In Geri Digiorno’s Garden, Petaluma, California
September 24, 2011
How can poetry change the world
Truth changes humanity and its effects
my poetry voices my truth just like
the flowers bloom their truth here
isn’t it enough to just be and let be
to say yes to this world and all its living
beings from the ant to the elephant
We come together in gardens and parks
may our words seed a tree of knowledge
with roots spreading peace underground
hearteries circulating in the forests
wisdoms that reach sunlit skies
transforming toxic thoughts into caring actions
sending a green wind of words circling the planet
with love to cool the earth that burns from war
I pledge allegiance to the universe of poets, living and dead
united in visions of truth love and respect for all.
Claudia Chapline © 2011
