On the Eve of Your High School Graduation
The first day we met
My heart grew a new chamber
Just for you
When you were six
You wanted to be a mermaid
I encouraged you
When you were seven
You started to grow wings
As we hatched butterflies
When you were 10
You spread your wings
And flew solo
You floated above the clouds
Dreaming, learning, becoming
You never touched down
You dreamed and
You found your voice
I stood in awe
Now as you begin
The next chapter of
Who you will become
I know there is
Absolutely no limit
To what you can do
This chamber in my heart
Just continues to grow
With you
And I look forward
With joy, awe and wonderment
To your journey!
