How Long does the River Run?

How Long does the River Run?

How long does the river run?

Will it ever find the sea?

If I follow its winding curves,

Will the river set me free?

How tall does the sycamore spread?

Will it ever cease to grow?

If I climb its silver branches,

Will I see what it will show?

How far does the north wind carry?

Will it ever come to rest?

If I give my heart to Nor’easter,

Will it fill my empty chest?

How steep does the mountain climb?

Will it ever touch the sky?

If I reach its snowy summit,

Will I hear the heavens cry?

How wide does the sunlight shine?

Will it fill the whole world ‘round?

If I bathe in rays of sunlight,

Will peace and life be found?

How long does the river run?

The river runs forever

                                                - Piper Quinn