Earth's Hourglass

A poem about making changes to achieve the best future dreams and make them reality for future generations.. A simple plan..

Future dreams I have had and portray;

correction with great haste is surely a must.

Better changes that must be ensued now;

or mankind will be history..  ashes and dust.

 

We all need to make changes in all habits;

lest our future seeds will not be here to see.

Let's take a walk in a whole new direction;

for it's that future generation that's calling to me.

 

Each and every man has his own part;

we must surely turn a new page and set new sail.

For if nothing is done for change that matters;

this mother earth is doomed and definitely bound to fail.

 

Let's all move towards a greener brighter future;

using great knowledge .. all mistakes from the past.

I believe this simple plan can and will happen;

but we all have our share to do and must think fast.

 

Plant a tree, bush or maybe some flowers;

don't litter and always watch all your waste.

Instill these great values also in your children;

please listen and make greatest haste.

 

As for things that you buy daily;

don't always focus on the lowest of price.

So many disposable items lay in land fills;

make each purchase always thinking twice.

 

Sell or give old items to those in need;

if an item can be fixed please make that repair.

Watch the household chemicals that we use daily;

even products like the dyes we use for hair.

 

This poem may sound a little juvenile;

but this is just part of a small and simple plan.

Starting in each and every household;

Earth's Hourglass.. is running out of sand.

Author's Note

simple poem.. pick away if you like

Reviews

[Clockwork]

This is the kind of observation earth and is people need. This falls in line with the bold revolution theory that must take place in order for the world to survive. In the last stanza I like how you go to the hourglass metaphor. I think that it could be great if used to describe the poem, that is the poem filling the glass again. The one thing that I saw that I thought could be changed is the first line of the last stanza which calls the piece juvenile. I would suggest taking that out or changing it, because it take away from your conviction. Overall well done.

[Freder Fredersen (aka G..]

Simple poem...complex challenge.

I hope that we are wise enough to come together and change for the better, but it would be hard for most humans; let alone countrymen to forget how spoiled we've been since birth, and suddenly become responsible citizens of the world. I suppose we'll see...or not. lol

As for the writing: I felt that the flow was pretty good, and the simplicity therein fit the message you were conveying perfectly. To add a lot of flowery language to such a statement would only take away from it's poignance. Overall, I truly felt the message, and your passion. Clearly stated and well written.

Cheers!
FF

[mind_of_a_pisces]

It's amazing how simple words can change someone outlook on life. Everyone needs to hear the importance of making changes in anything in life whether its in the news articles, non-fiction books, etc...That we need to start today to make our world better for generatons to come.... Lovely poem...

[@zeewhykay]

That was incredible !

You transformed a complexe idea of new lifestyle into a basic formula for success, with simple words, nothing too fancy. This is truly impressive.

Only picking I can do, which is probably useless because you will review anyways, ''For it nothing is done for change that matters''

Great work !

[Eagle Cruagh]

How could anyone pick at this poem.

It is simply beautiful. You have all the ingredients for
a bold and rewarding new life, besides you have provided
a thoughtful formula to mankind so that every one of us
may follow suit.

You have a unique ability to zero in on a subject, analyze,
redesign and provide advice that may be prophetic.

This demonstrates a wonderful talent, profound ability and
the gift of story telling.

100 %

----- Eagle Cruagh