and continuing to sway on her own.
Later, Al, we’ve got baking to do
and also, Junie!
Look what came in the mail.
Mom holds up an envelope
and as I draw closer
I see it’s got a seal from
Michigan State on it.
I thought I would get an email?
I say, an instant tightening
in my throat.
You’ll probably still get one
but some schools also send formal letters,
Mom says.Open it, open it!
I’ve been waiting since the mail
was delivered at noon.
A few months ago, I submitted
one early-decision application—
just to make Mom happy.
I didn’t think we’d hear back so soon.
I take the letter from Mom
tear open the seal
as she and Mama Alice crowd close.
Dear Juniper Jones,
Congratulations! We are pleased to welcome you to…
I don’t even get to read past
the second sentence
before my moms start to shout with excitement.
They engulf me in a huge hug.
You did it, Junie!Mom is elated.
