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Taylor N.I am friendly and joyful. I wonder why cats hate water, but dogs don't. I hear lots of loud music when I play my guitar. I see lots of dogs in the park. I want Isabel to be a small puppy again. I am friendly and joyful. I pretend to wrestle withIsabel. I feel excited when I am in kickboxing. I touch Isabel's tummy for a tummy rub. I worry children will make me mad. I cry when I get hurt really bad. I am friendly and joyful. I understand why squirrels die on the street. I say puppies are adorable. I dream to be very strong. I try to be the best soccer goalie in the world. I hope my wish to be very strong comes true. I am friendly and talented. |
Cathy (Payton's mom)"It's My Nature"
I am a woman who loves and appreciates nature. I wonder how many waves crash against the shore every day. I hear the sound that the waves make in my mind. And I can imagine the various colors of the sea. I want to sit on the beach and watch the waves roll in. I am a woman who loves and appreciates nature. I pretend that I am walking on the beach. I feel the sand between my toes I touch the water with my feet. I worry that our children and grandchildren will not be able to enjoy the lakes and oceans as we do today. I am a woman who loves and appreciates nature. I understand that it is up to every one of us to take care of our earth. I say that "the time is now"! I dream that everyone will want to do their part before it's too late. I try and leave places better than I found them. I hope you can see what a beautiful gift we have been given in nature. I am a woman who loves and appreciates nature. |
Payton D.I am talented and enthusiastic.
I wonder why the sun is so bright. I hear the waves crashing on the beach. I see a dragon flying. I want to see Mario come to life. I am talented and enthusiastic. I pretend that I'm evil. I feel scared about a vampire. I touched a werewolf. I worry I'll throw up. I cry if someone in my family dies. I am talented and enthusiastic. I understand about life. I say I believe in God. I dream about pizza land. I try to destroy Bowser. I hope I will see a tornado. I am talented and enthusiastic. |
Collin (Julene's dad)I
am curious and concerned.
I wonder what the world will be like in fifty years. I hear the good advice my parents gave me. I see my children’s smiles. I want to make sure my children are happy. I am curious and concerned. I pretend I am an old man. I feel free hiking in the wilderness. I touch the heart of living things. I worry about who will care for my children if something happens to us. I cry when I think about the debilitating health of my parents. I am curious and concerned. I understand hardships are a part of life. I say “suffer, it’s good for you”. I dream that my kids go through life with passion and the ability to know what is right for them. I try to make sacrifices for the good of my children. I hope soon my kids understand who they are and be proud of themselves. I am curious and concerned. |
Julene E.I am creative and crazy.
I wonder why I am so tall. I hear the sounds of the forest at dawn and dusk. I see a big pool in my backyard and me swimming in it. I want a telescope so I can see the stars. I am creative and crazy. I pretend to be a servant girl who is friends with a witch. I feel scared to be friends with a dragon that can do anything and everything. I touch a rainbow daisy that tastes like a sugar free candy cane. I worry that my grandmother will die like my grandpa did. I cry when I see animals being mistreated and killed. I am creative and crazy. I understand how my brother works and how he reacts to being asked to work. I say that heaven is real. I dream that I will become an inventor and champion swimmer. I try to sell lemonade in summer nad soup in winter. I hope that I will buy myself a pair of Wheelies. I am creative and crazy. |
Bryn (Saylor's mom)I am sensitive and assertive.
I wonder if I make my children proud. I hear fairies flying. I see unicorns. I want to lie on a beach. I am sensitive and assertive. I pretend to be a rockstar. I feel like I am on a cloud. I touch a shining star. I worry when my kids are sick. I cry when no one sees me. I am sensitive and assertive. I understand that I am loved. I say I love you. I dream about a warm beach. I try to close my computer. I hope that my kids are happy. I am sensitive and assertive. |
Saylor O.I am super and bright.
I wonder why I feel so open to the sun. I hear the giant waves crashing. I see my beautiful self in the mirror. I want to believe in anything I say. I am super and bright. I pretend to be perfect in my dreams. I feel amazing when I do something for others. I touch my family to hug them. I worry that my bad dreams will come true. I cry when I feel abandoned. I am super and bright. I understand that everyone around me is special. I say things that explain me. I dream about a world of love and peace. I try to be kind hearted all the time. I hope everything in this poem is true. I am super and bright. |
Julia B.I am wonderful and smart.
