Get her to be able to fly on her own, that was my job! She started this journey in my arms crying with dimples as deep as the sea. At that moment it seemed like a lifetime that would never get here, when she'd be all grown up and I would open my arms and let her fly. Small stages through the last 22 years I have been slowly lightening my grip, unclenching each finger that held her close. Seeing the strength in her wings get stronger. There were moments I tightened my grip whe