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Guardians of the Green

- A Poetic Ode to 5th July 2024 World Environment Day

By Dawnxisoul393artPublished 2 years ago 2 min read

As the sun rises

on this momentous day,

We, the guardians of the green,

gather to proclaim

Our unwavering commitment

to the Earth's sway,

For on this World Environment Day,

our voices will not wane.

/

From distant shores

to bustling city streets,

A chorus of souls,

united in a common cause,

Raise their collective voices,

their hearts now beating

In rhythm with nature's eternal,

life-giving laws.

/

For this is the day

we honor our earthly home,

The verdant landscapes,

the azure-kissed seas,

The towering mountains,

where wild creatures roam -

All part of the tapestry

that our planet weaves.

/

Yet, in these times

of pressing environmental strife,

Our Mother Earth faces challenges

that grow ever more dire.

Climate change, deforestation,

and a loss of life -

Threats that demand our vigilance,

our passion, our fire.

/

But here, on this day

of global observance,

We stand resolute,

our determination unshakable.

For we are the guardians,

the stewards of this expanse,

Charged with the task

of making our planet sustainable.

/

Through tree plantings

and clean-up drives,

We tend to the land,

restoring its natural grace.

Educational campaigns

and policy debates thrive,

As we strive to find solutions,

to set a new pace.

/

Embracing sustainable practices,

one by one,

We reduce our carbon footprint,

our impact on the whole.

Conserving resources,

nurturing biodiversity's song,

We ensure a future

where nature remains in control.

/

Climate change, the looming specter

that haunts our days,

Finds itself met

with our unwavering resolve.

We harness the power

of renewable energy's rays,

Determined

to see a greener world evolve.

/

For this planet, our home,

our sanctuary true,

Deserves our love, our reverence,

our unwavering care.

We vow to nurture

and protect it anew,

Safeguarding its wonders,

its beauty beyond compare.

/

In the face of adversity,

we stand tall and strong,

Our voices echoing

through the halls of power.

We demand action,

we call for change

to right the wrong,

Ensuring a future

where nature's gifts

will always flower.

/

In the face of adversity,

we stand tall and strong,

Our voices echoing

through the halls of power.

We demand action,

we call for change to right the wrong,

Ensuring a future where

nature's gifts will always flower.

/

On this World Environment Day,

we celebrate the bond

That ties us to the Earth,

our mother, our guide.

For in her embrace,

we find the strength to respond,

To the challenges

that test our mettle, our love.

/

Let our collective efforts

be the beacon that shines,

Illuminating the path

towards a sustainable dawn.

Where clean air and

pure water forever entwine,

And the beauty of nature

forever lives on.

/

From city to countryside,

from mountain to sea,

We, the guardians of the green,

pledge our solemn vow.

To protect, to preserve,

to nurture endlessly,

This planet we call home,

for today and for always, now.

/

Let us raise our voices,

far and wide,

Echoing the call to cherish

what we hold so dear.

For on this World Environment Day,

and every day after,

We vow to make

our earthly home forever clear.

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About the Creator

Dawnxisoul393art

Dawnxisoul393art, an illustrator and designer couple living on a remote island in Hong Kong. Listen to the sea's vows and look at the persistent blue sky. Waves and white sails, blue sky and white clouds. The landscape and canvas ahead.

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  • Sarby Salawie Luweleng2 years ago

    I love nature. Such a beautiful poem expressing the beauty of nature. Thanks for sharing!

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