Clicking “Submit” only allows momentary relief.
New anxieties rise
Leaving many to exclaim, “Good Grief!”
The months long wait for a response has begun
Leaving everyone
Undone
The compulsive checking of the email inbox
Seems to only mock
The seriousness of the hunt for the (virtual) “large envelope”
“Maybe tomorrow…” they hope
Others who’ve heard
Gleefully, spread the word
Social media buzzes
Their friends feign a smile
Trying to vainly reconcile
Their chances too for the prized acceptance letter
The roller coaster of hope and doubt
Runs about
Knocking back even the most devout
Until finally….
The new mail alert bings delightfully
Defying school rule
A Senior hurriedly reviews
The latest email with the Good News!
Ahhhhh….
Validation ensues
