or when helping another. Peggy's life seems to consist of multiple traumatic situations. Each is the worst at the time, yet in retrospect she is able to view them objectively. She learns from experience. As one of a large family, Peggy gained the ability to direct large groups of people with confidence. Whether' commentating a fashion show or planning the 4'Look- Alike contest for Dad-Daughter night, Peggy is always at ease. She will run her home or hoped-for kindergarten with graciousness. Self-assured and mildly sophisticated, Peggy communicates warmth. 8l