Descent and ascent

Having wandered through the cracks and crevices ambled through the depths scared my hands and soul wrestled with wisdom’s lies I surrendered Slowly examined the terrain chose an unmarked trail climbed, faltered, hung on cursing my fate yet never losing sight of the next hand hold that glimmer of sunlight teasing the peak Reflecting On the scarred reminders I sit higher on the mountain ever envious of its peak Its promise of safety Its challenge of success Not yet At peace With the mountain Or myself