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Signs..........
by Karen Palumbo → (All Poetry by Karen Palumbo)
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Just pondering about all that has been going on this Spring and Summer all around the world......


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                                   Signs............


      What is happening from coast to coast,
               dangerous storms, flooding, 
                        uncontrolled fires.
    Lives changed forever, constant upheaval,
    cannot imagine how this quenches desires.

     West coast ablaze everywhere one looks,
with each passing year we destroy more land.
   What will it take to correct these mistakes,
            is there any way for us  to take    
                         the upper hand?

         East coast shoreline methodically
                         disappearing,
   along with our forests and ocean slivers.
  How long can we ignore the signs we see,
diminished forests, dried up lakes, streams
                           and rivers.

  How many more animals must be sacrificed,
after all they need nourishment as well as we.
       Hastily, needlessly without giving
                        any thought,
we slaughter millions on land and in the sea.

Center of the country slowly being devoured, 
         farmers unending work now sits
                          under water.
 Homes, apartments, businesses and schools,
 people and animals trying to cope not falter.

    Prophesy could really be coming to pass,
   for so many years I have heard elders say.
  Could this be true , is the time really near, 
  in the near future will we all have to pay.

Still holding out hope for future generations,
optimistic in the powers of what we can do.
 Doing what is right with no time to waste,
            resist the needless impulse, 
                it is up to me and you.
 

 

 

Written by:
Karen Palumbo
Photography by:
Robert Palumbo
8/3/2007
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 Reviews of "Signs.........."
Reviewed by Lois Christensen
Reviewed on May 15, 2008
We must keep watching and waiting. He will come in his predetermined time setting. It may be tonight or tomorrow or next year. No one knows, but we feel it getting near and nearer each hour and day. Good write ans so true and should be read by many to get the love of God throughout the land. Don't worry for nothing and let nothing make your afraid.

Reviewed by Joyce Bowling
Reviewed on August 26, 2007
I think you are accurate my friend, I too believe that all the devestation that is going on in the world around may just be God's way of getting our attention...I too have heard of the signs of time. Great write!
Blessings,
Joyce B.

Reviewed by Mary Patterson
Reviewed on August 8, 2007
Your poem is right on target. Wish more would pay attention to whats happening. .........M

Reviewed by Phyllis Du'Gas (Reader)
Reviewed on August 7, 2007
I once heard an evangelist who said - "If God doesn't get your attention in the earthquake - he'll get it in the afterschock." Thanks for writing this as it is so truthful.

Reviewed by K. Mulroney
Reviewed on August 6, 2007
Kere, here! No truer words of famous poet nor scholar could have said it better Karen. Nicely done.

Reviewed by Roger Ochs
Reviewed on August 6, 2007
Powerful message wrapped in elegant form. huzzah!

Reviewed by Kimmy Van Kooten
Reviewed on August 5, 2007
We are told to watch for signs in the heavens, in the changing seasons...and in another breath we read, how we will not know the day, nor the hour...everything will come across like a thief in the night...
Well, until then, I will look for the signs and forget the hours... living, knowing it could be at any moment, His moment WILL come!
...therefore, I am sorry for all my wrongs, I will always try and give back what those have thoughtfully given me.Be prepared, be on guard, for evil lurks and is fighting its own battle against me
I see signs...but these are my eyes.
Thought- provoking piece...has me traveling every which way...
Love and Peace~
Kimmy~

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on August 5, 2007
It's So Cold In Los Angelese Sleazy Mexi-Fornia-What's Global (Squirming) Warming Got To Do With It!

Yes, It Is Up To Me And You And Them Reading This...
TRASK

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on August 4, 2007
I think God is fed\up with humans and want to start new...Noah time is near!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed on August 4, 2007
God is getting ready to come soon; He is showing this in the weather and what's going on in the world. He can't come soon enough!!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Burleson, Karen Lynn. :D

God help us!!! And come soon, sweet Jesus!!!!

Reviewed on August 4, 2007
Karen,

The world looks to the Heavens for signs; all we have to do is remember that He is coming, soon.

The weather has been bad, hasn't it, earthquakes, disasters, every day on the news, the same horrible news. God help us!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

An excellent write and photo, by the way. Well done.

Reviewed by Victor Buhagiar (Reader)
Reviewed on August 4, 2007
Signs that the world is nearing its end. But don't worry it's not the end yet. We still have to suffer for our bad decisions unfortunately. These are mere tribulations. Victor

Reviewed by George Thompson
Reviewed on August 4, 2007
Your words echo the sentiments of many, Karen. Too bad many are caught up in their own little world to really care about their children and grandchildren's future lives.

George

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on August 4, 2007
Sometimes, I look around and truly believe it's The End of Days. Other days, I think maybe we can still save this old planet, and then I soon sadly start thinking, it's probably already too late, because far too many don't even seem to care.

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)
Reviewed on August 4, 2007
You may be right . . . All we can do is muddle along . . . Nice . . .

Reviewed by Stan Grimes (Reader)
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
Are we losing our good earth? Great write.

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
Fantastic poem and I love your summation Karen! No matter what we do well to keep going forward praying for the best! Great pic too!

Love,
Eileen

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
A lot to ponder
Could be close to the end of mankind..
Stunning write...
Be safe...

Reviewed by Elizabeth Price
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
Excellent and profound. Love the challenge of what we have become and done to the earth. We are the losers and you made that clear. Excellent write. Liz

Reviewed by twinklewrites at her desk (Reader)
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
Fabulous work Karen, without a doubt the signs of time, a lot of people need to wake up. Great thoughts and I also continously think about what is going on, many revalations I see...Hugs, Peggy

Reviewed by Patricia Bankhead (Reader)
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
Karen truly these are signs.
Thanks for sharing this important message.
Great write!

Pat

Reviewed by Morning Star
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
Awesome message Yes I'm constantly
Thinking about the many changes
Of the weather and the many fires
I believe you are correct this are sings
That God has been sending us!
Excellent pondering my friend and Robert
Its doing an outstanding job with his Photographs!
Love Peace and Joy and many Hugsss to both....Morning Star

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
It's an ever ending task. Great photo.

Reviewed by ~ Holly Harbridge (Reader)
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
Something we're all wondering about. Good writing Karen, Holly

Reviewed by Ted Bossis
Reviewed on August 3, 2007
Good thinking - There are more people living than have ever died - Worried-Greedy-Confused & separately angered - We will evolve in some form - Maybe not on earth - PS; The sun could cease & desist at any moment - Making it our future. {Good write}-love <>Ted


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