A Leap of Faith
A gentle hush falls over the pond
The crickets cease a morning song
The jewel-toned feathers, swiftly flew
With feathered friends, soon out of view
He looks out high, from tree top place
His wings must plunge on empty space
The nest, a haven, he yearns to stay
To take this risk another day?
He fears his fate could be so bleak
His courage wans, but grace he seeks
With not a tender note or meek
I cheer from tail to beak, my song
"Take the leap, be brave, be strong!"
He takes the leap, to cheers that thunder
He flys, and eyes are struck with wonder
With fear now banished, new courage, wise
Below the earth in new disguise
His wings ascend to clear blue skies
He sees the world with brand new eyes
His flock ahead, at last his chance
To fly the heavens in timeless dance
Woodland creatures...Fear of flying...
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