rrodriguez

I See the Mountains

I see before me the heaven-touching mountains

like rows of thorns

Against the sky\'s silky blue dress,

 

Swollen, with trees, with swirling birds,

Singing in symphony, colorfully dressed,

 

Mountains that worship God all day,

And lift their strong arms in praise,

 

Mountains that on foggy days

Hide in the mist to play,

 

Upon whose trails to the peak dwells

The legendary figure of Urayoán,

 

Looming, scouring serene

Far, far into the horizon

Wondering what has become of Borinquen,

 

Mountains, giants, silent witnesses

Symbol of strength and character.