Underneath the debris

by Ingrid   Apr 2, 2008


Underneath the debris
the soft grass perseveres,
refusing to die and
succumb to destruction.

As war rages on and
kills both men and beast,
nature suffers too
and death is omnipresent.

But underneath it all,
faith slumbers and amidst
all the atrocities
new grass grows
and babies are born.

For men can kill
each other,
but will never
wipe out
hope.

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  • 16 years ago

    by Aureus Argentum

    This is an absolutely beautiful piece, Ingrid. I can't stop reading it... you truly outdid yourself in this one. Kudos. 5/5

  • 16 years ago

    by John Long

    Your faith and optimism are uplifting. Nothing but nothing is permanent, war, famine, disease all pass. A beautiful poem of hope.

  • 16 years ago

    by Sarah

    A very inspiring poem. It gives a message throughout the world.

    ِThe last stanza was really moving.

    The only word we could trust is 'Hope'

    Great write!
    [5.5]
    Best wishes,

    Sarah A.

  • 16 years ago

    by Cindy

    Ingrid
    This is a very deep thought provoking poem.

    Underneath the debris
    the soft grass perseveres,
    refusing to die and
    succumb to destruction.

    I love this stanza. It shows life still goes on. Fighting to still stand.

    For men can kill
    each other,
    but will never
    wipe out
    hope.

    I love the ending stanza Ingrid. Hope and faith are so strong inside our hearts. No one can take that away.
    Excellent!
    Love Cindy

  • 16 years ago

    by Lu

    Ingrid your words have woven a piece that holds such a deep impacting message within it's lines.

    For men can kill
    each other,
    but will never
    wipe out
    hope
    ^^^
    This ending is magnificent! No matter the magnitude of disaster created, the one thing that will out stand all .... is hope!

    Your ink has inscribed a deep message within the mind & heart of this reader, well done Ingrid!

    Luanne