To my Sensei

The first time I saw you
Eleven years ago,
The chorus sang New York, New York.
I sat in the front row.

I wore the hat
And sought your eyes
When we sang the second song
To the tune of 'Dulcinea'.

After, you came over,
Said, "Get up!"
And I hesitated.

That night
I dreamed -
And sped through galaxies,
Lights like jewels.



Last night
July 3rd -
Mystic day of mentor and disciple,
Again in the front row,

I wore my hat (A new one).

We all chanted together -
Grand Ceremony in the Air!

And after,
I got up
To lead the song -

New York, New York!


-Bethany Wild-