[This poem was first published as "Untitled" in Author/Poet and, later, in Merlin's Magic. It was included in my first poetry chapbook, "The Lady in the Pink Hat," Candor Press, 1969.]
Ahead there looms a mountain We see it in the sun A symbol of hope and beauty A laurel proudly won, A tall and stately statue To lift the soul's despair Clothed in strength and valor Bathed in crispy air. A monument to loftiness From Nature's gifted hands The length of darkened valley Majestic mountain spans. We choose the path we follow Our soul will stand the test Did we walk the valley Or the mountain crest? FIRST PLACE WINNER Brian Strand's Poetry Contest May 23, 2021 "All Yours" Poetry Contest sponsored by Brian Strand
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