Family Poem Tell me what does family means to you Is it all the little special things one another do Or is it the bond that one another has Maybe it's the love from one generation to another one it pass Family is more than a six letter word It is a word that often need to be heard Family is more than relatives they are friends Friend that will stick with you to the very very end A family bond is stronger than ever Because it can overcome any stormy weather A family stands tall no matter how hard they fall Uniting as one when their backs against the wall That is simply what a family do Helping you become a better you So when you think about the word family Think beyond just the background history Like they say a empty house is not a home And a true faithful family never stands alone Jeanette Matthews I chose this poem because it connects to the poem by representing the unconnected bonds forged through shared experience and love. It showed the strength of family lies in its ability to stick together and always be by each other's side. It shows families warmth and compassion when times are tough and that they will always be there for you. Personification- Personification is In line 12 it says “Uniting as one when their backs against the wall” the figurative language is personification. It shows the whole family as one person with their back against the wall. This shows unity and resilience and never leaving each other behind. Hyperbole-In line 9 it says A family bond is stronger than ever “A family bond is stronger than ever” the figurative language is hyperbole. It shows the strength and connection between the family and the tight bond they have. Metaphor-In line 11 it says “A family stands tall no matter how hard they fall” is a metaphor. It shows the family as a whole support system. Which shows balance and stability within the family and always getting back up and never giving up. The theme is a representation of endurance, love, and family, unity and resilience and standing together no matter how hard the challenge. This shows that family will always stick together and never leave each other's side. No matter how hard the challenge or obstacle. My Family I think and write about them often… but how would I define my family? Are we a novel that adds a new chapter everyday… or an endless ever-changing symphony? As I've observed my family for 70 years… enduring our losses….cherishing our growth… I imagine the answer to what is my family… is a little bit of both. Each day my family pens another page of our story an adventure, to us, divine… It might be filled with laughter, tears, joy or sorrow… as our characters intertwine. Each day my family adds another sheet of music some new lyrics or a melody… that, in spite of our varied notes and styles creates its own harmony. Yes, each day I am blessed to be a member of this family to read another page or listen to our ever-changing melody. To be part of a family that to this day is magically transcending…. our story…never finished…. our music…never ending. Jim Yerman I chose this poem because it connects to the theme by showing that family is more than just people related by blood, but instead an adventure of laughter, tears, joy and history. It shows how family is much more greater and valuable than most things and that everyday is a sheet of music. And that the story of the family will never finish. Metaphor-In line 2-3 the text says “Are we a novel that adds a new chapter everyday, or an endless ever-changing symphony?” This type of figurative language is a metaphor. It compares the family to a novel with no end and a never ending symphony. This shows that everyday a new chapter unfolds in the family's life, or each day they create a new, but never ending melody. Personification-In line 9 the text says “Each day my family pens another page of our story” the type of figurative language this is, is personification. It gives the family the qualities of a pen which attribute to them writing their own story. This shows the family making their own narrative in their life and decisions. Imagery-In line 11 the text says “It might be filled with laughter, tears, joy or sorrow” the type of figurative language is imagery. This shows how the family goes through emotions together, and that each day has something different. It tells the reader that each day has something different, and unique to offer to their story. The theme of this poem revolves around the story of family and the enduring of family bonds. It explores the idea of family being a continuous story, or journey. The theme celebrates the resilience, interconnection, and relationships throughout the family. Tribute Poem In the heart's home, family binds us tight, Through laughter and tears, they shine like light. With love that's endless, they guide our way, In every moment, they make your day In their embrace, we find our strength, Together we conquer any length. Through stormy weather or sunny skies, Family stands strong, never telling lies. They cheer us when we are about to fold, With open arms, their warmth we hold. Forever cherished, in our hearts they stay, Family, our rock, in every single way. Asher Lee The reason I wrote this poem is to express how family influences me and what I think about. It shows how family is important, and caring. It tells the reader that family will always be there for you and never against you even when we feel like it. It tells us how they will help and encourage you to do your best. Metaphor-In line 1 the text says “In the heart's home, family binds us tight” this type of figurative language is a metaphor. A metaphor is a figurative language that compares two like things. This metaphor compares a family to a loving home, and that family feels most secure there. This helps the reader understand that family is protective, and loving. Simile-In line 2 the text says “Through laughter and tears, they shine like light” this type of figurative language is a simile. A simile is a figurative language that compares two things using the words like, and as. This compares family happiness to the warmth and brightness of light. This helps the reader understand that family brings warmth and comfort even in difficult times. Rhyme- Throughout the poem it shows many examples of rhyme.Rhyme is the repetition of words that sound the same. This helps the poem have a better flow and overall rhythm. This helps the reader be better engaged with the poem and enhances the poem for the reader. The theme of the poem revolves around enduring love, strength and support provided by family members. The poem celebrates the profound bond that exists within family. In conclusion the theme of this poem is the value of family and the impact they have on our life. The Heart Of Our Family It is the thing I most admire. You'll never find anything with so much desire, To please everyone and everything. To make you smile, to make you sing. It is so large, It is so full. It's filled with a warmth that never cools. It is ready to expand for anything or anyone Love and acceptance is never done. When anything goes wrong It will be there to stand strong. It pulls us through the floods and fires. It holds us together, Like thick, worthy leather. It's here for me, it's here for you. When you are happy or when you are blue. It is there to create, all of our hope and all of our faith. It is sometimes a fighter, but