requirements:
WRITING AN "I USED TO BE..." POEM
Example 3
Once I was smooth and soft
a baby not knowing,,
reaching and striving for the future.
Now I am old, wrinkled,
full of knowledge,
reaching for youth,
ready to share.
tc
Before you begin to follow the steps outlined on the printout page PRINTOUTS
take time to read the examples below.

Think of two objects that could symbolize (stand for) yourself. One to stand for the way you used to be when you were younger, and one to represent the way you think you are now. (Look at the example poems to see what symbols other students have used to represent themselves.)

Once you've decided on the two symbols you will use, write your poem by following the steps on the printout page. PRINTOUTS

Example 1
I used to be
A caterpillar,
Inching along.
But now I am
A butterfly,
Floating free
Example 2
Once I was
An empty notebook.
Waiting. . .
For a pen,
A poet to complete me.
Now I'm simply
A heap of crumpled notes
Waiting for
The janitor .