This Edition's Theme: Closing Off Our Year

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ELL Corner: The Voices of Our ESL Students 

Hang In There

Hours turn to months in this unfamiliar place, 

All the new names and every new face. 

Nine months have passed since I left my old home, 

Growing through days where I feel all alone.

Introverted and quiet, I stay in my shell, 

Nervous that silence is all I can sell.

Trying to hide when I’m feeling so small, 

Hearing my mom say, "Stand proud and stand tall." 

Eating or laughing, I fear they will judge, 

Rooted in shadows, too frightened to nudge. 

Every day is a battle, a nightmare, a fear,

But then I remember why I am still here. 

ESL with Mrs. Musaeva feels safe and so kind, 

Leaving the worries and ghosts far behind. 

I’ll start with a "Hi" or a smile or a nod, 

Even if being myself feels quite odd.

Voicing a question, just one little step, 

Easing the promises that I have kept.

I realize now that they aren't watching me,

 Nobody's perfect, as far as I see.

Yesterday’s tired look wasn't meant to be mean, 

Opening up to a world yet unseen. 

Under these skies, I will find my own way, 

Rising with courage, a bit more each day. 

Small steps are enough to start something new, 

Every beginning is hard to get through. 

Life may be tough, but I’m learning my worth, 

Finding my place on this brand-new earth.