The Gift

by besliter

The curtains part
and, for a moment,
I get to fly

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To feel the sun
touch another’s face
know the precious freedom
of being here

Written in response to the prompt “curtains,” by Kathy Jacobs.

And, I’m always grateful to our hosts, Kathy Jacobs, Harper Thorpe, and the entire Chalkboard team!