Jennifer Jefferis
Nestled against the foothills
I live and rest at your feet
Buffeted by a silent strength
Sheltered with a quiet grace
An anchor in the storms
Protector of all who wander your slopes
Through centuries of storms and floods
You withstand.
Throughout the winds of time
These faithful hills remain sentinels of courage
Holding on through roots that stretch deep into the earth
I can only gaze at them in wonder
The plants cover you in seasonal blankets of color
Each one bringing fresh texture and splendor
The animals live and are sustained among them
A constant reminder of your gifts and vigilance over the land
In my mind’s eye I can envision you wherever I go
For you serve to remind me of an Eternal Spirit
And in the breadth of your arms as they stretch across the sky
You strengthen, protect and sustain all below
I have only to recognize such devotion
And as the clouds drift across your shoulders
Stand in awe
Inspired by all that rises above