Christian Dixon
Mrs. Fraser
Creative writing
8 January 2015
I Am…
I am young, not yet an adult, but no longer a child. I am 17 years old.
I am an artist, always creating, always thinking.
A student in high school, constantly working, trying to find a career to pursue his likeness in art.
I am an octopus, always exploring, innovating, and discovering in way that others do not, doing multiple things at one time.
I am running water, going where I need to be going, whatever way, as long as I’m dedicated.
I am a brother, two two younger children. Fighting, and playing, with no reason, but forced to live together.
I am
A young baobab, growing slowly, only to become a great, tall tree full of age and wisdom, in a dry environment.
A pen, drawing with no direction what so ever, but coming together to make as beautiful picture.
I am like a heron, and do not enjoy being in groups of people for long.
I am modern, owning many new devices, and staying updated with technology.
I am like an otter, and always like to have fun.
I am from the nation of Zulu, and support others in the Race.
I am a huge family, spread across the country, pursuing new dreams.
I am confusing, as most people do not understand how I think.
I am loving, and can never stand to put somebody down.
I am the sum of all of my choices through my life, and that’s what I’ll continue to be.
I enjoyed this, Christian, and I like that you are a bit of a mystery, "confusing" as you put it. I can be the same way, and I know just what you mean about needing groups of people in short doses and long stretches of being alone. I admire your artistic talents and I hope you're able to work your art into your writing in ways you find authentic and fulfilling. I hope the same for your future and career.
ReplyDeleteI really liked the line "I am the sum of all of my choices through my life, and that’s what I’ll continue to be."
ReplyDeleteI hope the sum of your decisions turns out to be good. Looking forward to reading more from you!
I love the octopus and baobab metaphors. The baobab tree is glorious, and I love the description and detail it added to this poem. I also relate 100% to the line about your siblings.
ReplyDeleteI can relate a lot to this entire poem but mostely the last sentence amd the Heron metaphor about not being in a big group od people for long. I am looking forward to reading more from you.
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