Ilene Bauer Poet Rhyme

Pre-School Graduation

We weren't privy to Part I
(Just parents were invited)
But Part II was arranged so
No one extra would feel slighted.

The children came up to the stage
In pairs as every teacher
Announced their names and what
They'd like to be, a charming feature.

From astronaut to ninja,
Princess, baseball player, vet,
Even architect (our Henry),
Most will change their minds, I'd bet.

But you never know exactly what 
The future holds in store.
Will Henry's blueprints be the ones
We've all been waiting for?

That crossed my mind and then the children
Sang a little tune
And somehow pre-school's over...
Just a little bit too soon.

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Gershon Wolf June 18, 2018 at 6:13 PM Absolutely delightful, Ilene...I remember all four of my kids' pre-school graduations. They, along with the kindergarten graduations, are among my fondest memories. So cute and precious are both the graduations and the graduates. Thanks for the touching poem and the memories. :) gw

Jan Allison June 14, 2018 at 12:19 PM aww I am sure there were a few tears seeing the little ones move on to the next stage of their life and smiles at their chosen path in life - I hope I am still around to hear tales of Henry achieving his ambition:-) hugs jan xx