The Shadow Valley

Unfamiliar sounds and smells
A path not known before
Occasional fragments of light break through
Offering hope
The sun hidden
The air damp and melancholy

Still, the steps must be taken

Doubt, insecurity, loneliness
The path that isn't obvious, is most uneasy
No one to lead,
No comfort in following another's steps
Alone in the journey

Still, the steps must be taken

A bird sings a joyful song
Offering hope
Another step cautiously taken
The journey continues
Fear chooses to motivate, not paralyze
No valley continues forever
Offers reassurance

Another step must be taken
More lies ahead than just the Shadow Valley