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· Five Generations of Women, Five Generations of Strength

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· Re-gifting (for the Right Reasons)


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Mortarboards and Memories: Class of 2008

by Jill Eisnaugle — Read all 611 poems by Jill Eisnaugle

A poem for the Graduating Class of 2008.

Sunday, April 13, 2008


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Tonight, you stand upon this stage
To bid high school goodbye
You have finally come of age
So, spread your wings and fly
Rise higher than the tallest hill
Warmed by brilliant sunbeams
Class of ’08, I know you will
Embrace your hopes and dreams.
 
The memories you have, tonight
Will last your whole lives through
A path to glory is in sight
For every one of you
Although a few tears may be shed
As the mortarboards soar
Indeed, much promise lies ahead
The best is still in store.
 
Tonight, you stand upon this stage
For this, the final time
You are prepared to turn the page
Your lives are in their prime
Class of ’08, my best regards
Enjoy your lives’ new phase
May hope-filled days be in the cards
For each of you, always.
                                                  
© 2008 – Jill Eisnaugle’s Poetry Collection
  Houston's 1560 The Game

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Reviewed by Cryssa C
Reviewed on April 18, 2008
Amazing how much life changes just a few short months after graduation...
It will never be the same!
Cryssa
Reviewed by Christine Alwin
Reviewed on April 14, 2008
Yes,, standing on that stage is frozen in time,,,We never forget that,, But we must thaw and move on to a future. Wonderful words Jill!
Reviewed by John Leko
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
...faith and remembrance...hand in hand with hope...are so wonderfully shared in positive light. Heartwarming write for those soon to come upon another stage.
well done Jill...
John
Reviewed by H Cruz
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
Bravo! Here's to all those wannabee's; put the game boy away and now begin to play the real game called life.
Reviewed by Paul Berube
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
Very, very nice Jill.
Reviewed by Dawn Anderson
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
WOnderful!
Reviewed by Lew Duffey
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
A beautiful write. Brings back memories.
God Bless,
Lew
Reviewed by SHERRY HEIM
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
Nice, Jill! I remember my High School Graduation and how much of benchmark it seemed at that time. I am sure that your words will touch each of them.
Take care,
Sherry
Reviewed by Bernice Angoh
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
lovely, imagine the joy in their hearts....
Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
wonderful!!
Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
Beautiful write, Jill; brava!



(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Burleson, Karen Lynn. ;D
Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
How lovely! I always enjoy reading your poems. They are light and airy and lift the spirit.
Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
A beautiful send off, full of hope - well done, Jill.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

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