Here I Am
Write your version of "Here I Am" here as a comment to this post. Remember to follow the format of my examples exactly (use the same punctuation and word forms etc.).
I will post my original, written in September of 2009. It was written for a class introduction exercise on this blog for English 12 students.
I will post my original, written in September of 2009. It was written for a class introduction exercise on this blog for English 12 students.
NOTE: Be sure to post your "Here I Am" here as a comment and not to "post" to the blog.
Remember to bring a copy on paper to class for your performance. Good luck!
34 comments:
Here I am:
Love eating a cherry tomato still hot from an August sun, walking through coastal forests full of leaning hemlocks, floating in a lake (while talking to a good friend beside me), chatting with my daughter over sushi, the feeling you get when everyone stands as one at a concert.
Loved my bicycle (obviously), but never ride it anymore. Loved my dog, but she died in mid-summer.
Look at life through a different lens now I’ve passed 50; see it now with both eyes wide open.
—88 words; originally published at the blog in September, 2009
Here I Am:
Love exploring nature by walking through trails and mountain climbing (Grouse Grind),observing every little sound is like music to my ears, the inviting scent of pine trees gives me peace, feeling the positive energy it brings.
Loved doing things with ease but the adventure ended with an unfortunate incident that put a halt on things. Loved the feeling of mobility but the aches and pains sprung eminently.
Look at life as a walk through the forest; you'll see beauty in all things but remember that inevitable events might be encountered.
91 words
Here I Am:
Love walking my dogs early in the morning, watching sunrise (if I had enough sleep at night), driving long hours with my family to find a hidden wild campsite, snorkelling in a salty sunny ocean, feeling snowflakes melt on my face at the winter mountains.
Loved to braid and bow my daughter’s hair for school, but she is married now and moved out. Loved my son’s strong warm hugs and mature support, but now missing him deeply.
Look at life as a book; interesting to read, but can’t skip pages to pop in, and discover the future.
100 words
Here I Am
Love drinking a hot cup of chai tea in the morning, watching the latest You Tube videos and checking my Facebook newsfeed on the I-pad, my cat sitting on the table (even though he knows he’s not supposed to) staring at me intently, trying to persuade me to give him some of my cheese string, the sound of him purring becoming extremely intense.
Loved playing outside in the front yard of our townhouse complex. Climbing trees in stockings and a dress or pretending to be rock stars with the other kids in the neighbourhood.
Look at life as a story; if you keep going you’ll get to the next chapter.
-110 words (February 2015; English 12 Student)
Here I am
Love eating Oranges in front of a warm heater, bringing a piece of chocolate into my mouth, listening inspiring music on my way home from work, walking along the peaceful street (during an evening glow), reading entertaining books on the lush grass under the bright blue sky, feeling the freedom without plans after school.
Loved having pizzas after taking a bath with my younger brother, but now we are too mature. Loved attending high schools with my beloved friends together, bu now we go to different schools.
Look at life as the flow of water in a river; acknowledge that future is promised and the past had established a history.
110 words (February 2015; English 12 student)
Here I am
Love strolling around the park in the morning (while walking my dog on a leash) feeling the cool breeze kissing my face, looking at the vivid colours of the rising sun peeking through the clouds, listening to birds chirping and singing melodies, walking on the dew drops on grass, the feeling you get when you return home for fresh tea made by my husband.
Loved visiting my old house where I spent my childhood, the house remained the same while I changed every year as I grew up.
Look at life as a tea pod; the more it squeezes us, the stronger we become.
Word count:100
Here I Am
Love lying on the ground under the willow trees, witnessing the beautiful sunset that slowly fades, dreaming that one day I will be reunited with my love ones back home ( bonding and laughing with them), tapping my own shoulder saying “be brave”, the feeling you get when
you know that dreams soon will come true.
Loved giggling with my siblings, but distance keep setting us apart. Loved taking my grandparents to the park and catching up on good memories, but they are too old to remember.
Look at life as pages in a book; know which chapter is worth remembering.
---100 words
Here I Am
Love watching the azure ocean and white yachts in Canada place, taking pictures of outstanding scenery in Stanley Park, cheering for terrific performances on Granville Island, staring at the blazing red sunset at Kitsilano Beach(wishing I were tinted, too), the feeling you get when you are full of excitement as a tourist.