I wonder why I am loud. I hear kids laughing when they play. I see people being happy and having fun. I want to be fun so people like me. I am wonderful and smart. I pretend I own a hotel in New Mexico. I feel strong and powerful. I touch a green fluffy pillow when I go to bed. I worry that my 95 year old great grandpa is going to die. I cry when I get in trouble. I am wonderful and smart. I understand people when they talk. I say my prayers every night. I dream about kids laughing. I try to be very nice so I have friends. I hope I will get good grades. I am wonderful and smart. |
Sage K.I am adorable and loving.
I wonder why koalas don't have tails. I hear the sound of birds singing on a bright summer day. I see a beautiful meadow of gorgeous flowers. I want a cute fluffy kitten. I am adorable and loving. I pretend I have horses. I feel confident when I do really hard artwork. I touch the cold snow when I nordic ski. I worry that one day I will fall off my horse when I jump. I cry when I leave my old friends. I am adorable and loving. I understand how my mom and dad love me. I say I love them back. I dream of being all of the IB learner profile words. I try to play basketball really well. I hope I will become an artist when I grow up. I am adorable and loving. |
Talei (Hannah's sister)I am young and talented.
I wonder if I'll die young. I hear the sound of crashing waves. I see a bright future. I want to be the best I can be. I am young and talented. I pretend that I'm in teh WNBA. I feel like I could fly. I touch sick people and they heal. I worry about failing science. I cry for my grandma. I am young and talented. I understand that I have to set great examples for my siblings. I say that everybody's beautiful in their own way. I dream of becoming a model. I try not to disappoint. I hope I make it through junior high. I am young and talented. |
Hannah R.I am strong and quick.
I wonder why people think Bigfoot is real. I hear the sounds of dodgeballs hitting the ground. I see myself quietly walking through the woods while we are camping. I am strong and quick. I pretend I'm a kitchen worker. I feel like a knowledgeable girl at school. I touch the waters of an ocean. I worry one day I'll get hurt and go to a hospital. I cry that one day I will leave my parents. I am strong and quick. I understand how people feel when getting hurt. I say school is really important for kids. I dream one day I will be a famous artist. I try to be the best I can be at school. I hope to go to the Marshall Islands one day. I am strong and quick. |
Megan K.I am caring and happy.
I wonder why the sky is blue. I hear beautiful birds chirping. I see kids at the park going on the swing. I want a horse so I can ride on it with my friends. I am caring and happy. I pretend I am a teacher. I feel happy and warm when I see people being nice. I touch a little baby. I worry that someone is not being caring. I cry when I get hurt. I am caring and happy. I understand that people have bad days. I say that I am smart. I dream that I am a rock star. I try to use my punching bag. I hope to have a sister someday. I am caring and happy. |
Debra (Logan's mom)I am a maker.
I make things. I make friends. I make parties And adventures. I like to see people smile And so sometimes I make people laugh too. But not always. Sometimes I am sad And then I go inside my heart and my mind And make a safe place And make a cozy nest And rest until I am ready for Sunshine and faces and Then I am ready again to make Smiles And art And dinner. |
Logan S.I am fun and friendly.
I wonder if I will have a lot of friends. I hear my friends laughing when they play something happy. I see my friends playing with me. I want to have lots of fun with my family. I want friendship and happiness. I am fun and friendly. I pretend to be a bounty hunter hunting down enemies. I feel happy and great inside when I'm at the carnival. I touch happiness and fun. I worry that lots of people hate mea nd don't like me. I cry when people hurt me and mock me. I am fun and friendly. I understand that friendship can be found. I say that there could be creatures on different planets in the universe. I dream about where there is candy everywhere. I try to make an effort in math even though it's hard. I hope that I can get lots of Legos. I am fun and friendly. |
Xavierre W.I am awesome and goofy.
