on In the novel, “Patron Saints of Nothing,” Randy Ribay shows that when individuals lack self-awareness, others feel entitled to define who they should be. However, the judgments of others will drive one to discover themselves to acclaim their identity. The journey of developing one’s identity is shown through the character Jay. Initially, the desire… Continue Reading The Catalyst of Judgment
on In The Paper Menagerie, Ken Lui symbolically uses origami to develop the idea that individuals will neglect their own personal desires when criticized and outcasted by their peers. Causing them to create the longing to be accepted by the rest of society. Ultimately developing the decision to abandon their wants to further allow others to… Continue Reading Forsaken Identity
on As we all know, It is a difficult experience to lose a loved one through tragic accidents; this is particularly true when the situation is beyond our control. Time waits for no one and the harsh truth is we must move forward with our lives. Wheels by Jim Daniels is a poem about how people… Continue Reading Driving Forwards.