hands

I move forward
changing my landscape and perspective
with every step

i could have done it without you
the path was just as steep
the rocks just as jagged

you had my back
with your hand resting on my shoulder
in case

i heard your applause
i felt your approval
it brought the mountain closer
it made my steps closer
and now

i stand on the springboard edge
my toes wrapped around
gripping tightly
to the rocks
that you are

i could have made it this far without you
but you made the journey
with me
and this view
this landscape
is infinite

thank-you
for your hand
uphill
thank-you