Dear 12-year-old me, You are still oblivious to all that is actually to come in your teenage years. Soon, you’re going to begin going through a lot of changes– as …
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A Poem for Mom
You’ve held me through my darkest storms, And calmed my deepest fears, Your unconditional love so warm, Has guided me for years. Yet, we have our share of discord, And …
The Toxic Figurehead of Fashion: Brandy Melville
The controversy behind Brandy Melville has been gaining a significant amount of attention lately, particularly in regard to its toxic workplace environment. The brand which was founded in Italy in …
4 Months Away From College
In December of 2023, singer Aimee Carty released “2 Days Into College,” and this relatable anthem quickly blew up on social media platforms—the song now has more than 32 million …
Summer Days: The Cure to End-of-Year Burnout
Schools are almost out but testing season is in and we all know what that means: burnout. With only 2 months of school left, summer break seems so close yet …
Defiant Harmonies: Shostakovich’s Leningrad Symphony as a Testament to Resilience and Resistance
Music has long served as a profound force in human society, capable of expressing deep emotional truths, forging community bonds, and challenging oppressive regimes. It transcends mere entertainment—it becomes a …
Australians: From Surf Rock to Slang, My Newfound Love
By: Madeline Jenkins Australian surf rock. That is how I spent my last Wednesday night, and this is why every Wednesday from now on will be a disappointment. The wonderful …
Youthful Glow
When did the age of 10 stop looking like 10? This is the question that numerous people across social media have raised in response to a self-esteem campaign led by …
The Art of Narrative Poetry
Poems come in many different forms—odes, sonnets, elegies, lyrics, haiku—but for me, none stand out quite as much as the narrative poem. When writing a poem, it can be hard …
What Lies Ahead: Colleges, Careers, and Senior Year
The year is 2024. I can’t believe my eyes, because in a few months, I’ll be transitioning from a junior in high school to a senior. I don’t know if …