Love Poem: The Spirit of Yosemite
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Written by: Tim Lopez

The Spirit of Yosemite

One of the best things about living in Yosemite, is the miles and miles of trails. I love to hike. Since I've been in Yosemite I have always hiked by myself. It clears my mind and helps me understand and get in touch with my thoughts, goals, and dreams.

On a hike back in Sept 2010, I took The Loop Trail its about 13.5 miles around the valley floor. It was during this hike, I found myself literally in the middle of  9 Mule Deer grazing along the side of the trail. As I looked around, I found I was the only one on the trail. No one else to share this experience with. As I walked with caution not to disturb there breakfast, I looked back at them, they continued to go about there meal. like I wasn't even there.

As I contnued on my walk, the beauty of Yosemite was all around me. I was inspired. At this moment I felt the Spirit of Yosemite all around me. Then saddness enter my soul, I wish I had that someone special to share it with. 

 

I took a walk today
I felt something within me
it was on this old trail
I found the spirit of yosemite

The falls were fallen
the rivers flowing
trapped in a dream of beauty
I closed my eyes, it was you I was holding

We walked along a vast meadows
as our inner desires began to roam
then kissing your soft lips
at the base of half dome

Sharing a blanket under a tree
then long walks hand and hand
I know the heart was meant for us
the heart of El Capitain

I took a walk today
i felt something strong with in me
It was my love for you
I found in the Spirit of Yosemite.