You’re in the city for a change,
Small theater,
Your fifteen person group spans across the whole front row.
He comes out immediately after the show,
Your coach, who gave you back the sport you love,
Who never said it was too hard or gave up.
You make sure you stand right next to him-
He’s so genuinely excited you’re all there, it’s infectious.
Your mom immediately lines everyone up for a picture
But even though she takes forever,
No one’s smile fades to fake.
And in that moment, surrounded by belonging and voices and laughter,
You don’t have to try to figure it all out.
You just get to be
     Happy.