It seems crazy that it was only a few months ago that it was okay to go over to your friend’s house or go to some event and live your life in the outside world. Now, all of these actions seem foreign to us as we self-isolate within our homes, blindsided by everything that has happened to the… Continue reading How COVID-19 Has Changed the World
Crying in the Rain
I remember April of 2019 like it was yesterday. I was packing for a trip to California. We stayed in a magnificent house with a pool and hot tub and those big comfy chairs. When we got home, I went on a trip with my chorus to a theme pack. Life was so strange because… Continue reading Crying in the Rain
Our Lives Now COVID-19 Nonfiction Writing Project
We are all living in an extraordinary moment. Our normal routines have been dramatically altered. Most of us are at home. Schools are all online. Our Lives Now is a nonfiction program that asks the young writers of Rhode Island to reflect on their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and tell their own stories. What… Continue reading Our Lives Now COVID-19 Nonfiction Writing Project
Theatre Club Drama Over Covid-19
The set had taken fourteen hours, gallons of paint, and sheer muscle to erect the giant wooden attic. Everyone had thrown themselves into the work, excited for the next step in bringing their efforts to life. Little did they know, everything was about to change. Stay home, save lives. It’s our responsibility to protect the… Continue reading Theatre Club Drama Over Covid-19
Covid Calm
The media, the news, it’s constantly reminding me that yes, the world is a pretty scary place right now. I get it. A little fear is what’s needed to keep us safe and to keep us from acting stupidly. But in no way do I need to live my life drowning in this fear, I refuse to.
The Sun and The Clouds
You move your lamp to the left side of your desk and are still surprised when your paper is shadowed by your hand. It is your third time moving it today. You look out the window, desperate for inspiration, and are still surprised when the tree outside, damp from the constant rain and sharp against… Continue reading The Sun and The Clouds
Effects of Quarantine on Teens
It's been a long time since I've seen anyone else, besides my closest family. We're not allowed to go anywhere, do anything, or see anyone outside of our household. Even for the introverts in my life, this constant isolation has been rough. This virus has everyone worried; although many won't admit it, we're all on… Continue reading Effects of Quarantine on Teens
WRITE RHODE ISLAND: OUR LIVES NOW 