Michelle’s Bio
Michelle has been a student at Noorthoek Academy for 11 years. She is a fan of country music and always had a dream to see Toby Keith in concert.
Michelle’s Poetry
A Gift
My eyes are a gift.
I look into the faces of my loved ones
to witness their growth and emotions.
I see nature’s beauty
and experience the natural world’s splendor.
I notice colors and art all around.
Intricate details to be admired.
Observing the stars and the universe,
I am reminded of the wonders of the cosmos.
Seeing my personal achievements
and milestones
is empowering.
The fruits of my labor.
Experiencing Italy
Greetings, from Rome,
the most beautiful place on Earth.
Meeting the pope
was a highlight of my trip.
Pope Francis is kind
and said a prayer with me.
Famous buildings and art
everywhere.
Good Ole USA
A place where anyone is able to work
make money,
help themselves to be secure.
A place where everyone
is able to go to school
and is allowed freedom of speech.
A Beautiful Place
Always happy,
no fear or tears.
No death.
No glasses,
walkers, canes or
wheelchairs.
My foster brother Mark,
my foster parents and
my grandparents are there.
I will hear the
angels and saints singing.
The air will be fresh and clean.
God is preparing
a place for me in Heaven
and it is beautiful.
I Blossomed
My Dad gave me
up for adoption.
It was hard.
My Mom didn’t know and
I didn’t know where I was.
I was eight years old.
I found my Mom.
I understood what happened
and I looked for relief.
After counseling,
I didn’t feel angry anymore.
I grew up, got married and
became independent.
Like a beautiful flower,
I blossomed.