Envy

Lord, I envy the bird
with who's powerful beat
sends it closer heavenward

every breath of heavenly air
exposes it more to you
and your mass of angels

I envy the grace
and power entwined
ability to soar

I envy its knowledge
of life above the earth
of which I know nothing

I envy the innocence
of one never wronged
of one never hurt

Lord, I envy the bird