Loved telling my mother about my trips, but she is not with me. Loved tasting various culture and food, but I am struggling to accommodate myself to the new place.
Look at life as traveling; know whom to be with is the most important thing.
- 100 words (February 2015; English 12 student)
Here I Am
Love lying on the bank of a limpid stream, shutting the blue sky and fluffy clouds out of my sight, stroking the downy grass which are tickling my palms (like a naughty boy), smelling the slight spiciness of the tiny wildflowers and the fresh grass, the feeling I get just like nobody exists in the whole world, but me.
Loved chatting and relaxing with friends in a cafe, but now busy for working everyday. Loved four of us doing everything together, but now only three.
Look at life as a crooked stream; twists and turns a lot but still meanders down to the sea.
----107 words
Here I Am
Love walking down the street where cherry blossoms bloom on the sidewalk, watching children gather up to play at the end of the street(with an urge to join), smelling the freshness from the new grown grasses, listening the birds twittering on top of the tree, the feeling of a new beginning.
Loved the time when high school friends gather and discuss life, but we had all move on. Loved visiting my grandparent where I spend my childhood, but everything had changed.
Look at life as a one way path; know that moving forward is the only direction.
100 words
Here I Am
Love enjoying a walk while the sunshine is on my face, whispering (with a six year old boy) how to save the day, creating stories about superheroes along the way, stopping in gardens to watch little spiders around the leaves, feeling the joy of new life when you love to be mom.
Loved listening to stories from my mom, but she is gone now. Loved having a cup of tea on Saturdays with my girlfriends, but they all are far away.
Look at life as a clock; know that you always go forward with a chance to begin a new day every time.
105 Words
Here I Am
Love walking beside the river (in the early spring), breathing the scent of pure fresh air with my family, listening to the song of the river, forgetting all my burdens wishing to hold these memorable moments forever, closing my eyes though, feeling the wind of spring conditioning my skin.
Loved sleeping sometimes until noon, but I don’t have time and I must attend my school. Loved to have finished my studying and have my career, but now I am a beginner.
Look at life as a mountain, difficult to climb, but the view from the top is amazing.
-100 words
Here I am
Love wrapping in soft blanket with the book, planting tiny sprouts on the balcony in the spring, listening to the children`s laughter from backyard, wandering along the trail in the wet wood, the feeling of well-being and a peace of mind.
Loved to write my favourite receipts in the book, but now it`s all in my laptop. Loved to read the book to my kids, but now they read for themselves.
Look at life as a chain of big and small events; know that I flip trough the pages of my story every day.
- 97 words
Here I am:
Love drinking hot coffee to stay warm on a cold day, going for a walk outside with a friend (even when it’s raining), teaching myself how to play the piano, visiting the library to find a new book to read, the feeling you get when you discover something new.
Loved visiting my grandmother in England, but now I’m back home. Loved spending time with my youth group, but now I’m busy with school.
Look at life as a road map; I’ll choose my destination and follow that direction.
88 words
Nazek
Here I Am
Love taking a stroll in the park (enjoying the solitude), while the sun starts making its appearance through the dark, listening to the birds’ prayers on the tree branches, feeling the cool breeze against my skin, making my way to a nearby café, sipping on the hot drink, feeling the anticipation of a new day about to break.
Loved the smell of my mother’s specialty coffee in the morning, but we never could get along. Loved my nephew’s giggles, but he is far away.
Look at life as a battle between light and darkness; dawn won’t break till light triumphs.
100 words
Here I am
Love surfing the internet at my leisure time after the work, watching funny videos online to relax my nerves, searching useful information and articles to enrich my knowledge, setting up websites for customers by using Wordpress or Joomla CMS (content management system), the feeling you get when you complete the assignment and see customers smile with high satisfaction.
Loved sitting in front of TV screen, but now prefer in front of computer screen.
Loved discussing problems with friends or colleagues, but now find solutions online.
Look at life as a rapid change of new technology; know that keep on studying is the best way to keep updating your knowledge.
- 109 words
Here I Am:
Love taking long road trips, feeling the air flow through my hair (when the window is open), fooling around and telling jokes with my family, grabbing a hold of the freedom of the open road, waiting for my destination to appear.
