Got my pencils and my books
Latest backpack with great looks
Sneakers lined up in a row
Lunchbox fixed by Mom I know

Bus is waiting at the door
Honking like the year before
Friends all greeting with hellos
Drivers head is aching so

Getting ready for big day
Mom smiles in a special way
Waving as the bus goes by
With that most familiar sigh

Teachers waiting anxiously
Children all excitedly
Hoping that this time goes fast
Waiting for the bell to blast

Designer clothes all in a line
Children smiling doing fine
Each year this special ritual
Will always be habitual.

~ Francine Pucillo~© original 2002