Whispered Pleas

The raindrops kissed the earth and whispered silent pleas,

But few would take the time to hear or even see.

All humankind had lost its sense of right and wrong

For each did chose to voice the words of greed’s own song.

 

The raindrops spoke of forests where the birds could fly;

These places of retreat had reached from earth to sky.

What once was green now lay in man-made, mangled waste

For humans acted not with care---and just in haste.

 

The melting icecaps caused the roaring oceans’ rise,

And coastlands lost their beaches right before Earth’s eyes.

Extinction stalked the species losing habitat,

But not a soul on Earth would take the blame for that.

 

The sands of time had trickled slowly through the glass;

In tears, the raindrops whispered desperately, “Alas!”

 

Reviews

[Tovli]

a balanced feel to this poem--it almost floats on "paper". It has a desperate feel to it, but its organization and structure offers a hidden hopelfulness. It was a very nice blend of emotion and intellect. well done. tovli

[Nassira]

Wow! It sounds great:) Very nice poem ... a lot of talent here :)

[angelinmypocket]

So beautiful Sharon...like a beautiful, sad song...it flows, each stanza meeting the next in perfect harmony. A story of a stark reality that few want to hear...and yet, they must.
Love...liz

[imm's place]

this is absolutely beautiful, mary

[Helena]

Ah, so beautiful Sharon. Wonderful flowing poem with such truth penned and the imagery was superb! The phrase nestled seamlessly at the beginning and pulled me right in with expectation.

Thank you for joining my contest!

Helena

[Christel Grady]

I like your message here. Although I'm not much into rhyming poetry, I picked this one up immediatey. Thank you!

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