Overwhelmed Poem by Barry Middleton

the stars shine down in silent scorn
an echo in the wild
no homage to creation's grace
and gratitude exiled

mankind destroys the soul of life
the waters turned to death
the air is filled with toxic blight
polluting every breath

beyond the sea the wars endure
and blood runs in the street
distrust betraying brotherhood
where fear and hatred meet

at home a madman prowls the land
to shatter peaceful day
the bullets fly and children die
when terror comes our way

but surely stars must have a plan
to save the unprepared
so let us pray the stars have hope
and pardon is declared