A LONE RAVEN

In the 4 o’clock gray sky
A raven flew high to the 
North-northwest.
Where are you going?
Have you been out on a search?
Going home to say you 
Didn’t find a job today and
The soup is getting thin?
You make me feel lonely.
I’m down here working the earth.
No one around to say good job or
Tell me I’m doing it wrong.
The streets are quiet.
Little more sun will be seen.
You stay steady on course.
Family waiting, without a doubt.
Listen for your warning call.
You amaze me.
Give me hope.
All things possible, big or small.
I watch for just a while longer,
Until you are out of sight.
You have done a service for me.
Reaffirmed the importance of all action.
Never give up, even if the goal is distant.
You are a beautiful bird.
I wish you well on your solo,
Knowing we will all face the challenge at
Sometime or another.
When we do I hope we are
Filled with the courage I see in you

Stanski
October 4, 2021 ^