Referring to P.S. Positivity in our #StayBraveBeBold issue: I often have to remind myself that no great love story was ever written about late night texts. And the boy who forgets to respond to me probably won’t end up being my Romeo. I mean, Romeo did scale a building after his first date, and I just got a ‘Read at 11:58.’ But that doesn’t mean my Romeo or Heathcliff isn’t out there, it just means I have the wrong number. Maybe all of us have mixed matched numbers for a while. Maybe we are the ones that don’t respond. And maybe, just for a little bit, we fall in love with someone else’s Romeo. We could spend years with the wrong Romeo, and he’ll teach you everything about compassion and misguided youth, but then he’ll lock eyes with his actual Juliet, and you’ll become nothing more than time spent. Isn’t that what happened? Romeo was in love with Rosaline, but the second he saw Juliet she became Rosawho? And it wasn’t her fault at all, some beginnings are just more important than endings. Maybe that what Orion knew, or knows now; that there’s always another love story waiting to be told so don’t worry when one doesn’t work out. Everyone out there has a person who won’t leave them on read or forget about them at first glance. It may take a while, but it’ll be worth the wait. So in the time being, with messy hearts and damp cheeks, be the Rosaline of the story. Fall in and out of love so many times that when it’s real you can feel the difference in the air. And who knows, maybe eventually Rosaline did have the best love story of all time. We at least know it turned out better than Romeo’s. – LIZZY BRIGHAM / HOUSTON, TX Local Wolves is such a diverse magazine in terms of what they cover in every issue. From musicians to DIYs to spreading positivity, it’s hard to categorize Local Wolves. Each issue brings something new to the table, and each issue never disappoints. The past four years of Local Wolves has grown into something so much more than just a magazine. By creating Wolfie Submissions, the Local Wolves team has allowed aspiring artists and writers to express themselves on a broad platform that they would otherwise not have access to. It’s an opportunity that I, as well as other wolfies, are beyond appreciative to have. Local Wolves’ inclusion of their readers in each issue brings about a sense of community that most other magazines don’t have. As someone who has been printed in the Wolfie Submissions previously, it’s incredible to see a team that recognizes the importance of their readers. The connection between the readers and the creators is a tremendous part of what keeps the readers, well, reading. Along with that and the aesthetic that Local Wolves maintains throughout each issue, it’s hard not to fall in love with this magazine. Local Wolves has come a long way in the past four years, and I can’t wait to watch it evolve into something even more beautiful in these next four years. – HANNAH GREIL / DAYTON, OH
Local Wolves is an abundance of creative and inspiring content. This magazine, other than the usual 'fashion' based ones, appeals to many different people. Writers and artists finally have a place to draw inspiration from and submit their own work. This magazine gives small creators a chance to show off their brilliant creations. I've discovered new music and talented artists and beautiful writers from different issues of Local Wolves. Thank you for filling my life with a collection of gems and here's to many more issues to come. – LEAH FRENCH / DOVER, NH What I admire about Local Wolves is the limitless possibilities they offer, especially with art and music. There are no boundaries, every one is allowed to fully express themselves and Local Wolves has a way to bring it all together as one to make an breathtaking read. As a photographer, it can be hard to make your art stand out, but this magazine gave me my first published photo in the August issue and it honestly pushed me to keep making eye popping art. I don't limit myself with a camera and this magazine has a big reasoning in that. Art is something that can bring people together; to think, feel, admire and express. That is why I love this magazine, because it makes you feel something. – ASHLEY FENISON / EUGENE, OR My favorite person that has been featured in this magazine is Orion Carloto! I am an enthusiast of poetry and art and I really like how she writes her pieces, and I relate to them so much. Also, I have been subscribed to her YouTube channel for quite a while now and her videos make me smile when I watch them. She is an inspiration to all the people who watches her and I think she is doing an amazing job in entertaining people. It's also a plus that she is gorgeous! More power to you and your publication, guys! – JOMA TUAZON / BAGUIO CITY, PH (ILLUSTRATION: BELOW)
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