The flutter of wings across my face
I feel the rush of time and space
I can't believe we've reached this place so soon

Flight you can feel the air building
Flight up under your wings
and the anticipation
Flight unavoidably brings
The sky is asking a question
Flight is the answer you give

So why are these tears in my eyes
as I watch you fly away?

Flight after years of preparation
you stand poised at the edge of
Flight seeking new elevation
up and away from your place on the ledge
the pieces have all come together
you're so steady, so ready to go

So why are these tears in my eyes
as I watch you fly away?

Tears of joy, tears of pain
So much loss, so much to be gained
There's no easy way of letting go
Once it comes you can't say no

Flight is crazy and courageous
Flight is a beautiful thing
Flight is part of a natural progression
Flight is life unfolding it's wings
Flight is what you were made for
all that you are and I want you to be

So why are these tears in my eyes
as I watch you fly away?

Why are these tears in my eyes
as I watch you fly away?

I love you