It is free
A bird flying past the clouds
New
Like the first daffodil in spring
Soft and gentle
Like the first winter snow
Hopeful
Like waiting for a letter
or a present on a birthday

Like the beginning of summer
It is joyous.
Changes
As do the leaves in the fall
Refreshing
Like jumping in water on a hot day
Adventurous
Like exploring a new land

It saddens
As the call of a lone wolf
It’s beautiful
A butterfly sitting on a bright flower
It’s unknown
Like the depths of the ocean

or a far off star
Rare
Like an endangered species
Intelligent
Like a wise, old elephant
It should be cherished
Like the most precious of gems

Love is love and will always find a way if it is meant to be.