A staircase rises into the clouds,
Each step is a moment we live,
Some steps are heavy, filled with struggle,
Others are light, bringing joy and laughter.

We climb with hope in our hearts,
Sometimes we stumble and fall,
Yet we gather strength from those around us,
Their hands lift us, guiding us forward.

The view from above reveals our journey,
A ground of dreams and memories,
Each turn shows the beauty of life,
And the lessons learned along the way.

At the top, we find peace and reflection,
A place where all our efforts unite,
The staircase never truly ends,
It leads us to new beginnings, always.
© Nishmitha Kotian