The mountain

Look at the mountain we all must climb it
But the mountain is steep and in a harsh climate
So naturally, we are in awe of those at the summit
"Look at them, they've actually done it!"

So we promote them, dote on them,
Swallow every word they've ever spoken
And there could well be wisdom in what they're spouting
But maybes there's more to a person than their height on the mountain

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Because some are pausing to put down rope
Helping those who are struggling to cope
Others have set up refreshment stations
Staying stationary providing aid with patience

So if you're carving paths for others to follow
Is it any wonder that you're going a little slow?
Or that those teaching wisely about the path ahead
May end up a little further back in their stead?

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There is certainly an achievement in climbing to the sky
But remember we need more than clouds to live by
What if instead we could appreciate what we've found
In those that help us all take some steps from the ground