Reflection From Alpha Centauri

I lost my religion on a clear night in June From Alpha Centauri I gazed at Earth’s mere microbic inhabitants; Insignificant in the celestial grand scheme Lusting for meaning; questioning why so Assuming we are so much greater than All of the other creatures sharing this planet. moot nonsensical blathering, Do we, indeed, think too highly? suspect we do perhaps ought not. TENTH PLACE WINNER February 4, 2021 Fragmented Verse contest Sponsored by Emile Pinet