Shell Poetry Competition Autumn 2022 - New Beginnings

WINNER!

New Beginnings

The crisp cold shirt summons goose bumps upon my skin.

Adjust the new skirt and here comes a grin.

The mirror speaks of the unknown.

Flashing back an image called my own.

My head is a whirlpool of emotion.

A pinch of excitement and some nerves to make a potion.

My shaking hands struggle to open the door.

Oh no is this the right floor?

I’m comforted by the warmth of my seat.

And yet I can still hear my heartbeat!

A weeks gone by in a flash.

I’m still surprised I haven’t made a dash.

I guess its part of the learning curve.

Just sit here and make sure to observe.

But this is my new beginning.

And deep down I know I’m winning.

By Anonymous