Nature

How ancient was that mariner? 
So old, that he couldn't see; 
a helping hand from Mother Nature, 
that he squandered carelessly. 
 
She had offered him a bird so rare, 
that glided on a stream of air. 
To lead him and his stranded crew, 
to safety and a life anew. 
 
But instead of being grateful, 
he did something hateful: 
he killed the bird that saved his life ; 
his recompense, unending strife. 
 
Now in this day of global warming, 
all mariners should heed this warning: 
treat Mother Nature with respect , 
or days of doom She may reflect.

Mariner Warning