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Aloft: Inspiration from Birds
Aloft, I can see
the wide world spread before me.
Aloft, I am free.
Aloft, I can fly
the wide, blue expanse of sky,
watching clouds drift by.
Aloft, I can see
beyond triviality.
Aloft, I am free.
Aloft in sunbeams,
following free-flowing streams,
discovering dreams.
Aloft, I can see
worlds of possibility.
Aloft, I am free.
Copyright© 2024 by Cheryl Batavia
Gulf Coast Poet 
Beautiful. ❤️❤️
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Thank you so much, La Donna! 💕
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Thank you, Cheryl, for the beautiful poem written by your talented hand!
Joanna
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Thank you for your kind words, Joanna. It makes me happy that you like the poem! 💕
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It is easy to like your work, Cheryl, because it is so beautiful!
Joanna x
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A joy to read, Cheryl. Thank you! 🦅 Oh to be a bird! Thank you for the inspiration to imagine.
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Oh, yes, Michele! I often wish I could fly like the birds. Sometimes, I fly in my dreams, gliding serenely over beautiful nature scenes. 🕊️
I am so glad you enjoyed the poem. Have a blissful day! 💕
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To dream of the experience is the next best thing! Beautiful. 💖 Thank you and you too dear Cheryl! 🕊️
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I appreciate your thoughts on our feathery friends in this beautiful poem. There are many lessons that we can learn from these tiny creatures. Well penned, Cheryl 👏👏
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Nature is indeed a powerful teacher! There is much to be learned when we reflect on the behaviors of birds. 🕊️
Thank you for your kind words, KK! Hope your day is going well! ❤️
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You’re more than welcome, Cheryl!
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I enjoy watching birds glide … especially when it appears they are doing so just to have some fun. Thanks for capturing that.
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Frank, thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. Birds certainly seem to be having fun when they fly. Wish I could do it too! 😊
Have a beautiful day! 💕
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Inspiring, indeed. Thanks for sharing, Cheryl!
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Thank you, Paul. I am glad you enjoyed the poem. Have a great day! 😄
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Wow! Such a beautiful poem, Cheryl.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us!✨
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Thank you so much, Loku! 💕 It gives me pleasure that you enjoyed the poem.
All the best! 😊
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🙏🏼
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Beautiful poem and sentiment Cheryl. Wouldn’t it be nice to experience that for a day or two. Maggie
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Thank you ,Maggie for your kind words. Yes, I would love to fly, and sometimes, in my dreams, I do! 💕😊💕
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Beautiful.
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I just read your post about horseback riding therapy. My two daughters volunteer at a ranch in Texas that provides riding therapy for disabled people. I will have to tell them about the mechanical horse! 🐎
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Empowering final stanza! Beautiful. ❤️
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Thank you, Layla. So glad you enjoyed the poem. 🌹
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Your words really capture the feeling of freedom and limitless possibility. Loved this, Cheryl.
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Each line captured with exquisite freedom and joy, Cheryl! 💓
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Thank you for your beautiful comment, Cindy!💕❤️💕
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