Here I Am
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32 comments:
Here I am
By Michelle
Love going to the park on the sunny days, walking around to have some fresh air (without thinking too much), sitting somewhere, looking at squirrels running to find some nuts, feeling that life is simple when we think it is simple.
Loved driving on my bike without destination to enjoy the night life, but it is not convenient to do that here. Loved taking a cup of coffee and watching romantic movies on Saturday morning, but I have to work to make a living.
Look at life as a new chapter; know that I have to work harder and harder to succeed in the road I chose.
(110 words)
Here Iam
Freah
Love waking up every day on a chilly morning, rolling under and over my comfy sheets, snuggling the warm hugs from my two beloved boys (with a heartfelt enthusiasm), giggling to each other until our tummy aches, feeling blissful of life’s spectacular blessings.
Loved the windows dressed in my mother’s matching curtains, but those are thousand miles away from me. Loved the vibrant plaid quilt my siblings used to cozily nestled at night, but now they are tucked somewhere in the attic.
Look at life as a safe home; comfort comes in different hues, shapes and patterns.
(97 words)
Here I Am
By Una Cui
Love smelling the sweet fragrance of the moist soil at dawn, watching the sprouting grasses and budding wild flowers in the pathway, listening to the mellifluous songs of robins (without interrupting them), tasting a cup of green tea while the raindrops are knocking on the window, feeling the upcoming pace of another graceful spring.
Loved the carefree days I spent with my grandma, but she had passed away. Loved dreaming to get a desired career, but know the road is full of thorns.
Look at life as a silent river; accumulates the pleasure and sorrow deeply, while flows with hope and courage endlessly.
(103 words)
Here I Am
By Mei Chen
Love standing on green tee under warm sunshine, swinging driver for strong shot to long distance (with hard-hitting), walking along fairway of golden daffodils beside, listening sparrows twittering on top of trees, enjoying the time with friends in splendid exercise while feeling lonely for homesickness.
Loved the scent of hot meal my parents prepared every night, but now I only have fast food after work. Loved drinking a cup of tea with them talking on the patio, but they are far away .
Look at life as a white flying ball; know that no matter the distance it will go back to the hole at the end of game.
(108 words)
Here I Am
Love listening the old legends by grandmother in silence of late summer nights (on the roof our house), twinkling a star between hundreds stars, attending students to school and university without fears and tears, feeling happiness between people that they are intimate with each other.
Loved the peace of my country forty years ago, but it is field of fire and war.
Loved the happiness and smile of lovely kids, but they has no shelter to live.
Look at life as a sad novel book; after each page it makes to cry and can’t change it all.
(100 words)
Love calling their name on the top of countryside hill while leaves fly under wind's sigh, watching my children running on the grass (without their shoes), dancing in the mud up to the hill, leaping leaves rest on the ground, feeling the joy of their bare feet.
Loved teaching my beloved baby played mud, but a city appears in their finger sooner or later.
Loved watching an ordinary seed buried in the rich soil, but a bunch of flower bloom up nearer.
Look at life as climbing mountain; with tears up and laughing down.
(94 words)
Here I Am
By Amy Ramirez
Love watching the moving clouds while the sun rays glisten, whispering some stories to other human being(talking softly with my seatmate), calculating every cruising altitude up in the sky, anticipating sweetly to a foreign place where I will set foot momentarily, feeling happy and content knowing I’ll be exploring once again .
Loved the time when I shared my adventures to my father, but he is no longer around to listen. Loved receiving two signatures on my birthday card, but now a lone scribble are all that I have.
Look at life as weather; know that sometimes it’s gloomy or brighter.
(101 words)
Here I Am
Love chatting with students in the hallway of the ALC, checking their work with all its ups and downs (much more fun than you imagine!) , hearing good news from someone who graduated long ago, the feeling you get when a term ends for the year.
Loved my life as a teacher, but now I am ready to move on. Loved learning what makes students work with passion, but now I want to see what else I can do.
Look at life as an opportunity to grow; know that my remaining years will offer more chances to see what’s next.
