two little birds play in the wind, fluttering through the trees and rustling the pale, pre autumn leaves. the steadily rising sun paints shadows and colors on her earthly canvas, there's not a cloud in the sky to block her as she makes the day warmer. a flock of seagulls scatter into the air as kids run on the track, racing to see who is faster. an open window lets cool air into the crowded room as students chatter among themselves, refusing to work. a muffled song wanders out through a girl's earbuds, her music playing loud as she attempts to drown them out. she clears her aching throat as she holds back her tears, not knowing why they're there. dark circles under her eyes, shaking hands, unsteady breaths. but she listens to her music, focusing on the beautiful day outside, and the music in her ears.
