Jo Jacoby explores the satisfaction that comes from using curse words and how they capture emotions.

Brooke Miller’s poem encapsulates the parallel between the story of Persephone and Hades and a toxic, embittered relationship.

Alexandria Anne’s ekphrastic poem based on the painting Fallen Angel explores the raw, human rage found within the depiction of Lucifer.

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Alexis Howells expresses the pain and confusion that comes with having a close friend become non-communicative.

Rachel Trapp reflects on a cherished childhood memory and reminisces on the complexity of life now.

Noa Gudelunas reflects on what gives her gender euphoria and the distance she feels when looking back on her childhood growing up as a boy.

Alexis Howells reflects on the innocent simplicity of childhood, mourning the loss of “simple problems.”

Alex Kasel’s poem contemplates the bittersweet nostalgia that comes with losing someone important from one’s life.

Brooke Miller’s poem touches on the memories that are lost over time, and the nostalgia that follows when forgotten memories are revisited.

Natalie Helsel gets to the bottom of that “warm and gooey feeling,” wondering why vulnerability is so hard to show to others.

Beatriz Gonzalez’s poem reflects on the bittersweet nostalgia of the end of a seemingly idyllic relationship.