Poem

I wrote this poem with my close friend and collaborator in arms, the lovely and talented Penny Granger. Please visit her web site to enjoy her wonderful writings. Thank you!

Hidden trails and waterfalls
Valleys green come summer sun
Mountain peaks donning white coats
Shedding streams, now just begun

Rocks of moss define my way
Stepping soft, balance in stride
Peacefulness surrounding me
Grace of God, nature my guide

Not the first to walk these paths
History, I recognize
Yet, with each hike I garner
Fresh beauty, feeding my eyes

Come with me, among the trees
Round the bend, another view
There’s so much here to enjoy
Soothe your soul, commence anew

© 2025 Phil Perkins


Into the Mystic, by Van Morrison (1970) – see lyrics here.


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26 responses to “Poem”

  1. Lovely Phil and Penny! 🩷

    1. Thank you for your kind words, my sweet friend Cindy ~ much appreciated! 💖

      1. You’re so welcome, Phil!!! 🤗

  2. There’s always a perfect time for everything, and all the best to both of you, Penn and Phil. Heartfelt poem!

    1. Sharing poetry with Penny is wonderful, indeed. Thanks so much, dear Hazel ~ have a blessed day! 🤗

      1. Have a blessed week, Phil. My pleasure

    2. Well done Phil!

      1. Thank you, dear Vincenza 🤗

  3. ‘Twas a pleasure to collaborate, my darling man, … though I’m sure you did the bulk of the poetry, …and of course, supplied the wonderful corresponding capture, photo wise, …and the music, …so, for my minuscule part, I accept ‘collaborator-in-arms’ (😉) amore mio, …❤️

    1. It was, indeed, amore mio, and your collaborative contributions were certainly an integral part of our creative poetic expression. I love your company and hope that we can get together and do it again in the future… ❤️

  4. beautifully done by you both, Phil…
    🤍

    1. Poetry with Penny is wonderful, and you’re a dear, Destiny ~ thanks so much… ✨🤗

      1. pleasure always…🤍🤗🙏

  5. I love this collaboration! Excellent!

    1. Thanks so much, dear Kymber. Penny and I had fun writing it, and I’m glad you liked it, too. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead 🙂

  6. Beautiful poem, and photograph! You and Penny make wonderful collaborators! 🤗

    1. You’re most kind, dear Lorri & thank you ~ I think so, too ✨🤗

  7. Lovely words and I think that’s one of my favourite photos of yours! It’s beautiful and makes me want to be there.

    1. So kind of you to say, dear Susan. It’s wonderful writing with Penny. This is part of the Appalachian Trail, leading me along this wonderful river to Laurel Falls. Glad you like it 🤗

  8. I love your poems, Phil. You and Penn, you are blessed together. Go on my friend.

    1. Much appreciated, Giannis. Thank you, my friend.

    1. You’re most kind, dear Sharon, and I’m glad you enjoy this poem, as do I in sharing photographs of some of the beauty areas I’ve hiked. Wishing you a wonderful Thursday! ✨🤗

  9. You are very welcome, dearest Phil! Beautiful poem and lovely photographs. Thanks for sharing. ☺ ♥

  10. Beautiful poem.

    1. I’m glad you like it, Vijay – thanks!

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