Lately, I've been feeling quite lazy
But I know I must not be hazy
I must climb up a tall ladder
And not be late like the Mad Hatter

I'll lead the way, with a big smile
And laugh and sing all the while
A lady on the land below
Will watch me climb, she'll say "Oh, how slow!"

But I won't mind, I'll take my time
For up here, the view is divine
The land is large, the sky is vast
And I'll keep climbing, until the very last

And when I reach the top, I'll stand
With my lamp held high in my hand
I'll light the way for all to see
The beauty that surrounds you and me.

Reflections

1. How do you feel when you are feeling lazy?
2. What are some things you can do to overcome laziness?
3. How does the poem make you feel about climbing a ladder?
4. Why is it important to lead the way and not be late?
5. What can we learn from the lady watching from below?
6. What do you think the view looks like from the top of the ladder?
7. Why is it important to keep climbing until the very last?
8. How does it feel to reach the top and accomplish something challenging?
9. What do you think the lamp symbolizes in the poem?
10. How can we apply the message of the poem to our own lives?