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As from the earth the light Balloon

 As from the earth the light Balloon
Asks nothing but release --
Ascension that for which it was,
Its soaring Residence.
The spirit looks upon the Dust That fastened it so long With indignation, As a Bird Defrauded of its song.

Poem by Emily Dickinson
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