Creations Facts of Life

Creations Facts of Life

The earth in living glory hears each man’s pine.
Mortal life upon his ground fears unfaithful woes.
Each mundane task upon the dirt molds soul’s refine.
Then, he turns from man to dust, seeking heaven’s glow.

Meanwhile, wind winds its way across the land and seas.
Wreaking havoc, bringing breezes, fanning wildlife. 
Pruning trees, washing leaves, working God’s mysteries –
Fluffy clouds float; imaginations stifle strife.

Lightening struck and fires raged; then, came the fleeing.
Harnessed electricity brought nighttime its current look.
When man took untamed energy, harnessed, and cooked.
Look what came from what seemed, with wisdom, seeing. 

Rivers rise, waters gush and carve torrential snares.   
But calmness greets pleasant streams, ending the strife.
Wetness washes all: dusty leaves and silken hairs.   
Quenches thirsts and plumps each cell; supporting each life. 

Earth, wind, fire, and water began at creation,
Facts known by God above show His mighty action.

© August 19, 2010
Dane Smith-Johnsen
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dietrich Avatar
September 14, 2010 at 8:43 PM
HI, Dane Ann, another great win here. It's really fun seeing the poems that were in this contest. REally good ones her contest produced. Congrats! Luv, Andrea
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September 4, 2010 at 8:01 AM
Many congratulations Dane Ann on your win in Barbara's contest >> James
Mehta Avatar
September 3, 2010 at 7:26 AM
Congratulations on the win for this nice poem, Dane
Sweetheart Avatar
September 2, 2010 at 9:12 AM
Congrats on your big win in the Elements contest Dane Ann for another wonderful write and poetic victory my friend..with luv..enjoy.. did u see my wedding photos on my blog yet?
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September 2, 2010 at 9:00 AM
Indeed, all of the elements work in conjunction with God's plan for mankind, Dane Ann. Congratulations on your win! Love, Carolyn
Brown Avatar
September 2, 2010 at 4:37 AM
Congratulations on your win Dane Ann in Barbara Gorelick's contest "The Four Elements". Love, Carol
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September 1, 2010 at 10:14 PM
Thank you for entering my contest.. and thank you for this lovely poem. Congrats. BG
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