My mother

My mother got me ready for school then I had to
wait for her to brush my hair and place every strand
in just the perfect position. I had to show her my shoes
that I had cleaned the night before and my school bag
had to be neatly put on my shoulder before I could
get near the door. Only after my mother was totally
satisfied would I be allowed to rush out of the front
door.
I would leave home at 8 am on the dot and make
my way down the lane. After a walk of about 700
metres I would be able to see the tall steeple of the
school.
The playground would be full in the summer and
the noise would make me want to rush into the yard
and get into a good game of football before the bell
went.
Adapted from www.lmpc.edu.au