worrying, crying and fussing over report cards
You've been pushed, prodded and pulled
struggling through and trying to follow the rules
but your day is here and I know you are excited
all pressed and steamed and your guests already invited
enjoy this moment and revel in your success
stand proud and know that you are the best
you're young so you still have a lot of ground to cover
despite any challenge, you better be a mover
don't fool yourself - there's some tough days ahead
even days that all you may have to eat is bread
but you will overcome all your obstacles and problems
remember - lay it to the Father - he'll take care of them
keep your head on and good friends close
and no, not the ones who like to turn up their noses
who don't see the need to be kind to everyone
those who will beat or bully someone's daughter or son
you have to stand with people in a supportive circle
those who will help you if there's any obstacle
those who embody the values your parents taught you
those who encourage you to be positive and true
but this is not about them - it's all about you
you better know the right things to do
we always tell you to think for yourself
please don't leave the good lessons you learned on a shelf
You see, you stand proud and happy today
well that was my story a few years ago plus yesterday
don't laugh because my hair is beaded in gray
because there's always a positive message in what I say
have your vision and chart your course
stay true to God because he is the main source
but if you make a mistake, know that it's okay
and people will have a lot of negative to say
but an error has proven to be part of how we learn
today may be your error, but tomorrow is my turn
many a mistake has created great inventions
because it's not the hurdle, it's your great intentions
so all in all, I wanted to say
that on this journey, everything won't always go your way
but keep your head on and stay as strong as you can
be spontaneous but also know when to plan
relax when you need to and take a breather
money is good but good health is sweeter
take care of your mind, body and soul
because these three elements are what make you whole
stay committed to whatever you endeavor
when it comes to success, don't look at your neighbor and measure
instead enhance your talents and use them wisely
keep your head up, stay focused and let your light shine brightly!
© Linette Rabsatt
© Linette Rabsatt
