I am Reed.  Long and slender.  Bowing in the wind.  Dancing in the water.

         I am Reed.  My home beside the water's edge is touched by all of Life.  The cattle come to drink by me.  The fish hide among my feet.  The birds light gently on my head.

         I am Reed.  I love my Life beside the bank.  Growing in the sun.  Anchored in the water.  Listening to the song of Life.  Joining in the chorus.

         I am Reed.  Make of me a whistle clear.  Make of me a basket.  Let me live beyond my span.  Let me give to every man.

         I am Reed.  Long and slender.  Dancing in the wind.  Bowing in the water.