—100 words
Here I Am
Love beating the eggs until creamy silky mixture shines and smoothly drops, pouring the flour into the bowl to start the magic (with enchanting power), stirring the batter with the patience and love spatula, baking the cake to get ready for sharing its fragrance and sweet taste, pervading the coffee smell in my tea time to have harmony.
Loved surrounding by friends to sip a cup of coffee, but I offer all my time to my kids now. Loved enjoying the truffle chocolate cake, but it's better to have more healthy choices.
Look at life as a recipe; choose a good recipe and try to pursue the success in life. (110 words)
Here I Am
Love sitting by next to you while looking at the sunset, holding each other hand (with feeling in love), laughing with my corny jokes, watching the birds flying together like a lover, feeling extraordinary special when I'm with you.
Loved looking at you when you closed your eyes, but one day I woke up in tears without you by my side.
Loved hugging you in a cold night, but now I'm sleeping on my own.
Look at life as a fairy tale; know there are princess and Prince Charming that will live happily ever after.
(95 words)
Here I Am
Love sitting by the shore while hearing the waves sound like chimes in my ear, dancing with my father upon the stars that light our dance floor (feeling the unconditional love), chatting with my nephew on Skype, knowing that we will meet some day, having the feeling that you have a valuable treasure.
Loved spending time with my sister, but we are growing old. Loved listening to my grandmother telling me bedtime stories, but she is now far away.
Look at life as an hourglass; the more time has escaped from our life, the clearer we see and value it.
100 words
Sarjeevan kaur English 12 am
Here I Am
Love playing catch with my older brother in the garden beside over childhood house, crying and arguing with my younger sister for candies in front of mom at the neighbor shop, going to school with our heavy packs on our bicycles, those feeling shows to wonderful memories of childhood.
Loved those streets I use to play, but now I can’t find my way.
Loved my parent’s arms held me strong, it always felt that nothing could go wrong, but now they are far away.
Look at life as a rainbow; make a beautiful color in the life and just go.
- 100 words (February 2016; English 12 student)
Here I Am
Love watching The Amazing Race with my husband while my son sleeps nice and quiet, enjoying the view around the world(with an adventure), eating some popcorn and a glass of wine, guessing who is going to win this episode, feeling the excitement of traveling is a challenge.
Loved the spicy Thai fish dish my mom used to make, but she lives seven thousand miles away. Loved attending parents and child first skating lesson, but he is on a hockey team now.
Look at life as a competition; I know it doesn’t matter whether you win or lose if you try your best.
(105 words)
Here I Am
Love waking up to lazy weekend mornings, listening to the neighborhood awaken outside, making a hearty breakfast to enjoy with my boyfriend, taking a sauntering walk by the river (coffee in hand), then back home for a quick cat nap.
Loved crazy full days of childhood, but realize life sometimes needs to be enjoyed at a slower pace. Loved growing up with my family, but realize it’s time to make a life of my own.
Look at life as a highway; sometimes the fast lane is fun, but the slow lane can be more enjoyable.
95 words (Feb 9,2016)
Here I Am
By Lauren Cho
Love wandering the mysterious street filled with delicate pink cherry blossom trees, slurping the frosty blueberry smoothie under the dazzling sunshine (with my bubbly little girl), listening to the fallen maple leaves rustle in the breeze, snuggling on the sofa and sipping my latte next to the fireplace on Christmas Eve.
Loved soaking my face into the pure rain, but the innocent shower changed to dusty drops. Loved gazing at the window while the snow embraced the world, but the mild atmosphere took away my pleasure.
Look at life as colorful four seasons; know how diverse it can be.
99words
Here I Am
By Mei Luo
Love enjoying the piano music that is played by my son, accompanying my kids on their life journey before they become adultness(without my own pursuing), watching every progress they have made through their endeavors, the feeling I get just like I am success.
loved my son's small and cute feet in my palm,but soon I couldn't hold anymore. Loved playing with them in the playground, but right now,only myself sitting there.
Look at life as a melody with sadness in lyric; know that I should play in my style.