always a lover. It is the heart of my grandmother. The heart of our family. Alyssa Marquardt The reason I chose this poem is because it relates to the theme by telling the message of making family proud, and happy. How family holds us together, and helps us stand strong even when we are most defeated they will always be there for us. And that they will always stick with us till the end. Metaphor-In line 7 the text says “It's filled with a warmth that never cools” this type of figurative language is metaphor. A metaphor is a figurative language that compares two like things. It compares love to warmth, telling that love provides comfort and reassurance. This tells the reader that love is never ending by stating love never cools. Personification-In line 8 the text says “It is ready to expand for anything or anyone” this type of figurative language is personification. Personification is giving a non human object human characteristics. It compares human qualities to love, implying that love is flexible and accommodating. This tells the reader that love can be in different forms but will always work. Simile-In line 14 the text says “Like thick, worthy leather.” This type of figurative language is a simile. A simile is figurative language that compares two things using the words like, and as. This compares the bond of family to thick leather. This helps the reader know that love holds family bonds firmly and strongly. The theme of this poem revolves around the power and endurance of love. The poem celebrates unconditional love found within families and the inseparable bonds. In conclusion the theme of this poem is the toughness of love and the bond between family. Family Family isn't always born that way, People come into your hearts and stay. It's the moments that you're able to share, And find a way to show how much you care. Family is always in your heart, No matter the miles or years apart. It's the precious moments that last, So that they can be a part of your past. Family makes us who we are, No matter how strange or bizarre. There's a connection that brings them together, With a bond that holds them forever. Jon M. Nelson I chose this poem because it tells you that family comes first and is always in your heart. And that family makes us what we are, and that family will always have a connection with us. They will never separate from us and that bond holds together. Metaphor-In line 1 the text says “Family isn't always born that way” this type of figurative language is a metaphor. A metaphor is a figurative language that compares two like things. This compares the concept of family to birth suggesting that family relationships can be formed in different ways and don't always have to be blood related. This helps the reader know if they are close with someone you can consider them your brother or sister. Personification-In line 5 the text says “Family is always in your heart” this type of figurative language is personification. Personification is giving a non human object human characteristics. This personification attributes human qualities to the concept of family. Telling that the bond with family is deep inside our body. This tells us that family is not only on the outside but also on the inside. Hyperbole-In line 10 the text says “No matter how strange or bizarre” this figurative language is hyperbole. A hyperbole is a great exaggeration to emphasize a point. The poem exaggerates the diversity within families using the word bizarre suggesting that no matter how weird the family connections are, they will always be bound together. Telling the reader that no matter the difference family will always be family. The theme of this poem revolves around the connection and bond between family. The poem celebrates inseparable connection no matter the difference and that there will always be a connection. In conclusion the theme of this poem is bond between family. Family I don't know how I'd survive, without them by my side, when they're with me I can confide, I can always rely, that they'll never lie, they make me so happy, I love them endlessly, although I have a tendency, to storm off angrily, they're the only ones who truly put up with me, so close to me, my dear family. Emily Summers The reason I chose this poem is because it connects to the theme by showing how you need family by your side, and how they will always be there to protect you. And that they will never try to deceive you because they always want the best for you. That is why I chose this poem. In line 10 the text says “they're the only ones who truly put up with me” this is an example of metaphor. This compares the family to individuals who tolerate and accept the writer's flaws and quirks without judgment. This tells the reader that the family unconditionally loves the writer despite her imperfections. In line 3 the text says “when they're with me I can confide’ this is an example of personification. In this line the writer attributes the quality of being able to be comfortable in the family. This tells the reader that the family litions to the writer's problems and she's able to express freely. In line 6 the text says: they make me so happy” this is an example of imagery. This line shows an image of happiness and joy told and experienced by the writer. This can tell the reader that her parents are very nice and have a positive attitude towards her. The theme of this poem revolves around the importance of family love. It shows support and understanding from the parents, and the speaker expresses deep gratitude for this. In conclusion the theme of this poem is positivity and the impact. My Family My family will forever be in my heart, My sister's mean the world to me, More than life, All I ever wanted was a complete family, To have a mother whom I never met, My family will always remain who they are in my heart and soul, My family is more important than my friends and my lover, Family will always come first, Family is family, No matter what they did they'll always remain family. Jennifer Cook The reason I chose this poem is because it connects to the theme by showing family and love. It tells the reader how family is important and valuable. And how family will always come first no matter what. Metaphor-In line 1 the text says “My family will forever be in my heart” this is an example of a metaphor. The line compares the family's presence in the speaker's heart to a lasting and unchanging bond. This helps the reader understand memories, love and influence of family members will be ingrained in the speaker's life. Hyperbole-In line 2 the text says “My sister means the world to me” is an example of hyperbole. The speaker uses hyperbole to exaggerate the importance of her sister as the whole world shows that her sister is a very important character in her life. This can tell the reader that her sister is very significant and has had a huge impact on her. Tone-Tone is the speaker or author's attitude towards the reader. The tone in this poem is grateful and desired. This can tell the reader that she was grateful for her mom and dad, but always desired a complete family with a mother. The theme of this poem centers on the significance of family in her life which had impacted her deeply. The poem emphasizes the enduring bond and unconditional love shared among her father and sister. In conclusion the theme of this poem is support, and love.