The Traveller

It's all about resting
and waiting
and feeling safe
Tucked up against the cold
Sheltered from the sun
Shielded from the storm
Cocooned against the raging winds
on the desolate moor

The weary traveller
urged to pause
Nothing to be gained
No victory to be won
from battling on
Whilst a refuge lies ahead
Inviting; warm
A quiet place to rest awhile

Take some food; drink
Here: sit beside the fire
Sleep
Be refreshed
Restored
Before you take up
your journey once again