It was the time of year
When school is over
Teenagers emerge
As newfound adults
Scared and afraid
And I can see why
For years
Even decades
They were made to ask
Can I go
To the bathroom please
Can I know
My letter grade
Take this test
Write the page
You do as you are told
Until you are old
Caution
Stop
Have you applied
To college
Caution
Stop
Now here they are
Trembling and shaking
Go to college
University or higher
Get a career
A good job
A stable income
Caution
Stop
We are not done
Get a house
A family
Some kids
That is the life
To make you happy
Caution
Stop
Is it all worth it
College is over
The debt is sinking
No good job
No income
What are they thinking
Caution
Stop
They take their talents
With courage in hand
Take photos
On Instagram
Showing a stand
Caution
Stop
Making some videos
Hoping to get known
Scraping the rent
For a 2000 dollar room
This is the life
We are left to face
Caution
Stop
So sit on your throne
Judging and scoffing
We are doing
What we have to
To make ends meet
To get through defeat
Caution
Stop
Is college even worth it
When all you get
Is too much debt
Write your way through
Taking some photos
Videos to earn
Whatever you do
Caution
Stop
There is so much more
Follow your heart
No matter the scars
Stand up and do
What you need to be
Nothing can stop you
Get that dream job
Find your own income
Smile at them
That tell you no never
This is your chance
This is our time
Caution
Stop
About the Creator
Jay Wilson
*insert clever and funny bio here*
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