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All things have a beginning and an end with birth and death. The fate of tiny fleas, to vast, unfathomed galaxies- portend there are no steady-state eternities. But for the realm of God, the prime mover- extinction comes to all, a fact of life. Survival of the species maneuvers all life and death; what goes and what is rife. But massive earthquakes and large asteroids caused huge extinction holes in history. Our world was redefined to fill the voids, and live to comprehend each mystery. Our planet earth has gone extinct five times. Yet, always has returned, not quite the same. Evolved again from ash and mud; what crimes- past cultures disappeared to flood or flame. We know extinction on a greater scale will someday come through catastrophic ends, as energy from fueling stars will fail; this force on which our Universe depends. With the 'big bang', our Universe was spun, exploding with a force that quickly spread. Now, science does predict oblivion when all the energy of stars is dead. Just half of all these energies remain of what there was two billion years ago. Two-hundred thousand galaxies now wane with weakness of that surge that feeds their flow. Survival of all living forms is moot- these evolved from the 'big bang' cosmic brew. And in the end, the only absolute- oblivion, the final stage- adieu. Where stars and planets whirled in endless space the darkest, black of emptiness will be. Death leads to life; perhaps rebirth will grace in light years' time more, 'big bang' energy. All things have a beginning and an end with birth and death. The fate of tiny fleas, to vast, unfathomed galaxies- portend there are no steady-state eternities. January 2, 2016 ~3rd Place~ Contest: Extinction Sponsor: Anthony Slausen Judged: 01/07/2016

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Date: 1/15/2016 10:01:00 PM
Sandra, congratulations on your win!!! XOX ~LINDA~
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Date: 1/7/2016 7:30:00 PM
I can see how you have put your heart into this one, Sandra. What an amazing poem! Well done !
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Date: 1/7/2016 2:10:00 PM
Congratulations
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Sandra Haight
Date: 1/7/2016 5:08:00 PM
Thank you once again, Skat. Your supportive comments are appreciated. Hugs, Sandra
Date: 1/7/2016 12:46:00 PM
I return to congratulate you Sandra! Well deserved!
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Sandra Haight
Date: 1/7/2016 5:08:00 PM
Thank you so much, Balveen, for your visit and supportive comments. Hugs, Sandra
Date: 1/7/2016 9:43:00 AM
Congrats on a great win Sandra
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Date: 1/7/2016 5:06:00 PM
Hi Joseph, thank you so much. Sandra
Date: 1/4/2016 11:04:00 AM
A great write, Sandra - though deep and scary it offers comfort based on historical facts. (I need that comfort because I have read so many extinction poems.) You give great pen, Lady ... CayCay
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Sandra Haight
Date: 1/4/2016 10:38:00 PM
Thanks for stopping by CayCay with your supportive comment. I really appreciate it. Also, I wish you a healthy and happy new year. Hugs, Sandra
Date: 1/3/2016 11:10:00 AM
A scientic and geographical theory in poetic affirmations! Laudable Sandra! Good luck!
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Sandra Haight
Date: 1/4/2016 10:37:00 PM
Yes, this subject really fascinates me. Thank you for your positive comment! Hugs, Sandra
Date: 1/2/2016 10:50:00 AM
Enjoyed your poem, Sandra...love how the tiny fleas fit in with the big picture.
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Sandra Haight
Date: 1/3/2016 10:09:00 AM
Thank you, David. I am happy you enjoyed my poem. Yes, big and small all come from the same stardust! Sandra
Date: 1/2/2016 8:21:00 AM
Sandra, great write for the contest, and that is why one must live each day like it is the last, as we never know when the big bang will happen, I admire this 7 ~
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Sandra Haight
Date: 1/3/2016 10:08:00 AM
Thank you, Broken Wings. I am pleased that you identified with it and thank you so much for your nice comment and supportive 7. Hugs, Sandra

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