Reconsider
by Carolyn Glackin
I’ve forgotten who told me
That the world wasn’t good
But needless to say
They misunderstood
For here there is beauty
Untouched by man
All in accordance
With nature’s plan
Here there are blue skies
And rivers and seas
Flowers that bloom
Mountains and trees
There is rugged terrain
There are prairies and brooks
There are valleys and fjords
Unheard of in books
There are animals
Of all shapes and sizes
There are beautiful sunsets
And gorgeous sunrises
There are islands and jungles
Where ripened fruits grow
There are tundras and glaciers
Adorned with fresh snow
There are sun drenched deserts
Gladly cooled by the moon
There are star kissed skies
That make lovers swoon
There are caverns and caves
As well as moors and plains
And with all of this beauty
There’s no room for disdain
Our world is comprised of
Magic and mystery
As well as all kinds of people
Culture and history
This world is a blessing
It’s our gift to uphold
And we must care for it
As time has foretold
So please do not question
Whether the world is good
But instead ask yourself
If you’ve misunderstood.
Copyright Carolyn Glackin 2018.
Image credited to the rightful owner.