Somewhere, far beyond the sky,
Fledglings by the millions fly -
Testing wings and tasting winds,
Preparing for the foreign lands.
Autumn will at last arrive.
Birds - and we - will just survive
All the travails of the sky,
Of the earth that passes by.
Every breeze, each breath of air
Shall guide our wings to lands afar.
Weep not, neither wait:
Wings and winds will guide
You to the southern gate,
Where in green meadows
You may joyfully reside
In white wings' shadows.
2006
To Susie Gharib
These words have wings, Will, to convey their inspiring message. This is a fine tribute to a gifted poetess. Warm regards, Sandra
Another astonishing example of your skills and empathy Will. Every line contributes magic to this euphonious elegy. jim
another of my favs...each time I read it there is some small new element found. captivating flow with deep undertones. beautiful work, Will. -Tailor
Excellent! A really sensitive feel to it, while capturing the unsettled feel of migration. Thoroughly enjoyed. Patrick
Thanks for sharing Will, this is a fabulous piece---Melvina
This poem has indeed taken wings and flown south to warmer heartlands! ! What a fine way and metaphor for conveying a beautiful message to a beautiful person... Sir, In awe of your fine talent. TO
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Awesome write by our fine wordsmith Sir Will Thankyou for sharing such a wonderful piece Love duncan XXX