Going solo can be frightening for all parties involved. As always, an excellent write.

I often feel this way about my daughter. One person, though, motivated, can move mountains. Nature does everything in abundance. This, in order to find that diamond in the rough. Will this person be the one?? Maybe. Could be. Why not? Great poem!!

your thoughts captured beautifully in this poetic expression Jude -- to solo, to soar, to be as one with the sky to learn of the treacheries out there that lie -- peace and love my friend -- Jon Michael

Very well said, Jude. Those precious babies grow, learn, and move off into the world with their own wings--we can't forget who helped them learn to fly! e

So much is said in these few lines. Magnificent work, my friend!

Stated with the hopeful, loving perfection that can only come from an awe struck father. It is sad, in a way, to see them so grown up and no longer in need of our kisses on bruised knees and our arms as balms for broken hearts. On the other side of it, it is breathtaking to see them so beautiful, alive and full of hope. It reminds us of the unsquashable spirit we once had, before we learned about all the twists and turns that would make up our lifetime...yet, there is a beauty in the journey that becomes so much more than the reaching of our pre-set goals could ever match. Wonderful and heart-warming offering, Jude.
Take care,
Sherry

Beautifully said, Jude. When I read the last two lines,
I think of my twin granddaughters who will be 12 in June.
-gene.

Jude, wonderfully written, one would hope to know more about those 'holes in the sky.' Escellent!

Cheers,
Dan

Tender loving Verses
Ch'erie

... or the skies heavy and the earth full of holes in my own recent experience! :)) This is heart-achingly beautiful, Jude. Every Daddy has such starry-eyed and romanticised belief sorrounding his daughter and I truly believe that it is this that gives each little girl wings and the ability to fly. That's perhaps why those of us who "never had one" may be very late in attaining spiritual and emotional maturity. But, with you as navigator and father, she'll learn pretty darn quick, right? And fly straight,true and with confidence. She's a lucky girl.

But, on more objective musing, if this is a Petra Pan, then perhaps she will forever continue to fly solitary, protected by her dreams and the denial of the actuality of fear and danger around her. And, if this is a Cinderella who is not unaccustomed to hardships and forces out to bring her down, then she will already know that she is already raised to Princess-status purely on the grace, beauty, strength and goodwill invested in her by others. Such a one can never be or even feel alone. And her teachable spirit and humility of mind and soul will rise protected on the warm currents of air she knows to be supplied by the love and tender feelings afforded to her by words such as these. Personally, I love this write. Thank you. xx

and yet dreamers must learn to navigate about all those holes if flying alone is ever to be joyful...
a tender write, jude.
be well,
carolyn

pride shows and warms the heart, like a protective father

Like watching a young flower unfurl its petals, always in amazement....

Be always safe,
Karen

This is magnificent Jude,and if it is for your daughter,she will cherish it forever! As I've said before, you have a splendid way with words that arn unique,which makes everything you say very special!

ET

"...yet the world is heavy and the sky, full of holes and she has much to learn on flying alone." Incredible line, Jude! This tender poem ends with fatherly concern about someone(your daughter?)who is much loved. Beauty! Regards, Lin

"the world is heavy and the sky, full of holes" What a stunning statement! After 24 years, I'm still a Mom looking out for all the holes she might not see. Good to read you again.

Carmen

....as as one takes their wings to a new height...we simply take flight in our hearts!

Brilliant. I have no fear of flying. It's the sex I'm (most fathers) am worried about. ;-)

I'm not a father--just feel their pain.

Ron

Jude,
This is absolutely stunning. Much love and warm emotions are found in your words. Letting go of our children is difficult, because we always want to protect and watch over them. But with that letting go, that child becomes free to find who they are and make a difference in our confusing and scary world. If we did our job right, they will find their way with out too many bumps. I feel that you did your job well.

Much peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"

I always come away with something profound from your poems - today, it's 'the world is heavy, and the sky, full of holes'

Only fathers of daughters have the privilege to enter that world of giggles, face exploring little hands and inconsolable weeping.
Then, they grow, and daddy becomes the crutches that they don't need anymore.
Thanks for the memories.

Georg

An accurate description of the young beauties who are seeking to build their niche in the world.

I, like fee, immediately thought of my daughter who is now an adult-

Once again you reach into our minds and hearts and touch the fiber of our imagination. I think this will be read and interpreted in many ways but to me it reminds me of my daughter and how I have watched her from infant to present and all the miracles of life she has lived to become the wonderful woman she is today. thanks Jude for putting into words what I would love to say to her...

fee

Jude, I'm imagining that you wrote this for your daughter, but maybe not. In any case, this is written so beautifully and says so much about the world in general, let alone anything that we may come into it with. Beautiful piece.

Didn't we all have much to learn when first we left the "womb" of dad & mom's protection...I for one was a slow learner, my dad & mom were STUCK with me till I was like in my late 20's, LOL...with your intelligence as a part of her (if she is your daughter) I am sure she will soar...I wish her much luck and happiness...Ed & Rufuz

A beautiful poem. Was this written for your daughter?