Dear reader,
It was around this time last year that HaluHalo Journal was born, and perhaps fittingly so. Autumn is a season of rebirth and contemplation, gratitude and community. In creating HaluHalo Journal, we hoped to carve a space where the thoughts of young minds could flow without restraint, where their dreams could be fully visualized in words and images.
Now, our editors span countries and oceans, representing the unique thoughts of Southeast Asian writers and artists across the globe. They are truly the backbone of this issue; without the thoughtful criticism of our poetry, prose, and art editors, this issue could not have been created. But we also thank our readers, our submitters, and most of all, our contributors. Their writing and art have touched us deeply, offering an introspective glimpse into their Southeast Asian cultures.
In “apology fruit,” Robina Nguyen offers a nuanced perspective into Asian family-oriented culture, while in “XII. (as slow as possible),” March Abuyuan-Llanes explores their identity in the heart of Cubao. Alex Romero depicts an intimate intergenerational relationship in the poem “Lola,” and Tony Pan colors a striking landscape in “white umbrella.” These pieces represent only a handful of the wonderful collection that has brought Issue III to life.
Issue III is pensive, but most of all, heartfelt. As you read this issue, allow yourself to feel a wide expanse of emotions, and be true to yourself, always.
It was around this time last year that HaluHalo Journal was born, and perhaps fittingly so. Autumn is a season of rebirth and contemplation, gratitude and community. In creating HaluHalo Journal, we hoped to carve a space where the thoughts of young minds could flow without restraint, where their dreams could be fully visualized in words and images.
Now, our editors span countries and oceans, representing the unique thoughts of Southeast Asian writers and artists across the globe. They are truly the backbone of this issue; without the thoughtful criticism of our poetry, prose, and art editors, this issue could not have been created. But we also thank our readers, our submitters, and most of all, our contributors. Their writing and art have touched us deeply, offering an introspective glimpse into their Southeast Asian cultures.
In “apology fruit,” Robina Nguyen offers a nuanced perspective into Asian family-oriented culture, while in “XII. (as slow as possible),” March Abuyuan-Llanes explores their identity in the heart of Cubao. Alex Romero depicts an intimate intergenerational relationship in the poem “Lola,” and Tony Pan colors a striking landscape in “white umbrella.” These pieces represent only a handful of the wonderful collection that has brought Issue III to life.
Issue III is pensive, but most of all, heartfelt. As you read this issue, allow yourself to feel a wide expanse of emotions, and be true to yourself, always.