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Estrella is a Star

She's the first one on the dance floor.

The only one.

Fine.

More room for her to shine.

Estrella doesn't test the water of the thudding beat.
She stomps right into it.
Owning the ocean.
Letting no wave stop her
Swimming so strong she could reach a distant shore.

Her confidence a beacon,
others are lured to the dance space.
They giggle.
Look to each other for what to do.
It will take them years -if ever- to figure out
What Estrella was born knowing.

I hope Estrella always remembers
What she knows about herself now.
Written by Pinkdreams
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Author's Note
I had the privilege of chaperoning a 4th- 6th grade mid-day dance at my school. One of my brightest 5th graders owned the dance floor, just like she owns the classroom. Her energy, skill, and confidence were beautiful. I hope it's clear that that's what I'm talking about.
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