Spirit Animals In Flight
Twilight Flight by Monty Wright
What is life? It is the flash of a firefly in the night.
It is the breath of a buffalo in the wintertime.
It is the little shadow which runs across the grass
and loses itself in the sunset. – Crowfoot (Blackfoot warrior and orator)
I am life
created to praise my maker
in rising song,
faithful words,
poetic verse
and loving deeds.
Where I go my spirit animals lead,
but if I lose my way come night
or lose sight of where I came,
Dreams of fireflies will cover me in light
and an eagle's wings will lift me in flight.
Born in gentlest breeze,
floating on dainty wings.
I am taught by the firefly
to drift in serenity.
I follow, I lead, but I am never alone.
I feel freedom, creativity, new awakenings, and rebirth.
Inspired to fly,
my spirit is guided through darkness.
and where I land,
I am nested in the shadows
of an eagle keeping watch from above.
I am blessed by the eagle’s courage
that strengthens my spirit.
I am blessed by the firefly’s grace
that grants me peace.
Through their soaring eyes,
I am more aware
of beauty and danger on my path.
I value my victories,
dream of destinations,
and grow stronger from mistakes
drifting,
reaching,
climbing,
soaring.
The eagle guides me.
The firefly lights my way.
On life's journey,
I am lifted higher with every breath.
Until on wings, I am carried home.
Written 6/3/20 for Dear Heart’s
Spirit Animal Contest
Copyright © Rhonda Johnson-Saunders | Year Posted 2020
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