Written June 3, 2009, for Melissa Ruggiero, on the occasion of her high school graduation. This will hopefully be meaningful to all those who find themselves on the precipice of a life changing transition, particularly high school, college graduates and perhaps newly single individuals…
A Privilege I Will Not Cede
Memories flood my mind
As my heart compiles the feelings I have gathered
Along with the wisdom I have earned
The precious moments I will always cherish
The friends I trust
The family I love
The mentors who have guided me
The people I admire
Let me hold still a while
To soak in the energy of their hopes for me
Genuinely revealed as if they were their own
A testament to everlasting bonds forged into my identity
Feeling the power of this insight
My own dreams begin stirring
Seeking to sprout forth from experiences I have yet to behold
A tapestry I will build in the years to come
Freedom’s wings flutter feverishly as I enjoy autonomy
Testing the limits of my vision
For my future is waiting for me to define it
A privilege I will not cede to blurry souls
Suzanne Ruggiero said,
June 5, 2009 at 7:14 am
Enoc, there are no words that can describe the feelings and the beauty written in this beautiful artwork of poetry for our Granddaughter Melissa on her High School Graduation.
It is what you are feeling inside and felt inside reminding you of your own
life. Experienced words given to the young. May they sink deeply within her.
Suzanne
Jee said,
June 5, 2009 at 9:12 pm
Powerful, memories of HS / College transitions flood me now!!!
Carol Boberg said,
June 8, 2009 at 12:09 pm
Enoc;
Your poem is very heartfelt, very beautiful. Who could not love this nor recognize your deep talents.
Carol