The Voice of Southwest Louisiana July 2017 Issue

Beyond
Imagination
By Ronald J. Blanchard
Amidst failed efforts to educate
thousands of students across
America, there exists several
amazing children from amazing parents
that truly value the foundations and
preparations that quality learning offers.
Moving in an elevated direction, one
discovers lovers of learning—individuals
that have an excitement and zeal for
gaining insight into the reality and
relevance of life lessons taught. This
significant observation became more
intensely and crystal clear with the
visitation of Los Angeles native, Jada
Smith, an inquisitive eleven-year-old
intellectual with dreams (perhaps visions)
beyond imagination.
The essence of Jada’s divine makeup
reflects the infallibility of spiritual
architecture and design. However,
beyond her invisible DNA, there is the
visible presence of parental nurturing
and cultivation of her father and mother,
Barry and Anita. It is no accident or
happenstance that she models their
values of kindness, respect, and purpose.
Beyond the physical embrace and
elevation of her father’s arms and the
proud approval of her mother’s smile,
Jada can readily see and understands the
nature of unconditional love.
Understanding this uniquely precocious
young lady, one learns that her thoughts
and words express ideas that belie her
age. Her early beginnings as a toddler
revealed a wonderful appreciation for
her family, especially her grandparents,
Fifth grade scholar Jada Smith demonstrates advance levels of technological skills.
Wesley and Dorothy Smith. Her infectious
smile and playful laughter demonstrated
a fondness that created countless
moments of mutual adoration. Over a
thousand miles from Lake Charles, Jada’s
return to her paternal roots is essential to
the continued molding and shaping of
her giving personality.
Jada’s perception of a world of endless
opportunities to learn allows her to take
advantage of all areas of academics.
From english language arts to science
and social studies, she has enhanced
her inner qualities and character traits.
Whether developing her writing skills or
perfecting her Spanish, Jada knows that
every part of her make up benefits from
these educational experiences. Therefore,
her endless efforts to learn as much as
she can will never be in vain.
Jada aspires to make a difference in the
world. The possibilities are unlimited.
Perhaps her passion for water will create
a marine biologist. Veterinary medicine
could also be considered due to her
love for animals. Her technological
proficiency could easily allow her to work
within cyber security. However, her most
important role is productive future citizen
and motivator for her peers.
For nearly twelve years, Jada has inspired
the young as well as the old. She brings
hope and optimism to a community that
often shares negative views and apathy.
Her love of learning has the potential to
change the world—something that every
child needs to know. As the consummate
student, Jada has become the teacher.
Ultimately, she is an unwrapped life-gift
to learning, beyond imagination.
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