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You are imperfect, permanently, and inevitably flawed. And you are beautiful. (Amy Bloom)

Like a Goldfinch

I look for the male goldfinch each Spring,

for the bright yellow feathers that say,

I am here and so is the warmth of a new season.

Yet, the goldfinch visits my feeder

all winter. He perches, dressed in drab,

everyday browns and grays.

In each season, whether white or green,

he flies away, thistle-seed fed.

One avian creature with

different-mood feathers.

I recognize warm seasons,

sun-colored birds, and blue skies.

And call them acceptable.

And yet, manure that creates roses

irritates my sensibilities.

Welcome, Mr. Goldfinch

in whatever suit you wear.

I hope to embrace my grayer feathers

with equal enthusiasm.

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