This is the amazing poem that Rachelle wrote for me to say at the grad:
I stand here today realizing I've come to the end
As I hear the applause and see the smiles of my friends
Congratulations are in order, I've accomplished a waiting feat
But as I scan the crowd I see an empty seat
And though I am so thankful to have you all here today
There is still one word of encouragement I hope for one person to say
This journey of learning is not the only one in my life
There has been a whole wealth opened up, which is why I'm here tonight
Someone who has been on the sidelines in every race I have run
Encouraging, holding, and helping me and finally I've come
Realizing I didn't always know Him but now I see I love Him just as He loves me
And so I'm here with mixed feelings of joy, uncertainty and pride
Remembering the laughter, the lessons and the tears we cried
Thank you for honoring me now that I'm done
But mostly I hope that He is proud, my audience of ONE.
Rachelle Daly
