The Land's A Paradise Again!

The land was parched, leafless, birdless; Scorched were the plants and trees; The people prayed for rain from skies; The clouds opened with torrential ice. The ice and snow have melted fast; And drought, a thing now of the past; The shrubs and trees are green again; The valley has blossomed by rain. What hues of flowers now adorn! New birds and insects too are born; The land is vibrant and alive; The people toil like a bee-hive! How God transforms a ‘life-less' land! What magic comes from Nature's wand! But man must pray and thank the Lord; So, shun the sword, and live by Word. God gives the rain and sun to all; But man just builds a rift and wall; The earth is made for love, not wars; Let peace prevail on earth, not Mars! Why waste your priceless time and wealth; Attend to body/ mind/soul's health; No human weapons usher peace; Let love abound and hatred cease. Copyright by Dr John Celes 13-10-2019