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Climate Change Is No Joke

Our problems all began with the industrial revolution
And its legacy has left us with toxic pollution.

Climate change is real and been declared a code red
And if we chose to ignore it, we'll all end up dead.

It's not a new problem, they've been saying it for years
Driven by greed and profit now there will be tears.

Ice caps are melting, I'm sure you already know
And soon the polar bears will have nowhere to go.

Sea and river levels are a worry as they continue to rise
Houses and cars swept away before our very eyes.

Wildfires are quite common now the air is so dry
Many people lose their homes, sadly many of them die.

Not forgetting wildlife, they too perish in the flames
Insurance firms kept busy with thousands of claims.

Our vast oceans too have become a dumping ground
With oil slicks and plastics, just some of the things found.

We burn fossil fuels that release carbon to keep us warm
Now we must find an alternative that wont cause us harm.

Pesticides sprayed on crops with no thought for the bees
Forests cut down ruthlessly, soon there will be no trees.

Action is needed now, they know what's needed to be done
Because when it gets worse there will be nowhere to run.

In the distant future an apocalyptic waste land will be
And all because of mankinds greed and his own stupidity.

Every country must play its part, not just one or two
And every individual on earth that's me and you.

Dinosaurs roamed earth and disappeared mysteriously
And here we all are creating our own catastrophe.

And the many idiots out there who think it's a big joke
They won't find it so funny when they're choking on smoke.



Written 13th August 2021

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Valsa George December 27, 2021 at 5:04 AM So very true to every detail. The escalating toxic levels in the air and water make many a flora and fauna to disappear. Unless we wage a combined battle against environmental pollution and destruction, we have to pay a heavy price. A great write Tom... Tom Cunningham December 27, 2021 at 5:08 AM Thank you very much Valsa, there's lots of talk on how to combat it but very little action. We're already paying the price with fires, flooding and earthquakes God help us. Tom

Susan Lawrence August 23, 2021 at 6:20 AM Absolutely spot on Tom . No time to waste. We are at a tipping point . I pray for future generations. We must ALL be a part of the change and healing NOW not tomorrow. Thank you for penning such an important message. Grateful for you . All the best , Susan :) Tom Cunningham August 23, 2021 at 7:01 AM Thank you very much Susan, looking after our earthly home is the responsibility of every one on earth, They're trying to reverse the damage and I just hope we're not past the point of no return. Enjoy your week. Tom

Jenna Logan August 19, 2021 at 12:52 PM These wonderfully accurate lines were posted while I was away, but now that I've found them I offer you praise for giving credence to the truth, Tom. Tom Cunningham August 19, 2021 at 1:52 PM Thank you very much Jenna, im happy that you enjoyed it, it does annoy me how all countries are dragging their feet over this very concerning issue, they talk a lot about putting in measures but very little is being done in my opinion. We're already seeing the devastating effects of it with fires and floods. Tom

Edward Ibeh August 17, 2021 at 10:32 AM This poem is excellent, and true, Tom;-) Thank you for sharing! Tom Cunningham August 17, 2021 at 10:38 AM Thank you very much Edward, funny thing during lockdowns scientists were amazed at how clean the air in cities was. Getting back to pre covid levels now though and it will only get worse if it isn't tackled. Tom

Anitha Jayasankar August 16, 2021 at 5:03 AM Awesome Tom. You have covered all aspects of pollution in this inspiring poem.. Man's greed has no limits... Into my FAVs... God bless... ~ Ani Tom Cunningham August 16, 2021 at 5:13 AM Thank you very much Ani, how is it we can see it but our esteemed leaders cannot. We really need to be trying to reverse the damage that's already been done. Thanks too for the fav. Hope you have a lovely week. Tom

Michelle Faulkner August 14, 2021 at 8:21 PM You are right, we are creating our own catastrophe, I'm doing what I can as far as recycling etc but it takes participation on a global scale to make a true difference~ Tom Cunningham August 15, 2021 at 1:06 AM Thank you very much Michelle, I totally agree, every country and person has to be on board to make a real difference. Tom

Beryl Edmonds August 14, 2021 at 2:05 PM Absolutely brilliant Tom, everything about climate change that needs to be said I’ve just read. You’ve said in poetry so well and I believe this poem should be seen all over the world and in every school… Belle Tom Cunningham August 14, 2021 at 2:16 PM Thank you very much Belle, I've only said what most of us think about it. The world is really dragging its feet over this important issue but time is runnning out. I feel for those coming after us, what are we leaving them.?. Tom

Rama Balasubramanian August 14, 2021 at 12:28 PM Wonderful write Tom. We all are creating our own catastrophe... So very true. I am enjoying my weekend, hope the same with you Tom Cunningham August 14, 2021 at 12:32 PM Thank you very much Rama, mankind has certainly made a mess of things so far. Tom

Rico Leffanta August 14, 2021 at 11:36 AM Your Friday the 13th offering has apparently been met with Christian superstition that it does not matter what people do to Mother Earth because Jesus will restore everything to Eden standards by the morning of the Resurrection, and the very selfish concern that grandchildren must provide for themselves ...... Tom Cunningham August 14, 2021 at 11:56 AM Thank you Rico, well if I were him I'd be saying you made this mess so you can clean it up lol Tom

