THE CARDINAL AND THE OWL
By Walker Toppins 2023

The Cardinal and the  Owl 

As the cardinal flew over the golden fields of corn,

We have to begin to mourn,

The cardinal met a new freind,

A freind ship that will never bend,

As she met the owl,

Those we love don’t go away,
 .
They walk with us every day, 
 
Unseen, unheard,

But always near

Still loved

Still missed

And very dear

As they reunited 

The vows of freind ship and love

Were recited

When the trip begin 

She had no true freind

As she met the owl,

Those we love don’t go away, 

they walk beside us every day

Unseen 

Un heard

But always near

Still loved

Still missed 

And very dear,

Strawberry, Blueberry

Many more that very,

Fields they flew over

As the land formation changed,

Grass changed to boulder,
 
Wing on wing ,

She remember not long ago,

When the cardinal met the owl,

Those we love don’t go away,

They walk beside us every day, 

Unseen

Un heard

But Always near,

Still loved

Still missed

And very dear

They lived together for a life

The cardinal as the owl’s wife

As they lived in one home,

With children’s hair to comb

With the boulders disappearing,

We find the pain unbarring,

So does she when she remembers

When she lost the owl

Those we love don’t go away,

They walk beside us every day

Unseen unheard

But always near 

Still loved

Still missed

And very dear

As the cardinal sits with the owl on a perch

Of an old birch

The owl says

‘’We will fly high,

And fly while others pass by.’’

And the cardinal says

‘’As we fly into the abyss’

Others will be missed’’

They flew as she remembered 

When she flew with the owl,

Those we love don’t go away 

They walk beside us every day

Unseen unheard but always near

Still loved

Still missed

And very dear

Same with the owl and the cardinal 



The Cardinal and The Owl

Red cardinal flying over golden fields of corn with a longing expression

Once upon a time, a red cardinal flew over golden fields of corn. She felt a bit lonely, wishing for a true friend. One day, she met a wise barn owl sitting on a tree branch. They greeted each other and started talking. Instantly, they felt a strong bond forming between them.

Meeting a Friend

Cardinal and owl flying over strawberry and blueberry patches, both looking joyful

The cardinal and the owl decided to explore the fields together. They flew over strawberry and blueberry patches, enjoying the sweet scents. The cardinal felt happier than ever with her new friend. The owl shared stories of his nighttime adventures. They realized they had so much to learn from each other.

New Adventures

Cardinal and owl navigating rocky boulders, with the cardinal looking a bit scared and the owl looking reassuring

As they flew further, the landscape began to change. The grassy fields turned into rocky boulders. The cardinal felt a bit scared, but the owl reassured her. Together, they navigated the new terrain. The cardinal admired the owl's bravery and wisdom.

Changing Landscapes

Cardinal and owl sitting on a tree branch, sharing stories with content expressions

The more time they spent together, the stronger their bond grew. They shared stories, dreams, and hopes. The cardinal realized she had found a friend who truly understood her. The owl felt the same way. They promised to always be there for each other.

Deeper Bond

Cardinal and owl building a nest together in a cozy tree, looking happy

The cardinal and the owl decided to build a home together. They found a cozy tree and made it their own. Soon, they had little ones with feathers to comb. Their home was filled with love and laughter. They felt complete and happy.

Building a Home

Cardinal sitting alone in the nest, looking sad and thoughtful

One day, the owl flew away and didn't return. The cardinal felt a deep pain in her heart. She missed her friend terribly. But she remembered his words, 'Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.' She felt his presence near her, even though she couldn't see him.

Facing Loss

Cardinal sitting on a perch of an old birch tree, looking nostalgic

The cardinal often sat on a perch of an old birch tree. She thought about the owl and their wonderful times together. She whispered to herself, 'We will fly high, and fly while others pass by.' She knew their friendship and love would never fade. It made her feel strong and loved.

Remembering Love

Cardinal flying through the sky with a serene expression, feeling the owl's spirit beside her

One evening, the cardinal felt a gentle breeze. She spread her wings and took flight. She felt the owl's spirit flying beside her. Together, they soared through the sky, feeling free and happy. The cardinal knew their bond would last forever, unseen but always near.