Clear Sky, Clear Heart (inspired by I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings)

I know why...the sky is clear

I know that it understands it is unchained and sheer

I don't know why all hearts can't be in that way the same

Birds know that the self is not meant to be tame

Being caged is a heart of restriction and fears

Freedom is knowing you love, are loved, and shed human tears

Singing once of free laughter and a friend's sipped wine

I sing now of a heart unwrapped from foul twine

Flying to reach other hearts and have them reach you

Fly away from your rules and doubt

Anyone can raise their head and stand

Strong, human, and stout