School Blues

The VERY first day of school can be scary.
All of the supplies in the pack;
"What if they don't like me?"
"I don't want to go back."

"I'll hold your hand, sweetheart.
You have nothing to fear."
"I'll be by your side,
Tomorrow, and all year."

"What about at recess?
English class and Math?"
"Don't worry, my child;
Now go take a bath."

"What about the teacher?
If she's mean, I'll scream!"
"I'm sure she will be nice.
And after, we'll get ice cream."

"Now go to bed, darling;
You'll be up in no time."
"Good night, mommy;
See you in the sunshine."

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September prompt: First day of School. Written for Writing 4 Kids 9/17/22