Loved sitting in the back of the car playing games with my brother as my father drove, but im the driver now. Loved taking my dog to the dog park on a beautiful sunny day, but now he's gone.
Look at life as a brand new car; ready to take you in any direction you choose.
Here I Am
Love watching spring flowers wake up from a deep sleep and blossom, getting soaked in the heavy rains of summer when it’s followed by a radiant rainbow (glistening and colorful), walking on flickering golden leaves of trees in autumn, sitting in the yard beside the fire while greenness is covered by whiteness, seeing deadness is always followed by life.
Loved my mom’s warm hug and hot dishes after a cold day, but now she is far away. Loved looking at my pungent purple petunias, but now they are gone.
Look at life as a single night; know that there is always brightness after darkness.
107 words
Here I Am
Love strolling along Kwomais Point Park after rain (with Espresso in hand), searching Mount Baker far in the south behind the heavy fog, stepping down wood stairs to the 1001 Steps beach, listening to the train rumbling past with endless carriages, the feeling as if you have melted into the ocean and the sky.
Loved prosperous street and noisy night-club, but now they are gone with wind. Loved standing on the stage followed by spotlight, but now enjoy quiet and sweet family time.
Look at life as fireworks with brilliant glory; know that everything will back to earth in the end.
- 101 words
Karima Ritouni February 24, 2015
Here I Am
Love walking along the beach (Boundary Bay Regional Park) detecting the unique smell of the sea, watching the migrant birds playing around while the surface sparkles as real diamonds, listening to waves sweeping out the masterpiece of mosaic shells, the feeling evokes pleasant memories and peace of mind.
Loved riding my old motorcycle, but now I would rather drive a car. Loved playing soccer with my son, but he is busy playing games with a professional team.
Look at life as a sea full of treasures and mysteries; generously it gives and certainly it takes.
- 100 words
Love watching sparkling stars at a balmy night, lying on the balcony and having a snap, listening chirping from darkness, enjoying the peace of night, the feeling you get when you finally take a rest after a long day at work.
Loved the taste of every dish my grandmother made, but I’m far away from her now. Loved being a child who did not give a damn about the complexities in life, but I have grown up.
Look at life as the sand in your hand; no matter how hard you hold it, it will run out one day.
100 words
Here I am:
Love enjoying a cup of fresh orange juice on the bed, listening to a calm ballad song through earphones, drawing idea sketchbook (on the soft but cold sofa), jogging on the running-machine with the pink running shoes, feeling the freedom of my life-myself- without anyone.
Loved sharing life stories with friends, but they become careless while I am weak.
Loved spending times with friends, but I couldn't get my own time to think deeply of who I am.
Look at life as a one-time opportunity; take pleasure in each moment.
-90 words
Here I Am
Love seeking the reason why I am here on earth, finding the Source of life, learning how to make wise decisions (without regret), sharing with friends who are in need, the feeling you get far more than anything in the world.
Loved wallowing in the mud of dark, but now following the light. Loved getting more and more to feel content, but now starting to give.
Look at life as a calling; ranging from the first cry to the last breath.
- 81 words
Here I Am
Love that time of the year when the sun shines bright, the birds chirp and the seagulls squawk; love the smell of summer, and the good mood it brings along. Long walks along the beach (with the one you love) – waves gently splashing on my feet and the sun set waving goodnight.
Loved watching the clear sky and the beautiful stars, it makes my heart skip a beat, but it also makes me feel so calm. Loved tanning all summer long, but fall is soon to come.
Look forward to fashion in the fall when the leaves change its colors; summer, please come faster than you’ve gone.
107 words (February 2015; English 12 Student)
Here I AM
Love spending weekends with family; watching funny movies together at our own comfortable couch and laugh from bottom of our heart (instead of individually outside), playing hide and seek with my little brother who is sometimes annoying ; feeling of accomplishing a goal after passing the hard times.
Loved walking for hours to get to my uncle house, but now he lives far away from us.
Loved playing in the yard with my only plastic dull, but now everyone has an electronic device to play with.
Look at the life like a long road; full of surprises which is hard to tolerate some times.
