Orcinus...

"... and the Indian Sang, but we heard no song?..."
What have we done that could have been so wrong?

Good intention paves a wave but
Knots a great notion which we enslave.
What can we do asked the red and white shoe
"...Let them loose, they belong to the Blue..."

Oceans are aware that we are here
Holding captive what they consider dear
Precious voice comes from the deep
Speaking songs while we're in our sleep

"... you think you understand..."
Orca sang in the distant lands
Poor puss of a man...
Purpose came from desert sands
It really is, out of our hands!
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Don't we get it?
"... we don't own this place..."

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Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Ryerson Avatar
February 27, 2010 at 5:10 AM
The Indians had it right...we DON'T own this this place and despite our technology we forever remain at the mercy of the whims of Mother Nature ...Orca knows...Great stuff, Izzy! - Tim
Devonshire Avatar
February 26, 2010 at 1:22 PM
We DO get it, Izzy, and thanks for the reminder. We're just tenants on planet Earth and Mother Nature may choose to evict us at any time. Filled with your own unique rhythm and rhyme. Nice work! Love, carolyn
Owens Avatar
February 26, 2010 at 12:02 PM
Wow..this is a powerful write...Enjoyed...Marty
Sweetheart Avatar
February 26, 2010 at 12:00 PM
Straight UP ... a great write Izzy and right to the point... u have phased it so emphatically with purpose... have always been so fascinated with the culture of Indians and tribal nuances ... luv. sweet..from "Sweetheart" of P.S. BBF
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