Jonathan CuencaGroundedI’ve only seen my dad cry two times. One time was at my grandfather’s funeral and the other time was because of me.Jan 4, 2018Jan 4, 2018
Jonathan CuencaThirstyThere was an eerie but peaceful feeling walking down the hall at night. Most of the kids at the hospital had finished their hygiene but few…Dec 17, 20171Dec 17, 20171
Jonathan CuencaTumsThe night was crisp and the room still. The cold air ignored my restlessness by mocking me with its serenity. My body was shivering as I…Nov 7, 2017Nov 7, 2017
Jonathan CuencaIn Half“ARRGGHHH” came a loud grunting noise from one of the couches. It was after lunch time and the nurse was doing her rounds through the…Feb 6, 2016Feb 6, 2016
Jonathan CuencaGot My BackI had no simulation rounds left in my modified M16, so I yelled at my buddy. “Hey Cromer. I’m out of ammo. Cover me.” I jumped over one of…Feb 3, 2016Feb 3, 2016
Jonathan CuencaVerbal Crutch“You will be working with a kid suffering with severe autism,” my supervisor said. “He’s nonverbal.” He pulled up a computer screen-like…Jan 24, 2016Jan 24, 2016
Jonathan CuencaCan you smell that?I met a person who was born with anosmia, or the lack of smell and taste. My mind automatically felt bad for her and I asked how she dealt…Jan 24, 2016Jan 24, 2016