I wonder why lava is able to burn you. I hear the sound of video games being played on my house's t.v. I see a best friend always by my side to help me. I want Pokémon black version to play. I am awesome and goofy. I pretend that I am a dragon named Yinyang. I feel brave and able to do anything. I touch something soft and furry. I worry that I might lose Yoshi. I cry when I lose Yoshi. I am awesome and goofy. I understand that Luke is awesome. I say that baby tigers are cute. I dream about funny or scary things. I try to watch new cartoons that I have to stay up to watch. I hope that Yoshi won't rip. I am awesome and goofy. |
Quinn O.I am strong and caring.
I wonder who was the first man when Earth began. I hear plants and animals having life. I see a waterfall with lots of streams. I want a jet pack so I can fly around on it. I am strong and caring. I pretend to be in a magical world. I feel like I am swimming in the ocean. I touch an island I have never touched before. I worry about my family dying. I cry when people are laughing at me. I am strong and caring. I understand how to play different games. I say changing the world is possible. I dream that we can change the world. I try to get good grades in school. I hope the earth will change quickly. I am strong and caring. |
Rachel W.I am open minded and principled.
I wonder why we have brains. I hear nature's songs. I see myself as a rose. I want to have great grades. I am open minded and principled. I pretend I'm homeless so I can build great forts. I feel soft and easy in my heart. I touch my wisdom when I'm thinking. I worry about people who are hurt. I cry when I don't see my real mom. I am open minded and principled. I understand subjects in school. I say nice things about people. I dream about changing the world. I try to work hard in school. I hope I will be a billionaire! I am open minded and principled. |
Jake C.I am smart and caring.
I wonder what it's like to surf. I hear my dad working on his car. I see my sister's Chihuahua running across the room. I want a surfboard. I am smart and caring. I pretend I'm going ziplining. I feel happy when we go to Yellow Pine. I touch the handles of my pit bike. I worry about my guinea pig. I cried when my dog died. I am smart and caring. I understand math. I say nice things to my family. I dream of snowboarding. I try to stay out of trouble. I hope I get another pet. I am smart and caring. |
Carolyn (Chloé's mom)I am passionate and inspired.
I wonder if tolerance is something you can teach, and if it was taught in every class room would it change the world? I hear twinkling stars. I see chocolate waterfalls. I want a world without prejudice. I am passionate and inspired. I pretend to have a fancy English accent. I feel like the stars are sharing secrets with me. I touch the sun's rays as they shine down from the sky. I worry about the fish in the ocean. I cry when animals are mistreated. I am passionate and inspired. I understand that everyday on Earth is a gift to be cherished and celebrated. I say " all you need is love". I dream of freedom and justice for all living creatures. I dream of kissing my childrens' faces. I dream of walking on pink sands with my love. I dream of eating pizza in Italy. I dream of new boots. I try to do the right thing. I hope for health, peace and love. I am passionate and inspired. |
Chloé R.I am creative and kind hearted.
I wonder if ghosts are real. I hear people skiing on a powdery run. I see waves crashing on the beach. I want to live in the Bahamas for six months of the year. I am creative and kind hearted. I pretend to be a rock star. I feel a marshmallow squishing in my hand. I touch a fluffy cloud. I worry about never seeing my family again. I cry when I get hurt. I am creative and kind hearted. I understand that people have to die. I say have a house in the Bahamas. I dream that I'm going to be a famous singer. I try to be a great skier. I hope my family never looks different or dies. I am creative and kind hearted. |
Skyler A.I am very creative and caring.
I wonder what it's like to go sky diving. I hear the beauty of the rushing mountain. I see that Sage is an awesome school. I want a remote control toy car because they are so cool! I am very creative and caring. I pretend that I'm a zebra. I feel that something good is going to happen. I touch my bunny that is so cute. I worry about my life. I cry about getting hurt. I am very creative and caring. I understand that I am nine. I say my friends are nice and awesome. I dream of Candy Island. I try to roller by myself. I hope my mom will get better. I am very creative and caring. |
Tenley Q.I am super and talented.
