The Dream of Flight

Ten long years have been worth it,
I’ve studied and I’ve fretted,
I’ve wrangled with coordinates,
Over examinations have I fretted.
I have spent tens of thousands,
I have worked day and night,
To obtain a pilot’s license,
And fulfil my dream of flight.
I have tandem piloted often,
I have passed every test,
Now I can officially fly solo,
The feeling will be the best.
And so I taxi down the runway,
Heeding the blue sky’s beckon,
There is no feeling like it,
Even in Heaven, I’d reckon.
I feel kin to the birds and clouds,
Gaining confidence fast,
When I have some company,
As a military plane comes past.
I see a wonder not expected,
Well, at least not so soon,
I am treated to a clear view,
Of a bright full moon.