Map and compass,
Route and backpack,
Advice of seasoned pals —
Proof of seriousness,
Guarantees of an easy trek
That overcome any obstacle.

They wait impatiently,
Call and look out
At the final point
Success, praise and reward.
The pilgrim-seed
A chance arises to plant
In the best soil
In a loosened bed.

Spread yourself, little road,
Accompany us, little clouds, —
It is not a short journey.
For a Christian soul
There is need of support
From mother-earth and father-sky.