The Onyx Bird

The saddest thing I ever saw Lay splattered on the floor An onyx bird with feathers sprawled I hoped he’d made heaven’s door. Although his mangled body lay Lifelessly on sad display. Those who passed didn’t seem dismayed But on the road he lay that day His eyes had lost all their light With his ability for flight. And now he rests in god's great might But still it is a saddened sight. Do believe me when I say That was not the tragic part. Because faithfully at his side There was a mournful chide, While ruby blood stains dried. Another onyx bird will bide. Forevermore she’ll always long For his beautiful melodic song. Until in heaven where they belong Both the onyx birds may soar like one.