92words
Here I am
Love listening to music while doing household chores, singing my old time favourite songs in the karaoke machine, watching movies with my son on a weekend, playing tickle time before bedtime, talking to my family on skype (though they are far) , feeling their presence when I see them.
Loved to go shopping for myself but I have to consider my budget now that I have a family of my own.
Loved to go back to my high school life but those were my younger years.
Look at life as a road; sometimes I get lost along the way but I keep on driving and eventually will find my destination.
109 words
Here I Am
Love making pancakes with my son on Sunday mornings, letting him help me (without fear he will spill the flour), walking on spring amidst blossom cherry trees, watching the ocean in the sunset, the feeling that I can find something beautiful in everything surrounds me.
Loved the house of my happy childhood, but it’s far, too far away.
Loved the house of my happy childhood, but it’s far, too far away.
Loved to tell my son the fairy tales I grew up with, but these are old and dusty now.
Look at life as a box of chocolate; know that every piece has a different flavor and you have to enjoy them all.
(100 words)
Here I Am
Love snowshoeing at Cypress Mountain in the winter, throwing snowballs to my son to get his attention, putting frozen leaves inside my husband's cloth (with a sneaky strategy), enjoying the spectacular view from the top of the mountain, the feeling that there is nothing more important than family.
Loved playing Mahjong with my dear parents during Chinese New Year, but they are far away. Loved wearing that white sleeveless dress, but it doesn't fit anymore.
Look at life as a camera; know what is a important picture and capture the good family times.
- 93 words
Here I Am (Tea Ritual)
Love pausing a few minutes to maintain the state of mind, boiling the tea kettle to make an aromatic golden elixir, pouring the hot water into a small lipped bowl to be cooled down for slow-tea, watching the tea leaves float serenely (while I compose myself) in the warmed teapot, feeling that joy of tea is the sense of awareness and alertness to discover.
Loved practicing meditation daily, but I forgot to do it with bustling life. Loved talking over a cup of tea, but I believe drinking tea alone is the best of all.
Look at life as a tea ritual; drinking that one bowl represents the entire Universe.
Words 110
Here I Am
Love reading an old book as I’m bundled up by the fireplace, listening to the pitter patter of the rain (with a warm cup of tea in my hands), smiling to myself as I’m lost in thought, watching each and every snowflake drift down, feeling at peace with myself.
Loved to go out and meet new people, but the anxiety has taken over.
Loved to lay myself down to sleep, closing my eyes and praying for a change, but I grew up.
Look at life as a blank canvas; you are the artist and the brush is in your hand
100 words
February 2016
Pavi
Here I Am
Love drinking a cup of tasty coffee in my quiet kitchen, watching blue sky floating fluffy clouds through my bedroom’s window, standing under the cherry blossom tree falling down the petal (feeling like snow), working with the innocent and adorable kids at the preschool, the feeling of appreciation about my continuing life.
Loved enjoying outdoor activities with my friends, but I prefer to stay inside and chat. Loved challenging whatever I wanted, but I like to step back and think more.
Look at life as many adventures; looking for the valuable, various, and ultimate of the life meaning.
100 words
Here I am
Love enjoying the fresh snow on top of the mountain as the foggy mist dwells on my skin, snowboarding down the hill like a moving bullet close to the speed of sound (with fear of falling), watching the view with friends; silent awe burden our faces, feeling of satisfaction comes by overcoming the obstacles in life.
Loved my mother's classic music,but the sound astray in the rhythm as time passes by. Loved playing music with friends, but time gives no more favor as we relentlessly get older every minute.
Look at life as a potted plant; it blooms beautifully as we nurture it and handle it with care.
-110 words
Here I Am
Love crushing a heap of ruby grape, seeking the first stream of fine bubbles (ensure fermentation starts), hearing the fizz singing from the windpipe between fruits, the feeling you get when you taste the first sip full of balance and bouquet.
Loved my mom’s hot dinner ready when I arrived home, but I am the chef to prepare meals for my own. Loved the days obsessed by the novel heroes, but know that they underwent much suffering.
Look at life as wine aged in a barrel; know that the longer you wait-- the better it may turn out to be.
