CARDINAL WORDS

A cardinal sat on her april perch
And sang out a melody

"That which is beautiful
   You cannot possess
   For that which is beautiful
   Possesses you!"

I cleared the mist in my eyes
And listened on...

"That which is the truth
   You need not justify
   For that which is the truth
   Seeks no proof!"

When I moved in closer
The farther she moved me

"That which is love
   You cannot command or contain
   For that which is love
   Gives without demands
   And transcends all bounds!"

She sang out one last verse
Before flying into the dawn

"That which is free
   You cannot acquire
   For that which is free
   Is free from acquisition
   Free of fear and retribution
   And free, free, free
   Even when caged!