Enlighten Pessimism

The desire to change this depraved orb

is a noble dream.

Each generation feels that they, and they

alone, can accomplishes this deed.

From the windows of my mind I see

the seemingly unconquerable evil.

Mans blindness, his refusal to listen

to others and accept their notions.

The hate with which man has destroyed

so much, should have been filled with good.

Why should I feel down because many

die in war?

When it was the Lord who said that

there shall always be wars or rumors of war.

Who am I to think of changing

war to peace, hate to love?

Yes, spring is here, and maybe people

will become more placid.

But spring is followed by the long hot

summer where tempers burn short.

All good and happy events seem to

be accompanied by frustration.

Is there any ray of hope for the

future of mankind?

Can man rise from his state, can he

progress upward?

Will the history of humanity be one, long

unending drama?

No, the entire race of man cannot

be brainwashed.

But... if those truly concerned with the

now and tomorrow.

If they made an attempt then, maybe,

their corner of life would glow.

For as long as you and I and others

with the desire to save,... then maybe.

Take your sphere of influence, and

share a thought,; a moment, with someone.

Then maybe one point within history

will be brightened.

by Keith E Maynard 1970