Josh N.

A Deep Breath

I feel at peace
walking through a field
of tulips
like candles burning brightly.

Springtime flowers blossoming.
Sun shines over a garden of
red, orange, yellow, green, and purple.
Windmills spinning a nature sound.

Birds singing.
People walking.
Perfume fills the air
as I fill my lungs with breath.
I am at peace in the outdoors.

Colors

Brown-
The color of cookies
smooth and creamy.
Strong and sturdy.

Pink-
The color of a pomelo
sweet, juicy, and pink inside.
Stand up to cancer.

Blue-
The color of blueberries.
My favorite morning snack
in muffins and yogurt.

Green-
The color of a sour apple
crunchy and crisp.
Pine trees smell like Christmas.

Orange-
The color of summer
warm, happy, and fun.
Bright sun and orange juice.

Red-
The color of strawberries
Freshly picked and juicy.
Smells like heaven.

Fitting In

It’s hard to understand
What it feels like to have a disability.
We don’t always fit in with the world.
Words can make me feel useless
bringing my spirit down.
I wish that people tried to understand
and experience our world.
Little things like saying “hi, how are you?”
goes a long way
To feeling accepted,
part of the team,
and a contributor to society.
Positive words mean respect.

Everyday Courage

Doctors have courage.
They see sick people
during the pandemic.
Officers have courage.
They protect people and
risk their own lives
to keep everyone safe.
Red is the color of courage,
representing blood shed
and a brave heart.

Missing Grandpa

One summer night
I had a dream of
my grandpa
who loved me so much.
He lit up a room
wherever he was.
I feel sad
knowing that he is gone.

Only One Home

Our world
is where we live
and join with each other.
So many beautiful things to see,
birds, flowers and beaches.
People should remember,
we have only one home
to take care of.
Look how important it is.

We'll Be Fine

I really don’t get to see
my friends or cousins.
Always washing my hands,
using sanitizer to keep
the virus away.
Waiting to spend holidays
together again.
We’ll all be fine.

Forever Memories

Good times with my
Grandpa and Grandma.
Thinking of their smiles
makes me happy.
They are forever in my heart.

Achievement

Set a goal.
Work hard for what
you set your mind to.
Don’t give up on your dream.
Make it come true.

Look at Me

Autism makes it difficult to
tell someone what you want.
It’s hard to get the words out.
It’s not easy to make friends.
You never know if they
will make fun of you.
When you become my friend,
I will really care about you.
I will have your back
no matter what.
Don’t look at my disability,
look at me.

A Real Hero

Doctors risk their lives
to save people from
diseases.
My doctor is kind,
understanding and
brave.
A real hero.

A Journey

My first Covid vaccine.
There is a light
at the end of the
tunnel.

Wouldn't It Be Nice?

A world where we act with
consideration toward each other.
Show respect to our fellow beings.
Be grateful for all we have and
keep our words kind and uplifting.
A healthy society...
Wouldn’t it be nice?

Good Start

Move around.
Get in shape.
Live a wonderful life.
Keep a healthy mind.
Change myself,
make good choices.
Not easy to do but
trying is a good start.