From the highest peaks
Where only eagles dare to nest
I swept down, on wings spanning the world
To where men gaze at the heavens
For starry signs and portents

What foolish recklessness!
Now I am trapped
In this tiny space
Outwitted by a mere mortal
And brought to these strange skies

You will not see me
Not taste or hear me
Perhaps not even feel me
Yet if you let me out
I will escape, blend in
Immediately with the world around us
Maybe you will feel me
Brushing lightly against your cheek
A kiss of thanks before I go
Are we not then, despite all else
Alike, you and I?
Will you not then, in the end
Set me free?