Waking inside, my heart skips a beat,
I can't believe I've accomplished this feat.
I look around, and to my surprise,
I see tons of people, through my brown eyes.
He said my name, called me up onto stage,
I am finally free, from this many walled cage.
I walk up the stairs, pray and hope I don't fall,
My mind draws a blank, now I have to stall.
Which hand do I shake? And what should I say?
This can't be happening, there is no single way.
Walk slower; think fast, there is no time to waste,
My time is coming, almost close enough to taste.
I shake his hand, and receive my degree,
I feel happy now that I am finally free.
But what is this feeling, deep in my heart?
It is in my mouth now, something tasting so tart.
It seems to be remorse, well not quite that,
I guess its sadness, as a matter of fact.
It is scary to think, of a life without here,
Although I've been told, there is nothing to fear.
I guess I'll be fine, I've made it this far,
I have finally stepped up, now I'm raising the bar.
I will move on, make many new friends,
Now that high school has come to an end.
