Me Against the Mountain

The Magic of Rock Climbing

By Lisa R BarryPublished about a year ago • 1 min read

The author climbing Annapolis Rock (Appalachian Trail) in Maryland, 2008

Searching for a hold

My strength against the mountain’s

Conquering my doubt

nature poetry

About the Creator

Lisa R Barry

After 25 years as a college professor, I left the academy in 2020. I published Stop Hating Your Job. I am now focusing on my writing career, hoping to make a living doing what I love. Activist. Ally. Feminist.

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Jay Kantor5 months ago
Dear Lisa - "Climb every Mountain" a 'Lifetime' Task. Jay, Jay Kantor - Vocal Village Community -
Zakiya Hakizimana about a year ago
Love this Haiku!!

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