Lisa Bird
If I could fly – I would I would dart quickly from tree to tree I might land and sit But then I’d fly again Nearly forgetting the feet tucked up beneath me I would see the tops of trees And hide within the highest branches I would learn where to wait in the wind and rain Feel the sun’s warmth on my wings and the first drops of rain I would spread my wings and fly If I could fly – I would I’d fly with the wind Then I’d fly against it Testing the strength of my wings I’d skim the water of a lake Dart through the mist of waterfalls I would fly through the damp colors of the rainbows Bathing myself in colors Rejoicing in the return of sunshine If I could fly – I would I would soar high on the currents The air lifting me, carrying me I would rest; my wings outstretched And ride the momentum of wind and heights I would look down on tree tops Fly through the depths of clouds, just to see them from above I would savor the feeling of strength, wearing myself out The thrill of diving Th
