Wings stretched open to the blue
Sky held breath as feathers flew
Lift began with trembling bone
Courage rose through air alone
No concern for fall or height
Spirit trusted morning light
Wind became a loyal guide
Fear dissolved in open stride
No applause in rising free
Not a choir not a plea
Only heartbeat finding song
Only sky to carry strong
Freedom never claims a crown
Flight resides beyond the ground
Rise by trusting unseen air—
Wings find lift when hearts dare