The photograph
By Mikayla R
Life.
The moment the baby entered the world.
Memoranda.
Captured when first steps were taken.
Aging.
The baby transforming into a toddler.
Education.
Sending the small child to learn of the world.
Rewards.
The small child walking towards the podium.
Adventure.
Facing the vast world around them.
Progressing.
The small child is entering a cocoon.
Happiness.
A bright, but fragile butterfly emerges.
Independence.
The butterfly flickers towards train tracks, edging closer to their dreams.