Unconfined

Fay Slimm.

 

 

Unconfined.

 

Unleashed from restraint the falcon lances
through cloud to clear sky.
Hood-free and tetherless wide wings tackle
ground-to-air steady rise.

Pinned to blind state bejeweled eyes strain
to reconstruct sight.
Leathered in predator fashion claws disdain
gloved hold on natural flight. 

Thrown into freedom's space massive eagle
dignifies ascent with style.
Casting off shackles mean pinions can wheel
toward liberty's height.

Unconfined feathers enter each sky-stream
with pure working delight.
Oh to release every caged captive, then see  
birds enjoy true birthright.

  • Author: Fay Slimm. (Offline Offline)
  • Published: February 17th, 2021 04:33
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Comments9

  • dusk arising

    And aren't they awe inspiring. From infant days our minds wonder at the majesty of flight. To soar, hanging upon the invisible currents, all seeing in the freedom sky, unrestrained.

    Give me wings when next this spirit sings to mother earth.

  • Doggerel Dave

    I understand completely the way raptors can enthrall, Fay. Australia has it's wedge tailed eagle - worth a study all its own. A beautiful argument for freedom of flight. Thanks.

  • orchidee

    Good write Fay.

  • jarcher54

    Ah, maybe what I thought was a typo in the title is a subtle message... the raptor is unconfined... but you (are) confined! Hood free! Like riding a motorcycle without a helmet?

  • Jerry Reynolds

    They are beautiful to watch and a beautiful poem to read Fay.

  • SureshG

    The majesty of the birds of prey, in every aspect of their flight, so poetically by you, brought to light.

  • Goldfinch60

    Raptors are majestic birds and the freedom they have is so awe inspiring.

    Andy

  • Neville


    tis the way it should be .. so well said and darn near perfect .......

  • L. B. Mek

    'Casting off shackles mean pinions can wheel
    toward liberty's height.

    Oh to release every caged captive, then see
    birds enjoy true birthright.'
    what enticing imagery you have used to share your message dear Fay, indeed - let us all be free, to hit those height's of liberty..
    such a comforting read, like that eagle - I too soared, only within your words



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