The Flight of the Bird boy.

David Wakeling

 

Once I flew from Earth to sky,
My arms were light bright feathers,
I didn’t ask how or why,
I simply had no tethers.
Flying high I couldn’t hear,
Any screaming from my home,
The horror would disappear,
And I was free to roam.
I flew through soft clouds of white,
I touched the heavens with ease,
My joy would light up the night,
As I danced among the trees.
Now my flying days are done,
I don’t recall the cruelty,
If one day I have a son,
I will teach him how to fly.

 

  • Author: David Wakeling (Online Online)
  • Published: January 3rd, 2025 01:42
  • Category: Unclassified
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  • sorenbarrett

    Used to as a child dream of flying in lucid dreams. Haven't had one of those in a long time but this poem reminded me of that. Liberating was the feeling I got from this poem. Most lovely

    • David Wakeling

      Yes it doesn't matter how bad the family home is, it is possible to escape. Thanks for commenting

    • TobaniNataiella

      A sense of the freedom to roam, to do what and be who you like, a lovely read, enjoyed

    • arqios

      A profound theme and intriguing manner that this poem resonates with a universal longing for escape and the desire to rise above life's challenges. Its lyrical quality and emotional depth of your wording make it a poignant and memorable piece.

      • David Wakeling

        Thank you so much for your kind critique. Always appreciated

        • arqios

          Most welcome DWa 🙏🏻👍🏻🕊

        • 2781

          I think you are a song writer x

        • Tony36

          Excellent write David

          • David Wakeling

            Danke, mein Freund

            • Tony36

              You're welcome



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