over-joyous and
delighted. tears of joy for our cement.
gray, white, and navy blue:
it’s a feeling of feeling respected–
a feeling of unconditional trust.
empathy.
pave the path and let them go.
through the dirt
and coarse grass
where eagles scavenge
for their nests. this is home.
they are ready.
we are ready.
light the candle.
get dirty; go wash.