Perils

Away from the freezing cold Away from the conifers Arduous journey in search of warmth Tireless flight with hope in heart Heat and storm so harsh to survive Awful weather dispersed them all Twittering of birds heard no more No trees to sway in the wind Gurgling and splashing waters lost Wide eyed owls fluttering around The predators to hunt in the dark Cacti and bushes are only to perch They prick and hurt make me cry Wounded wings no more I can fly Memories of home where I belong Yearn to fly back crept inside.