I AM… Dr. Jeannette Smith

As creatives we often explore more than one form of artistic expression to channel or convey our ideas, truths, and feelings. This new poetry collective, the I Am… series, will feature poems written by MCLA faculty and staff. Creating a space for a new community here on the Sm[ART] Commons Blog.

This week we present Dr. Jeanette Smith, Vice President of Student Affairs.

Dr. Jeannette Smith, Vice President of Student Affairs

I am my momma’s heartbeat, my daddy’s secret, surrounded by the angel soft wings of siblings unknown.

I am my husband’s favorite, we care for each other’s hearts, cheer on each other as we individually navigate trails up and down mountains of personal growth

I am my children’s fiercest protector, a well of unyielding support and love that knows no depth.

Mercies and blessings in abundance, I am highly favored and walk in a spiritual truth that grounds my soul.

I am that friend who is called upon to listen with compassion, speak joy, pour out light, remind us of possibilities.

Always wanting to read more, a life-long learner who is curious about everything, I am a scholar who revels in the golden pot of untapped unknowledge at the rainbow’s end

I am enough.

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An original poem written by Dr. Jeannette Smith, for the Sm[ART] Commons Blog I AM… Poem Collective (2025).

If you are a member of MCLA's faculty, staff or administration, the blog looks forward to working with you, to feature your voice in this ongoing poetry collective. Email smartcommonsblog@gmail.com for more information!