skyler

She's been given the go-ahead 

to freely explore outside

away from the confines of the house

where she's been cooped up for months

waiting and waiting

for this day.

When she heard the tweet of a bird

she chased it

instinctively.

She was up high on the dividing wall 

when she peered over

quietly gazing at the neighbor's dog

wondering.

Curious.

Taking it all in.

Skyler stood there

soaking up the sun,

its warmth

and enjoying the freedom 

of being free.