And don’t worry if it sinks somewhere along the way.
Write it and then let it go. Do it, come what may.
Don’t keep your words as prisoners. You must set them free
whether currents carry them far or stir them into the sea.
Write it and then set it free. Wave your last goodbye.
Fold it into a paper plane. Release it. Let it fly.
Or turn it into a paper kite, then cut off all the strings.
Write it and then let it fly on its own pair of wings.
Set it free and don’t worry if the wind tears it apart,
Even if you hid inside a small piece of your heart.
Although these words came through you, they’re not yours to hold.
They were sent to inspire, to comfort, and to mold.
So write it and don’t hesitate, send it promptly forth.
Wind and river will ensure that your words will find true north.
Thank you for reading! If you enjoyed this poem, there’s more.
