We all long for something, whether it's the thirst for experience or fulfillment, the desire for a distant place or time, a sense of nostalgia, or simply the comfort of a good homemade meal. Through the featured poetry, prose, art, and photography, Longing invites readers to ponder the countless ways in which longing can manifest and how it affects us. It is often accompanied by a sense of incompleteness or emptiness, as if something essential is missing from our lives. This sense of longing can evoke a mixture of emotions—both painful and beautiful. While longing can leave us feeling defeated, especially if what we long for remains elusive or unattainable, it also possesses the power to drive our ambitions and propel us forward. It can serve as a catalyst, motivating us to pursue our goals and seek out the things that bring us joy and fulfillment. While reading through the creative talent featured in this magazine, we invite you to reflect inwards. What do you long for?