A Second Chance To Live

I saw the bird once and it sang to me.

I didn't want it to go.

I asked and pleadedbut it was sad to see

And so I let it know.

"I will be ready the next time you comeI promise."

It's eyes widened and it left singing no more.

O great Phoenix! Thank you for another chance!

And that's when I opened my eyes.

To my surprise I saw the fire dance.