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The Bridge
Unbroken from an unseen horizon
Paved by our deciding
The road has been long
Longer than the memory of walking
But the road always led to the bridge
You can reach it together or alone
Stepping lightly or carrying stone
But none may go in your stead
And none may shoulder your load
The bridge casts shade
Sinister to the sun or heat’s relief
Decision made along your path
But the far side unburdens you of (dis)belief
In crossing the bridge
There is no choice
But no need to hasten
Nor harken to fear-filled voice
Beautiful mystery
You can’t see across
Until your feet tread the wood
And all behind you is lost
