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Ashes and Thirst

Ashes and Thirst

Evil comes in all shapes, and all sizes. 
We have all heard this many times... before. 
But how truly large, or small can it be? 
I want to ask this question you see. 
I want to know the answer, 
and I want to know why. 

The water in the tap is no longer clean. 
There are only 49 days left. 
Las Vegas, New Mexico... is on the clock. 
The whole city, will die. 

Why? 

Ashes from trees and flowers, 
ashes from cars and trucks, 
houses and furniture, 
personal items
... and dust. 
No rust!

It floats up in the air,
without a care, 
coming down here and there... 
as it pleases. 
The ash, making the land
dark, and unusable
with poisons yet
un found, going by unnoticed. 
They are the bounty of tomorrow, 
containing all the sorrow, 
from one bad instance to the next.

Then, the floods come from all directions. 
They are part of the whole. 
The water... now blending with the sewage, 
and sludge, again... undrinkable by man or beast. 

This story will repeat itself, 
until the cycle is broken, 
or the Lord returns. 

How is your water supply?
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Eslinger Avatar
November 15, 2022 at 12:06 PM
This poem I think presents a modern continuing terror with an understated passion and desperation that empphasizes the importance of your question. Thank you., congratulations!
Gorelick Avatar
August 13, 2022 at 1:53 PM
It seems we are the only species to anger mother nature. Now that she is good and riled up God help us! Congratulations on POTW! Robert
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 11, 2022 at 9:07 PM
Water is our most important resource that no one can live without. Your poem brings up excellent questions. We have to filter our water here in Hawaii even though we live where the water is very clean. The military uses that water and we have to pipe ours over from across the island where it sits in rusty tanks and has a lot of chemicals in it. Very sad indeed. Congratulations on your deserving POTW Ann. Blessings xxoo
Calasibetta Avatar
August 11, 2022 at 5:05 AM
Congratulations on your POTW! A thought provoking message indeed! :)Paulette
Anaya Avatar
August 10, 2022 at 1:45 PM
God bless them! There is a tipping point where the earth will be unable to heal itself. Is it all about hard times and trusting in the Lord now?...Jesus said to be good stewards of the earth. Congratulations on POTW! Ann, I went to your website...www.booksbyAFoster.com one of the loveliest sites ever! Purchased on line "Blood Mountain" looking like a good read and can't wait to curl up with it!
Seeker Avatar
August 9, 2022 at 12:08 AM
Yes, potable water resources are reducing and world population is increasing. I guess even if it’s expensive, man will have to tap the oceans. Those who can afford, will live. Others will die. Congrats on POTW, with these thought provoking musings Ann, beautifully penned indeed.
Buhagiar Avatar
August 8, 2022 at 5:02 AM
Congrats for the poem of the week.
Nicole Avatar
August 7, 2022 at 12:52 PM
Sad indeed, in many ways. What the Lord has created, a place so beautiful, mankind has ruined, and continues to do so. Beyond all the chaos, I count the blessings that surround me. Praying for all those in need. Congratulations Ann, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
La France Avatar
August 7, 2022 at 12:20 PM
Ann, what a skillfully penned poem and congratulations on receiving the deserving POEM OF THE WEEK honor, blessings ~Constance
Lawrence Avatar
August 7, 2022 at 8:27 AM
Wow Ann .. so provocative and poignant. Yes the next war will be over water . Your poem is a reminder of the looming issues we all face . Congratulations on POTW. Blessings, Susan :)
Baker Avatar
August 7, 2022 at 6:33 AM
Very scary situation, Ann. Congratulations on your informative POTW. Thanks for the information and warning through your poetry my friend. Water useage restrictions in Texas where I live, but drinkablity is still good. I'll be praying for those that live in the areas you're describing. Hugs and prayers, Bill
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