Walking Wise

When I was young 
I would walk through woods
with stick in hand and six foot tall
no fear of things
that might or could
stand in my way
or make me fall

But now, years wiser
or so I think
watch each step
for root or stone
and think my journey
twice as sweet
for knowing 
I don't walk alone

Now, there are hurdles in my path
that seek to stop 
and stay my step
But need no stick,
to help me stand
I just reach up
       and take,
          Gods hand
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Walsh Avatar
April 15, 2024 at 11:47 AM
What a beautifully crafted piece I love it, Jerry.
Maverick Avatar
March 3, 2024 at 11:35 PM
Great piece to read today Jerry.'
Lyle Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 1:15 PM
Tree mendous poem Jerry
Anaya Avatar
December 11, 2022 at 9:08 AM
The perfect ending to any story!
Sands Avatar
December 11, 2022 at 8:05 AM
I like this and great ending. Well done :)
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