I saw a bird today,
That, before, I'd never seen.
It graced the sky with wings of white
In purity serene.
...
The lolloping ladybird larva
Stands and raises it arms:
"Lord, O Lord, I'd much rather
Be dead than cope with these qualms! "
...
Bird
I saw a bird today,
That, before, I'd never seen.
It graced the sky with wings of white
In purity serene.
I saw a bird today,
Not as nimble as the rest,
But it split the air upon the wing;
As skilful as the best.
I saw a bird today,
Singing loudly in a tree
And from its happy chatter
Came the sweetest melody,
I saw a bird today,
And today it did depart,
To soar the heavens with its own kind,
But ever in my heart.
(09/03/07)