If I Let Go
Cheeky pigeon, never caught teased us kids without a thought
with sassiness beyond a match older brothers failed to catch,
the brazen bird.
There he perched upon the roof looking down remained aloof,
at this time all determined to capture him for disturbing
outdoor playtime.
How dare he think he was smarter than I that feathered ave whom was a spy
up the wall I climbed real high, quietly sat nearby
for minutes…hours…
it looked at me, I looked at it then we turned a way a bit
though the time did extend, myself so patient too befriend.
Closer it came to me; nearness in proximity
quickly grabbed feathery
empowered by the win.
Made some noises; cooing sounds, this living thing was quite profound
though in my hands, that were little-the silly thing made me giggle.
Gently stroked him, spoke some words
whilst in the sky were flying birds.
Suddenly I came to see the bird I caught was also free
If I let go…
Copyright © Paris-Maree Boreham | Year Posted 2021
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