Choices

Two birds left the nest after they had learned to fly, 

setting off to find what the world has got to give. 

Each had what it takes to ascend into the sky,

but each bird also had different reasons why they lived. 

 

One lived a life to soar above, his days spent in the air. 

The other lived to gather in and build a stable home. 

One was carefree enjoying daily views beyond compare. 

The other busy always finding better sticks and stones. 

 

As time went on, the bird who soared had many tales to tell,

all his adventures often were the envy of the cast. 

But time, it never stops so when his final moments fell

he was alone when he slipped silently into the past. 

 

The bird who built a home found love and raised a family.

He spent his days so busy, with his daughters and his sons. 

From time to time he thought of all the views he didn’t see. 

But he thought it was worth it, for he knew when he was done

 

he’d leave a heritage behind. Those who would carry on,

a family and a legacy to stand the test of time. 

Now time has passed, this tale has since become an old folk song, 

something that we can sing as we consider and align

 

the choices that we make with what we want to get from life.

It is true our lives are nothing but the choices that me make.

They add up to what is to us - the sharp edge of the knife.

So, make your choices carefully, I plead for goodness' sake.