A journal of art + literature engaging with nature, culture, the environment & ecology

Leave A Trail

Maria Editha Garma-Respicio, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan Valley, The Philippines

 

Rainbow’s glistening at the horizon

Pulsating the prophetic vision

As it breathes the undying covenant

Oh, so enchanting, so poignant!

 

Luna’s silhouetting the dark sky

Melodious night breeze rises up high

Gives rhythm to this melancholy mood

Beseeching this life won't get screwed!

 

As the tide rises and falls

Kisses the pristine sand and crawl

May this life’s journey make an impact

Fulfil its purpose without distraction.

 

May the virgin tropical forests,

the sanctuary of wild animals go back

to its former glory. May humans awaken,

stop quarrying the mountains.

 

At the bottom of the divine sea

Aquatic creatures are begging to thee

Suffocated by litter everywhere

Bring back the crystal water, show care!

 

At dawn, appears the elusive bluebird

Reminding us that we are stewards

Rebuking insolences buried in the soul

Beckoning us toward that one goal.

 

Conserve and preserve the environment

Do your role, be a living testament

Make this world greener than before

Create a trail for your kin to explore.

 

Maria Editha Garma-Respicio is from the hottest city of the Philippines, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan Valley. She is married with two children, and is a migrant worker who has been in Hong Kong for 18 years. She started her journey with writing during her primary years. Her short story was published in Liwayway Magazine at 14. Since then, her passion in writing flourished, both locally and internationally. She’s a member of different literary platforms, and has co-authored several anthologies worldwide. She believes that writing is the best form of art and the best therapy ever.

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