One More River To Cross Poem by Marsha Youree

I have crossed so many rivers

As I've roamed upon this earth

I have seen a world of wonders

I have known a baby's birth.



I have scaled a mighty mountain

Walked in valleys down below

Stood in meadows filled with clover

Saw canyons filled with snow.


I have known the bliss of springtime

Smelled the roses on the vine

Seen the golden leaves of autumn

Tasted grapes upon the vine.


Felt the glowing warmth of sunshine

I have walked within the light

I have known the chill of winter

And a flock of bird in flight.


I have traveled to some countries

Took me far away from home

I have lost so many loved ones

So much sorrow, I have known.



I have used the gift of wisdom

Many lessons, I did learn

I have read the Holy Bible

For its truth, my mind does yearn.


I have stood within still waters

I have swam a troubled sea

I have faced a raging current

As I felt its pull on me.


I have known some years of splendor

In the many years gone by

But now, I'm old and feeble

And I'm not afraid to die.


I have lived a life of challenge

I've been tempted, turned and tossed

But a Lighthouse beckons to me

I have one more bridge to cross.