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Standing At the Mountain

Standing at The Mountain There stood the great mountain— A Sisyphean challenge; A Job’s journey; A deferred dream’s destiny; Indeed, a Draconian feat. But there also stood the dreaming King; Tutored prodigy of the King of Kings; With eyes stayed on the prize, He smiled at death with God sent eyes. Yes, the King is dead But we’re looking ahead! We are the dream’s vision; Our children—its reality; Jacob’s ladder rises before us; Let’s get to climbing! “Only the dreamer dies…”

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Date: 1/16/2017 8:00:00 PM
Well written! Saving this one, Millard! 7
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Date: 1/17/2017 9:11:00 AM
Kim, thanks for the read and time taken to send feedback. Both are most appreciated. Peace and Love, Millard Lowe

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