FRIENDS
Storyteller Emma Jean by Suzae Chevalier
Emma Jean has
power to story tell-
she creates stories and she does it well.
Now she told a story I will never forget
she weaves the story with her Missouri accent
which sets the stage
she takes em back to a really young age,
she writes better then famous authors on the page.
Her voice changes in fluctuation and stance
weaving words like a rhythmic dance.
Even though Emma Jean’s gone
I will tell her stories so they will live on.
Written by Suzae Chevalier on February 15, 2011
Emma Jean Hears Walt Disney’s Great Plans
Jean whose given name was Emma Jean
Emma Jean who is storyteller supreme
grew up in Missouri with all beautiful things.
Her dad a doctor invented the kidney dialysis machine—
She would go on doctor house calls before
she was a teen.
In fact Emma Jean was only eight years old—
in California–making it grand.
Swinging on the front porch she did hear—
all stories of her mother’s childhood
these are found memories she held so dear
Written by Suzae Chevalier on May 11, 2015
updated on March 6, 2019 and May 5, 2019
Penny Tribute – Poem by Suzae Chevalier
Penny Conway and grandchildren
Penny who I visited in the hospital
one sunny day
was in Minnesota I did stay.
She thought of me and I was there,
I was a friend that did sincerely care.
Written by Suzae Chevalier on June 26, 2018
TRIBUTE TO JACK BARRY
Artist and friend Jack Barry
Jack Barry who was born on April 17th
Born a day before and did succeed–
He was a great friend and artist indeed.
He took me to lunch when I first came
To the “Artist Hut”.
Yes, Jack had a studio in Flamingo Park
Next to railroad tracks where dogs always barked.
He did all kinds of style painting–
Fresco he was known for—
I have his one big painting by my door.
He was a great storyteller and a U.S. Vet-
He had a very interesting life of all the people
I have met.
I inherited his butterfly necklace people do see–
When I wear it around my neck all sparkly.
Thanks Jack for being a friend to me.
Written by Suzae Chevalier on April 30, 2015
Poem Dedicated to Jack Barry
April 17, 1948- Aug. 7, 2013
MY AUNT AND UNCLE
As a child I remember those days
when Aunt Audrey would come from faraway.
Aunt Audrey was tall and wore jewelry like rings
she brought gifts and interesting things.
Aunt Audrey lived in Japan, the far east
she had an interesting life to say the least.
Her daughters Marlena and Renee
had played with us for a couple of days.
Then they would leave on a plane
I would see them again at an older age.
Uncle Norm I also saw when I was young
we traveled to Rhode Island when I was age 1.
Then I would see Aunt Audrey & Norm
in the sunshine state—
they lived in a development with wooden gates.
I celebrate Christmas and the holidays
with them and daughters Marlena and Renee.
They work in the movie business today
They have children and live in L.A.
Written by Suzae Chevalier on April 9,2012
Updated on March 1, 2019
Birds Fly Free – Poem by Suzae Chevalier
Birds fly free
flying over the fields of green
For they can fly better than a plane
they are God’s creation He gives
beauty all the same.
Birds are as free as can be
with beautiful colored wings.
Flying up through the trees
They can see everything.
From colors bright to bold
like pink, orange and gold.
Being a bird in the sky
they are happy all the time.
Written by Suzae Chevalier on Feb.9,2011
updated on March 1,2019
Bright Flower Paintings That Bloom
Bright colored flowers start to bloom
with colored chalk in the activity room.
Residents use chalk to paint their flowers
that come to life–
I place strings at top of painting like a kite.
There finished chalk art hangs on their walls–
they are happy I shared my chalk–
they had a ball.
Written by Suzae Chevalier on April 17th 2015
Bradley The Kind Heart
I remember the day when Bradley came my way.
I was at Kinkos and approached Bradley with my book
I asked him for his opinion after he had a look.
Funny Bradley has one of my character’s names
I met his mother Jean and my life was never the same.
I helped Bradley’s mother at the end of her time here–
She was a great storyteller, artist, inventor and very sincere.
Jean said she loved Bradley and me and then she passed on
I bought Shieka pup for Laddy so he would’nt be withdrawn.
Now Bradley helped me out with Shieka and my Acura car
I drove Black Cherry for miles very far.
He was there when I bought Black Pearl
she is my new ride that was a miracle.
Bradley I have Sam the dog from the carnival
She helped Shieka and Shiekee bond real well.
Thank you Bradley, for you have a kind heart
your generosity helped me get a new start
Written by Suzae Chevalier on October 11,2011
Updated on March 26, 2019
Pauline With Generous Heart
Pauline with her bright blue eyes
has a big heart deep inside.
She took me to lunch on my very first day
she appreciated I came to work right away.
Pauline makes sure everyone is feed
she always has delicious food for me instead.
She has two adorable and smart grandchildren
Pauline gave my Krendoll coloring books to them.
Pauline wears very fashionable clothes
along with stylish earrings that sparkles and glows.
Earrings are from Sonya for Pauline supports the arts
She believes we all have potential—
and tells us from the heart.
Pauline has lived an exciting and interesting life
she still has a lot of energy and is soaring high.
Written by Suzae Chevalier on October 30,2012