Avian Dreams

Like a balloon, I am tethered Cares, like strings, tie me down ‘Til the light of dreams comes to me and severs my binding, releasing me from my earthly burden Not only do I fly from consciousness, but from the earth itself, which, like a pebble, becomes small, insignificant. Warm winds carry me I let them take me wherever they wish and follow gladly, leaving behind my vexations that held me, like an anchor, to the ground To the wind gods, I pray to lift me up, and make me forget that Solicitude ever whispered its words in my ear Soaring above the clouds, I feel as if I can do anything Boundless possibility-- like the endless horizon before me-- no ceiling, just sky Limitless, free