--100 words
Here I Am
Love wandering in my childhood home, listening to the canaries singing in the Spring sun to attract a mate, sitting on the porch, staring at my mom while she crochets a scarf for cold days to come (with her wrinkled hands ), the feeling you get when you are gratified.
Loved falling asleep in my mom’s arms after playing all day long, but I’m a grown-up. Loved riding a swing at the park, making an effort to reach higher, but neither I nor the park is present there.
Look at life as a sweet lemon whose taste turns bitter by time; enjoy every bite of it before it’s too late.
-112 words
NANCY NGUMO
“HERE I AM”
Love watching the radiant rays of the beautiful sun sinking down the horizon in the Summer, enjoying soothing,lulling and refreshing breeze ( with no worries),listening to the sound of the waves gently drenching the sand,the feeling you get when nature calls you to the reality.
Loved my grandmother’s hearty delicious vegetable lentils homemade soup, but she is mile away.Loved driving to the mountainous places with my cousins, but other responsibilities has replaced our hobby.
Look life as an ocean;it can be calm and still,rough and rigid, but in the end is still beautiful.
105 words
Here I am
Love smelling the pungent scent of evergreen trees in a thickly-wooded trail, watching the sea turtles and sharks in my children’s eyes (with their pupils dilated with amazement), listening to Paganini Caprice on a rainy day, the feeling that life is alive in all my five senses.
Loved the control that orderly life gave, but now my children have taken control of my life. Loved the sweets, but now I teach my children a healthy diet.
Look at life as a glass jar filled with candies of many colors and tastes; know the color but never know the taste until I put one into my mouth.
-104 words
Here I am
Steve Park
Love watching funny interesting TV show during free time with ice cream at home, making a comment to share my ideas with people about the internet articles, walking around the street by whistling my favourite songs (when nobody is walking), reading a free cartoon during going to school by bus, feeling amusement from the boring life.
Loved funny action movie in the theater, but I'm poor. Loved reading "Harry potter" in the library, but it is already checked out now.
Look at life as a exploring; sometimes, you would face the frustrating moments or amusement times.
(95 words)
Here I am
Love the way air fills my lungs, breathing in the cool crisp freshness of a beautiful spring morning, feeling the slight chill (but not too chilly) that makes me hug my sweater closely, listening to the crunch my shoes make on frosted grass.
Loved jumping into puddles as a child, enjoying the water splashing under my feet.
Loved the way my mother made sure I got dry once home, her hands like towels warming me with affection, but are now long wrinkled.
Look at life as a flower; needing nourishment to grow, knowing someday it will end, but remembering there will always be seeds left to plant again.
(108 words)
Love eating ice cream on a sunny day with my lovely friends, listening to melodic bird’s twittering (without any concern), watching the beautiful children playing around in the park , enjoying beautiful morning sunrise fully relieved . Feeling happy as main
purpose of our Life is happiness.
Loved reminiscing moments which I spent in my hometown with my friends, but now golden time is no more. Loved spending my precious time with my mom, but she gets
busier as she gets older.
Look at life as ice cream; enjoy its delicious flavors before it melts.
105 words
Rakhima Smazova
“ Here I AM “
Love praying to God before sunrise, asking for forgiveness and guidance while preforming five prayers a day (with humbleness and sincerity), giving charity for people in need, fasting whole month every year, hoping to go for pilgrimage to Makah, worshiping God alone and following Prophet Muhammad as the only way to win the ultimate prize of admission into Paradise.
Loved to sleep longer in the morning, but I realized I’m wasting my time. Loved to watch the TV whole day, but it’s not interesting for me anymore.
Look at life as a test; know everyone will be asked.
-98 words
Here I am
Love sitting on the balcony and watching the sunset with my mother, listening to the sound of waves crashing at the beach (with a view of the beautiful green-blue water), listening to my parent speak about a country I've never know ,yet feeling a sense of belonging.
Loved spending my evenings carelessly with my siblings, but now its seems our lives have got too busy that we don't even get time to see one another. Loved reading fiction books and travelling in my mind all day, but now I see it as a waste of time.
Look at life as a test: aim to get it right the first time.
110 words
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