Despite the storm
She stepped into the wild
Unknown
Uncertain
But certain
She would
Grow
While standing in line to get on the airplane I noticed a girl crying
She was maybe 24 years old
Her eyes weren't pointing to the ground, but looking straight ahead
The tears slowly fell as she inched her way towards the airplane
From a distance she seemed hopeful
From a distance she seemed confident
From a distance she seemed hesitant
From a distance she seemed sure
As I made my way to my seat I walked passed her
Her cheeks were red
Her eyes were dry
Her hands were folded
Her seatbelt fastened
She was headed for what was next
Ready or not
Certain or unsure
Here she goes to grow
What is it that you are stepping into?