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Earthliness

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One of the radical conditions for happiness We stay one with nature, trees, and loveliness. For the bond between humanity and the earth. We won't let guilt or fear rule our worth. Earthliness is what we must embrace. For it is our common ground. The land, the sea, the sky, and the space From which our lives are bound The air we breathe and the water we drink The soil that nurtures our needs All things come from the earth, don't you think? It's where our life force feeds. But man has taken beyond what he gives. And nature's balance is disturbed. The earth, our common ground, now lives. With resources overused and curbed We must learn to live in harmony. With the earth that sustains us all For a healthier planet, it's our duty. To hear nature's clarion call Reduce, reuse, recycle, and conserve. These words are what our creed deserves.
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Ashley Avatar
December 10, 2023 at 11:29 AM
Dear Lasaad, I admire the beauty of your verse and the message conveyed. Indeed, "Earthliness is what we must embrace./For it is our common ground" - such profound truth in this verse, and in every verse, so lushly expressed with exquisite persuasive power. Congratulations for your excellent win in Ink Empress's contest. Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan
Rodgers Avatar
December 7, 2023 at 7:51 AM
Sotto, Congratulations! Your poem is a heartfelt call to action, reminding us of our intrinsic connection to the earth and the urgent need to restore balance. It’s a beautiful ode to the planet that nurtures us and a plea for mindful stewardship.
One Avatar
December 7, 2023 at 4:22 AM
Congrats on your placement dear Sotto..
Empress Avatar
December 7, 2023 at 1:45 AM
Wow!!! The way you’ve written this is so different to your usual style. And what a privilege and honor to be able to turn your words into a song. I wish i can have this song on repeat. She sang this so well. And i hope many will see and listen to the song and see what a talented poet you are. You deserve it. And it was very hard for me judging this contest but this is a big fave for me. Congratulations on your well deserved win. Just love this!! The message too is powerful!!!
Volumes Avatar
December 7, 2023 at 12:53 AM
My All time favorite poem of yours my friend. Congrats on your well deserved win in Empress's contest. Best wishes. Wen
La France Avatar
June 22, 2023 at 5:28 AM
Sotto, thank you for sharing your wonderful poem with us in my Writing Challenge congratulations !
Goldsmith Avatar
June 20, 2023 at 2:03 PM
Back with Congratulations on your win. Have a great day.............
Lindley Avatar
June 20, 2023 at 1:08 PM
Fantastic poem my good friend. YES, we must conserve. We must manage far, far better. Your verses sing out a great truth. Congrats on your win with this jewel. A fav.... God bless...ENT
Narain Avatar
June 20, 2023 at 9:31 AM
Congratulations on your win with a n pertinent poem.
Fowler Avatar
June 20, 2023 at 7:32 AM
Congratulations on your win with this pertinent poem Las.
George Avatar
June 19, 2023 at 8:21 PM
So beautifully and sensibly written. We have inalieanable connections with our earth and it is our source of sustenance and joy. But unfortunately it is being over exploited and abused.May your exhortation to conserve earth in its pristine beauty doesnot fall in deaf ears Congratulations on your first place win !
Volumes Avatar
June 19, 2023 at 4:41 PM
Back with hearty congratulations for such an amazingly worthy poem. Wasnt one bit surprized that it was awarded first place. It is a gift to mankind, and to our earth itself. It is with much pleasure I place these words here.
Volumes Avatar
June 15, 2023 at 2:12 AM
But man has taken beyond what he gives. And nature's balance is disturbed.***iMPECABLE*** I would adore to see this put to music and entered in an international song contest. It is of unrivalled quality. A definite favorite.
Poet Avatar
June 15, 2023 at 8:16 AM
I am deeply grateful for your gracious words, which have instilled in me a profound sense of joy and solace, knowing that you have discovered something within my work that resonates with you.
Daniel Avatar
June 14, 2023 at 12:25 AM
So very true, Sotto:)
Goldsmith Avatar
June 13, 2023 at 1:19 PM
WOW!!! What a write/picture. Have a blessed day...................
Hind Avatar
June 13, 2023 at 12:14 PM
A very beautiful poem on Nature, done superbly!
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