In Scotland's Hills

I joined the march at Hogmanay,
Twa ranks o pipers led the way
Fra King’s Hoose on a crystal day
--In Scotland’s hills

We walked to every butt and ben
And shared with folk throughout the glen
Their hospitality again,
--In Scotland’s hills

The laughter filled the sparkling air,
For there was hope and friendship there
To touch the hert, fra folk who care,
--In Scotland’s hills

And then inside a hamely place
The pipers played Amazing Grace
And made the tears run doon my face,
--In Scotland’s hills

This message fra Balquhidder Glen—
The world is not yet at an end,
And there are things we must defend
--In Scotland’s hills

--Robert A. Hall