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.