Embrace Life

Life and defending the world.

Recognize and embrace life's pleasures
flirt with despair in understanding the destruction
the economy is rigged in favor of the greedy and ruthless
they claim ownership of the Earth's abundance

We are not alone in striving for a more humane world
for rivers, trees, humans, forests, deserts, skies, soil

The world is threatened

pollution
loss of forests
extinctions
radiation
oil spills
meaningless deaths
war
the list goes on and on

Even a mutiliated Earth is beautiful
go out in nature and ponder the beauty
let the Earth lift your burden
renew hope in life
the land is on your side

Stand on sacred ground
feel the connection
know its power

Gifts of the Earth
embrace them
dance when there is music
eat when there is food
enjoy friendships
listen to the birds sing

Do not be defeated by despair

we must stand together

Don't call me unpatriotic because I dare speak out
I will not sacrifice my soul in silence

If fear dictates what we say
then democracy is no more

If speaking of change
is madness or criminal
then it is time to fight
my words are justified

Our actions are significant
in the growing chain of action
even one quiet voice
could start a revolution

Reviews

[emmajoy]

How your words echo my thoughts: never to put into the earth what I wouldn't put into myself and that applies to how I treat others - with respect and kindness wherever, whatever. Our world was abused from the word go but at least that was due to ignorance. Now most people know what's happening on, in and to our wonderful world but, excuses are still made, time and time again. And so it goes on, as you say .. it's true the planet's still beautiful in spite of being bruised but why sit back and say 'that's fine, that's enough' . It's not, not, NOT! We do have to stand up, we do have to speak out .. and now. Did I just rant a little, well, if so, no apologies. Many thanks for allowing me to add my bit .. not for the first time!

[Nimbus Thread]

We seem to have a collective short memory when it comes to consuming. When we throw something out or buy something new there is a disconnect of where, what and who made it plus the actual cost of producing the thing in terms of human and natural resources. This piece reminds us of our stewardship to our small blue ball. Well done!

[Robin]

I think what most forget is when we pollute the world , we pollute ourselves , Mother earth has shown she can recover from anything - mankind struggles as it fights nature.

[bluessadmood]

how you are so right my friend..yes life is so beautiful just as it is
just go out to the fields and have a look ,then a second and a third look
you will be amazed how everything is in order and so fascinating
even with all the dirt ,its so self cleaning,it can take care of itself
see how its great ,nature is a miracle by itself,how it takes
good care of us and everything..joy they try to strangle so we not feel any more
still those glimpses of wonder we see now and then are worth fighting for
wish just we are not too late ,or we are not too weak to struggle
for you are going against a very strong current..but we should prevail
there is no other way,we have to win,its just a must..
lovely write..

[Emily B]

yes, oh yes

[Coyote Poetry]

Your words are true in this poem. I believe everyone must do what they can. Turning off water when brushing your teeth. Insure all water sources are not leaking. Don't pollute the earth. Re-use bags. In some places the people are forced to not waste and protect the land. We need more then a quiet revolution. In the Rain Forest. They are cutting down the needed green earth that supply 70 per cent of the air we need to breath and the forest that create most of the medicine we need. War is adding to the destruction with great force. Time for all people to demand change before it is too late. A excellent poem. You made me think.
Coyote

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

We have lost a lot but still there is so much to still appreciate... nature is a miracle that is very rejuvenate... if we don't like the way things are then stand up and be heard... a very motivational piece of writing.