flight

Winged things are oracles.
If you are delayed and at fault,
a circling hawk can absolve you.
What the bluebird brings
is dearer than happiness
and far more rare--
peace.
Watch the insects--
moths, bees, butterflies.
They will show you hidden paths
and unacknowledged beauty.
Be bold.
The city pigeons can teach you.

When you are ready--
when you think you know
all the wings had to show--
then fly away
on wings as broad as a heron's.