Before I can do anything I feel a quick drop falling onto the edge of my lip, into my mouth. They say blood runs thicker than water, but if so, why don’t I have time to stop it? It’s described as hot, slowly coating everything and cracking, but to me it’s cold, the salty drops … Continue reading Nosebleeds by Lily Boschin
After the hurricane, my father stares at the news channel, glued to his chair. He’s been like that for the past couple days, watching, waiting for updates. But there’s nothing. Puerto Rico is unresponsive. Continue reading Pedro – Adalia Rodriguez
The ways to make yourself feel better and less alone in life are simple. Five easy steps! Continue reading How to Survive Valentine’s Day — Laura Braudis
Stop reading. Go away. Turn back while you have the chance. Continue reading How to be a Gamer – Sabrina Murray
Twins are a contradiction. Everyone is supposed to be unique, yet there are two people who look exactly the same. There are not enough twins in the world for there to be a social convention on how to talk to them. There are too many twins in the world for people not to understand how … Continue reading Guidelines For Interacting With Twins – Samantha Smith
I throw open the two front doors of our house after a tiring walk back from the bus station, and finally plop my backpack down on the living room floor. Yet another awkward, taxing day of school I’d rather forget, and I have an overwhelming urge to sprint upstairs and sleep my worries away. Continue reading Christopher Tam – Brother Mine
Has this ever happened to you? It’s recess or lunchtime or some other blessed free point in the day where everyone is free to do as they please, and you have the option to spend time with people that you enjoy the company of. The problem is that when you approach them, attempt to make conversation, or otherwise interact, you find that you are pushed away. Continue reading Teresa Coste – How To: Shrink
