J.N. Burnett's Literary Magazine Club // Volume 4, issue 3: CONNECTION

ft. works from the jn burnett student body

jn burnett's literary magazine club

connection. 4-3 april 2020

editor's note

Sea otters hold hands while they sleep in the water so as to not drift apart from one another. Lighthouses stand dutifully with unwavering beacons, illuminating the way home for ships and their sailors through storms and fair weather. And protons and neutrons are bound by nuclear force, forming the nucleus in each of one-hundred thousand quadrillion vigintillion atoms in the known universe.

Our natural world is characterized by the interconnectedness of living organisms and abiotic components alike, and it is in this sense that human beings are able to find strength through valuing and maintaining our bonds with one another. With this new issue, JNB Lit hopes to spark your initiative to connect to those who are important to you, from your loved ones to your inner creative self to the heroes of our community.

Stay healthy, well, and safe!

Louise Cham and Maya Uyeno JNB Lit Magazine’s co-editors-in-chief 04/10/2020

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hybrid // alyssa wong editor's note contents the team jam packed phenomenal women // destiny lang jnb lit's takeout favourites // louise cham + maya uyeno wonder // maeg lorey before we begin // maeg lorey letters // destiny lang i’ll find my soulmate too, right? // denenae tingala polariod // madelyn lee blizzards // anika ng severed connections // pierce sinclair ice // josh wu together // sam santos in reach // sam santos star-crossed rivals // glynda stein lovers // michelle lo where is the me i left behind? // glynda stein hybrid // alyssa wong love is a car // glynda stein music // cadence lung thank you

table of contents

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the team

executives louise cham maya uyeno samantha yeung claire hung maeg lorey nikka adrias tayla barbosa gabby yan mary ortega eliana barbosa eunice wan adam title

editor-in-chief editor-in-chief creative + visual director secretary + treasurer secretary + social media manager social media manager social media manager graphic designer graphic designer graphic designer graphic designer general executive

contributors writers: artists: photographers:

destiny lang, glynda stein, madelyn lee, louise cham, maya uyeno alyssa wong, josh wu, michellle lo anika ng, cadence lung , denenae tingala, maeg lorey, pierce sinclair, sam santos

to relax and connect

search "spotify:user:jnblitmagazine" to find our playlists

jam packed

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kehlani eric nam alina baraz hayley kiyoko radwimps oasis junny colde chanyeol, punch jung jin woo j_ust sam kim gabe bondoc conan gray h.e.r. jhenĂŠ aiko frank ocean ailee

a playlist

touch love die young feels right sleepover grand escape half the world away by my side your dog loves you ft. crush stay with me i'll find you ft. june i want to be a pillow make up stronger than can we be friends? lights on love pink + white i will go to you like the first snow

phenomenal women destiny lang O Rosa, blooming rose she smells as sweet As Sappho who sweeps violets off their feet My Mulan studied crossbow, axe and sword Watch fearless She-ra overthrow the Horde Hear Nina crying “Power!” her voice rings With Maya Angelou’s, the chorus sings Old shackles break when one boards Tubman’s train Her nation prospered with Elizabeth’s reign Commander Ching controlled all ships at sea While Ninety Nine’s Amelia soared with glee No pain can halt Ms. Frida forming art In India’s fight, Ms. Naidu aced her part Korea cherished Dae Jang-Geum with awe The First Lady of Physics proved her law Black Marsha of the STAR fought for her right The Lady with the Lamp brought forth the light When Billie sings her blues, she protests hate Join Greta now to save Earth from her fate Dear friend, I ask, please add a line or two Phenomenal women — they welcome you

search jnb lit's takeout favourites louise cham + maya uyeno

On any normal day, we can usually see a great number of people sitting in restaurants, chatting with their friends and family, and enjoying their meals. But what happens when that’s no longer possible? What happens to the restaurant owners? After this time of crisis, many of the restaurants that we know and love may struggle to reopen after the weeks and maybe months without income. In an effort to help the restaurants we love, JNB Lit has compiled a short collection of restaurants, cafes, and eateries to review that can be ordered from a variety of delivery services. Other ways that you can support these businesses include buying gift cards for future use, tipping the workers, and donating personal protective equipment such as masks and gloves.

Without further ado, please enjoy JNB Lit’s takeout reviews and remember to stay safe and healthy!

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Craving some Filipino cuisine?

Shameless Buns is a food truck serving unique sandwich combinations using classic Filipino flavours as well as oneof-a-kind burgers and fries. Orders for Shameless Buns can be made by delivery through Uber eats, Skip the Dishes, and Doordash delivery, or picked up at their location on 302 Industrial Avenue in Vancouver.

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Known for their hearty, Montreal-style bagels, Rosemary Rocksalt provides fresh and homemade baked goods made with locally sourced ingredients from their location on 11688 Steveston Highway.

To satisfy your breakfasting and brunching needs, you can make orders through Skip the Dishes, Uber eats, and Doordash delivery, or pick up your food inperson at one of their bagelries.

