Beautiful Gem

Out in yonder realm, we are beckoned by stars Ushering our wonderment, inviting our gaze Reaching out to us from afar Enthralling us in so many ways We journey to distant planets Their mysteries to explore We sent a rover to Mars And soon we'll do more But while we are up there exploring other realms We suddenly notice a most beautiful gem Perhaps the most precious in the universe Awesome in beauty, priceless its worth It's a jewel indeed, a jewel called Earth! ---- Contest Judged on 5/15/16 ------------------------------