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Through A Child’s Eyes

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Through A Child’s Eyes

The mind of a child, so gentle and free

Slow down for awhile and like them you’ll see.

The glass is half-full, the milk doesn’t spill

You can do all you desire, if you make it your will.

Happiness comes from a picnic in the park

Your Scooby-Doo light that glows in the dark.

Your mom takes your hand and she holds you tight

Love so devoted, she doesn’t let you out of sight.

Life knocks you down, but you get up and go

Unscathed by the world, your feelings show.

You speak your mind and you stand up tall

You can be anything you want; you can have it all.

Somewhere along the journey your path gets cut

And in your face, a door slammed shut.

You lose yourself as you find your way

Sometimes you’re alone at the end of the day.

At times there is sorrow, but joy comes around

Nothing more precious than a child’s sound.

A little laugh will carry you through despair

A small hug show how much that they care.

Soon you’ll remember what it was like

Trading your tricycle in for a bike.

Eating ice cream as it dripped down your face

Crossing the line as you finish a race.

When it’s not life that matters but what matters in life

You’ll begin to see the joy turned from strife.

Tears will fall less often, you’ll become a fighter

The dreary days you have will become much brighter.

So, live and let loose, go a little wild

Just don’t forget what it was like to be a child.

~ Jennifer R. W. Vargas

May 11, 2009

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You Are the Difference

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You Are the Difference
You start out young, full of questions and full of life
As you grow, you experience hardships and strife.
Your joyous demeanor, tainted by life’s cruel twist
How quickly things can change, like a flick of a wrist.
The path you were on, no longer feels right
Your life’s trajectory altered from added insight.
The priorities you had, no longer rank among the top
The thoughts running through your head never seem to stop.
You put on a brave face, but there’s pain deep inside
Your smile often covers the emotions you try to hide.
Yet under the sadness, a heart of compassion exists
Your caring nature did not dissolve, it still persists.
The difference you make, you often downgrade
You touch lives without realizing the impact you’ve made.
You bring people together, your light finds a way to shine
You bring joy to others, you’ve brought happiness to mine.
The hugs you offer are filled with warmth and love
Your intuitive understanding your friends think the world of.
You matter to those, you would not have even guessed
Yet they hold you dear, for their lives you have blessed.
Don’t underestimate your worth, you matter more than you know
The relationship we’ve started, I hope continues to grow.
You’re gentle and kind, your patience knows no bound
I’m thankful to God, in you, a kindred spirit I’ve found.
So remember this day and in the days to come
You’ve helped who I am and who I will become.
Your smile isn’t as grim as you thought
Your goals in life can still be sought.
Happiness will come in waves and dry patches
And life can still rise up from the ashes.
Hard times will still come, but you won’t be alone
I’ll stay by your side, through all the unknown.
So believe when I say you matter so much
And mine’s not the only life you will touch.
Keep your heart open and more love will come in
You have more strength than you know deep within.

~ Jennifer R. W. Vargas

April 30, 2020


For Mary, who makes more of a difference than she knows. Who made a huge difference in my life and who I will always remember with love and kindness. May she continue to touch others.

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No Greater Treasure

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No Greater Treasure

There is something so innocent about a newborn fawn
Something so majestic about the daybreak at dawn.
Nothing more amazing than a child’s first word
Or the feeling of validation when someone is heard.
The pride one gains when they accomplish a task
The freedom felt, when emotions don’t need a mask.
There is so much beauty the world has to hold
So much to learn, that can’t simply be told.
An enormous amount of love to be found
Kindness and generosity are all around.
At times in this beautiful world, we face the dark
Yet in those times, we meet people who make a mark.
Those who shine their light when there is none
That is the majesticness of the night to the sun.
Their light cannot be hidden, neither can their heart
Those are the kind of friendships you long to start.
A glimmer of light that can help you find your way
A peaceful soul and confidant that brings joy to each day.
When you find someone who blesses your life beyond measure
You hold them close, for there’s no greater treasure.
That light you possess, won’t easily fade
Nor the impression on my heart you have made.
I won’t easily forget the compassion you show
The kindness and warmth, you allow me to know.
You bring happiness to each day that had none in store
You open up hearts that had been closed off before.
Thank you for opening up your arms and welcoming me in
The opportunity to know you, what a blessing it has been.

~ Jennifer R. W. Vargas

November 2016

For Rebecca, who is always honest, fair, true, and loving.

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The Essence of a Nurse

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It’s often rare to meeting someone so far into the career that they haven’t become cynical or lost that spark that lead them to become a nurse. Nursing leadership can be difficult and it takes a special person to still have a heart of empathy and compassion after so many years of service.

The Essence of a Nurse
The season was fall and the journey was new
Surroundings intimidating, but then there was you.
Your smile offered warmth, amidst the cold
Your personality soft, yet not afraid to be bold.
You know how to lead, but to also be kind
A trait in everyone, we don’t always find.
A nurse provides no judgment with their care
Treats everyone equal, just, and fair.
Times arise when there’s a difficult case
But a nurse doesn’t waiver, no matter what they face.
When problems arise and we need somewhere to turn
You offer an opportunity for growth and to learn.
A safe place to unload whatever has us worried
To solve any problems without being hurried.
The mind is at ease when there’s someone we can confide
Who cares for each worker and fights on their side.
A place of authority can often push others away
Yet instead of alienation, you’re the sun in each day.
Your door is always open and so is your heart
Never lose that spark that sets you a part.
You’re kind and compassionate, loving and true
We’re thankful to have a nurse as wonderful as you!

~ Jennifer R. W. Vargas

November 2016

For Brenda. This poem was inspired by a wonderful nurse in my life. I hope you find other nurses who fit the mold.