-Night is Done-Night is done, gone the moon, gone the starsFrom the skies.Fades the black of the nightComes the morn with rosy light.Fold your wings, go to sleep,Rest your gizzards,Safe you'll be for the day.Glaux is nigh.Far away is First Black,But it shall seep backOver fieldOver flowerIn twilight hour.We are home in our tree.We are owls, we are free.As we go, this we knowGlaux is nigh.

πŸ“– Kathryn Lasky

🌍 American  |  πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Author

πŸŽ‚ June 24, 1944
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The poem "Night is Done" reflects a transition from night to day, symbolized by the departure of the moon and stars. It conveys a sense of peace as the dawn brings rosy light, urging the creatures of the night, like owls, to rest safely. The imagery of folding wings and resting gizzards illustrates the comfort of returning home to their tree, embracing the safety and tranquility that morning brings.

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