Art by Caitlin

Art by Caitlin Large

I stare at thou,

Awakened and ready to fly free.

I hover over you in gratitude,

Wondering if I'm yet ready to fly away.

The air is offering much to discover,

I'm curious, yet uncertain.

I could never fully leave you behind,

As what you've shared will always fly with me.

Looking at this painting my daughter made for her father, I saw a bird amidst the bubbles and my thoughts wandered to the time when a child is preparing to leave the nest to follow their calling.