Evening Observer Poem: Creeping Up the Stairs
A reflective verse recalls a weary night and a parent’s faith as a child ascends stairs step by step. The speaker finds courage in the child’s brave ascent and the line Tis step by step, with lands and feet, guiding endurance through daily life and trials. The poem blends fear, hope, and a quiet Christian message of perseverance.
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