Editor's Note

Literature and writing have been significant in my pursuit of intellectuality. I will never forget the teachings of our 7th-grade Filipino adviser: you will never have an output if you do not get some input. How can we get input? It is definitely through reading, listening, and watching. We often forget that literature has always been an integral part of our lives. Wherever we go both physically and virtually, literature always greets us astoundingly and subtly. It is with a keen eye that one can unlock the gifts of literature.

Many people know me in writing mostly because of my tenure as a sportswriter in the field of journalism. However, that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Along the way, I have grown my love of writing whether it be academic, creative, technical, or journalistic. It’s been a fire that’s continuously burning from within just to follow suit in my journey

My excitement for learning was also rekindled when the face-to-face classes officially returned My longing to meet my classmates was granted and our friendship grew stronger than before. But tragic thoughts struck my mind, I almost fell into the unnerving abyss of despair. I questioned my capabilities but thankfully, I was still on the path I charted.

With the warmth that our passion, our people, and our peculiarity radiate just to keep us from being devoured by the greyness emitted, Pendulum Chronicle offers to you Hearth: In the Cracks of Light 2023 with the theme of Warmth and Greyness– where the warmth from friendly memories meets the decolorizing greyness thus mixing the emotions and ultimately manifesting the humanity of individuals. May this literary folio augment your strength and your passion in your hopes of striving towards that good success you long for no matter the situations give

Andrew Dumangas Editor-in-Chief

Illuminate Illuminate

by Aisley Pheona A Lumontad

Even from small things such as matches, a flame of hope can be seen and found amid the grayness of life. This hope can be the hearth of a person, providing warmth and light to their journey in this gray world. Its small blaze casts a shadow that projects the person's capability and the greatness they can share in this world. It can also illuminate a light, just like a glint of hope can bring someone to try and strive for the best. This work shows that if there's light, there's hope. A b o u t T h e C o v e r A b o u t T h e C o v e r

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