Sarah Kirsch

Last night I awoke knew That I should say goodbye now To these verses. That's how it always goes After a few years. They have to get out Into the world. It's not possible to keep them Forever! here under the roof. Poor things. They must set out for town. A few will be allowed to return later. But most of them are still hanging around out there. Who knows what will become of them. Before they Find their peace.