Awakening

Wind rushing past her ears,
she falls towards the earth,
arms spread wide,
eyes closed against the dizzying height.
Her heart and mind are open,
poised, ready.

The weary traveller, finally,
opens her eyes,
blinking in the harsh light,
squinting, eyes watering.
She stretches her limbs,
shakes her head.
Realizes that the wind cushions her fall.
As she hurtles earthward,
her eyes focus.

And after a seemingly eternal
fear-imposed slumber,
she AWAKENS!

She has long been avoiding this free-fall,
for she knows the way will not be easy.
Courage, perseverance,
conviction, strength unwavering
are her weapons.

She is up for the challenge.