Mountains
APP-AH-LATCH-UH The mountains are a part of everyday life here, A living presence, family. Their outline is as familiar as breath Their steadfastness is as sure as death. A flat horizon has less mystery Stretching as far as the eye can see. Give me streams and rolling hills, Colorful autumn leaves to thrill - Staggering precipices For solemn emphasis What silence would reign without wind from the peaks, Rippling creeks, or each distinctive call of bird or beast. The mountains give strength With massive length And the wisdom of creation.
