Let the Little Bird Fly

She was kept in a cage on a pedestal high for the greater part of her life. She would oftentimes sing and perform on command though it cut her heart like a knife. A beauty she was and all who did see said her charms description defied. Yet, no one could know though her song was so strong, how deep in her soul that she cried. But now she is free, and flies like the bird, that was always meant to be free. And the songs that she sings are so precious, you see, for she sings them only for me. Watch the little bird fly. Hear the little bird sing. She knows the old bridges have burned. Yes, she was set free, it was needed, you see, to determine if she would return.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012



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Date: 1/1/2015 10:55:00 AM
Wish you happy new year and congrats on the win, john
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Date: 1/1/2015 9:08:00 AM
I read this as a bird but also as a woman trapped in a relationship and finally freed - great write my friend- a 7 from me and congrats on your win:-) Hugs Jan xx
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Date: 12/31/2014 9:12:00 PM
Congrats on your fine win and happy new year John...huggs
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Date: 12/31/2014 8:57:00 PM
Hi John,, thank you for supporting my contest. I'm taking this time to enjoy and invite you on over to my latest contest "Busted." Drop by if you'd like or have the time. Take Care, and enjoy the 2015... Happy new Year... Love Linda
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Date: 10/12/2013 7:26:00 PM
I was caged for a long time, and only recently was I set free. I can identify with the pain and the joy of this little bird. I love this poem Jake, so much so, that I am adding it to my favorites! Really wonderful poetry!...Thank you for the great comments. Yes, I have always been a fast learner! And, I am so glad that you are feeling better! :)
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Date: 6/21/2013 2:13:00 AM
Absolutely Beautiful John!!! Thanks for bring it to my attention. You really know how to make the feel exactly what you want them to feel.
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Date: 6/21/2013 4:10:00 AM
Thank you, my friend.... I appreciate your kind words.... Jake
Date: 12/22/2012 10:15:00 AM
Be-you-tiful!!! I always get sad when I see birds trapped in cage. Where I am from( Suriname) you see that everyday. Because having good singing birds is worth a lot of money and respect.
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Date: 11/3/2012 7:38:00 PM
Sounds like a homing pigeon, wonderful birds : ) wonderful poem, love elizabeth
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