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Endangered Earth

She was born the center of cosmos flame By divine hand, or by black hole pressure She was light, She was blue water, fresher She was mother to life, before life came Our ancestors knew, kept the covenant Nourished Her woods, to the future would plant Now faster in thought, though wisdom is scant For convenience, inviting detriment We pierce fragile skies of risky weather Our wounds common, our destinies linked If She is endangered, we are extinct We choose the world, providence together. 2/17/19

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Kim Rodrigues

Date: 2/24/2019 6:06:00 PM

Well written! Hugs...Kim

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/24/2019 6:19:00 PM

Thank you, much appreciated!

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 2/22/2019 8:04:00 PM

Well written Michelle. Everything appears strong and secure around us but reality reminds us how fragile life can be and also a planets existence - nicely put together Michelle - Lindsay

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/23/2019 12:08:00 AM

Appreciate your thoughtful comment, Lindsay!

Frank Sheehan

Date: 2/22/2019 7:24:00 PM

Fantastic write. It rings of truth. Great pen.

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/23/2019 12:08:00 AM

Thank you, Frank.

Caycay Jennings

Date: 2/21/2019 6:56:00 AM

Just beautiful, so well written and it touches my heart. Some days, I feel sure I'm the biggest wimp-softy on earth because I can't make it to the grocery store without crying about all the trash lining all the roads. Where I live, litterers have gotten out of hand, not that they were ever in hand to begin with. A timely poem, a true poem. Ever notice that earth spells heart if you simply move the 'h' to the beginning? God's heart, given to us - my view. Enjoyed. Concur. All the best ... CayCay

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 11:39:00 AM

Wow, I did not see the 'earth/heart' connection, very cool! Thanks for your comment!

Rhona Mcferran

Date: 2/20/2019 10:39:00 PM

Very eloquently penned! Excellent write, Michelle! ;)

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 11:40:00 AM

Glad you enjoyed it, Rhona!

Jan Allison

Date: 2/20/2019 3:10:00 AM

Very well expressed Michelle, many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 11:58:00 AM

Much appreciated, jan-

Charles Messina

Date: 2/19/2019 8:41:00 PM

Great topic to write about, Michele. Well done and a brilliant write. Congratulations on your win in Carolyn's contest...Charlie

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 12:01:00 PM

Thank you so much, Charlie!

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 2/19/2019 4:27:00 PM

There is a lot we could learn from ancestors who "kept the covenant" and protected our planet, Michelle. The line "If She is endangered, we are extinct" is so true. There was some great competition in this category. Congratulations on your second-place win! Best wishes, Carolyn

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 12:02:00 PM

Thank you for the placement in your contest, Carolyn, I'm glad you liked it!

Gershon Wolf

Date: 2/18/2019 3:17:00 PM

This is beautifully done, Michelle. In addition to its potent message, I love how've you interwoven both Faith-based and Natural-Humanistic narratives seamlessly. A gem! :) gw

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 12:05:00 PM

Thank you, Gershon, yes I was thinking of both Genesis 'Let there be light' and also Native American beliefs to nature as well-

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/18/2019 3:01:00 PM

VERY well expressed. An important and poetic message here!

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 12:05:00 PM

Thank you, Andrea, appreciate it!

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 2/18/2019 5:31:00 AM

We need to save her in every which way we can, I love your entry, good luck in the contest dear Michelle, and have a wonderful day.

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 12:07:00 PM

Yes I believe conservation is the most crucial issue we are facing, thank you for your comment!

Constance La France

Date: 2/18/2019 3:18:00 AM

Michelle, a fierce and powerful poem, best of luck if for a contest ~

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/22/2019 12:07:00 PM

Appreciate it, thank you!

Rico Leffanta

Date: 2/17/2019 8:19:00 PM

Before Christians arrived, America was "Earth Mother", but Christians believe their god will destroy everything, so it is best to grab everything before the next guy. We must cultivate a belief that even Trump's grandchildren will need "natural" resources before the fracas! Good luck with that! Aloha! Rico

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/17/2019 10:15:00 PM

Yrs I was thinking of the Native Americans' Mother Earth when I wrote this, appreciate your comments, Rico!

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 2/17/2019 11:49:00 AM

Every word. <3

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/17/2019 10:13:00 PM

Thanks, Maureen!

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 2/17/2019 11:48:00 AM

I want to keep her safe too, Michelle. I know you are her fervent advocate. Where shall I turn? What can we do? Let me know. This one stirred me up today.

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/17/2019 10:13:00 PM

You can recycle, use less plastic, drive less - but honestly, the governments of the world will have to join forces to make a significant difference.