The graduation cap had a little

star on it, hanging by the edge.

People crowded the auditorium

as loud noises consumed my mind.

The colors mixed with my eyes,

blurring out everything that

came to my fingertips; my heart

dug itself into my bones, pouring

its pain through my veins.

My fingers twisted around the blue

bracelet, spun out of a blend of dark

blue and light. A forming spiral curled

around my finger, stopping the blood

from forming a waterfall inside of me.

My skin grew pale as I clutched the rope

closer; the side effects slowly kick in as

I become nauseated by the tight grip.

Goddammit, I can't do this without

you, Azura.

My eyes fluttered to Mother's as

I saw her slowly rock Adelina and Theo

in their stroller. She gave me a

weak smile.

My name was called as an applause

rung throughout the auditorium. My feet

were dragging me behind and it

felt as if it was miles before I reached

the podium. I closed my eyes for

a tiny second before letting the

breath I didn't even know I was

holding in out. Everyone became

quiet as their eyes settled upon me.

My lips quivered as I began,

"There are many shades of blue...

I only knew one..."