To the reader, At some point or another, everyone looks for an escape. What kind of an escape we look for and what we are escaping from are some of the many things that make us all unique. Whether we are escaping problems with family, work, the pandemic, or something else, an escape gives us a breath of air, saving us from suffocation. One of the most private ways to escape is through the creation of art. In the following writing and artwork our authors express their feelings, opinions, and perspectives that transcend the limits of their individual lives and the boundaries of the world around us. Viewing art can be an escape as well. In this issue of Fire & Stones, we encourage you to be transported by the creativity of our students. Sit back and enjoy the escape! Sincerely,
Victoria Lopez Yellow August Moon ’24
