Every Second

The Red Road runs straight and trueAnd we are expected to Keep our footprints on it every step along the way Our life’s test is not a raceIt’s to maintain a state of grace Every second, every minute, every hour, every day There will be long slopes to climbAnd rugged spots from time to time Storms and floods and avalanches, it is fair to say Our task is to meet each testWith fortitude, to do our best Every second, every minute, every hour, every day We are allowed to rest awhileTake a seat upon a stile To bask in nature’s glory and smell the new-mown hay It’s no use to reach your goalIf beauty doesn’t stir your soul Every second, every minute, every hour, every day Sometimes you will need a handAt others you’ll be in command Of pilgrims who are weary and battered from the fray Whether you are up or downRemember all of us are one Every second, every minute, every hour, every day The Red Road is hard and farEven so, we never are Given tasks too difficult, or asked too much to pay Keep your faith in Spirit strongAnd you will be helped along Every second, every minute, every hour, every day Guidance is easy to findTrust your heart to lead your mind Put aside your ego, as when you kneel to pray Our power comes when our walkIs consistent with our talk Every second, every minute, every hour, every day All of us at times get lostAnd with no regard to cost Spirit is a shepherd who will hunt for every stray No matter where we might get shovedAll of us are always loved Every second, every minute, every hour, every day