The First Dance of Mine

On pointe, bright lights 

My makeup up slightly dripping

Sweat gleaming on my forehead

This year I got the big solo 

I have worked hard, practiced constantly 

Not I’m here, in my lace costume 

With a flowy skirt, & sweetheart neckline 

I feel ever so graceful, & like a star

So happy to show off a bit

“It’s nice to finally be noticed”

I thought, as I landed my last leap

And the music stops, I grin and bow