by Jim Ross
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July 9, 2006

Pulling Free (Tanka)

August 18, 2006 11:51 PM EDT (Updated: August 18, 2006 11:52 PM EDT)
views: 18 | rating: 10/10 (4 votes) | comments: 9

Inspired by my friend, Liz, who is learning to fly but who already knows its beauty

 

Pulling Free

 

High wings shade keen eyes

Masked behind smoky glasses

While arms tug the yoke

And spun black tires peel from Earth

A gap that grows with the climb

 

© 2006 Jim Ross

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Comments: 9

David D. Gilbaugh Aug 18, 2006, 11:56pm EDT
This is dream talk to me. I love to fly, but rarely have the opportunity to do so. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to do the next best thing, imagine I am flying, on the wings of a morning sparrow.
Jim Ross Aug 19, 2006, 12:28am EDT
My pleasure. You've picked a great time of day for your flight, and a perky host to explore the ether with.
Marinela Kotsina Aug 19, 2006, 1:44am EDT
wonderful Jim
thanks
Carol Roach Aug 19, 2006, 1:49am EDT
I would love to fly like a bird and be free, free, free.
Stephen McAllister Aug 19, 2006, 7:40am EDT
You captured it beautifully Jim.
Edward Nudelman Aug 19, 2006, 9:23am EDT
Lift off... superb. I'm flying high.
John L. Aug 19, 2006, 11:30am EDT
what a trip...and no baggage claim check. Thanks Jim

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