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.