I SEE STELLA

I SEE STELLA

I See Stella
Four decades, two years hence
I See Stella
Gently walking but stridently to class
Soft strides, stellar looks
Sober smiles, gentle beauty
Her burden, a test

I See Stella
Did she change, physically?
I See Stella
She did change, mentally
Quiet strength, inner steel
Bearing burdens with quiet dignity
Her burden, today a blessing

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