Still Flying

The day I chose you Compared to all the others I saw the uniqueness of your colors Looking back when you flew away Broke my heart in pieces and stole all peace in living When you were found my heart raced fast I was beyond grateful that you came back We moved forward and life was good Until one day when you seemed strange I saw you bleeding out in pain Then news struck that you were sick and surgery would bring an unknown risk The vet said there was a slim chance Like the usual medical script Uncertain and scared I couldn't bare To hear the panting from your chest All from too big an egg You couldn’t lay in your nest Your appetite was lost and I was at a loss I cupped you in my hands Warm and unharmed You were like snow melting away Drifting from my heart A change of season There was a reason For this lesson to be learned You held on for the holidays to make our last memories When the day of your dying came It sure left me crying But I know that you are...still flying