First Day

summer fades to fall

yellow bus on city streets

school is now open

first day brings jitters

excitement mixed with worry

will old friends be there

wooden desks in rows

assigned seats bring discomfort

who are these strangers

books, paper, pencils

thoughts must now turn to learning

minds need to focus

teachers give homework

students grumble in their seats

final bell ringing

Long day now over

Bikes, busses, footsteps lead home

Tired smiles greet parents

© Susie Clevenger 2011

Photograph: Photobucket

Haiku Prompt: School