The Birth Mastered first the Earth touched its heart felt it strong. listened to its tale Wheeling hawk so high in the air smell of the earth told me this is where Feet touch this rock crafted by god's fire cold strength abides Flesh of earth's soul Steps along it's wonderous hand Long tour of goodly land Eyes rove seeing all challenges Mighty defense risen in dream Water to christen and sustain blessed lands cupping this hope heart feels free here this can be home By: Northern Mornings Castles of the Mind Collection