The Road To the Top

THE ROAD TO THE TOP

The road to the top is rugged
Full of extant dust and dread
Accommodating only the tough-minded
Who daily wear the toga of the dogged.

The road to the top is not for the smooth knees
Who cannot take the bull by its horns.
Many a time, labour must mix with prayers
If the wayfarer must have testimonies.

The road to the top is far and high
Breathing the breath of weariness to the thigh
Of the traveler not to further try to ply.

The road to the top is rough
But at the top lies the prize for the tough
So, take courage in your course so you can, at last, laugh.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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November 25, 2024 at 9:49 PM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
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March 8, 2016 at 10:57 AM
Seun, Enjoyed the way you expressed every line. Please keep writing, hope to see a new one from you again. LOVE LINDA
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January 10, 2016 at 2:36 PM
Hi Seun, I enjoyed reading your excellent poem today. Thanks for sharing..... Luv ~SKAT
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