She came to me
Like morning birds
After a long night
When the dogs barked
But couldn't get at it
 
Yes, like morning birds
A chorus of song
Bright and beautiful
When the sun hovers
Just below the horizon
 
Oh, sweet morning birds!
Though the dogs still bark
It could be petting them now
And they wouldn't know the difference
For all they're worth
 
It changes when she hears the song

-- for Robert Bly