107 word February 24, 2015 by Marzieh Eftekhari
Here I Am
Love wandering around in the forest, earing birds singing their song of nature, walking all alone (without fear and barefoot), feeling the soft earth between my toes and looking at the big blue sky, taking a big breath and inhaling the fresh scent of the nature, feeling the forest, how alive it feels being surrounded by natures elements against my skin.
Loved coming home and seeing my grandparents, sitting peacefully together watching television with love in their eyes.
Loved is sitting on my bed with an open book as I forget about reality and travel in a world full of adventure.
Look at life as a balance; there’s always light in darkness just like there’s darkness in light.
-118 words
HERE I AM
Love the feeling of the sun, warming up my skin while laying on the grass and looking up the sky. The wind blowing through the trees (and the birds playing around).
Loved being around my friends, going to the sea and watching the time pass in front of us, creating memories together but those days are far gone now. And new stories are being written.
Look at life as a gift; enjoy the nature and simplicity of things that make you smile.
-93 words
Love driving on highway through warm breeze watching sparkling ocean, wandering on top of a mountain (naming newly sprouting plants along trails), spotting mother’s passionate smile under the dazzling sun, the feeling you get when you go out with your elderly mother in a fine day after a cold winter.
Loved singing for my father (boasting my voice), but he passed away a decade ago. Loved following my mother for shopping (when I was young), but she often falls on the street now.
Look at life in different perspectives; my mother expresses gratitude to family, yet it’s an unwritten book to me. (102 words)
Here I Am
Love observing the world(particularly things that move) around me, paying attention to little details, brainstorming all the fun things that might happen, finding the answer for questions that suddenly come up, feeling isolated yet fully engaged in this world.
Loved playing with all the small animals and bugs in the back yard, but gets boring and less interesting as I grow up. Loved all the things I used to do back then, but find myself moving on.
Look at life as the same as all the living creatures; Decide and get going no matter how the situation is.
-98 words
Here I Am
Love swallowing bottles of water during homework, Walking down the sandy roads in Central Park (with trees standing by my sides), reading on the bench using the last ray of the sun, chatting with my neighbor about the beautiful weather, the feeling of an inner peace in the cosmos.
Loved being with my cousins on winter break, but now we are spate by the ocean. Love eating dinner alongside my grandparent, but now we are mountains apart.
Look at life as a circle, know that when one ends, others might begin.
Here I Am
Love daydreaming before a sleep, playing guitar like Eric Clapton, smiling as it’s real, feeling the intense joy (even though it’s just a play of imagination).
Loved eating dinners with my family-- talking through, sipping chai--but now I have moved.
Loved hearing my grandpa’s fairy tales: but I’m too old to hear, and he is too old to tell.
Look at life as roundabout; always can choose a different direction, but still have to make a round.
Love walking around the neighborhood, watching the houses, the gorgeous architectures as societies are getting greener. Enjoying the water-boosted, healthy, artistic, rain coast forests and its unique, tropico-Canadian, singing birds with all their perseverance. I take picture of these scenic scenarios and the night brings something distinct but astonishing; as if the pictures are from a cartoon.
Loved biking along the water in Vancouver, in the mornings, at nights, with or without the rain, which is Vancouver. Healthy rides, active people, pressure-releasing, Tai-Chi twisting tension sessions to turn up stress into tranquility.
Look at life as a surprise; sometimes it is just right and greatly appreciated, sometimes it is like the rain: hoping for sun tomorrow…
Here I Am
Love sitting by the busy streets of Tokyo, my laptop on my lap and sipping on my vending machine tea,
looking at all the stimulation around me, watching thousands walk past me, the feeling that is nostalgic
to my hometown.
Loved having my family around, but I am thousands of miles away. Loved having my friend's to fool around
with, but now I have to go on Skype.
Look at life as a foreign city; with new simulations and more to accomplish
(87 words) Jack Chi
Fatemeh wrote:
"Here I Am"
Love walking beside the "English Bay" with my husband ,(listening to the water), when comes to the beach, having one delicious ice cream in summer, or a hot coffee in winter, water and the weather are so nice in ears that you get fresh and happy , something that you never forget, and be delightful.
Loved my father who is passed away when I was finished with my studing. Loved seeing his grandchildren, but they are going to university.
Look at life as a movie, with bitter ,dissappointed and difficult scenes, and with sweet and splendid scenes.
96 words
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