I wonder
Would it make any difference and if yes, why?
I wonder sometimes when I wander
Wander through the concrete-clad world we inhabit
I wonder if the plants, trees and wildlife appreciate
How far man has come in its attempts to conquer the planet
The planet that they have as much claim to as we do
I wonder as I wander
Wander through the country lanes, parks and parts where
Nature still holds its ground, where trees fight off
Fight off the onslaught of man's need to pave everything
Man's need to make everything...right
I wonder if the trees murmur among themselves, like Ents
Questioning the sensibilities of mankind
The apparant higher species
I wonder as I wander
Wander past hills, flora and fauna that have claimed the land for aeons before us
I wonder what they would say if they could voice their opinion
Make their thoughts, feelings known and air their grievances
I wonder how it would impact the world
Perhaps we would all learn to be more mindful and respectful of the fellow inhabitants of this planet
But then
I remember
As I wander and wonder
That too often, mankind does not learn.
Mankind is no more mindful and respectful of its own kind, overall, let alone, the other inhabitants that call this planet home.
Mankind butchers and subjucates those who can vocalise their pain, suffering and differing opinions.
Why would the words of mountains, seas, trees, sand dunes and the many animals and creatures that have outlived humans for centuries be any different?
Why would it make any difference?
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Paul Stewart
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"Every man has a sane spot somewhere" R.L Stevenson
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Comments (8)
A little different than the Christmas carol, but with a question & message that seems compatible in its resonance.
I enjoyed wandering with you! Many such musings have I made over the years. Ultimately, I came to the conclusion that the brutality of the hairless ape is no more remarkable than that of any other animal, except in one respect: we can imagine a better world, which is why we go to such great lengths to create it with our hands. As to whether it really is better, this remains to be seen, so, like you, I'll keep wandering and wondering until the mystery reveals itself! :)
Loved this stroll through the park Paul! 👏👏such good ideas as frustrating as the reality is. I popped in the extended edition of fellowship this afternoon. Hadn’t watched in many years. Still holds up so well. I also wrote something a couple of weeks ago and made a reference to Tolkien at the end and wandering! ☺️👍
Humans are the worst of all living beings. Also the dumbest because guess what? We're the only ones who have to pay to live on Earth 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
So true! "But then I remember... As I wander and wonder That too often, mankind does not learn. Mankind is no more mindful and respectful of its own kind, overall, let alone, the other inhabitants that call this planet home." Mankind were meant to be caretakers of the planet... not conquerers. You reminded me of the saying "The only thing mankind learns from history, is that mankind doesn't learn from history." So sad.
Humans can be so cruel and thoughtless, selfish, ruining nature and wildlife. Some care. Trees scream in pain when cut. I wonder things like you. Nice poem.
This is very deep, Paul. I loved it.
Paul, I loved this so much. I do believe that nature talks to God and vice versa. We have much to answer for.