My heart is a feather. My spirit soars with
new endeavours. Liberated from any trials,
my children comfortably soothed into
their futures.
A second life for me, or a ninth.
Free to pursue the bliss of each day.
No longer encumbered by hefty obligations.
My work is done.
The foundations are sound. The edifice raised
brick by brick will not topple at a mere
gust of wind. We are tethered to weather
a storm.
Nothing short of a cyclone can sweep us
away. A sound partnership cemented by
love has brought these years of joy.
The worst
of my dismay and dolour are behind.
The thrill is still beneath, graciously
awoken to carry me onwards until
the end.
©susanbauryrouchard