March 2023

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Finding Meaning and Purpose During Spring Break


Spring break, a promise of leisure,
A chance to rest, a chance to measure,
The time we have, the goals we treasure,
And make a plan, with hope and pleasure.

For some, it’s a chance to travel,
To see new sights, to feel the gravel,
Of distant lands, to taste the marvel,
Of cultures, foods, and ways to revel.

To hike the trails of nature’s beauty,
To breathe the air, and feel the duty,
To protect, to cherish, and to be,
A steward of the land, wild and free.

To explore cities of the world,
To see the lights, to be unfurled,
To new perspectives, and let it swirl,
The mind, the soul, just let it twirl.

For others, it’s a time to recharge,
To rest and sleep, to binge and large,
To free the mind, to let it discharge,
The stress of school, and let it barge.

But even when we’re far from class,
And on a beach, or on a grass,
The mind can still be sharp as glass,
And help us learn and make it last.

For spring break can be a time,
To learn new skills, and make them shine,
To read a book, to pen a line,
To build a project, so divine.

We can volunteer, and help the poor,
Or join a team, and help them score,
Or learn a language, and open doors,
To new ideas, to learn and explore.

For even when we’re far from school,
The world is our own, a limitless pool,
To make it ours, to make it cool,
And let our spirit shine, so full.

So let us use this time with care,
To learn, to grow, to be aware,
That life is more than just a dare,
But a journey, that we all must share.

To find ourselves, to reflect and ponder,
To meditate, to write, and to wonder,
On life, the world, and let it thunder,
With thoughts that make our hearts grow fonder.

For spring break is more than just a chance,
To take a break from routine and dance,
It’s an opportunity to grow and advance,
To explore new horizons and take a stance.
So let’s make the most of this precious time,
To learn, to create, to make our lives sublime,
To make a difference, to spread love and climb,
The ladder of success, one step at a time.

For the promise of spring break is not just a break,
But a promise of hope, of new ideas to awake,
Of dreams to chase, and opportunities to make,
Our lives more meaningful, for our own sake.

About the Author

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Ayushri Jain

Ayushri is a master’s student at the College of Engineering studying Computer Science. Originally from Indore, India, she enjoys sharing her culture and street food with others. She aims to use the potential of technology/software to change industries and lives for the better. Passionate about working in a team and helping others, she hopes to become a culturally competent professional in her future. In her spare time, Ayushri enjoys participating in competitions, music, and arts and crafts.

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