Butterfly

Butterfly

Awkward
Movement slowed, gripped tight,
In a straight-jacket of pain.

Bending
An effort of will, forced round,
Sometimes too much.

Frustration
The need to escape, wrenched out,
Inner strength winning.

Curling
Close to the goal, comfort glimpsed,
The final heave down.

Freedom
Relaxed, graceful flowing glide,
In her natural element.

for Kath August 2007