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The Universe has Feelings too

Our inception was a mystery "A big bang theory" Some suggested " A Super being" above the clouds" Some lamented we watched the creatures debate over our existence Born in a family of ten and raised from a distance Watched over by our father during the day while mum took over the night duties Our Sisters's jaw dropping beauty invited the overzealous creatures The genesis of their friendship seemed sweet but turned sour Their insatiable hunger for exploration grew by the hour Her troubled existence had only began They exploited her hospitable nature and stripped off her beauty The green gown that covered her nakedness, stripped in the name of civilization Her waters that sparkled, darkened by the juice extracted for their automobile's Fumes from their industrial machines aiming at her blue and white veils, destroying the fragrance of her ozone layer.. We watched with pain and in silence We had no mode of mobility to render a helping hand Father’s anger started growing by day as he watched with detest For a number of days he gave warning shots The creatures experienced his anger so hot But the warning fell short of their egocentric ego's "Lets just call it "global warming" and pretend we are doing something towards it" they connived Defiling my sister did not quench their thirst of exploration They sent two men with wits to visit my mother Trying to find out the secrets to her shinning face As soon as they landed, they pierced her body with flags of achievement It now became a race of who will defile her the most As days pass we wonder who will be the next victim Rumours have it they are eyeing one of our sister Her genetic makeup is almost similar to sister's I am afraid, these tears will never dry These fears will forever be high Our helping hand will remain shy For we can only watch, as the cycle continues

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Date: 7/20/2024 4:12:00 AM
Dear Steven, This is such a wonderful metaphoric tribute to the impact man has on her home. I have to fav this very witty piece. Blessings to you
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Steven Mwakatundu
Date: 7/21/2024 8:41:00 PM
Thank you Nancy for the kind words, Am humbled and it means a lot. Man is truly his own adversary. Blessing to you too.
Date: 6/9/2024 6:09:00 AM
Awesome metaphors for the rape of a land and it's people's, often by foreigners who have no respect for local customs and culture. Hoping your weekend is pleasant
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Date: 6/9/2024 6:19:00 AM
Thanks. It is only right that we learn to respect and coexist with our surroundings for the betterment of all. Hope your weekend is just as pleasant.

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