Letter from the Editors

The CedarValleyDivide team would like to present you with our official 2023 literature and art magazine. In this edition, we showcase only a small percentage of the creativity in our community. As much as we would love to have all submissions printed in this magazine, we had to narrow them down to a limited number. After careful thought and debate, we are excited to offer you a variety of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, drama, and art.

What should you expect? In “How to Give Your Cat a Pet-i-cure,” you’ll find a nonfiction essay that might remind you of your own cat. You may even get a zesty taste from “Citrus,” a poem about a strong love interest. In the short story “Anxious Touch,” you’ll encounter the struggle between reality and emotion. You’ll come across “Second Gift,” a play that will surely put you in the holiday mood. And as you continue to waltz through the pages, don’t skip past a painting of the alluring Narcissist who’s bound to catch your eye.

The CedarValleyDivide team is thankful for every person that took time out of their busy lives to share a piece of themselves with us, whether it was in the form of art, photography, or writing. We encourage you to continue submitting work to future editions. We’re also appreciative of those who don’t submit but look forward to reading the magazine. We couldn’t do this without you.

Sincerely,

Student Staff:

Myanna Carmody

Kelly Hajek

Ornele Kwihangana

Olivia Strempke

Will Wetjen

Faculty Advisors:

Lisa Angelella

Danny Plunkett