I wonder how long I will be in a sport. I hear judges writing deductions. I see me in the Olympics. I want to have a gold medal around my neck. I am super and talented. I pretend to always have a friend nearby. I feel like I am always in a gym. I touch my shiny and red, blue, and white leotard. I worry that my grandpa is not going to get better. I cry when one of my family members are in the hospital. I am super and talented. I understand that my grandpa is going to die. I say that some day I will be in Minnesota. I dream that I will be a gold medalist. I try my hardest in my gym meets. I hope that my grandpa will get better. I am super and talented. |
Renae (Piper's mom)I am strong and bold.
I wonder how to speak Arabic. I hear fairy’s wings. I see pixie dust. I want to explore along the beach. I am strong and bold. I pretend to enjoy my household chores. I feel the presence of Peter Pan. I touch his eternal youth. I worry when my kids are sick. I cry every time I watch “Out of Africa”. I am strong and bold. I understand tomorrow will always return. I say Piper will be successful. I dream of peace with four children. I try to challenge myself. I hope for a long, warm Spring. I am strong and bold. |
Piper S.I am an inquirer and blissful.
I wonder if I will go back to the best school. I hear the Spirit's voice. I see leaves falling. I want more stuffed animals. I am an inquirer and blissful. I pretend my stuffed animals are getting married. I feel like a communicator. I touch a book when I'm reading it. I worry my family will become poor. I cry that my dad will lose his job. I am an inquirer and blissful. I understand the Book of Mormon is true. I say I believe in the church. I dream about playing iwth Marisa and Kate. I try and fit in. I hope I get to North Junior High soon. I am an inquirer and blissful. |
Heidi (Molly's mom)I am strong and motivated.
I wonder how far I will go today. I hear the creek trickling down the hill. I see the footprints of past attempts. I want to make it to the top of the world. I am strong and motivated. I pretend that it is easy. I feel doubt inside. I touch my inner strength. I worry I will fail. I cry that success will never be achieved. I am strong and motivated. I understand how steps move us forward. I say let us direct them toward our dreams. I dream of crossing the finish line. I hope to have the courage to cross again. I am strong and motivated. |
Molly E.I am outstanding and independent.
I wonder how hail forms into little beads of ice. I hear soccer balls being kicked into the goal. I see people skiing back and forth on snow. I want to make it to sectionals; the biggest swim meet in Seattle. I am outstanding and independent. I pretend that I am a rock star. I feel that words are very valuable. I touch a cloud that all my dreams are in. I worry that a fire will happen and all of our stuff will be burned. I cry about leaving my parents. I am outstanding and independent. I understand how to ski. I say I can run 5 miles. I dream that one day I will become a vet. I try to make it to the biggest swim meet. I hope that one day all my dreams will come true. I am outstanding and independent. |
Jeff (Luke's dad)I am an adrenaline junky that enjoys activities that involve fast rhythmic motion.
I wonder how many earth like planets are out beyond our stars. I hear that man blowing his breath to create our wind, cough. I see the trees' branches shaking hands. I want to ride, hike, run and snowboard on all 7 continents. I am an adrenaline junky that enjoys activities that involve fast, rhythmic motion. I pretend to take the power out of the legs of other bike riders when I pass them. I feel goose bumpy when I think about life (little green guys) outside of our solar system. I worry that many people around the world will get hurt by unhappy people. I cry because my dad is young and very sick. I am an adrenaline junky that enjoys activities that involve fast, rhythmic motion. I understand that all important tasks and pleasures have to be chased with uncompromised passion. I say “last time I saw a face like that it had a hook in it”, to my fish face kids. I dream of a life that is unbalanced in the direction of fun, play and travel. I try to show my two mop head kids that there is a need to be responsible and a need for happy fun. I hope those same two mop head boys become caring, passionate, unique and successful individuals. I am an adrenaline junky that enjoys activities that involve fast, rhythmic motion. Kirsten (Luke's mom)I am the mother of Ian and Luke.
