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Poem and illustration by Rolleen Carcioppolo.

"Susan had been a nurse-in-training for three long months now, and she was starting to feel like a pro. She was an expert at emptying bedpans, giving baths, taking temperatures, and filling out patient charts. There was just one thing that still eluded her - taking blood pressure readings."

"Jack couldn't believe his luck when he was offered the chance to fight a kangaroo in a boxing match. He had always been a huge fan of the sport and saw this as the opportunity of a lifetime. Across from him in the ring was a kangaroo who went by the name of Karl."

""Stop here," Michael told the driver as they pulled up to a row of fruit stands set against the lush, green hills of Aberdeen. Emily and Michael stepped out of the taxi and were greeted by the sweet aroma of oranges and melons. Emily, who was new to traveling abroad, had felt disoriented since arriving in Hong Kong two days ago. She relied on Michael, who was a seasoned diplomat, to guide her through their travels."

"John was wandering the streets of a bustling city, feeling lost and alone. It was snowing but the streets were crowded with people rushing to and fro, and the air was filled with the sounds of honking cars and chatter. John felt overwhelmed and insignificant in the midst of all the activity. He had given up all hope. "

"As he lay in bed on Christmas Eve, his mind racing with anticipation, he couldn't help but feel a sense of guilt. He knew that Christmas was supposed to be about more than just material possessions and having fun. It was about the birth of Jesus and the incredible gift of salvation that he brought to the world. But try as he might, Alex couldn't shake the excitement of opening up those shiny new boxes on Christmas morning. "