Deluge of Life

She left her home and said goodbye
To her small town with a gentle sigh
Off now to college, a brand new start
With a hopeful mind and a racing heart

Her new hall, a bustling scene
So many faces and no-one mean
Boys with smiles, new friends around
Leaves the past behind without a sound

Deluge of life, it’s all too fast
A whirlwind so different from her past
Excited and scared, she takes it all
Hoping to surface, to avoid a fall

Lectures and books, a course to start
New subjects to learn, each an art
Navigating streets, finding her way
In this vibrant town, she’ll seize the day

From quiet nights to city lights
Every day holds a new delight
Though overwhelmed, she feels alive
In this ocean of change, she’ll thrive

Deluge of life, it’s all too fast
A whirlwind so different from her past
Excited and scared, she takes it all
Hoping to surface, to avoid a fall

Calls from home, a comforting voice
Reminding her she made a correct choice
She’s on her path, with dreams in sight
Amid the noise, she’ll be alright

Deluge of life, it’s all too fast
A whirlwind so different from her past
Excited and scared, she takes it all
Hoping to surface, to avoid a fall

Now here she stands, in the new place
With courage and an ever-smiling face
Overwhelmed, but her feelings are strong
In this opportunity, she will belong

a DumDave production June 2024