Vessels Journey

Born a soul into a vessel of life Innocent and pure a spirit riding its ship The maiden voyage launches without major strife Where will it guide ones wondrous trip? The path of night or path of day? Traveling along every twist and turn Is it the path where all its dreams lay? For what end destiny does the heart yearn? Guiding forces often push one down unintended trail Heavy burdens carried on vessel’s back Guideposts and lurking shadows do not avail Waiting weather and hidden beasts do attack Sherpas help keep vessels moving along Opening canopy signals the right way Guiding vessel toward the summit where it does belong Vistas become available with the light of day All senses absorb the astounding view Site, sound and touch are at their peak Framed portraits both old and new While embracing the ultimate destination you seek By: Richard J. Long December 2011 What has Nature to teach us in regards to the Soul?