Children
we realize
behind those eyes
lies a universe of
possibility
My granddaughter, Micah, age 2.
As educators, writers, human beings…let us not fail to see the value and potential of every child.
Let us not fail to help them see.
With thanks to two fellow Slicers in the daily March challenge:
Margaret Simon, for continous inspiration with the elfchen or “elevenie” poem form; and Thomas Ferrebee, for the phrase “universe of possiblities” in his post yesterday, describing a Chilean rhubarb plant.
With special thanks to my precious Micah-roni for exponentially expanding my universe, and who spent all day Tuesday with me, which explains the brevity of this post.
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Composed for Day 6 of the Slice of Life Story Challenge with Two Writing Teachers
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What a cutie pie!
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Thanks, Natalie – this photo cracks me up. She’s 2 going on 20, lol.
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P.S. I know my profile pic is very tiny, but: In it I am holding Micah, one day old. ❤
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Age 2 – such a time for exploration and discovery. Have fun with your grandkid. She’ll grow fast.
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Every moment with her is magical – I seize every opportunity. And then I have to go lie down!
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Wow. Those are some big eyes. They could hold a LOT of possiibiilitiies. It would be hard not to write about that photo.
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There is so much said in the few words. A lifetime of wonder in her eyes. Can’t they just melt your heart with one look?!
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She is adorable, Fran. The poem captures everything! I’m glad it was first, because it directed my own eyes to hers after I finished reading. And it was like the poem got a photo-charged boost of meaning and some goosebumps from the magnitude and power of the truth in your poem. Oh, sweet Micah-roni. She is a doll.
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I love this “attitudinal” photo of her – those big eyes sear my soul, let me tell you. My husband says she’s so like me; that fills my heart to nearly bursting. She’s very attached to me and I treasure every blessed moment with her.
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Brief and powerful. What a beautiful poem and a stunning photograph of your little one.
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Thank you so much for your words!
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Superb poem and such good photo. I need to write about my youngest grandson in a slice. He’s 21 months… his life is all about diggers and tools. I would love a granddaughter one day…?!
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I remember your beautiful grandson! I will “secretly” pray for a little granddaughter for you, Lord willing. After raising two sons, I am loving every minute of granddaughters! Thank you for these words.
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I love how both the picture and your poem seem to focus on those eyes. This is precious!
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The eyes definitely have it – lol! And so much is going on in those brains behind them. Thank you for your words.
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I think that’s why I still enjoy subbing…for these moments when I see a sparkle in someone’s eyes…a universe of possibilities. Love that! :)
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Thank you, Debbie! Those students are so fortunate when you come to sub 🙂
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LOOK AT THAT FACE! I mean…BEAUTIFUL.
And I don’t know if it was your plan, but I love the way you put the word “children” by itself on the first line. Is the poem talking about children? Or is this addressed to them? Whether it was your intention or just a happy surprise, I enjoyed the ambiguity.
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Thank you, Lainie – she’s certainly beautiful to me! The elfchen form requires one word in the first and last lines, with a connection; I really wanted to write about the universe of possibility that every child carries, shining from their eyes. I kept to the line word count and pushed the standard descriptors a little.
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There is an infinite pool in those wide eyes, to be sure. And yes, there is possibility for all students. I am blessed to have worked with amazing teachers who never thought otherwise.
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