I wonder what I will be when I grow up. I hear snow falling softly at night, tickling the trees, and blanketing the mountains. I see good in all people. I want a Cappuccino maker. Really. Because it reminds me of sitting in a European café. And vanilla lattes are like happiness in a glass. I am the mother of Ian and Luke. I pretend that it might be possible for dogs to talk. I feel like animals have a soul. I touch the sky when I am going fast downhill on my bicycle or my snowboard. I worry that after I am gone, my children and their children won’t have a world to live in because my generation was irresponsible. I cry when I think of others less fortunate than me. I am the mother of Ian and Luke. I understand that I will never be able to see all the wonders of the world, but I hope to see a few. I have seen many already, like dolphins swimming in the ocean sunrise, and my children taking their first steps. I say that all people are, deep down somewhere, even if they don’t show it, truly good. Sometimes, you just have to look harder. I dream of magic, the Harry Potter kind, and wish sometimes for a bit of magic in my life. I try to teach my children to be passionate, empathetic, and caring toward others and themselves. I hope that someday, someone will feel that I have made a difference by being on this Earth. I am the mother of Ian and Luke. |
Luke W.I am awesome and cheerful.
I wonder how the world started. I hear the sound of my DS going beep beep. I see fantastic, fun, crazy games that are happy. I want Pokémon Black and White. I am awesome and cheerful. I pretend to play games. I feel great and fantastic when I'm at the fair. I touch the air and the trees. I worry that my dad will get hurt riding his motorcycle. I cry when I lose my stuffed buffalo. I am awesome and cheerful. I understand how to do math. I say I believe in the future. I dream about playing hockey. I try to do my chores. I hope I will see the futre. I am awesome and cheerful. |
Cari (Sophia's Mom)I am thoughtful and deliberate.
I wonder about people from ancient times and far-away places. I hear the quiet swish of pages turning. I see the ruins of their buildings and tombs. I want to know more and learn more about everything around me. I am thoughtful and deliberate. I pretend that I am on an archaeology dig in Turkey. I feel excited to find buried things. I touch the dust of years. I worry that we won’t realize our dreams. I cry when I think about losing my parents, with all their love and wisdom. I am thoughtful and deliberate. I understand that change is the only constant. I say love, family, and personal integrity are the highest ideals. I dream of growing old and having hundreds of books and rocks and seashells and stories to tell grandchildren. I delight in simplicity . I hope to have grace and wisdom. I am thoughtful and deliberate. |
Sophia F.I am joyful and unique.
I wonder why there are four seasons. I hear the trees' branches rustling in teh wind. I see the beautiful dolphins splashing around in the clear water. I want a swimming pool because my favorite thing to do is swim. I am joyful and unique. I pretend to be a dog. I feel happy that my mom is happy. I touch the crystal clear water. I worry my family is going to give away the house. I cry when I miss my dad. I am joyful and unique. I understand that dinosaurs are 65 million years old, maybe even older! I say that magic is real. I dream I had a gorgeous Christmas. It was really fun. I try to do better in exercise. I hope that I get a good home if I move. I am joyful and unique. |
Amy (Blake's mom)I am a mother, your mother.
I wonder how I am so lucky to be that person. I hear your laughter, your jokes, your frustration and tears. I see you growing and changing becoming a young man. I want you to become the man of your dreams. I am your mother and I love you. I pretend you’ll never grow up sometimes. I feel proud each time you try your best, even if you don’t get it the first time. I touch your hand and feel your tenderness and caring. I worry about being the best Mommy for you, teaching you the best lessons. I cry when you are sad or worried. I am your mother and I love you. I understand one day you may want to leave and explore this beautiful world. I say, “Never, ever give up your heart's dreams they are there for a reason”. I dream of the day I watch you with your children, I know you will be a great daddy. I try to enjoy each and every moment with you, be there with you so I can remember it later. I hope you will feel how much I truly care about you and love you. I am your mother and I love you. |
Blake P.I am very nice and cool.
I wonder what happens when the Earth's water goes away. I hear dragons roaring, dogs barking, and Beyblades hitting each other. I see a big swimming pool at Roaring Springs Water Park. I want Beyblades, friends, and monkeys. I am very nice and cool. I pretend that I am an army man. I feel my head get dizzy sometimes. I touch my family and pets. I worry about my sister and my two brothers. I cry about my pets that died. I am very nice and cool. I understand math and reading. I say some stupid things sometimes but I don't mean it. I dream scary things. I try to build cars with wood. I hope that my great grampy grows to be 100. I am very nice and cool. |
Amber (Caitlin's Mom)I am caring & playful.
