The Fairies of the Glen

Right at the foot of Knocknarea
the ramblers hesitate:
hidden amongst the thicket stands
a rusty iron gate.

It looks like it is leading nowhere,
but there’s a path that will
show you a world outside this world
where Time and Earth stand still.

Thatched by enormous trees that witnessed
the Dawn of Humankind,
the Glen reveals a rugged beauty
that captures eye and mind.

Dwarfed by the soaring walls through which
you glimpse at distant skies,
you feel that in the undergrowth
there are a thousand eyes.

Wading through grass and mud, you quickly
sense with each breath anew
the presence of the Little People
who keep their eyes on you.

Although they hide and will not show
themselves to any man,
you know you’re closely being watched by
the Fairies of the Glen.

And as you leave this magic place,
it whispers in the fern:
‘All those who don’t disturb our peace
are welcome to return!