THE PILGRIMAGE

Out beyond the veil of blue 
From my perch in the clouds I see 
Rainbow vistas, birdsongs 
Calling out to me. 

Uncertain steps walk me down 
My feet as light as air 
I skip along a flowery path 
Breeze playing in my hair. 

Up and down the hills I tramp
Sun’s fiery breaths scorching me 
My steps are still sure and strong 
Fast tracking towards destiny. 

As hills fall away to flatter lands 
Fallen leaves cushion my way 
Sunshine, breezes, all walk me along 
But my feet, growing heavier by the day. 

I wonder where this path may lead 
But I pledge to keep going along 
If you're there to hold my hand sometimes 
And guide me with a coaxing song. 

I may parch in a barren desert land 
Or a sea might swamp me in 
Who knows what paths I need to trudge 
Till clouds once again veil me within. 

MS