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THE ALBATROSS
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THE ALBATROSS |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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Her silhouette stands proudly upon the craggy cliffs, backdropped against small sage covered islands, overflown effortlessly by pelicans and guiltless gulls flying overhead while watching insignificant sailboats rock and roll precariously over white capped foam, tossed about in the rise and fall of crested peaks as they taunt and tease with nature’s ease at the floundering humans below frantically casting glances of fear and doubt, as if the gods should be bothered listening to their soulful cries after yearly hearing a myriad of lies about how humans would be more careful in the future to take better care of the waters of the Earth, the basic necessity for the survival of all life forces. And the gulls screech with raucous laughter as the pelicans swoop in wide mouthed, scooping a bounty of fish from the seas, while the hungry storm tossed pitiful humans fall to their knees, begging forgiveness. On the beaches lowly crabs crawl slowly away clapping with glee at the prospect of the end of man... so full of himself in his carelessness, slovenly behavior, and incessant inhumanity. And the albatross smiles as she presents God with her nestling that shall soon inherit the skies and seas. [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (04-11-2003 03:28 PM).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Midnite...I hear you loud and clear...nestled in this fantastic imagery is a worthy message. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
 I wish they would all squack a little louder, perhaps someone might actually hear! Thank you for this one. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you, Martie, I know you understand this one with both heart and mind. Sharon, thanks for adding that great picture! I know you care deeply about the birds, the bees, the survival of the seas, and for all of humanity. |
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Edder Senior Member
since 2003-04-02
Posts 671 |
a chillingly beautiful message of conservation. very impressive |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
I like the message behind this.. thank you for sharing midnitesun  Maree. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
der, thank you for taking time to read this one. Maree, I thought you might feel a kinship for this one. Thanks for reading and commenting. |
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wranx Member Elite
since 2002-06-07
Posts 3689Moved from a shack to a barn |
Saddens me to think this may be so... And yes, we are arrogant enough to think that we matter. |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Kacy: Among hues of auburn lying apathetic before her There she stood proud and mystic . . . yes we do tend to ignore the things that give us life xxoo |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Ed, Vandana, Sue...thanks. |
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Gina Culliney Member
since 2003-03-08
Posts 170 |
I enjoyed your metaphores between humans and the albatross. Very nice and descriptive use of words. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Another fine example of why I enjoy your poetry soooo much! You engage all of my six senses, my heart--- and my guts! I feel your poetry and enjoy the reading experience. Luvin' hugs, EA |
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