I’ve reached the top of the ladder
A few times in my life
Only to find it wasn’t that grand
And often accompanied by strife
The next ladder top
That I hope to see
Does not revolve around work
This time what I aspire to be
Is an artist, an author, a mystic of sorts
Creativity combined with spirituality
Entertaining myself with learning
That ultimately encourages others
To brave their own ladders
And whatever they want….to be
E.A. Fussell
08/04/2018
E. A. Fussell 