BY RAY WALKER
Alive, Awakened, and Amazed
This journey began as a maze of lost thoughts and feelings
I began trying to discover a dream that soon was followed by streams of joy
A stride of my emotional and physical strength began to form as I continuously made my way up the hill
I saw a light on the other side of the miraculous mountains
Denison…
To be a home to my voice of visionary inspiration
To create a lifestyle of love for everyone
Exceeding my expectations
Providing open opportunities all while communities of connectedness are constructed
This adventurous quest took confidence, courage, and curiosity
With the progression of time
I became comfortable expressing the charisma of my character
Everyday I’m gravitating and grabbing at my dream
Practicing and preaching greatness on every scene
The higher the hill
The tougher the climb
The more tenacious we become
While never forgetting where we come from
And although we all have a calling on this campus
We will encounter overwhelming situations and stressful circumstances
We mustn’t be afraid nor frantic
There is only room for facing our fears
This dream of mine is slowly but surely coming to fruition
Up and down we go, gradually going through growth
Memories are moving
Surroundings are soothing
And it’s time to start proving exactly what I can do
Starting to see through the once blurry paths as they become clear
My brand is beginning to blend among these individuals from all walks of life
The time to rise is now, it’s here…
On the Hill, My New Home
Denison!