Katie’s Bio
Katie has been a student of Noorthoek Academy for 6 years. She is an active member of the Creative Writing class and has a monthly column in a local newspaper. Katie loves to work on her weaving loom, writing, and reading books. She is proud to have her own apartment where she cooks delicious meals. Katie also participates in Special Olympics playing basketball and volleyball.
Katie’s Poetry
Speak Kindness
Words have power.
Once they leave your lips,
they can’t be taken back.
Words can hurt.
I always tried to fit in
but I often felt just too different.
Sometimes I get teased.
It hurts when people don’t see me
as smart, strong, and creative.
Words can heal.
I am encouraged when I hear
that I am a good friend,
a good writer,
and a hard worker.
My family loves me just the way I am.
Everyone deserves respect.
We can start by spreading kind words.
Soul of China
Uplifting
Peaceful
Rushing waves
Gentle like a river
Drums echoing
Filling my heart
Winds moaning
Stars twinkling
In the night rain
Butterfly Valley
Beautiful and graceful
butterflies
landing on flowers.
Delicate creatures.
Bright colors
of Butterfly Valley
fill the deep blue skies.
Elephants on Parade
Elephants on a parade
stampeding heavily
in a single file.
Trumpeting loudly
echoing through the valley.
Heavy feet thundering
crashing through the trees.
Reaching Out
I remember how it feels
To be excluded.
Left out.
I wanted to fit in.
Having a disability
means I am just like you.
I want to be included
and seen.
I am trying to reach out to you.
It isn’t always easy.
Peaceful Walk
Going for a walk.
Sunshine on my back,
cool breezes through the trees
lifts my spirits.
Walking with my friends,
in the fresh air.
My Friend
My friend Angela.
Sweet and loyal.
Always caring.
Makes me smile.
She is always there for me.
Memories of my friend,
make me laugh.
My friend, Angela Langston
Dreaming of Fame
I dream of being a famous writer and speaker.
Using my voice and pen to share
my world with others.
I am well on my way as a columnist
for the Grand Haven Tribune.
Endless Sea
Ocean deep.
Place of beauty
and fear.
Fish swimming
frantically.
Undertow
pushing the force of
the waves.
Endless sea.
Beauty and fear.
Beautiful Life
My beautiful life
is made of family and friends
who support me in all I do.
Treasured gifts.
I feel safe.
My beautiful life
in Grand Haven walking downtown,
watching Christmas lights at night,
glittering like crystals.
So peaceful.
My beautiful life
is at Gracious Grounds with people
who love me like family.
Special friends.
I feel content.
Waiting for Spring
Gray skies.
Black trees.
No color.
Birds go south.
Waiting for spring.
Separation
Torn apart...
Memories lost
The smell of ash
lingers in the air.
Rubble under my feet.
Feeling lost.
Nature
Deep blue
as the ocean
with dark clouds above.
Bursting with colors,
turning purple and indigo.
I’m mesmerized by its beauty.
Raindrops
falling peacefully
on my windowsill.
A light mist
on the grass and flowers.
I love the rain.
Watching flowers grow.
Nature.
Sun Bathing
Waves crashing
on the beach.
The sun on my back.
Dancing in the sunlight.
Catching a peaceful tan
Wash!
Wash our hands and bodies,
keep our bodies healthy.
Our minds need rest.
Wash away all the germs.
Kill COVID-19!
Connected
Call a friend,
write a letter,
stay connected.
iPads and cell phones,
keep my writing alive.
Spread love to everyone.
Stay Healthy
Wash hands, exercise.
Challenge our minds.
Be creative and entertained.
Wash the germs away!
Stay healthy and safe.
Love
Love is beautiful.
Being with the one I love.
I feel loved.
Safe.
I love my friends.
We laugh and smile.
We have fun.
Joy.
Love is divine.
Life is love.
I feel loved.
Protected.