why won’t we face
the absolute disgrace
of the damage we’ve done
pollution extinction destruction
yet many are doing their utmost
saving lives, replanting
lessening their footprint
these individual warriors
can become a mighty force
to be reckoned with
leading by example
determined to turn the tide
please match their stride?
aroused 
We do need to be able to follow in those footsteps.
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Every little bit helps. (K)
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I agree…and the matching of their stride could be the difference between the end or survival of our world.
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I love this environmental call to arms inspiring us to do more individually.
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A gorgeous, colourful photograph, Kate – what a shot! – and a passionate call to action. I like the rhythm and internal rhyme in the list of three: ‘pollution extinction destruction’, which drives home the damage done and its juxtaposition with the many who are doing their utmost to turn the tide.
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We absolutely need to come together as a force for good – I will match my stride with yours!
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Well done Kate! I enjoyed your heartfelt plea for care of the earth. There are many things we can do to help if we simply are willing to make the effort.
Dwight
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Yes, thank you for the reminder. And that photo is stunning!
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A most passionate plea for change and striving to save our world post covid situation. We can do this! 💝
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yes, Kate, it’s our only hope (aside from a miracle)
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It’s the only army I’d ever join. Thanks for the uplift, Kate.
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Love the photo, Kate. the colors are stunning! The poem gives a message we should never forget…
the earth’s beauty is fragile, and we need to take care of it. ❤
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Stunning capture! Love the vibrant colours n message here…
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I love this! And yes, leading by example is always the best way.
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Lovely snap and powerful words. Would love to see all minds in the world act as one towards our own mutual benefits.
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Yes we must march with them and help them in anyway we can. Such a wonderful and true poem, Kate and the picture was so beautiful.
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Welcome dear Kate and yes absolutely this is our planet and we all have to take care of it.🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞
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Very beautiful poem for the protection of nature, encouraging those who get involved.
Love ❤
Michel
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So well said and profound. We are all to be blamed for this carnage about destroying environment and paying a huge price in today’s times.
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Yes, we must.
Powerful and important message in your poem, SweetKate!
I don’t understand how people can see the birds, animals, plants, trees, etc., and not want to make the world better for them…and for future generations of Human-Beans.
That birdie in your photo is stunningly beautiful and precious!
HUGS!!! 🙂
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Absolutely. We all should share the responsibility in various manners.
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It’s time that climate change got the attention it deserves. Great message, Kate
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Well said! COVID has set things back even further – I had been purchasing most of my vegetables fresh and in bulk so I don’t have to deal with the plastic but the stores are now shrink wrapping everything!!
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Great camouflage of the bird. 🙂
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Beautiful, Kate.
By the way, is the photo yours? It always is fascinating to connect with someone for whom that’s a local sight. For those of us us in this part of the world, a trip to the Aviary would be required,
Wonderful that, for you, it’s all part of the local color. Maybe, makes it just a little easier to keep your sun beaming.
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A clarion call to those of us who are lagging behind! This is a good one, Kate.
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great poem Kate!
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