“First Year,” New Era, Feb. 1972, 51
First Year
Strange
To be away
From parent sounds
And the feel of childhood.
Fun
To find the college
Dorm has so many
Friendly doors.
Good
To have letters in the mailbox:
They miss me,
They know I’m fine,
They’re sending cookies soon.
Scary
To be making so many
Decisions affecting my future.
Thankful
To have brought
Prayer
As a permanent roommate.
Photo by Paul Proctor