Vanessa, Originally from Haiti, International High School of Prospect Heights

“Who am I”

I am a girl who loves to shine
Shine like a star whether things are up and down
I feel alive when the wind blew on my face
Who am I

You can reach for the stars if you try hard
My body sway to the rhythm
I’m the beat to your feet
I’m the light in the shadow
Who am I

I am my own element, no one can change that
You can add, subtract, multiply, divide and even simplify
You won’t get another me.

I’m not a pair of fitting jeans
Or a wardrobe to begin with
I take the lead not to follow
I’m the air you breathe

The light who shines upon you
The fire who burns
The water through your system.
I’m the beat and rhythm to your soul
Who am I