BABY BLUE

Valarie Aguilar

St. Patrick Academy

Life would be nothing without baby blue being present in the daylight sky. Baby blue is the baby of the family of colors. Baby blue is shy, but goes with the flow. In every painting and every picture, baby blue is always there. Most colors rely on baby blue. Whenever baby blue is around, the other colors spark with gratitude. They are grateful that baby blue is there to make the painting come alive. Baby blue is always there to make everyone’s day feel innocent like a baby.

Where I Am From

Racquel Albuquerque

Lincoln High School

I am from the sharp smelling pine trees that circle my house, From the crashing waterfall that is up my street. I am from the sweaty soccer cleats and shin guards, From the bruises that come with the game.

I am from the laughter of kids playing at the playground, From the creaking sounds of swings.

I am from the yelling and fighting with my siblings, From the tears that lead to hugs. I am from cannonballs into the pool, From the huge splashes they make.

I am from the thrilling days with friends, From the exhausting sleepovers.

I am from the frustrating nights of homework, From the long hours of thinking. I am from the silence of my room, From the comfort of my bed.

I am from the vibrant colors of acrylic paints, From the blank canvases to beautiful works of art.

I am from the savory smells of home cooked meals, From the set dinner table at Nonna’s house on Sundays.

I am from these moments, And wonder if I would be the same without them.