Hello everyone! Happy National Endangered Species Day!
If you know me or have been following ‘The Writer Next Door’ blog for a while, then you know that I love animals. I’m sure most people are fond of animals and have had one or more pets at some point in their lives. But whether or not you have a pet makes no difference really. A life is a life and should be respected. At least that’s my opinion and everyone’s entitled to one.
Each year on the third Friday in May, National Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for everyone to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species, their habitats and the actions necessary to do so.
Every year you can participate along with thousands of others at events to celebrate National Endangered Species Day at wildlife refuges, zoos, parks, community centers, aquariums, botanical gardens, libraries and schools.
Why don’t you check to see what National Endangered Species Day events/activities are scheduled in your area this weekend?
Animals currently on the endangered species list:
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There are many more animals on the endangered list. I can’t show them all. 😦 Wouldn’t it be sad if your children or grandchildren grew up without ever seeing these beautiful animals? It breaks my heart to think that many of these animals may be extinct by the time my nieces and nephews have children.
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An amazing field
Full not of wild animals
but earth stained in blood
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The price of karma is high
For silent roars and dust-wings
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Where did love and compassion go?
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Excite and Karma are this week’s prompt words chosen by Ronovan Hester of Ronovan Writes.
Ron hosts a challenge that anyone could participate in called Ronovan Writes Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge every Monday, and you have until Sunday to create a post featuring your haiku poem. He is an author and poet and also does author interviews and much more on his blog. Be sure to check it out. Read Ron’s Haiku Prompt Challenge Guidelines for more information.
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Thanks for the reminder, Vashti. Sobering and true poem. Very sad indeed.
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You’re welcome, Olga. It’s my pleasure. Thank you. ❤
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Lovely haiku & post.
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Thank you Frank. 🙂
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A most sobering haiku. Great use of your voice and the prompts! ❤
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Thank you Annette. It’s a topic I feel very strongly about. ❤ xx
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As an animal lover, these pics sure put a smile on my face!
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Hello! Yes, they are bittersweet for me. The pictures are beautiful and moving but they also remind me that these animals could be extinct in a few years if nothing is done. Thank you! ❤
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I agree with the other commenters – a sobering reminder for indeed.
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Hi Magarisa! I knew you were an animal lover because of the beautiful cat in your profile picture. I’m glad you think so. Thank you. ❤
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You’re welcome, Vashti. ♥
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You have a message and you said it well through post and Haiku. 🙂
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Thank you very much, Prakash! That’s great to know. 😀 xx
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Very informative. A nice haiku too.
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Thank you very much. 🙂
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Sad, but always lovely Vashti. ❤ 🙂
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Hello Debby! Yes, it is sad but people have to be informed about what’s going on, otherwise nothing changes. Thank you, my friend. ❤ xx
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❤ xx
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Such an important issue you write about Vashti and a very inspiring haiku to confront the reality of human destruction of the natural world. Sadly Australia has a shocking track record in extinction of indigenous fauna. I belong to local and national groups and work to protect, protest and educate. Our stupid politicians are so ignorant in the face of power and greed. Our fauna can teach us everything about survival.
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Hello Denis! It seems that all politicians around the world are alike––a bunch of stupid, greedy ašš√ø¬∂s! Good for you for taking a stand and doing your part! That’s admirable and I wish more people would do that. Thank you! ❤
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Thanks Vashtii. You keep the fight up in Florida, I think your battle is tougher!
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Hi Vashti, thank you as always for raising awareness, such an important yet a sad thought that there is the possibility that future generations may not share the beauty of these wonderful animals. A thoughtful and insightful post, thank you x x x
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Hi Jaye! Yes, it breaks my heart. Sometimes I wonder if others don’t see what we see in these animals? It’s heartbreaking. Thank you for the kind words. You’re a sweetheart. ❤ xx
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Hi Vashti. I share your concern for the planet’s children. Powerful haiku…”for silent roars and dust-wings”. I recently heard about what researchers found on Henderson Is. in the South Pacific. Shocking! You might be interested. http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/plastic-pollution-island-worst-in-world-henderson-south-pacific-university-tasmania-jennifer-lavers-a7737806.html
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Hi Olga! I’m happy that we think alike on this. Thank you. Oh, oh––I’m almost afraid to look, but I will. We must be aware of what’s happening around us. Thanks again, my friend. ❤
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Wow! 😮 I just read the article. I think maybe plastic should be band in that island at least for a while. 😦
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I heard an interview with one of the researchers and they actually categorized some of the debris found on this uninhabited island, based on markings related to countries of origin. It seems to be coming from worldwide locations, even Japan.
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So it’s basically the world’s dump. Wow, sad. We have to try to use less plastic and what we do use should be recycled. Otherwise, we’re going to have more islands like this. 😦
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I saw airport on that this week too Olga, it was frightening.
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I meant report!!!!
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Awsm post
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Thank you! 🙂
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Your poem’s image is a powerful reminder.
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Hello Janice! Thank you. I hope all the pictures are. ❤
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The animal pictures are adorable .. your words have a power of their own. There are many threatened species at local as well as international levels unfortunately.
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Thank you! Yes, you’re right––too many. How did we get here? It’s heart-wrenching. 😦
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It’s been a long process…people have been talking about our impact on the world since the sixties … and it is heart wrenching…we can only keep speaking and doing what we can …
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I agree. ❤
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The sadness of his poem, is awakening us…
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Hello Mihran. It’s sad but it’s also true. 😦 People need to be made aware. Thank you! ❤
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HI Vashti, this is a very poignant piece. Wonderful that you are speaking out for the endangered animals too.
Hope you are well.
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Thank you Staci! I’m fine. Working hard which is okay. 😉 I hope all is well with you. ❤ xx
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Hi Vashti. I’ve been busy myself. And a little down, thanks to the climate and temperature changes due to winter approaching. Ugh.
Please have a wonderful day.
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It’s good to keep busy doing the things you love, especially if you’re feeling down. Just remember that weather isn’t going to last forever. I hope you feel better soon. Enjoy the rest of the week. 🙂 xx
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Lion cub petting is directly linked to poachers and canned hunting. https://declutteringmylifeweb.wordpress.com/2017/07/11/lion-cub-petting-is-the-ante-room-of-canned-hunting/
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