Joan ChenWhen Music Stirred The StormRemembering how to remember was indeed precious. Seeing, hearing, smelling and touching whom to remember with was priceless.4 min read·Sep 6, 2022----
Joan ChenWelcome To The Black ParadeThat first note captivated my psyche. …I couldn’t get enough of the vulnerability and courage that the song conjured up in me.4 min read·Nov 1, 2021----
Joan ChenFriendship with ConstraintsMy name is Constraints. People roll their eyes at me — except Sofia. Like most people, she is already tested by my distant cousins…4 min read·Feb 16, 2021----
Joan ChenWhen Work Became PersonalRusty metal. I can summon the smell on cue. If I close my eyes, I’ll see Dad stepping out of his old Jeep.4 min read·Sep 10, 2020----