Why the Caged Bird Sings

Do you know why the caged bird sings?
 She sings because of little things;
A meal of worms, a bright blue sky,
 The sounds of freedom ever nigh.
Of simple things that set apart;
 She sings because it's in her heart.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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June 23, 2010 at 11:45 AM
This is still one of my favorite poems written by you Ashley. Love, Carol
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August 6, 2009 at 10:59 AM
I am reading my favorite poems today and just wanted to let you know this is still a favorite to me Ashley. Love, Carol
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