I wonder why money doesn’t grow on trees. I hear the leaves blowing in the wind. I see teddy bears up in the clouds. I want to open a coffee shop up in Cascade. I am caring & playful. I pretend to be the tickle monster. I feel silly. I touch something squashy. I worry about my kiddos. I cry when I think of my dad. I am caring & playful. I understand love at first sight is possible. I say mama knows best by using her intuition. I dream of going to a white sandy beach with my hubby. I try to be a good role model for my children. I hope that I teach my children right from wrong. I am caring & playful. |
Caitlin K.I am little and adorable.
I wonder how caterpillars turn into butterflies. I hear a rattle of a rattlesnake in the bushes. I see a butterfly that looks like a rainbow. I want a Jeep so I can go to Moab. I am little and adorable. I pretend to be a ballerina. I feel God is next to me. I touch the sand on a beach. I worry I'm not going to have a long life. I cry when my brother pinches me. I am little and adorable. I understand why books have pictures. I say I will be a good wife forever. I dream that I will live forever. I try to make this world a better place. I hope I am a good student. I am little and adorable. |
Colleen (Claudia's mom)I am spirited and innovative.
I wonder if I'll do all the things I have planned in life. I hear the sound of gravel crunching under my shoes. I want my daughters to love each other. I am spirited and innovative. I pretend to be happy even when I'm not. I feel peace when loved ones put their arms around me. I touch my childrens' hair even though they hate it. I worry that I don't play or laugh enough. I cry when I let myself focus on the negative. I am spirited and innovative. I understand HOW to cook but not how to ENJOY it. I say the wrong thing at the wrong time regularly. I dream that one day I'll see my girls running and singing together. I try to keep my chin up when life throws me down. I hope my family will always be this close. I am spirited and innovative. |
Claudia M.I am cute and wild.
I wonder why we can't soar through the air like a bird. I hear horses' hooves making contact with the ground. I see myself laughing about nothiing. I want a coned guinea pig. I am cute and wild. I pretend to cry when I feel like it. I feel light like a feather when I'm calm. I touch something fluffy when I'm relaxing. I worry my grandpa's going to die. I cry about how my great grandparents died. I am cute and wild. I understand why we need water. I say life is important to everyone. I dream about a good life in a good world. I try to be a good person. I hope we all are principled people. I am cute and wild. |
Jeremiah A.I am awesome and cool.
I wonder why there are Venus Flytraps, and why elephants are big. I hear a waterfall in my dream, and I hear the ocean when I put a conch shell up to my ear. i see a leprechan in my garden and I see an awesome movie. I want a rabbit, and 23 guinea pigs. I am awesome and cool. I pretend that I have an XBox 360. I feel like someone's with me when I'm alone. I touch a porcupine when I'm sad. I worry about my guinea pigs cuase my dog could eat them. I cry when my brother hurts me. I am awesome and cool. I understand math cause I'm good at it. I say I am awesome. I dream happy dreams cause I am happy. I try to ride a skateboard because I can't. I hope for an action figure from Halo Reach. I am awesome and cool. |
Mairin M.I am bright and funny.
I wonder if people see me like I see myself. I hear the flap of birds' wings in a pack. I see the sun shining in my face. I want to go to college. I am bright and funny. I pretend I'm a princess. I feel unique from others. I touch soft blankets on my skin. I worry that I won't live my life. I cry when I'm hurt. I am bright and funny. I understand human nature. I say that I make my own decisions. I dream that I'm famous. I try to be patient. I hope that all wars will be over. I am bright and funny. |
Miss KileyI am determined and caring.
I wonder what the future holds for me. I hear the doors of opportunity swinging wide open. I see my future laid out in front of me vast and winding. I want to be a positive force in the lives of others. I am determined and caring. I pretend that I have it all together. I feel inadequate most of the time. I touch the lives of many and hope to leave no scars. I worry that I will never feel accomplished. I cry when these feelings all come bubbling to the surface. I am determined and caring. I understand that I can only do my best. I say that I will be reflective and make change. I dream of a day when everything will be as it should be. I try with all my might each and every day. I hope that the right path will become clear. I am determined and caring. |