Poem for Maddie’s 8th grade graduation

Maddie’s slightly salty,
        Leaving PES behind,
        It’s all she’s known,
        And frankly,
        It’s living rent-free in her mind.

Dad and mom remind her,
        That she isn’t throwing shade,
        Upon her youth,
        As she advances,
        To a higher grade.

“Just don’t be super extra,
        As you start to find your way,
        ‘Cause you gotta,
        Pass the vibe check,
        Or you’ll get dragged every day.”

“Slaps are not the answer,
        Nor are kicks, for sure, no cap,
        To readjust,
        Your mindset,
        What you need is a school map”

“Hard work is also needed,
        ONG you’ll learn stuff as you go
        So, don’t sleep upon,
        This moment,
        W Goat. iykyk.”