Carolyn Devonshire Poet Free verse

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From Icarus

to

Goldilocks

 

The "Sphinx" on Mars has been the subject of much debate.  There are some who believe inhabitants of Mars relocated to Earth when Mars' climate became too cold.  In Greek mythology, Icarus used wings of wax to fly too close to the sun.

From Icarus To Goldilocks

Ninety-three million miles
From sun to Earth’s Goldilocks Zone
Tiny Mercury and mysterious Venus
Torrid, too close to the sun
Carbon—based life prohibited
An Icarus Zone perhaps

But what of Earth’s neighbor?
Holst’s “militant” red planet Mars
Crimson star glows ominously
At 164 million miles from Earth

Theories abound
Scientists say Mars once had water
Microorganisms found
When man finally explores
Might evidence confirm speculation?

We may learn how species evolved
On a planet now dry and desolate
And what of the Sphinx head on Mars
Created by intelligent beings,
Or just a “natural formation”?

What changed to prevent Mars
From supporting life today?
Could Earth suffer the same fate?
Stay tuned to the news
Climate change is underway




*March 31, 2021
For Anthony Biaanco’s Goldilocks Zone contest

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Christuraj Alex May 4, 2021 at 11:05 AM Fantastic!

Paula Goldsmith April 18, 2021 at 10:33 AM Congratulations on your win. A wonderful story/write. I took it with the kids. Guess I went the wrong way on this one. Have a blessed day.......................

Andrea Dietrich April 6, 2021 at 3:33 PM One of many mysteries of the universe. My best to you for a win. You did a great job, and aT least you did not write about your hair like I did. haha Carolyn Devonshire April 7, 2021 at 8:21 AM I liked the creativity of your interpretation, Andrea.

Anne-Lise Andresen April 6, 2021 at 1:20 PM - An interesting topic, Carolyn - Great written - Best wishes in the contest - Hope you had a lovely Easter with your sister :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

David Kavanagh April 6, 2021 at 8:28 AM Fantastic poem Carolyn, love the way you’ve built in the suspense, of the possibility of life on mars, with the Sphinx head, creepy looking thing, but definitely a natural phenomenon, did life once exist, my gut says yes, my mind says at a very basic form, brilliantly honest factual scientific poem, best of luck in the contest cheers David Carolyn Devonshire April 6, 2021 at 9:11 AM In the movie "Mission to Mars," astronauts entered the sphinx and were greeted by an ET who explained the migration of Martians to other planets, including Earth. Fascinating film. Thanks for reading the poem.

Paul Callus April 6, 2021 at 7:16 AM The Mars theory is an interesting one, Carolyn. For sure many strange things have occurred through these past millions of years, and our World will one day have to face more changes! ~ Regards & hugs // paul Carolyn Devonshire April 6, 2021 at 9:13 AM Thanks for reading, Paul!

Joseph May April 5, 2021 at 11:44 AM Very nice galactic take on the theme Carolyn, We are exploring Mars, hoping to find signs of life, best wishes in the Contest.. Carolyn Devonshire April 6, 2021 at 9:13 AM Can't wait to see what is found on Mars. Maybe there will be some surprises. Thanks for reading, Joseph.

Alexis Y. April 2, 2021 at 8:58 PM Wow! Carolyn, You have penned a well-written, deep, and thought-provoking write. The whole universe holds many mysteries. Was their life on mar? Will, what happened “hypothetically” to Mars happen to us on earth? I don't know, but what I do know is, this is an excellent entry for the contest. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great evening and a Happy Easter:-)Alexis

Harry Horsman April 1, 2021 at 9:52 PM Yes is the human race the Nomads of the universe, waiting to leave one dying planet. Carolyn this is an amazing poem, so full of information, as well as poetic bliss.

Tom Cunningham April 1, 2021 at 5:22 PM Thought provoking verse Carolyn, I find it strange that Mars dried up that way being further out than earth, and what puzzles me even more is that earth is the only planet in our solar system capable of sustaining life. Tom

Regina Mcintosh April 1, 2021 at 4:15 AM I love this. It's a great entry and a sure winner. Love to you... God bless you too. Love, Gina

Judy Ball March 31, 2021 at 8:13 PM Kind of a scary thought. Personally I believe that if God wanted us out there we would have been born out there. However this is our home and this is where I want to stay. Never wanted to go where you have to import air. I don't even snorkel. lol God Bless, JB

Mystic Rose Rose March 31, 2021 at 6:13 PM So many mysteries on Mars, I for one choose to believe there was life once, oh if only there can be again.:) Happy Easter dear friend, enjoy your visit with your sister, much love xo

Vijay Pandit March 31, 2021 at 1:45 PM Brilliant exploration my friend. Mystery of the evolution we are yet to fully grasp. You are right--science believes there was once life on Mars. We can't take the goldilocks zone for granted. May your journey lead to a splendid win, Carolyn.

Robert Pettit March 31, 2021 at 12:43 PM Taking a look at the present-day condition of Mars, it is very frightening to think our earth is headed in the same direction. Great write as usual. Carolyn Devonshire March 31, 2021 at 1:15 PM We really don't know what will happen, but the speculation is quite interesting. Have a great Easter Sunday, Robert!

Rico Leffanta March 31, 2021 at 11:35 AM Well thought and composed, Carolyn, but we still do not know what is going on in Earth's oceans, so let us get to the bottom of that, first! Aloha! Rico Carolyn Devonshire March 31, 2021 at 12:58 PM Indeed, the Mariana Trench is so deep that we still haven't explored it. Oceanography is fascinating! Thanks for reading, Rico.

L Milton Hankins March 31, 2021 at 11:13 AM Very insightful and raises some interesting questions. I liked your poem, Carolyn. GL in the contest. Carolyn Devonshire March 31, 2021 at 1:11 PM Thank you, Milton. Have a blessed Easter!

Janice Canerdy March 31, 2021 at 10:48 AM Thought-provoking and creative, Carolyn. Janice Carolyn Devonshire March 31, 2021 at 1:13 PM Thanks, Janice. Happy Easter!

Sara Kendrick March 31, 2021 at 10:31 AM Creative lines that you have penned. Who knows, only God knows about what went on on Mars? I don't think it ever has been or ever will be designed to support life as we know it. Sara Carolyn Devonshire March 31, 2021 at 1:14 PM Thanks for reading, Sara. Scientists say they found evidence microorganisms lived in oceans on Mars. But you may be correct!