I Saw The Birds

I saw the birds

flying home at twilight

sharp as arrows,

cutting through the sky,

swift and sure,

they vanished in the dusk

Beyond the edges

of my sight. 

How quickly they flew! 

And one of those birds

I saw,  it was you.

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Some just can't be tied to the nest...they must be free.

This poem reminds me of the place in Trinidad where we took a long boat ride and came out to this giant tree. At exactly 6:10 every evening, an entire flock of Scarlet Ibis would show up and land in the tree. They stayed for five minutes and then took off. One of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. Thanks for the reminder.
j.

[DIVYA]

Thank you, my friend. I'm so happy this brought back such a beautiful memory of yours.

[Chris Shaw]

Our avian friends are well worth the watching. I make a point of doing this each day. Your words here DIVYA,speak to me of the freedom of the skies. I love watching birds in flight. Some people can not be tied to one place, they take to their wings too and that can be so devastating for those who are more grounded. I appreciated some fine imagery in your words as well as being touched on an emotional level by the meaning. Hope all is good with you dear friend.

Chris

[DIVYA]

Indeed, dear Chris. Those people, like birds, grace our skies but fleetingly. Thank you for such an understanding and beautiful review. I've been fine. I've missed you very much. I hope you're doing wonderfully well and looking forward to great things ahead.
Much love always,
Divya

[Chris Shaw]

I am encouraged by your return. My visits to WC have been sporadic and poetry has been on the back burner. Maybe I’ll get some inspiration back. Pleased to hear that you are ok dear Divya. Fondest to you always 🌹

[DIVYA]

And me likewise, I'll be happier with you around, my friend.
Have a wonderful day, dear Chris!

[Neha agrawal]

This is a quietly breathtaking poem—short, poignant, and deeply moving.

[DIVYA]

Thank you Neha. :)