In Praise of the Bridges

In praise of the bridges we cross to meet one another,
to talk, to argue, to embrace.
In praise of the people who built the bridges,
with their money, their time and their hope.
In praise of the people who cross the bridges,
to learn, to explore, to adventure.
In praise of the leaders who show them the way,
In praise of the parents who encourage and support,
In praise of the government missions.
In praise of the teachers, the preachers, the guides and the speakers,
The organizations, the clubs and the groups.
In praise of communities everywhere,
Who open their homes, their tables, their arms,
And share thoughts and ideas and concern for each other.
It matters, it works,
I am sure.