Dear Readers,
This October, and this semester in particular, I’m learning to pace myself. I’m trying to grow out of the habit of outrunning my old self, and that begins with letting all feelings pass. I can’t help but drag and then tumble over my own feet, staring at the fall foliage that eventually drifts down, or place my hands over my mouth to simply pause—at first, the sickly sweet smell of caramel, and then the paralyzing sight of the new apple pie ice cream from Kow Kow. Yet, with slowing down comes the great responsibility of confrontation. I’m (actively) relearning to love time alone, spending most of my chilly weekday mornings at Coffee Exchange, warmer evenings on an East Bay Bike Path run, and the coldest nights laughing with friends over a game of Guess Who?
In this issue of post-, our writers are also uniquely playing with time. In Narrative, Mar revisits childhood memories accompanied by a magical fairy, while Vanessa seizes the busyness of a whirlwind day. In one Lifestyle article, Ina gives us cool dishes to cook up in the Ratty. In the other, we have our first managing editors’ piece of the semester (!!), commencing the spooky season. In Feature, AnnaLise dives into the pacing of long runs and beyond, while Audrey moves through memories with her family. In A&C, Ozzy reflects on Fleetwood Mac’s live “The Chain” performance, while Johan dissects various aspects of Azealia Banks’s social media presence. In this week’s post-pourri, Selena’s comic highlights the pull between studying and still making time to be creative. Finally, check out Lily’s crossword on celebrities!
As I leave October admiring all of the various writing and art pieces that call post- home this week, I’m inspired to begin recognizing the small changes in myself as positive. There’s something really special about learning to make time for ourselves and our loved ones, in whatever way we know best. As the fall season comes into full force, I hope you find solace by reading each piece—truly the best way to pass the time.
Walking down Wickenden,
Gabrielle Yuan
Narrative Managing Editor
