The Spice of Life - 1. Chapter 1 - The Spice of Life

15 minutes ago, weinerdog said:

 What you wrote was ,is and forever will be true

Thank you, weinerdog.  Your comment is much appreciated.    

Well done, the last line summed it all up so neatly...

Diversity is what ensures that everything works out just right

6 hours ago, Parker Owens said:

My reaction was to say Yes to this. Diversity in so many things exists, indisputably. It tells us things are coming around right. Thank you. 

Thank you for reading my humble poem.  Since I'm not a poet, I was apprehensive about the reactions I'd get from this.  Many thanks. 

6 hours ago, Headstall said:

Amen, Bill! I love this poem and its message. We must respect life, whether human or otherwise. Callous disregard hurts all of us, and offends me deeply. There are lessons to be learned from Mother Nature, but only if we pay attention. Thanks for this! Cheers!

Thank you, Gary.  Partially following the beliefs of indigenous peoples, we must heed nature before it's too late.  Yes, there are some animals and plants that might be harmful to humans, they have a role to play in the scheme of things and derve to coexist.  There are also people we may disagree with on religious or political grounds, but all viewpoints are necessary to come up with a balance that we all can live with.  Thank you so much for your kind response to my poem.  

6 hours ago, weinerdog said:

You said you're not a poet but if Parker Owens likes this  IMO that makes you a poet

Yes, Parker and Gary both know more about poetry than I do, and I appreciate their insight, as well as yours. 

6 hours ago, pvtguy said:

With so much effort being put forth to stifle diversity today, how refreshing to be reminded of the need for diversity to keep the world functioning properly.  Great writing, Bill.

Thank you, Tony.  I'm glad my humble offering was able to elicit favorable reactions and acceptance.  It's my belief that we, as a society, are harming nature, wildlife, and minority groups, both those of color, different religious beliefs, and different sexual orientations.  Hopefully, this can be corrected before irreparable damange has been done. 

A wonderful work that looks at why we need all of us and all the creatures around us to make the world what it needs to be.  

3 minutes ago, centexhairysub said:

A wonderful work that looks at why we need all of us and all the creatures around us to make the world what it needs to be.  

Thank you for reading and commenting, chs.  I'm pleased that you agree with the need for these differences to make the world whole.  

I want to live in that world you described too, Bill. With all my heart, yes.

9 hours ago, Valkyrie said:

Diversity is necessary to keep the world functioning, whether it be the symbiosis of nature or the rainbow of humankind.  This was a nice reminder of that.  Thank you for participating in the poetry anthology! 

Yes, Val, I agree, and thank you for your comment and for all you do.  

1 hour ago, Aditus said:

I want to live in that world you described too, Bill. With all my heart, yes.

I agree, that world would be lovely, Adi.  Thank you for reading and taking time to comment. 

Diversity is what ensures that everything works out just right

And ignoring or destroying diversity ensures that everything is all f**ked up! All created things are precious, and all people are beloved. We are stewards of creation and of one another, and we are massively failing in that duty. The consequences are already becoming painfully apparent. We must demand change and then we must BE the change!

This is a wonderful poem, that shows diversity and how diversity is needed to keep the world functioning.

You've painted our world, Bill.  Let's hope we can find ways to work together to keep and celebrate all its diversity.

4 hours ago, chris191070 said:

This is a wonderful poem, that shows diversity and how diversity is needed to keep the world functioning.

Thank you, Chris, and I'm glad you agree.  

2 hours ago, Mikiesboy said:

You've painted our world, Bill.  Let's hope we can find ways to work together to keep and celebrate all its diversity.

Thank you, Tim, and you are correct.  The biggest challenge lies ahead as to whether we celebrate diversity or reverse decades of gains - for humans, wildlife, and the environment as a whole.