I was relaxing outside with my siblings and friends
When I felt a light touch and began to descend
I lost my balance and fell all the way down
And was perplexed as I curiously looked around
Then a breeze came along and I was lifted up high
And through the air I floated as light as a sigh
Then I fell to the earth in a irregular sort of way
And stayed where I landed the rest of the day
The place where I landed was roomy and cool
I felt weak and tired like I needed to refuel
Warmer temperatures came the following dawn
And then I was buried next to the lawn
I was pushed down and down into the dark
And blanketed with something like you see in a park
I was down so low I couldn’t be seen
A bush was nearby and I think maybe a stream
This is where I stayed for a pretty long time
For awhile I just settled back in this brownish clime
And then I got restless and wanted to be out
I began to struggle and wished I could shout
I wanted to reach up and see all around
So I strained and fought to escape my bounds
I struggled and pushed with all of my might
And suddenly all around me was brightness and light
I felt free and at ease and as strong as could be
For I’d fought so hard, determined to be free
I stretched myself toward the warmth of the sun
My progress now was a satisfying one
I was reaching my potential—there were colorful hues
And people were drawn to all the red, white & blues
They said, “Isn’t she a pretty, colorful sight!”
And I cherished those words every day and night
My life continues now as a beautiful flower
I look forward to the sunshine and occasional shower
My surroundings are peaceful and lovely to see
And I feel I’ve been planted in the best place to be
I’m a mommy now – I’ve had little ones of my own
They have fallen away and now they are grown
They’re in new spaces in the yard next door
Spreading their brightness and beauty forevermore
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