Reepicheep

I.
Vain and proud, yet truly, wholly loved,
Ever courageous and honorable,
He sought the end of the earth.
Fearless and seeking, he missed—
Salvation was easier.
In the end he was satisfied,
His seeking returned dividends,
And the gallant, furry mouse
Found happiness in Aslan's country.

II.
Twenty years ago or so I wrote Reepicheep a poem,
And was surprised to find, when I read it now,
That not only do I still like this first poetic attempt,
But young me was dealing with the same things
I am now:
Happiness. Reward. Love. Salvation.

Perhaps these are the essentials of life.
Spend your decades and dig deep.