The Redemption
"...some birds aren't meant to be caged. Their feathers are just too bright..." - Red, Shawshank Redemption
He was bound in an iron chain
For singing song with sad refrain
The sight of truth was then so blind
And gust of wind was so unkind
In years that passed, he braved the pain
He did not long for any gain
He placed the fate of his salvation
In hands of time and sound volition
The fine bird then, hidden from light
Pounced its wings when time was right
For the gleam of its golden glow
Was not meant in cage of snow
Any bird that shines so bright
Will cast its blaze when held so tight
For, it was meant to show its flow
For the amber wind to blow
May 4, 2023
A Brian Strand Premiere No 1215 Poetry Contest (8th place)
Sponsored By: Brian Strand
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