Gathering of Elders

(inspired by my painting, GATHERING OF ELDERS)

 

I heard their whispers as I passed

in throaty, deep and resonant tones

They spoke of mankind’s lack of care

of genocide and lands stripped bare

 

So many species gone for good

Could we not see what harm we caused?

I sensed their sorrow, the searing pain

of generations lost in vain

 

They called on to me to share their plight

to be left alone to nature’s will

their hope we will leave them to thrive,

allowing all life on earth to revive.

 

I made a vow to them that day

with hand upon the tallest tree

I’d do my part and change my ways

to re-establish nature’s reign.