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As California Burns

Fire starter using flame To burn kill destroy lame What is your end game To make money to gain California she suffers so Set ablaze her forests glow People steeples burning red Hard to watch tears are shed What is the reason or cause Arson or accident or natures fault Too many questions strange to see Insurance cancelled those policies God help California prevail As we watch these fires from hell May the truth be a breeze with sail Blowing in peace where water fails

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/16/2025 8:02:00 PM

I really think that whatever the trigger was, if leaving dry, brittle brush on the ground -- instead of clearing it away, as common sense dictates -- hadn't become a 'thing' among the environmentalist elite, the fires would have been contained a lot faster, even with those banshee winds.

Karen Jones
Date: 1/16/2025 8:05:00 PM

Agreed. So sad that so many lost so much!

Duke Beaufort

Date: 1/16/2025 9:16:00 AM

Karen, you highlight very well that these fires will cause much suffering. There's a lot to learn from this as you point out. If we allow investigators and scientists to do their job, we could fashion policies and provide funding that makes us a better custodian and subject of Mother Nature. This is a small indication of how powerful she is and how small we really are. We should be very careful going forward in order to avoid her wrath....but do people get it?

Karen Jones
Date: 1/16/2025 11:59:00 AM

Not everyone gets it. The sad thing is the insurance companies dropped coverage and suspiciously so close to the tragedies. If there was any ill will or arson planned we may never know for sure. Sad all around. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

Ink Empress

Date: 1/16/2025 7:37:00 AM

It’s quite traumatizing seeing the wildfires too, so scary the thought of being in that situation dear karen, youv written so well on the subject as we dont really know the cause for the wildfires, i have some close friends living in california, and i cant help too but pray for the safety of them and their loved ones! Your poem here flows in such a seamless manner! So heartfelt and sincere! Pleasure reading this. Sending you light always

Karen Jones
Date: 1/16/2025 8:43:00 AM

I will pray for my loved ones family friends and yours in California. Thanks for reading Inky!

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 1/16/2025 6:44:00 AM

Dear Karen, So well expressed in your stark poem!! I pray for the people of California. I have a handful of relatives living in the LA area and they are terrified at what is happening. We have seen a number of amazing people who are trying their best to contain this blaze. I pray for God's intervention to bring this to a close and help the people who have lost everything. A Fav!! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Karen Jones
Date: 1/16/2025 6:56:00 AM

I can only imagine the terror that they feel by the news reports! Thanks for the fav it is an honor Daniel!

Valsa George

Date: 1/15/2025 8:44:00 PM

All are so much concerned about this fire, still not extinguished. We do not know the reason. It could be treason or just a natural calamity. However the victims of this tragedy causes chocking pain in all the peace loving people. May God comfort the victims. Let us pray this will not spread to other areas and soon will be under control. Beautifully written, dear Karen.

Karen Jones
Date: 1/15/2025 11:14:00 PM

Valsa the true heroes and heroines are the first responders who will retrieve remains. I can’t imagine the strength and composure it takes to provide those individuals and their loved ones this last bit of dignity. What courageous people they are! Glad you like my poem thanks.

Michael Tor

Date: 1/15/2025 10:47:00 AM

Karen thank you for sharing the your truths in this awesome Poetry bringing attention to the great people of California. Let's pray for them and make contributions it is a great cause. This one I am favoring and I will catch up on your other poems. Good bless you and thank you for posting and sharing... Favorite...

Karen Jones
Date: 1/15/2025 11:19:00 AM

My poem pales in comparison to your write about California. I do pray as I have family and a friend in the state but not in harms way. You are kind to fav I am honored Michael.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/15/2025 10:38:00 AM

When the fires stop, then the extensive damage can be seen.

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/15/2025 12:17:00 PM

Me too…how high will the count go…

Karen Jones
Date: 1/15/2025 11:16:00 AM

Yes! But Kim I feel for the first responders who must retrieve human remains!

John Read

Date: 1/15/2025 7:52:00 AM

Hi Karen it's heartbreaking watching people losing their homes, I find it hard to believe how long these fires have been raging, I watched on the news that high winds are coming back again.

Karen Jones
Date: 1/15/2025 8:31:00 AM

Yes it’s so sad. We take so much for granted like waking up to normal weather no fires.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/15/2025 7:09:00 AM

What a write. Great last 4 lines. God help/bless California as only You can. Have a blessed day writing away...................

Karen Jones
Date: 1/15/2025 8:29:00 AM

Amen. Have a fabulous writing day as well Paula!