Way

I’m now gliding 
having already soared
my wings once 
made for agility
have outgrown me 
for now they
lift and cruise 
almost as though 
those short-handled 
paddles that come 
with canoes have 
been replaced by 
long lanky oars
propelling me forward 
farther and quieter 
age does this 
I think learning 
that less effort 
doesn’t mean shorter 
distances it means 
an easier way