I march bravely into the unknown. The silent room slowly awakens. Gentle go the lights. The teacher’s words draw my eyes. A quick reverie amidst the sounds of squeaking sneakers and slamming lockers.

tapping the window sharply

robin interrupts

wisps of fluffy clouds

One-by-one the cacophony of voices bounces, slinks, shuffles, and skips in the room.

announcing their arrival

their unique flight call

migrate together

My cape catches the breeze from the rotating fan. I quiet the rising din and rise. They perch on the edge of their seats.

snapping my phone it lingers

patch of bright faces

purple clover blooms