That Hand

I used to be alone.

I used to not know.

I used to be lonely,

with no friends to show.

My life used to be empty,

until school came along.

My days were brighter,

but not for long.

I had classmates,

I had friends who cared

but what I needed

was someone with whom I could share.

One day, that person came

the one that lit up my life

the one that taught me

how to strive.

~~~~~

I am together,

I can comprehend,

I am not lonely,

for someone has made amends.

My life is full of happiness,

it is filled to the brim,

with all the love I receive,

and I know that’s all I’ll need.

I have classmates,

I have best friends,

but the one person I look up too

always has a hand to lend.

After all these years,

that one person has always been my leader

no matter what happens,

I want to thank you.

Teacher.