Graduation Day

Seems like only yesterday,
when I wore a white cap and gown.                                                                                                                                    I was a very excited five year old,                                                                       
it was my kindergarten graduation.                                                                      
I was sick as a dog,
after crying until I could not breathe~mom said I could go.
The group diploma pictures were taken,
it was back home and back to bed feeling so sick.
I missed the party~I missed all the fun,
that made me really sad.
The years went by,
I had another chance to get it right.
A blue and white flower corsage I did wear,
school colors made me proud.
A night filled with family and friends,
for all to see what I had done.
Happy tears did fall,
as the next chapter in my life was about to start.
This time I was not missing the party,
cutting my big cake brought me much joy.

Date Written: 3/3/2023
Note: True story.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Kingston Avatar
March 29, 2023 at 4:40 PM
Tis' such a big day whether one is 5 or 21. I do remember trying to get 20 caps on 20 little heads without much success each year as kindergarten teacher. Now I will watch my own daughter wear hers in two months. Your poem brought me nice memories, happiness and hope.
Goldsmith Avatar
March 30, 2023 at 10:33 AM
Thanks for your note. Yes, caps at any age is a great thing to wear. Glad this write brought back nice memories for you. Have fun with your daughter. It will be a very happy day for both of you. "Enjoy" Then the real education will start. Have a wonderful day.................
Sambourne Avatar
March 3, 2023 at 8:26 AM
Graduation day at a young age is memorable indeed. So good to read of your fine memories. Best wishes, Brian
Goldsmith Avatar
March 22, 2023 at 11:23 AM
Thanks for your note. Not sure how I missed your comment here. Yes, the "Graduation Day" is filled with many memories. Then real education will start. Have a wonderful day.................
Turner Avatar
March 3, 2023 at 6:01 AM
Very nice, Paula. Once that was all over, the real education began, right? Have a great day, Paula:)
Goldsmith Avatar
March 22, 2023 at 11:21 AM
Thanks for your note. Not sure how I missed your comment here. You are so right, after the "Graduation Day" the real education will start. Have a wonderful day.................
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