The Beginning At Last

Upon Mountain High

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Kevin
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A darkened night on mountain high

A raven’s view of Hell

I’ve seen this view a thousand times

Indeed I know it well

I watch the battles far below

They seem to never change

Crusades are launched in name of love

Sometimes in name of rage

Some battles I have taken up

Sometimes I’ve walked away

I’ve reveled in the glory

I’ve suffered through the pain

I’ve seen death you can’t imagine

Both friend and foe seen pass

I’ve seen some be forged like iron

Dreams a shattered looking glass

Here upon this mountain

I’ve seen the worst, I’ve seen the best

While this battle ever rages

I know my eyes will never rest

© The Beginning At Last

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25 responses to “Upon Mountain High”

  1. Melissa Avatar
    Melissa

    This is an amazing poem that really resonated with me. I have also witnessed a lot and fought through what felt like was hell, but I’m also still here standing on the mountain, always looking below and observing.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Melissa, thank you so much. I am very glad you like it. We all have our battles and I feel we can all relate to that feeling. The important thing is we never, ever give up.

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  2. Pooja G Avatar
    Pooja G

    Wow, really enjoyed the poem. I think it’s relatable to so many that have gone through tough times but are still pushing forward.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you so much, Pooja! I truly appreciate you reading it and I am glad you enjoyed it!

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      1. Pooja G Avatar
        Pooja G

        You’re very welcome!

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  3. Destiny Avatar
    Destiny

    beautifully expressed, Kevin.
    life in the living summed up…

    “Some battles I have taken up
    Sometimes I’ve walked away…”
    🤍🙏

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you, Destiny. Honestly, in looking back there are some I wish I had not taken up. They ultimately proved not worth it.

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      1. Destiny Avatar
        Destiny

        we tend to realise that too late 😬 but the lessons for such are for keeps…i suspect we will continue to take up some that are not worth it… the cycle is ongoing… to learn as we go along

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      2. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Well, I’ve never met a windmill I didn’t like to try fighting, so I am sure I will take up more lost causes before my time here is up. Even if it is against my better judgement lol

        That said, you observation that the lessons stay with us is true indeed.

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  4. Sushmita Sahay Avatar
    Sushmita Sahay

    This sounds like a Soldier 💪🪖 and I can very well relate to it.😃

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Good morning!
      Yes, I believe a lot of us can relate to this feeling. There are so many battles being fought every day. Large, small, public and personal. Some seen, some not. Thank you for reading!

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  5. Laura Avatar
    Laura

    Very deep, the battles in hearts and minds, and within our souls.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Everyone somewhere at some point by some kind of a battle

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  6. Drops of Ink Avatar
    Drops of Ink

    This poem demonstrates depth, expression, and strong composition. You’re amazing. 👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you, Phoebe.
      I’m really just a normal mug trying his best to get by at the end of the day, though. 😊

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  7. Destiny Avatar
    Destiny

    ongoing as it seems…🤍

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      The battle never stops…

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      1. Destiny Avatar
        Destiny

        true…🥴

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      2. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Maybe someday we’ll learn

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      3. Destiny Avatar
        Destiny

        it’s what we hope on…. someday

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      4. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Indeed

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  8. busybusylearning Avatar
    busybusylearning

    Wow, love this!

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you very much 😊 🙏

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  9. Pennize Pics Avatar
    Pennize Pics

    Wow! Just wow

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you 😊 🙏

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