GOLDEN MOMENT (eagle in Glen Ogle)
Soaring, silent, watching,
I only just saw you
with those unmistakeable feathered fingers
outstretched
touching the wind
and inhaling the freedom
that is rightfully yours
the most majestic and handsome
creature to grace this land.
Your dark silhouette against
an open sky
was like a dramatic stage play
with you holding centre stage.
I have caught you on camera,
but only just,
there was no time for excitement
more an instant of disbelief
that I was honoured with your presence
as you soared, wings outstretched
up that silent valley,
unseen by others,
feared by many .
There can be no greater leveller
no greater comparison to be made,
forget the Prada handbags
the Gucci shoes, what are they
in comparison to you?
Can they ever compare?
Not in my mind,
but then you and I both understand
the value of freedom
for I am soaring with you
although my feet remain firmly
on the ground.
That is why as others raced by
I stopped and watched
because my heart embraced your wings
of freedom and smiled,
you and I both flying free,
you and I knowing and understanding.