By ladyinwaiting
Date: 2003 Feb 06
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Journey

As I travel through life
I see the road leading forward,
I view the mountain that touches the sunset.

I work desperately to get to the top of that mountain,
praying to touch the beauty that is placed before me.

I climb feverishly,
withstanding the obstacles, detours and pain
that I must endure to reach the top.

I fall along the way,
but I fall forward still gaining ground.
I have the bruises, abrasions, and scars
to prove the journey has been tough.

I reach the top
and I realize it is only the top of a mountain.
I gaze forward in disappointment
when I see the next mountain
that touches the sunset.

I suddenly become aware
that the struggle is still before me;
therefore,
I gear up once again
for the easy ride down
as it prepares me for the next climb,
knowing eventually I will touch the beauty
if I continue forward and keep my eye on the goal.

Oct '95