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New Beginnings

Not sure what Earth’s future will bring
Even now as we embark on a new start
Working to correct past mistakes

But we are resolved to make it work this time
Excited, we vow to move beyond past stumbles
Going green is a concept whose time has come
In rainforests we hear the whimpers of hope
No more destroying
No more waste
If we share this goal, we will succeed
Never will we have another chance
God grant us the wisdom and strength
Save our fragile planet




*February 3, 2021
For John Hamilton’s New Beginnings Contest

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Judy Ball Date: 2/15/2021 2:00:00 PM Oh I do so agree Carolyn. Our planet was created to heal itsef just like our bodies were created to be able to heal itself. But man in his great intelligence has just about improved us into extinction. Great job here. God Bless, JB Login to Reply

Lindsay Laurie Date: 2/7/2021 2:15:00 PM Hello Carolyn … very wise advice indeed. We must be educated into believing we are a part of nature and not in control of it - thank you Carolyn - Lindsay Login to Reply

Harry Horsman Date: 2/6/2021 1:15:00 AM I see this is in the winners list Carolyn, and deservingly so, the subject matter surely needs a total commitment from all on the planet, and poetry like this will further the cause. Login to Reply

Constance La France Date: 2/5/2021 4:13:00 PM Carolyn, congratulations on your win in John's New Beginnings contest with this wonderful poem, well done _Constance Login to Reply

Andrea Dietrich Date: 2/5/2021 2:58:00 PM Congrats on your win, dear. And I think this picture of you is AWESOME! You little sea lover, you. Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 2/11/2021 1:25:00 PM It seems the picture disappeared, but it wasn't a photo of me. The girl just resembled me in childhood. thanks for reading!

Paula Goldsmith Date: 2/5/2021 12:26:00 PM Congratulations on your Acrostic win. Love you first line, "Not sure what Earth’s future will bring." Guess we need to wait. Enjoy your win/day with blessings............ Login to Reply

John Hamilton Date: 2/5/2021 12:01:00 PM An excellent write Carolyn, enjoyed very much congrats on a nice placement! Login to Reply

Judy Ball Date: 2/4/2021 11:13:00 AM What with all the nuclear leaks poisoning the water, The oil spills doing the same, The rape f the forests, etc. the only thing that can help is if God Himself intervenes and that will only happen if we all keep praying and asking. A fine write my friend. God Bless, JB Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 2/4/2021 12:47:00 PM I'm just grateful the US has rejoined the Paris Climate Accord. Yes, God can help us solve the problem. If all nations do their part, we should be able to reverse most of the problems.

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 2/3/2021 11:52:00 PM I am in full agreement. We need to repair mother earth before it is too late. We can no longer ignore what is happening to our beautiful world. This is a wonderful meaningful acrostic Carolyn. Blessings Connie xxoo Login to Reply

Jan Allison Date: 2/3/2021 2:34:00 PM we must act now for future generations, so well penned Carolyn a super take on the theme:-) hugs Jan xx Login to Reply

Rico Leffanta Date: 2/3/2021 12:55:00 PM It is an uphill battle because so many believe they don't need to do anything because the Resurrection will restore everything perfectly! Aloha! Rico Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 2/3/2021 12:58:00 PM I fear for future generations who inhabit our planet. Come Judgment Day, souls will be fleeing a dying planet.

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 2/3/2021 12:54:00 PM - Nobody knows what the future bring ... we must all do what we can for the future - "No more destroying -No more waste " - An excellent poem, Carolyn :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 2/3/2021 12:57:00 PM Thanks, Sunshine. President Biden has rejoined the Paris Climate Accord, so there is hope!

Arturo Michael Date: 2/3/2021 12:39:00 PM Earth will be loved...Nice write Carolyn Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 2/3/2021 1:04:00 PM Thank you, Arturo. I'm in awe of the wisdom behind your poem about "blessings." Stunning!

Vijay Pandit Date: 2/3/2021 12:28:00 PM Your photo is a wonderful complement to your ode to the environment, Carolyn. Much inspiration in your verses to protect our earth from wasteful policies. I join your sentiments in this prayer for a new beginning. All the best. Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 2/3/2021 12:39:00 PM Thanks for the visit, Vijay. Now that nations are working together on climate again, I believe there is hope that future generations will benefit from the actions we take today.