Calling all noodle-lovers! Check out Marutama Ra-men’s signature toripai tan, a creamy and delectable chicken broth. You can find this Japan-based chain on 2858 Main Street in Vancouver, and they are currently available by delivery through Uber eats.

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The Greek by Anatoli is a trendy, upbeat restaurant serving Greek cuisine in Yaletown, Gastown, and North Vancouver. Some of their signature dishes include oven roasted pita bread, handmade tzatziki, and breaded calamari.

To enjoy some of the best Greek food in Vancouver, orders can be made through Doordash, or can be picked up at their location in Yaletown in person.

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Fufu Pancake Cafe is a Japanese dessert restaurant that is known for its soufflĂŠ pancakes, the first in Vancouver. With a variety of sweet and savoury flavours, these treats can come with fruits, syrups, and other toppings that make them absolutely delicious. Some of these include matcha mochi, smoked salmon, and tapioca pearls. Orders for Fufu Pancake Cafe can be made over the phone or through Ubereats.

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ChunYang Tea is an authentic bubble tea cafe that specializes in crafting traditional taiwanese teas with quality ingredients and without adding any artificial flavours. Some of their popular drinks include black milk tea with pearl, grapefruit green tea, and black tea cheese macchiato. To seize your cravings for bubble tea, place and order with Ubereats, Chowbus, Fantuan Delivery, or can be picked up at a location.

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before we begin

maeg lorey

letters destiny lang My dearest friend, how I’ve missed you so!

Why do our letters come home so slow?

In my mail, you will find our photo: Memories of us donning blue!

When was the last time you danced with glee?

Dance as if no soul was there to see?

To my delight, dear friend you’re the key: Tell me if you miss me too!

Stay warm and cozy when you see snow, Shield your skin from the summer sun’s glow.

When you tell stories, I ought to know!

Your words are what I value!

Sometimes you’re busy, I understand.

Sometimes our lives won’t go as planned.

Sometimes we could all use a kind hand, I’ll always be there for you!

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Now, your brightest polaroids have different smiles than mine And the ones with me aren’t even on your wall anymore It doesn’t seem like you care about me. Want to talk to me. Do anything with me I guess you don’t need me anymore But I still care a lot about you, even if I don’t say much Your friendship means so much to me, even though it seems like it's not the same with you But you don’t seem to care about me anymore They say that sometimes The best thing to do is to let go of a friendship And put the polaroids away But as much as it hurts to keep them up, I can’t bring myself to take them down I don’t know what to do anymore I don’t want to be hanging on to you but I can’t bring myself to let go either But maybe, it’s best To part ways And maybe it’s time To finally say goodbye And let the polaroids fade away

blizzards blizzards

blizzards

anika ng

severed connections pierce sinclair

ice josh wu

together sam santos

in reach sam santos

star-crossed rivals glynda stein There was a time when you told me stories Of your conquests, tragedies and glories.

In constellations, I have weaved your tale, The gods winced as they saw our friendship fail.

With your betrayal, graves were dug in ponds, There lies our treasured, cherished, sacred bond.

Hungrily, flames devoured memories Of inside jokes, passion, first pleasantries.

With spindle, spool of thread and pair of shears, I spun your fate as I had dried my tears.

If you had learned to control your shameful desire, We’d be lovers instead of perishing in fire.

michelle lo

where is the me i left behind? glynda stein

Once I had ribbons wrapped around ankles Knees peeking from beneath a twirling skirt A tummy full of giggles and butterflies Cradling dolls, writing thank-you cards Heart bursting of lullabies and musicals Curling upwards, my mouth tasted of pomegranates With starry eyes, I captured the universe Crown of daisies entwined in my braids But my phantom haunts the mirror Fingers caress their face and mine Their empty glare stares back at me Where is the me I left behind?

Cropped hair thinning with wilting willows Crimson streaks stained my glassy eyes Ballads blossomed from my lips like bloodied baby’s breath Buried underground, the heart feverishly rang the bell Motionless hands once grasped burnt matches tightly Perhaps the bitten apple is rotting from the core A myriad of scars decorated my purple knees Muddy jackboots treading over torn photographs My scars are a sign I fought I breathed and my heart beats on My bruises will fade with time Compassion for me I’ve won

hybrid

alyssa wong

love is a car glynda stein When she raises her voice at me I shudder in fear “Have you eaten already?”

I could hear her slam my door “Have some more. Here,” She handed me a bowl of rice Plastic chopsticks standing erect Can I shield my face from the blow this time?

Surprisingly, the chopsticks were not thrown When she stormed off nights ago Following the fall of her daggers I wept equally in joy and in pain She may have spared my vision But the crack on my door deepened Today she offered me kindness I detest her seasonal affection They say that “family hurt each other the most Because they will always stay together” In confusion, I sank into insanity The mother bird did not tend to her young She blamed the younger for talking back Must I famish myself to appease the elder one?

If their love’s a car I’m slashing the tires I’m walking until my shoes wear down to the soles I’ll bandage the scar I’ll unplug the wires I’m singing the blues all night long ‘bout my woes

"MUSIC" cadence lung

"i am a part of all that i have met"

-lord tennyson

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