Graduation

I am at my sister's graduation for the weekend, so although I have internet access, I may be busy w/ the family.

As they stand awaiting their graduation
The silence pregnant with anticipation
And more than a little trepidation
Of what will come after all that education
But as they walk one by one across the stage
In the book of life, turning the page
Though that degree may not make them sage
It embodies a veritable coming of age
So now we all celebrate with them
Their success at attaining this end
Surrounded by both family and friend
As they now prepare to begin again