Dear Readers, Welcome to the Summer 2022 edition of REFLECTIONS magazine, the Zone’s teen art and literary magazine at Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital. REFLECTIONS, previously known as SURGE Magazine, provides an outlet for teens within the Mount Sinai community, and the community at large to speak their minds, share their thoughts, and bring their visions to life on each page. This publication focuses on the theme of miracles and adversities through the varied perspectives and experiences of our collective community, and pediatric patients. This collection of meaningful, honest, and thoughtful work reflects the lived experiences of our teens and young adults during this time. Thank you to our Guest Teen Editor, Dre, for his time and dedication towards the production of this edition of REFLECTIONS and to all the artists and writers for their contributions to the magazine and their involvement within the Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department. Special thanks to Diane Rode, Creative Arts Therapy Director, for her continued support and guidance in producing this bi-annual publication! elax his R list t t u lay ck o Che efresh p af f! t R and ted by s a e r c
Christina Auriemma Editor-in-Chief Creative Arts Therapy Coordinator
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