Saturday, April 24, 2010

Requiem for the Earth



seasons changed, years passed
but the cycle of Life continued
what died yesterday, bequeathed an inheritance on today
and Death was won over.
the bountiful mother nurtured us,
fulfilled our every need....
But, today, slowly writhing in agony,
the terminal patient waits for her death,
surrounded by her sons
whose eyes twinkle in insatiable greed...

- Neha Bansal



photo courtesy : Deepak Rao

10 comments:

  1. I can't help but wonder at the insight and precision of observation this little piece of creativity has.. awesome!

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  2. Really human beings are greedy. In their greed, they feel no shame in destroying our unique and beautiful planet.

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  3. Yes sir, indeed. As Gandhi ji says this world has enough for everyone's need but not for everyone's greed..

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  4. Living in contentment is a privilege very few can afford. This small poem can be an eye opener in a sensitive and delicate way..

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  5. Your thoughts and views are just exceptional mam. You are truly an inspiration for a lot of people.

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  6. Thank u for your very kind words, archit ji :-)

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  7. Beautifully depicted the destruction of Mother Nature by Human greed.

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