Guest blog: "I Am"

When Mrs. Sena gave her eighth grade English class an assignment, it became more than just a simple poetry exercise for 14-year-old Jenna Spencer. Jenna poured her heart and soul into her writing, working through not only the poetry assignment but reliving the sorrow and pain of the day 4-month-old Tyson was put to sleep.
Not only did the exercise give Jenna an opportunity to work through her grief, it opened a new outlet for her and she has embraced writing and poetry because of Mrs. Sena's class.
The death of a beloved pet is never easy but beyond grief, “I Am,” conveys love and loss through the eyes of youth in a way that touches the soul.
And through Tyson's death, Jenna found a voice – And a beautiful voice it is.

Please take a moment to read "I Am," by Jenna Spencer

The poem "I Am," and accompanying photograph are the property of Jenna Spencer, submitted exclusively for use by In Search of Ponies, www.insearchofponies.blogspot.com