On Earth Day

Earth Day’s not a worth day
For the skeptics and polluters
And, add to that, the bigots and
The ask-no-question shooters.

For those who value someone’s life
So little they’d take aim
And fire a weapon with no thought
That they could kill or maim

Most certainly don’t care about
The animals and plants
Or rescuing our planet
When, right now, we have a chance.

It’s sad to think about the earth
That we will leave behind,
But even worse to face
The callousness of humankind.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2023



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Date: 4/24/2023 10:25:00 AM
It is tough to face this "The callousness of humankind."
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Date: 4/24/2023 12:55:00 AM
A rousing poem Ilene Loved it best wishes
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Date: 4/23/2023 7:40:00 AM
Indeed, a very callous world it is, Ilene. And the planet will have its revenge
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Date: 4/22/2023 2:26:00 PM
Nicely done my friend. You're an important voice on a important subject. Stay well.
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Date: 4/22/2023 2:02:00 PM
I agree Ilene. In my mind, I see a planet one day taking it's revenge and it will not be pretty. Hope you are having a great weekend.
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Date: 4/22/2023 1:45:00 PM
Ilene , Your sage and emotional words ring out on this Earth Day! I wish we could all protect our dear planet for the future of all the young ones . Sending blessings to you …. and out into the world ! Important words from you . Susan :)
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