Seeker Poem by Barry Middleton

hope abides in the hunt
with will and doubt

when the panther springs
it gives its all

still the prey slips the trap
glancing back to mock


discouragement passes
hunger fires aspiration

treasure is within reach
though defeat stalks

the victory is simplicity
passion and need fulfilled


the patient wildcat prowls
guided by his dreams

far from all arrogance
the hidden prize awaits

success is beyond the hill
beyond the final test