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Tree Swallow

inspired by “Farewell,” a digital image by Sara G. Umemoto I fledged you from my open hand – feathers becoming wings outspreading. How do you teach yourself to fly? I feel your breath and pulse against my palm. How could I hold you? You disappear into sheer blue sky.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011




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