Delice Arleen Skelly August 14, 2021 at 8:45 AM Every line is a painful image. The sad truth it's happening far more quickly than previously predicted and we have run out of time....Delice Tom Cunningham August 14, 2021 at 8:55 AM Thank you very much Delice, Industry needs to find alternative ways to manufacture without causing pollution, it will cost a lot but it'll cost a lot more if they ignore it. Tom

Regina Mcintosh August 14, 2021 at 6:45 AM WOW. Incredible write and thoughts... I love it. And we all need to think. God bless you always, Love, Gina Tom Cunningham August 14, 2021 at 7:36 AM Thank you very much for Gina, things have never been so bad as they are now and mankind needs to wake up. Enjoy your weekend. Tom

Sotto Poet August 14, 2021 at 4:25 AM Tom, you've written a fantastic masterpiece. You embody the sort of reality we're dealing with now. You've also conveyed a clear message via these lovely flowing couplets, which is impressive. I had the chance to watch a documentary about it, and it was much worse than I had expected. Blessings and kindest wishes for a great weekend Tom Cunningham August 14, 2021 at 5:18 AM Thank you very much Lasaad, everyone on earth needs to take this seriously and do their bit because if they don't act now it will be much harder to slow it down later on. Tom

Joanna Daniel August 14, 2021 at 2:10 AM You have given a powerful message through these amazing flowing couplets, Tom:) Tom Cunningham August 14, 2021 at 2:29 AM Thank you very much Jo, just hope we don't get to the point of no return then we're in real trouble. Enjoy your weekend Tom

Richard Lamoureux August 13, 2021 at 3:26 PM A sobering piece that’s well expressed Tom. Blessings Rick. Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 3:30 PM Thank you very much Richard, I was inspired after seeing a programme about it and its a lot worse than I thought. Im sure the doomsday clock is close to midnight. Tom

Vijay Pandit August 13, 2021 at 3:24 PM A stunning write, Tom. You illustrate the future we are facing ( and the causes that brought us here) eloquently, in this superb write. Kudos for making the case to protect us from ourselves. The idiots you speak of live here in our country as well. Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 3:27 PM Thank you very much Vijay, without everyone on board then the future is looking quite grim. What are we leaving for those coming after us. Tom

Emilia James August 13, 2021 at 2:07 PM Money will always come first with the big guys until it's too late if it's not so already. They will then see that their ivory towers will not protect them. Education and action, action and education. Well written Tom...Emilia. Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 2:33 PM Thank you very much Emilia, all the money in the world wont save them from whats coming and it will if nothings done to stop it. Enjoy your weekend. Tom

Gordon Mcconnell August 13, 2021 at 1:40 PM Great piece of strong conviction and powerful writing Tom, really well penned with good rhyme, flow, and insightful thought. hope all's well with you and have a blessed weekend, Gordon Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 1:43 PM Thank you very much Gordon, been busy all week in the kitchen so the weekend I hope to relax. Hope you too have a lovely weekend. Tom

Panagiota Romios August 13, 2021 at 1:15 PM You have a great love for the environment and for people, Tom! I admire your love and care for humanity. A smashing good Poem. Panagiota Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 1:25 PM Thank you very much Pangie, im glad you enjoyed it. Tom

L Milton Hankins August 13, 2021 at 11:32 AM This poem is so important, for it is amazing the number of people who do not believe climate change is real, even when the results of it are staring them in the face! Exceptional writing, Tom. Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 12:12 PM Thank you very much Milton, for many its definitely a head in the sand approach that I cant get either. I know many dont like bad news, nobody does but this year has been one of the worst for wildfires and flooding that we've never before seen on such a large scale. God help us. Tom

Rico Leffanta August 13, 2021 at 11:20 AM This morning, our newspaper reported that 1/3rd of Americans do NOT believe in Climate Change, so education in this "young" nation MUST be a top priority! Well done, Tom! Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 11:26 AM Thank you Rico, wow, thats a lot of people, probably the same crowd who believe the virus is a hoax. Tom

Gershon Wolf August 13, 2021 at 11:16 AM True, true, true. Now, what's the solution?! I predict that it'll become clearer, as its time draws nearer. ~ gw Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 11:20 AM Thank you very much Gershon, put Greta Thunberg in charge, she's more switched on than our great leaders. Tom

Jan Allison August 13, 2021 at 10:27 AM man has so much to answer for in so many ways, excellent ink Tom:-) hugs Jan xx Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 10:43 AM Thank you very much Jan, even now idiots jetting around the world holding meetings on how to tackle it, words are cheap we need positive action now. They should put Greta Thunberg in charge of putting things right. Tom

Victor Buhagiar August 13, 2021 at 9:01 AM You have shown the world, that we are simply killing our selves off. Everyday were hear of disasters. Even the oceans are being polluted. Great poem, Tom. You ended with a great advice. Tom Cunningham August 13, 2021 at 9:05 AM Thank you very much Victor, those with big investments in heavy industry will be slow to comply. What are we leaving for those behind us.? Tom